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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1938
Page
4
An article discusses economic recovery, noting U S strength and Europe’s influence on trade. It suggests renewed global demand may boost prosperity next year barring conflict. It frames international activity as a body like circulation and calls for a broader world trade effort.
The New York Constitutional convention reconsiders state water power control The Niagara and St Lawrence systems amplify the issue as the body weighs keeping water power public or allowing private distribution Governor Lehman frames the principle that water power belongs to the people and should serve all The convention contemplates distributing power via public means a public corporation or through municipalities or cooperatives Senator James Hamilton Lewis says he will retire to let others seek honor and the public will miss his distinctive style
The film industry plans a large campaign with a $1 million budget to regain public goodwill. A contest offering $250,000 in prizes runs with the slogan Movies are your best entertainment. The drive seeks to reengage audiences amid star casting debates for Scarlett O’Hara.
A damaged notice notes the Coast Guard's anniversary celebration with references to naval heritage and a house event. The fragmentary text mentions general defense roles and a historic founding spirit, listing few concrete facts or names.
Rodney Washington outlines speculative theories on Russo Japanese war aims and the potential for Japan to strike Russia or China. He notes analysts’ caution, cites strategic routes like Rashin Tumen, and questions treaty claims while highlighting Washington skepticism and German influence rumors.
August 9 1919 report notes several local appointments and a reunion of the 11th Pennsylvania Volunteers. It mentions Nelson Camp Lottsville barn fire likely lightning damage, Routton Water drafted to Camp Wadsworth South Carolina, a serious injury from an auto accident on Main Street, and other local notes including births and business mentions.
Paris reports two Parisian mannequins named France and Marianne have left for England to join the Royal household as ornate gift dolls for Princess Elizabeth and Princess Margaret Rose. Created by Mme Georges Bonnet and Paris's top dressmakers, the outfits featured embroidery, organza frocks, tiny handmade shoes, stockings, hats, and jeweled accessories crafted by skilled French artisans.
The Department of Justice prepares a presentment to a federal grand jury over alleged anti trust violations by the American Medical Association and the District of Columbia Medical Society. The action centers on group health care efforts and attempts to block low income families from accessing affordable medical services.
The term a cappella traces to cappella meaning a mantle linked to St Martin and later to a church setting. The expression describes singers performing without instrumental accompaniment in choirs.
A druggist recommends washing every cut or blister with Gan Gura Medicated Soap and applying San-Cura Antiseptic Ointment to prevent infection. San Sara Ointment is promoted for healing minor sores, cuts, burns, and leaks.
Hollywood gossip notes Ivan Lebedeff, veteran screen flirt and Russian cavalry veteran, tired of playing suave gigolo. In 20th Century Fox's Straight Place and Show, he departs toward rougher parts, hoping to showcase his horseman’s bearing in a clash with the Ritz Brothers, while praising the chance to act closer to his true self.
Fragmentary notes suggest a ballot stuffing accusation echoes from ancient times. The piece links a forthcoming fall election to labor strife over open versus closed shops at an eastern plant. It also hints at Ontario sportsmen opposing deer culling as hunts open, while a Rajah of Sarawak story mentions a daughter’s royal title claim.
The Barbados stamp highlights the island in the Windward group of the West Indies. It traces the name from Spanish roots and notes early discovery by the Portuguese, settlement in 1625, Bridgetown as capital, and British control since the 17th century. Sugar and cotton are cited as major products.
From Pennsylvania medical society notes three essential elements in a child’s diet proteins fats and carbohydrates. Proteins from milk eggs meat and vegetables support growth. Fats from cream butter and animal fats provide energy. Carbohydrates from cornmeal bread potatoes and vegetables round out the diet.
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