Lip readers face talkies impact in Hollywood theater
Hollywood, April 11. A letter from Arlee Stratman of Shaker Heights describes lip readers' challenges as talking pictures replace silent films. About 750000 in the U S depend on lipreading. viewers note mispronounced speech by actors and seek clearer diction and more pantomime. Williams, the actor, aims to improve his diction.
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Goats Show No Interest In Artificial National Zoo Mountain
Disregarding the new artificial mountain at the national zoo, goats ignore the feature and remain clustered, preferring to gaze at the heights rather than climb. Hawaii pushes to statehood with a flag redesign proposal, while Butler county courthouse reopens after April term renovations.
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Washington
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National Zoo
Renson
Hawaii
Samuel W. King
Paris Fashion Rules For Modern Times
Paris stylistic note outlines that true fashion reflects current life while remaining timeless. It cites simple principles of discreet elegance and comfort, listing pastel suits, organdie bows, panelled skirts, and lacquered taffeta evening wear as examples of contemporary yet enduring style.
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Molynens
May Build Dam in Allegheny
Washington recommendation calls for one high lock and dam or two low locks near East Brady to extend river navigation. Included in rivers and harbors bill debated in the House. Proposed cost 2,644,000 dollars with no appropriation yet. Local support from the Upper Allegheny River Improvement Association and Oil City Chamber of Commerce.
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House of Representatives
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Allegheny River Improvement Association
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Alaskan Pioneers Seek New Settlers Amid Government Plan
The government’s Alaska settlement project draws wide interest. About 200 families totaling around 1000 people from relief programs in Michigan Wisconsin and Minnesota prepare to sail from Seattle on April 23 to establish camps and 40 acre homesteads. A later group of 75 families will join, as the nation backs pioneers with supplies and guidance toward eventual self sufficiency.
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Electric Progress Marks Electric Passenger Service Upgrade
On April 7 progress toward electric rail transport was announced as the Pennsylvania Railroad completed converting its New York to Washington passenger service from steam to electric. The move follows years of power installation and will soon electrify freight as well, signaling a broader national shift to electric railroads aided by coal and hydro power.
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Washington
United Sites
Building Revival Prompts Mixed Signals Across Industry
The article discusses government efforts to revive construction through federal programs and private housing experiments, noting stalled progress and widespread foreclosures. It cites mortgage and lease struggles, liquidity shortages, and a shift toward renting as cheaper than building, with private construction potentially rebounding if demand returns.
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Hila
Star Signals Dates and Activity Advice
The text lists partial astrological guidance with dated windows. It mentions April 12 noon activity, February and March 1936 financial favorability, danger notes for July 12 to 16 1935, social favorability late June 1939, and a call to write letters April 19 to 21 135. It also advises activity, trust in contacts, and entertainment interest.
Twenty Years Ago as Taken from Journal Files
A 1915 snippet notes reduced housing supply with scarce rentals driving higher rents and prompting a wave of new building. The brief cites difficulties in finding homes for rent and predicts construction growth in several localities.
Kellogg's Atu-Bran Named Nation's Popular Laxative
Kellogg's Atu-Bran cereal is hailed as a leading laxative food in the country. It provides mild bulk to aid elimination and contains vitamin B and iron. The American Medical Association and Good Housekeeping Institute Seal its acceptance. Two tablespoonfuls daily are typically sufficient with continued use.
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American Medical Association Committee On Foods
Good Housekeeping Institute
Kellogg
Battle Creek
Lawn Care Meeting For Home Lawns In Erie
A meeting for lawn owners is called in the Erie county court room on Monday April 15 at 7:80 o clock. Fred Gray, lawn and golf course specialist, will present on building new lawns and caring for existing ones and answer questions. Attendees may seek guidance on lawn care.
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Court House
Erie
Fred Gray
Missionary Society Meeting of ME Church Reports Japan Study
Yesterday the Missionary Societies of the ME Church met at Mrs. J. B. Pablstrand’s East Main street home for an engaging session on Japan. Mrs. Perry Haines presented slides with Mrs. Irving Young offering detailed commentary, while Mrs. C. T. Robbins read an article. During business hours the May Mys tery Mother banquet was discussed and committees led by Mrs. Earl Hasbrouck, Mrs. A. Johnson and Mrs. Irving Young were named. Cards of thanks express gratitude for sympathy shown after the passing of O. H. Andrews.
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J. B. Pablstrand
East Main Street
Japan
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Irving Young
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Irving ‘Young
J. B. Dahlsrand
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