Odd Weather and City Notes From Erie
A fragmentary Erie item list shows talk of a colder spell and a groundhog forecast four weeks ahead. It notes a regular board meeting, a health report on chickenpox, and a dinner for police by ex mayor Glen Miller. W. T. Grant declares a 50 cent per share dividend payable Jan 20 to holders of record Jan 10. Other items: license renewals, dog licenses, WPA employment up to 7,000 by Jan 15, a fire at Merrill Lillie’s home, labor figures, oil production, theater production Beads on a String, a skating rink report, and Kiwanis Club address by Armour Hillstrom. The piece includes local street and residence details and weather/road conditions warnings.
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Erie
Merrill Lillie
East Church Street
John Shiels
Grove Street
Illegal hunting probe urged for Carter Hill area
The Journal reports suspected illegal deer hunting on Carter Hill northwest of the city. A burlap sack with a deer head and parts was found, suggesting Christmas time kill. Residents say violations persist year round and ask state game wardens to act to curb illegal hunting and related offenses.
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Carter Hill
Journal
Farm crop values fall in 1937 despite higher fruit output
Harrisburg reports 1937 field crop value below 1936 due to overproduction depressing prices. Fruit production rose while prices fell, but overall farm value for apples peaches pears cherries and grapes edged up from 1936 as higher output offset price declines. Winter wheat sales boosted by prior marketing. barley set a record high while rye and tobacco declined. The Venetian republic longevity and other ancient states noted in departing comment.
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Harrisburg
Pennnsylvania
J. Hansell French
Secretary of Agriculture
Jobless Benefit Applications Flood Pennsylvania Offices
Masses seek unemployment compensation as state job insurance funds show ample reserves. Officials note the pool stands near 85 million dollars and is projected to rise toward 150 million by year end 1938 while this year’s benefit payouts are not expected to exceed 10 million.
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Harrisburg
Advertising's Impact on U.S. Manufacturing Growth
In 1869 advertising was rare as total manufactured product value stood at 3,385,860,354 dollars. By fostering demand through advertising the value surged over 60 years to 70,454,863,443 dollars.
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United States
Sleuth Named Son His Slayer On Death Bed
Erie report describes a detective recalling a son’s confession before dying. A tormented murder case unfolds as a jury names the 21 year old killer amid grim testimony. The suspect faced defense attorneys while a preliminary hearing loomed.
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Sleuth
Ralph Scalise
Erie
Jan
Lowix Scalise
Wun
State of Defense
Commonwealth
Ordanne
Ving
Niony
William Donahue
Extend Airmail Route to Erie Extending Airmail Service to Erie
Tan. Gemuttee oot wrax prod] senger and airmail line into Erie by the American Airlines on Tuesday with the visitation of 1 man Conn district sales manager of American Airlines who works out of Cleveland. Conn came to Erie to survey potential business volume and determine if Brie will benefit from regular airline service soon. He was greeted by James Shields and Hubert Hull of the Erie Chamber of Commerce.
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Tore
Erie
American Airlines
Lmen
Conn
American Airines
Clevelan
Brie
Sevice
Jamey K
Ishields
Amcretary
Erie Chanber
Ilubert Hull
Chamber of Commerce
Hauttos
State Railroads Argue For Freight Rate Boost
Harrisburg reports hearings on 24 Pennsylvania railroads seeking freight rate increases on 147 commodities to lift earnings by about 585000 annually under Public Utility Commission review. Shippers oppose the intrastate rate hike as proposed, with testimony from Walter S. Franklin and industry groups questioning the broader impact and benefits.
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United Prean
Harrisburg
Pennsylvania
Fitk
Sani
Rave
Aul
Payer Board
Fire Why
Wlasa
Gota
Steel Pipe and Bunny
al Bors
Jonn J. Wenerty
New York City
Glass Container Assontion of America
Walter S. Franklin
Yieliou
New York
New Jersey
Mary Lam
Officials Reelected in Warren Boro Union Local
Warren Boro council reorganization elected W. Trogser president for the year. Harold R. Miller resigned, R. Krebs appointed to his seat giving nine new members. Ward changes included Bock elected street commissioner and Richard Vans named police justice. Officials reelected include Marjorie Dougherty secretary, Walter Beaty treasurer, Sidney Blackman solicitor, George Hach police chief, Douglas Kropf fire chief. Kane council also reshaped with Theodore Johnson elected president and A A Nicolas president pro tem.
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War ‘Eh
W. Trogser
Yoly
Harold
M. Miller
Miller
Itt Worl
R. Ms
Kreba
Harold R. Hannon
Vith Ward
Krebs
Ma Ward
Bock Aaa
Marcus Larson
T Richard Vans
Clark H. Nelson
Marjorie L. Dougherty
Boroigh
Walter WW
Beaty
Sidney D. Blackman
So‘citer
W. Barwis
George Hach
Douglas G. Kropf
Amd
A. D. Dohingon
Janitan
Kane
Monsey Night
Theodore Johnson
Wiest
Pourth
A. A. Nicolas
Wor Glecters
Land of the Saints and Holidays Across France
A fragmented note references Saint celebrations and holidays in France, claiming many more saints than elsewhere and mentioning dates and places in a vaguer historical context. The text presents an impressionistic view of religious calendars and national tradition.
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Brutary
France
Erie Prepares For New 44 Hour Work Law Development
Erie officials brace for the 44 hour work rule that could trigger fines for employing up to 408 workers beyond the limit. The legality is under challenge before the state supreme court, while third class cities may be exempt or subject to immediate compliance.
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Arif
Tuleslay
Yen
State Supreme Court
Yin
Aged Tidioite Woman Burned In Home Fire
A Tidioute woman Nancy Fitzpatrick was found dead in her Pleasant Street home after a one story frame fire. Neighbors and fire wardens aided investigations noting body burns and missing limbs. Coroner Ryhayroy led the inquest with assistance from state fire warden Nanbias Kroph.
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Nancy Fitzpatrick
Gott Ololsek
Roynes
Fitzpatrick
Ryhayroy
Warren Investiguia
Nanbias Kroph
Wagpilly State
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Frank Boswell
Graves
Alabama
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Friends
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Kiity
Montgomery
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John D. Flanigan Today
Freda Cox
Mya
Clarence Cox
Vine Street
Glen Miller
W. T. Grant Company
North Center Street
Ucengea
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Triatuté
Revenue Department
Public Assistance Department
Sarvin Lowenthal
Jewish Welfare Society
American Federation of Labor
FP. T. O'Connor
American Petroleum Institute
Collins
Panama
Armour Hillstromill
Kiwanis
Tote
Mytred
Will Mica
Venetian
Republic of Genoa
Carthage
Walthall
Linusley's
Warren Boro
Crossett
Chapin
Frank C.chapin & Sons
North Center ST
Pomery Ward
Nancy Fitzgerald
Tidioute
Miami
Cleveland
Washington
Philadelphia
Chicago
Los Angeles
Greyhound Terminal
Corry
Loblaw
Baker's Cocoa
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