We the People Warn of Congress Free of White House Aid
Washington December 26 1938 opinion piece argues that Roosevelt plans to limit executive branch bill drafting leaving Congress to draft and debate laws. It warns of veto power, potential congressional inaction, and a shift toward informal conferences while Congress may strike work to force changes.
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Washington
Congress
Mién
Roosevelt
White House
Roosevalt
ebUrsa
Chang
Gorry's Enjoyable Christmas Amid Community Charity
Gorry’s Christmas week-end brought happiness with family reunions and church services. Salvation Army and Junior Welfare Leagues aided relief efforts, ensuring many households shared in holiday joy. The piece notes community spirit and a lasting value of compassion during the season.
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Gorry
Corry
Salvation Army
Real Winter Weather Brings Cold Spells and Snow Fun
The article notes biting cold forecasts after a heavy Monday snowstorm. Older residents complain of frozen plumbing while youngsters enjoy outdoor recreation. Weekend sports thrive as skating, coasting, and tobogganing rise with ample snow. regional climate suggests a snowy, volatile winter. Reports also hint at crime linked to poverty and social tensions.
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Tell Mout
Corry
Vieihity
Bireau
Public opinion favors 25 million credit to China for food and supplies
The article notes American support for a 25 million credit to China to buy food and supplies in the U.S. despite some pro forma objections under neutrality laws. It argues Japan’s actions in China threaten democratic cooperation and U.S. trade, urging continued liberal credits for China within international law.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
China
Japan
America
Ag- Siesier
McKesson Robbins case contrasts with subtler insider thefts
John T Flynn discusses the McKesson Robbins fraud as a plain burglary of physical assets, but warns that far larger damage comes from subtle insider thefts that drain a company’s assets through legal but deadly devices. He argues law reforms will target physical robbery, while sophisticated schemes erode wealth billions yearly.
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McKesauian Robbins
McKesson & Robbins
Ollice
Miountell
Asl Black
Jacke
NEA Servite, Inc
Kangaroos Then and Now From Early Explorers to Modern Sightings
A historical note describes kangaroos aboard Capt James Conk s ship near Endeavour River in July 1770. It details their hopping ability large hind pouch herbivory and nursing young in the mother's pouch with milk transferred via capillary action. The piece mentions naming origins kan garoo and notes behavioral traits and habitat.
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James Conk
Endeavor River
Australia
Captain Book
New Zealand
Twenty Years Ago Journal Clippings December 27 1916
Local archival notes recount Prohibition era concerns with booze raiding and arrests as the dry territory around Kiev and nearby towns faces enforcement. Several obituaries and hospital updates appear including Deanile Gannon of Sparta township and Private Marl Calkins returning from service. A horse and buggy stolen from Byron J. Crowell of Concord is recovered in Erie. The Corry High School class reunion occurs at Western Star hall with committee members named.
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Corry High School
Wastern Star Hall
Hides Tallinn Moersy
Tarthn
Hollywood star Brian Donlevy defies height bias in film work
Hollywood columnist Grady Johnson recalls Brian Donlevy, a tall actor who appears short on screen. He discusses casting hurdles caused by height, recounting Harris and DeMille anecdotes that show a 6 ft 4 in co star towering over him and influencing roles.
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Hollywood
Der
Brian Denlevy
Dentevy
Dom Levy
New York
Iheal
Harris
Briang
Lali
Anwal
Hanris
Cecil B. DeMille
Union Pacife
Donlevy
Victor McLaughlin
Tiny locomotive runs Memphis street hill derailment
A miniature locomotive built from a dentist tool and jeweler’s tools reached 17 miles per hour on Center street hill in Memphis. The model, crafted in Southern Railway shops and sealed to one fifteenth of an inch, was tested by Mary Sullivan, John Downey, and Seipley Nichols. A heavily loaded bobcar rolled from the hilltop and toppled onto forest tracks near Robert shop.
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Memphis
Southern Railway
Center Street
Bob
Acroga
Robert
Minor collision on East Columbus Avenue reported
Automopitte driver Henry Bureh of 520 West Smith Street and Albert Apioroso of 500 South Center Street were involved in a minor collision near the St. Pierre filling station on East Columbus Avenue early Saturday evening. Some damage occurred to the cars though occupants appeared uninjured.
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Automopitte
Henry Bureh
Smith ‘Street
Albert Apioroso
South Center Street
St. Pierre Fillig
Columbus Avenue
Barbs council clash and a rampaging Cherokee in Medina County
Cleveland reports confusion as Barbs councilmen refuse a tag game while an Indian Cherokee on a rampage drives a WPA crew from their shovels in Medina County Ohio. Treasury notes show 51.95 per person in circulation in November. A New York debarred escort and G Men shadow a family after threats.
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Cleveland
Abraham Lincoln Brigade
WPA
Medina County
Thaly
Tunis
U. S. Treasury
New York
Pneumonia Warning From Medical Society Hopeful Treatments
Daily Dozen from the Medical Society of Pennsylvania cautions that unhygienic winter habits, smoky air, poor diets, and lack of sunshine raise pneumonia risk. Cold or flu seasons heighten danger, while early serum therapy and prompt medical care improve outcomes. Microbiological typing of sputum helps determine serum type.
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The
Medical Society of the State of Pennsylvania
Penn’a Relief Load Increase Noted In Recent Trends
The article details Pennsylvania direct relief rising by 4 303 cases amid WPA curtailments and higher applications for aid. It cites December figures, mentions 211/400 statewide cases and 617 205 persons, and discusses employment channel closures and shifts to private work. A local note adds a Christmas gift fine remission for speeding.
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Pennsylvania
Department
General Assistance
Emily
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France
St. Mary's Hospital
Hoboken
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Deanile Gannon
Sparta Township
Spartans, Oe
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Concord
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Marl Calkins
Christos
Convilescent Hospital
White Phiins
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East Columbus Ave
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