Postmaster General Parley Faces Slipping Handshake Strain
Washington dispatch notes stress of New Deal on Postmaster General James A Farley as he tightens grip during Christmas reception with 1161 postal workers. aides step in for effective public relation work while signing and greetings continue. Also cites NRA consumer worries and notable deaths among Roosevelt administration figures.
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United
Washington
James A. Parley
Post Office Department
Farley
Parley
W. W. Howes
Harllee
Hollywood film studios enforce strict fire safety measures
Paramount fire chief GH Saunders says studios avoid fires by investing in modern prevention. About 78 fire alarm boxes and similar hydrants are placed around lots, plus a dedicated fire truck, gear, and trained crews on site. Telegraph and sprinkler systems cover all permanent buildings enabling rapid response.
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Hollywood
Des
Nnl
G. H.saunders
Paramount Fire Department
Tie Vet
Los Angeles
Saunders
City Fire Department
Kay Richards Brokerage Firm Inpitt Merger Brings Change
The merger between Kay Richards Brokerage Firm and Pittsburgh firm Post & Myers of Pittsburgh will take effect January 1. Kay Richards senior partner R S Richards says J J D Painter and Nathan K Parker of Pittsburgh become general partners, joining H R Parker J W Cappeau Normin Ray and Marion Matthews of Bir k. Matthews notes Erie offices will continue and declined further comment.
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BRIE
New York Stock Exchange
Kay-Richards
Pittsburgh
Stock Exchange
Post & Mhyre
Pittburgh
Imade
Kay, Richards & Co
R.S. Richards
Kay Richars
J. J. D. Painter
Nathan K Parker
H.R. Parker
J. W. Cappeau
Normin Ray
Marlon Matthews
Birk
Kay. Richards
Erie
State Street
Erie Trust Company
Matthews
Tension in Saar Plebiscite and British Policy
Tension in the Saar plebiscite area persists amid unrest after a recent mob attack on two British subjects following a car accident. International police plans loom as Allied troops prepare to police the plebiscite, testing whether they will guard peace or quell riots. Meantime, Britain’s postwar recovery gains praise from Roosevelt and Lloyd George outlines a cautious reform program with a brain trust.
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Saar
Micb
League of Nations
Roosevelt
Great Britain
New Britain
America
Lloyd George
Patty
Waterways Development Studied by Nye Board
The Nye Commission Results Board urges major American waterways development to improve navigation irrigation flood control and power. The Mississippi Valley and multiple basins are named for potential work with costs estimated between 8 000 000 and 100 000 000 for waterways and 197 000 000 to 353 000 000 for completion by 1985. A permanent planning committee is proposed to oversee long range conservation and power issues amid debates on hydro electric policy.
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Richard L. Harkness
United Press
Washington
Nyelinna Results Board
Mississippi Valley
Flay
Great Lakes
Rea
Mississippi
Missouri
Chia Busine
Southweat
LoWar Mississippi
Western Gulf and
Colorado
South Pacific
Great Basin
North Pacif
Snginders
Jong Vingy
Unink
Anld
Power Policy Committee
Secretary of Interior
Harold Ls Tekes
Yule Parties Mark End of Harrisburg Holiday Season
Tingal party scenes fill Capitol Hill as state employees wrap up Christmas gatherings before the 198% legislative session. Governor Pinchot hosts staff holiday event and plans a Milford Christmas. many workers return to duties by Wednesday after the break.
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Harrisburg
Capitol Hill
Kt&t
Hioliday Yanioning
In Commonwealth
Pinchot
Pinchots
Milford
Exécutive
Santa Claus
Joe Whitten
Executive Department
Alaska defies winter norms as others face cold spells
The piece notes Alaska enjoying an unusually mild winter with no December snowfall, contrasting with broader U.S. weather patterns. It discusses public irritation at anomalous conditions and mocks the idea of weather as a government function. It also revisits the Nicaragua Canal debate, citing Congressman Vinson and past treaties shaping U.S. options for a canal for defense and commerce.
