Lights of New York as Neighborhood Clubs on the East Side
In the lower East Side small restaurants function as neighborhood clubs where families gather nightly for coffee, seltzer, and news. Card games, chess, and stuss draw players of all ages, with patrons knowing owners and staff. Performances by accordionists, floor shows, and homegrown talent sustain a lively, affordable scene that contrasts with uptown clubs.
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Lower East Side
East Side
Broadway
Buns Donated to Aid Pheasants Winter Feed
In Michigan a state department effort to avert winter starvation among pheasants uses stale sandwich buns donated by a Jackson baking company. The buns are strung on cords and distributed by local sportsmen near W. J. Hayes state part.
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Mich
Jackson Baking Company
W. J. Hayes
Auction yards feature large modern livestock facility in Michigan
The facility spans 98 by 144 feet with 94 stock pens and a 400 seat grand stand. It includes offices, lunch room, and a public address system. Sales run 1:00 pm to late, with feeder pigs sold first and checks 15 minutes after sale. Nineteen staff plus two owners operate weekly while plans include a railroad siding and more pens.
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Duverg
Bernice Hanchett
Faye Rogers
Doris Teale
Donna Tubbs
Dorothy Telder
Andrew Courser
James Grigg
P. H. Blackledge
Virgil Bring
Horton Case
Wm. Cleveland
Michigan
Valley Forge chapel project sparked by sermon
Reverend W Herbert Burk preached at All Saints Church in Norristown New Jersey on February 22 1903 urging a wayside chapel to be the Nation's Bethel for future patriots. The idea gained press support and the project began with first services held February 22 1905 noted by Bishop Gibson of Virginia as the crowning glory of Valley Forge.
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Valley Forge Chapel
W. Herbert Burk
D. D
All Saints’ Church
Norristown
N. J
Burke
Valley Forge
Bishop Gibson
Virginia
Postman to Buy Cock Stuns Rural Family
In a London Pit-Bits Magazine feature a farmer and his son Johnny observe a curious scene. Johnny yells that the postman intends to buy a cock, prompting a rush of speculation about the unexpected bid and the farmer’s cautious stance on the animal’s value and meat quality.
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Johnny
London Pit-Bits
Toe Piano Prodigies Stir The Home Front
In a lighthearted exchange two parents boast about children who supposedly play piano with their toes. One claims a fifteen year old boy plays with his toes, another counters with a six month old infant showing similar talent, highlighting playful family rivalries.
No Place Like Home Holiday Quote From Jones
The Providence Journal quotes Jones saying he had the most delightful holiday with no regular meals and no extra charges for baths. He stayed at home enjoying ample food and fresh fruit with no tips for waiters, sparking astonishment from an observer.
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Jones
Providence Journal
Lost Penknife Found on Street Reunites with Owner
A boy shows a penknife found in the street to his father and insists the owner is searching for it. The father questions the kid who recalls seeing the man looking for the lost item, hinting at its rightful owner.
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Royal Arcanum Bulletin
Market Man Refused as Bride Requests Fresh Oysters
In a fragmentary dialogue the Bride asks for oysters alive with heads intact and slain for her husband and herself, while the Market Man replies with alarm at the idea of killing and dressing them, highlighting a macabre exchange.
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June
End of Scene Film Extra Warned by Director
The Buffalo Courier-Express quotes a director warning a film extra that if the villain throws him into the rapids he will not appear in the picture again. The remark highlights on set tension and job security concerns.
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Buffalo Courier-Express
Actress Encounters Actor with Witty Exchange
A woman meets a noted actor and asks if performers hate boos. The actor replies that the sentiment depends on how you spell it, delivering a quick pun about boos and boos.
On Way to Bow Wow Says Daddy’s Crude Question
A reader recalls a fiancé asking if marriage would mean a “dog’s life.” The column frames the potential impact on family plans and social expectations.
Ants Blamed for Wood Damage in Buildings
Shiny black carpenter ants are identified as a cause of damage to wooden buildings blamed on termites. The report notes ant activity contributes to deterioration alongside termite effects.
Prize Winners at Charity Affair
Mrs. Smith won the rolling pin throwing contest by hurling a pin 45 feet. Mr. Smith captured the 100 yard dash at the charity event.
Winterfield township widow passes at 78
Mrs. Charles Kheen died at her home in Winterfield township Friday evening aged 78 after 44 years residence here. Funeral drew many relatives including Cook, Lambert, Kheen, Hubble and others from Flint Battle Creek Haton Rapids and Coleman. Sympathy extended to Foster family on their father’s death and to Elmer Wheeler, who is reported quite ill.
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Charles Kheen
Winterfield Township
Richard Cook
Arthur Lambert
Flint
Oscar Kheen
Morris
Charles Hubble
Battle Creek
William Kheen
Haton Rapids
Sam Gaskill
Roy Sutton
Clare
Foster
M. ©. Foster
Lawrence Thering
Coleman
Elmer Wheeler
Senator Sorgum Reflects on Public Life and Service
In a candid remark, Senator Sorghum answers if he regrets entering public life. He says never, citing decades of service to the country and noting prudent social outcomes such as a tipping culture that aligns with his view of government generosity.
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Senator Sorghum
Private A Little Boy at Bedtime Prayers
A humorous Brown Jug item describes a boy whispering his prayers while his mother asks for quiet. The child replies that he wasn’t talking to her, delivering a playful exchange reflecting domestic humor.
