Revival of bucketshop stock scam hits New York
Raids on eight fake stock offices in New York and warnings from New York and Minnesota authorities expose a revival of bucketshop practices. More than seventy men were detained for selling securities over the phone with eighteen to twenty lines found in offices. Officials say dubious oil and royalty stocks are being foisted and urge the public to deal only with reputable brokers.
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Roosevelt Promotes New Gold Basis Reversing Currency Orders
Analysis credits Roosevelt with reinstating a gold standard that reverses the world’s currency relations among the dollar the pound and the franc. Reports say the dollar regains safety and attractiveness pushing the franc back to under the dollar and a large fund of American capital moves back to U S money centers. Short term funds flood in as bank credits expand rapidly with the capital shift.
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Irvine Homes Razed by Fire in Waikicen
Fire destroyed a frame dwelling at Irvine owned by Blory G. McKinney of 118 Gayuga Avenue on Friday night. The house was unoccupied and the owner’s son BG McKinney family had just moved out last week. No cause is yet known, though possible trespassers are suspected. damage is partly covered by insurance.
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Corry Elks visit and local notes from twenty years ago
Twenty years ago notes report District Deputy Weller and J Franklin visiting Corry lodge of Elks, city solicitor Kincaid drafting liens for properties on South Mill and Spring for payment. Florida excursion interest grows with W R Hasbrouck guiding plans this month. Community events include the 480 Club gathering, new showcase for a store, and plans for improvements this season.
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Neatly Lively Navy Stories From UPI Briefing
Washington, Feb 5 One navy true story recalls a battleship captain who vented about engines, guns, speed, and seakeeping. He asked to transfer to Samoa. the chief replied he would go there for two years. Other tales involve Beirut, the Yukon, and the tariff commission with colorful courtroom-style theatrics.
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In Massachusetts Reporter Katharine Diwrence’s Century
Worgester—Katharine Diwrence, a veteran newspaper reporter, is believed to be the oldest in New England. Miss Diwrence has covered events for the Clifton Guardian, a local paper, contributing decades of service to journalism.
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Robinson hobbyist keeps vast pipes and jade collections
The article profiles Howard J. Robison in Hollywood as a hobby specialist who collects pipes, jade, caricatures, oil paintings, Tudor furniture, and player piano rolls. It notes his Beverly Hills home, fakeauthentic displays, and the long time he has spent building his varied assemblages.
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Conference May Limit Size Of Battleships
Geneva experts predict the 1935 Naval Conference will cut capital ship tonnage from about 35,000 to 25,000 22,000 tons. The United States currently opposes downsizing but may shift stance before the 1938 talks. Britain Japan France Italy discuss limits. Britain’s fleet totals 474,750 tons, US 455,450, Japan's 298,400, with ships ranging from 26,000 to 42,100 tons.
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Kurtz Plans New Lines and Ovens for Corry Plant in 1934
The Kurtz Case Goods Company prepares for expansion in 1934 after tough years for the local furniture industry. Under manager W. A. Redmond the Corry plant introduces two new living room suites with overstuffed designs and floating resiliency. New posts and ornate bed designs are showcased, with early orders signaling recovery as production capacity and a stronger sales push are planned.
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Paris styles for spring dress and jacket ensembles
A Paris dressmaker shows a smart client a range of spring outfits in grege and grey with bold diagonal stripes, leopard jackets, and a silver lame dinner dress. Descriptions include a three quarter length coat with upturned loops, conical twat, and a lame petal muff. The client prefers them all.
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