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Alaska
Paris fashion sale cuts prices at Molyneaux this December
In Paris this December Molyneaux offers wardrobes for 950 francs about $68 with option to provide own materials or choose from stocked fabrics. The store touts copies of originals and extended fittings beyond usual, plus a Ray on de Beautie beauty line and expert skin care advice in a new beauty salon.
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Paris
Molyneaux
Parisienne
Molyntanx
Rayon de Beautie
Panama Canal expansion project pursues rapid start in 1931 report
The text notes government payments totaling 3,000,000 dollars and American engineers surveying a favorable 1931 route report. It claims legislative steps would be ready to authorize power and other needs, predicting world prosperity could push the canal to capacity but warns public support is fragile amid domestic expenditures.
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Pup
TL Will Bey
Panama Canal
Twenty Years Ago Journal Notes December 22 1914
City Solicitor G T Kincaid presents an opinion to City Commission regarding the West Pleasant street residents demand for the return of paying assessments. Willis Weed learns of his father J M Weed’s death. Daniel B Place, 11, dies at home in the Second ward. Elks Charity Ball committee begins ticket canvass. Chief Andrew Paulson warns of Christmas tree fire danger. A deer sighting recalls Lem Pierce who shot a bear near Elgin. Winifred Terry returns from Texas visit. Fred Stanford on county business. Wilma Rich travels to Cleveland. Wells Fargo man on icy depot platform injures nose.
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G. T. Kincaid
City Commission
West Pleasant Street
Star Signals Horoscope December 24 1984 1985
The late morning is good but late afternoon and evening bring mood swings. Early rising may cause worry while late afternoon brings fatigue and contrasting emotions. Birthdate readers tend toward seriousness and should plan constructive steps from February 24 through March 13, 1985.
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Gavou
Sotmer
Relief head in Area No 8 fired in city
In Venango Clarion and Forest counties since 1990 relief head in Area No 8 N J Ram sey was relieved of duties effective Friday. No reason given but linked to an investigation into favoritism in relief activities. George Mudehart, director of Area No 10, named to replace him with Leslie Wilson promoted to head Area No 10.
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OM City
N. J. Ramsey
Venango
Clarion
Forest Counties
Priday
George Mudehart
Atea
No. 10
Mercer
Butler
Lawrence
Leslie Wilson
Mudehart
Green Frog Club to Lose License Over Violations
Brim December 22 Green Frog club liquor license revoked by Judge A F Rossiter citing evidence of selling liquor to underage persons and violation of Sunday closing orders at 1921 State Street The trial featured Louis Strauss president treasurer and steward as witness on Thursday morning
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Green Frog Club
A. F. Rossiter
State Street
Ours
Green Frog
Elaine Princisions
Louis Strauss
Stranger Robs Host of 58 Dollars in Goods
Thigpen of 491 Parade Street was visited by a stranger who ate then left for the bathroom. After 2 a.m. Friday Thigpen found a theft of $8 in cash, jewelry worth 40, and boots valued at 6. Entry was gained via a bathroom window, which Thigpen suspects the intruder unlatched during the visit and returned later to commit the robbery.
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Ainerl Thigpen
Thigpen
Auto Strikes Deer in Kane Town
Kane December 22 Friday night patrolman Jack MacEwen learned from a motorist that a deer had been struck near Fraley and Greeves streets. A doe crossed Poleny Street and was hit. the carcass was deemed unfit for hospital or Salvation Army use and was given to Dr. B. E. H. McCleery for a Christmas dinner for his wolves.
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Kane
Jack MacEwen
Fraley and Greeves Srs
Greeves
Poleny Street
E. F P. Emmons
Aust Kane
Salvation Army
BE. H. McCleery
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Hollywood Film Shop
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Claude
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C. L. Alexander
Boss Grocery
Andrew Paulson
Reid Lyons
Frank Ladd
Lem Pierce
Elgin
Miss. Winifred Terry
Texas
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Wilma Rich
Cleveland
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Total Office
Wells Fargo Company
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