Edison Birthday Observances Across the Nation
Civic groups nationwide observe the 100th birthday of Thomas A Edison famed inventor of the phonograph and many other devices. Major Lawrence A Figro departs for Yokohama Japan to serve with the Army of Occupation while Major Flora leads local induction stations in Harrisburg and Pittsburgh. Police plow snow blocked road to hospital for a sick baby on West Pleasant street. Marie Didion wins prizes from a Jimmy Fiddler radio program including a wristwatch and a war bond. Lincoln birthday closures affect the Pennsylvania Employment Service. Cold temps, resignations, and exams impact local police and civil service. Veterans affairs bills and a proposed state medical college in Philadelphia are noted. Grand jury and court items include a duty hiccup with a juror naming error and several divorce filings. Rescue efforts continue for Ross Spattifer as snow slows Warren searches with a $575 reward. Navy Silver Star awarded to Lieut. Cmdr. Faner for service on USS Sawfish in Japanese waters.
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Schiffer's Tavern license suspended over minor sales
The Liquor Control Board suspended Schiffer's Tavern Ol City owned by Philip Schiffer for 15 days starting March 6 for allowing minors on the premises and sales to minors. The measure package also includes statewide options on Sunday sales and older pension eligibility changes proposed in the legislature.
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R-Pike
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Allegheny
Father rescues family as house fire burns five
In Swissvale, a father, Charles McFarland, 35, raced through flames to save his wife Mary and their children Eileen 4 Mary Pat 2 and William 1 after a mill injury left him weakened. Eileen was pulled from flames on a balcony but suffered severe burns. the other two young children and the father sustained burns but are not believed to be in danger. Mrs McFarland escaped injuries.
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Akron gang leader linked to Corry hold up case
Police identified four Akron suspects Bernard Stout leader Denis Stout Oris Kelley and George Inch aiding in multiple holdups including a Corry robbery. Buckets of forged checks and thefts tied to the gang are under investigation as officers pursue other angles and a possible female accomplice. Gerald Baltvar 49 hotel manager died suddenly in his home.
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George Inch
Akron City
Akron
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Stouts
Spur Vahsburg
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Mascule Lodge
Edison Patents Phonograph and Electric Lamp
In 1877 Thomas Edison obtained a patent for the phonograph, his favorite invention. By 1879 he invented the first practical incandescent electric lamp, marking two landmark breakthroughs in sound recording and illumination.
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