G-Man Escapes Guard at Chelsea County Constable Alert
In a Chelsea Record report, a G-Man escapes custody as guards question exits. Officials say all exits were monitored, but the suspect appears to have slipped away through an entrance.
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Chielsea
The Right Time of Old Fashioned Girl Meets Modern Young Man
A dialog echoes a conflict between old fashioned romance and modern money fears. A woman asserts timeless kisses while a man warns the loss of a life savings as they clash over timing and values.
Local Social News From Arthur Center
Mrs Clara Hale was a Monday guest of the Rollers last week. Mrs Myrtle Spicer and her sons John and Larry visited Thursday. Mrs Shull has been sick with the flu. Kenneth Roller attended a birthday dinner for Mrs Chas Kleinhardt and Mrs Ted Newman last Thursday. Kenneth Roller visited Mr and Mrs Galen Coats Saturday evening. Rex Orvis and Stephen Hubel recovered from the flu and were out again. Mrs Galen Coats is improving after quinsy. Kenneth Roller accompanied J C Newman to a banquet in Harrison Monday.
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Clara Hale
Rollers
Myrtle Spicer
John
Larry
Shull
Galen Coats
Kenneth Roller
J. C. Newman
Harrison
Rex Orvis
Stephen Hubel
Ole Bull and Folly at Pennsylvania Castle
Norwegian violin virtuoso Ole Bull financed a Norwegian colony in Pennsylvania. The venture failed and the castle he built became known as Ole Bull's Folly. His playing earned him wide renown.
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Ole Bull
Olé Bornemann Bull
Norwegign
Ole
Pennsylvania
Lumber and Wood Sale at Homer Township Mill
Advertises building material priced from $23.00 per thousand and slabs at $1.00 cord with cheaper 10 cord lots. Oak and ash timbers for barns, elm planking, planed lumber. Mill located Turn south of trunk line at Sanford to first gravel road to left then to school house. follow to mill in Homer township section 3. Bring trucks now while roads are frozen. Adv. Wm. H. Caple.
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Sanford
School House
Homer Township
Wm. H. Caple
Card of Thanks for Bereavement Support
The Conn and Dent families thank Mr. and Mrs. Emil Gier Dr C B Wood and staff of nurses Rev Telder and many friends for comfort flowers and kindness after their recent bereavement. Raymond Conn and family.
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Emil Gier
C. B. Wood
Telder
Ray Conn
Arthur Dent
Raymond Conn
Gratitude From McLane Family For Help During Illness
The Grant McLane family expresses heartfelt thanks to friends and neighbors and all who assisted during the illness and death of their mother and wife. They especially thank the Lake School children for flowers and Pomona and Garfield Granges for support.
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Lake School
Pomona
Garfield
Grant McLane
In Memoriam Kenneth J Harvey Died March 9 1938
Darling son and brother Kenneth J Harvey remembered one year after his death. Mr and Mrs C D Harvey Mildred Basil and Mona Jean express love and sorrow in this commemorative notice.
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Kenneth J. Harvey
C. D. Harvey
Mildred, Basil
Mona Jean
Republican Caucus Seeks Support for 1st Ward Supervisor
The candidate appeals to voters of the First Ward to back him at the Republican caucus on Tuesday March 14 1939 for the office of Supervisor. He expresses gratitude for any support.
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1St Ward
Electrical contractor offers licensed services at fair prices
A self described contractor with a license advertises electrical work with free estimates. The contact detail appears as a name and partial address, indicating readiness to handle a range of electrical tasks at reasonable rates.
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Phous Farwell
Community meeting calendar for Clare organizations
The Clare Common Council holds meetings on the first and third Mondays. The Clare Chamber of Commerce meets the third Tuesday. Eastern Star meets the first Thursday. American Legion meets the fourth Monday. J B Sparbel Post V F W meets on the first and third Wednesdays. Masonic Lodge meets on the second Tuesday. Clare Kiwanis meets Wednesdays at 6 30 PM at Hotel Doherty. Legion Auxiliary meets first and third Mondays. Farmers Union Grant Township Local 145 meets the first and third Wednesdays.
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Clare Common Council
Clare Chamber of Commerce
The
American Legion
American Legion Auxiliary
Legion Rooms
Grant Township
Farmers Union
Public Farm Auction Near Clare Details Soon
Auctioneer Chas Stirling announces a public sale of the full farm stock and equipment, including horses cattle and feed, to be held Wednesday March 22 at the farm three miles south and one half east of Clare. A complete list will appear in next week's paper.
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Clare
Chas. Stirling
Dessert Bridge Party Notices at Mrs Bowler Home
Women golfers urged to attend at Mrs Bowler’s home on Wednesday March 15 at 7 30 Chinese checkers to be played with assistance from Mrs Wi A Biden and Mrs Ralph Bell.
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Womer
Wm. Bowler
Wi-A, Biden
Ralph Bell
Bowler
Mt Vernon Grange Card Party and Dance
The Mt. Vernon Grange hosts a card party and dance at their hall on Wednesday evening March 18. Everyone is welcome to attend.
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Mt. Vernon
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Sural
EAL, Posstta
the Peoples Bank
Winterfield
Arthur Center
Memoriam
Harry Schuig
Order of the Eastern Star
J. B. Sparbel Post
Masonic Lodge
Clare Kiwanis Club
Doherty
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