Town Notes on Witter Poole Trade Rumors and Local Scandal
Vague items from Ames and nearby dwellings reference W. We Witter eyeing a former Poole garage now owned by PON Ames on First Avenue for Buick Pontiac dealings. Gov. Alf Landon mentioned in a Republican picture. Tar pot case at Sweitzer home raises possible additional suspects. Stormy weather reduces attendance at the State Park Show and local trips to Harrisburg. A youth on the north side reportedly distributing distasteful literature. First Avenue drinkery described as a chaotic post closure scene and Second Avenue dives rumored for revolting conditions. Longstanding council tax and banking shop debates noted. city ordinances deemed out of date and proposals for codification discussed. A county slate supports Arthur Colestove for Democratic national convention delegate. Local 1918 graduates plan a 20th anniversary in 1838. A Kentucky cautionary tale cites harsh laws penalizing everyday acts. questions about repealing laws raised.
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W. We Witter
House
Poole
PON, Ames
First Avenue
Buick-Pontiac
B. Manley
West South Street
Alf Landon
Kansas
William Mossman
Sweitzer
Gecdoi
Harrisburg
Thallis
Second Avenue
Conti
I Couse
Wales
Arthur Colestove
Philadelphia
Theo P
Curley Williams
Corry High School
Tocal
Dauphin County
Tor
Edward the Prince of Wales and the future King of England
The passage reflects on Edward the Prince of Wales evolving into King of England and the Dominions beyond the sea. It portrays his role as stabilizing force, guiding government through crises, and prioritizing continuity over party politics. It notes American admiration for his preparation and discipline, and ends with hopes for his long reign.
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Edward
Prince of Wales
Eig
England
Ievawy
qHli
Poole
le Top
Ikeel
Nashemn
Durant lecture links equality to breeding and democracy
The philosopher Will Durant argues in a lecture that equality is not natural, urging differential endowments and fertility as crucial to national vitality. He cites the Declaration of Independence, calls democracy fragile, and suggests policy ideas to encourage large families and tax relief for Bond stock parents while discouraging birth among the incompetent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Will Durant
Felis & Fovr
Lyon
Cnssth
Russia
Ibig
Wealth Sharing Estate Tax Proposal Aimed At Fairness
A fragmented 1923 style note urges estate tax reform led by Robert P. Scripps to ensure wealth is more evenly distributed. It argues that taxes should be paid in cash within a set period, and questions existing rules that favor the very wealthy.
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Roberh P. Scripps
Uceiahof UT Haa
Ee Unnetaten
Howe
Tate
Ward
Perpelie
Twenty Years Ago In Journal Files January 22, 1916
A legacy excerpt details Frank Raymond purchasing a large East Pleasant street property formerly owned by Henry King. Harborcreek’s new 93 foot bridge project was washed away by high water. Hospital ladies formed an Auxilary with officers named. Mohawk Condensers Milk man Wiley Crotts grapples with influenza in Mohawk. A. B. Siriekinna returns from Florida to prepare relocation to Rochester, N. Y. Mrs. H. L. Spiesman and daughter Miss Muymn return from Meailvilly after weeks with the McMahons.
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Frank Raymond
Raymond Manufacturing Company
East Pleasant Street
South Center Street
Henry King
Corry
Theospital
New Hospital
David D. Reed
C. S. Wilson
Elizabeth Bentley
W. Eugene Rhodes
Addie Waggoner
R. F. Livermore
Wiley J Crotts
Mohawk Condensers Milk Company
Lae Commercial Hotel
A. B. Siriekinna
Florida
Rochester
H. L. Spiesman
Muymn
Meailvilly
Thomas McMahon
Star Signals and Cautionary Notes in January 1936
General indications for the day warn of potential accidents and advise caution with gold or money. The excerpt discusses birthdate anthropology interest, ankle injuries, overexertion risks from August 9 to 25, 1936, and suggests dating extensions for six months with renewals. It references Scripps and installment payment proposals affecting government finances and collective policy.
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Scripps
Hollywood ts shop by Norman 8 Devel
Hollywood studio notes from Gladys Swarthout on voice quality and screen technique. She recalls eight months in Hollywood with Paramount titles Rage of the Rancho and Give Us This Night. She argues a good voice is essential, with natural timber that cannot be faked or engineered away.
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Hollywood
Norman
Devel
Call
Gladys
Swarthout
Metropolitan Opera
Paramount
Erie County Health TB association thanks buyers of seals
George K. Frank for the Erie County Health and Tuberculosis Association expresses appreciation for support in the twenty-ninth Christmas Seal sale. He notes many recipients have not yet sent contributions and urges prompt remittance to finalize the campaign and bolster life saving work.
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Hbs
George K. Frank
Erie County Health and Tuberculosis Association
Christos
Mr. Frank
Divided skirts set to shape Paris wardrobes
Paris fashions spotlight divided skirts as practical country sport attire moving into town wardrobes. Morning suits feature a belted jacket and pressed creased skirt with hidden slits. tweed dominates, with sapphire tweed and garnet accents. Daywear embraces cotton or lightweight wool prints, including animal and musical motifs, with garnet accessories.
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Paris
Hind
Pennsylvania Seeks Boost Through Scenic Highway Map
Warren Van Dyke, secretary of highways, promotes travel through the state by highlighting 40 points of interest on a large hand painted watercolor wall map at the State Farm Show. He aims to urge residents and visitors to use Pennsylvania's 35,000 mile highway system, showcasing scenic historic and industrial sites.
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Harrlsburg
Pennsylvania
Warren van Dyke
Highway Department
State Farm
Water Board Grants Erie 75000 for Hospital Claim
Erie residents sued water board over a hospital funding dispute with $75000 grant approved on Tuesday. Officials then considered a larger claim up to $312000 and sought further actions while awaiting details of the agreement.
Thieves steal wine and belongings from home party
Thieves entered a Toledo home during a party and stole wine worth about 860 dollars along with other property. The incident happened after guests left and involved unauthorized entry. Police are investigating and seeking witnesses.
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Taledo
Wiy
Steve Juvenh
India's Found Heaviest Hit by Disasters
United Press report catalogs 1935 disasters worldwide led by a May 3 quake in India that killed over 20,000. It notes floods, typhoons, and volcanoes globally, including damaging events in China, Italy, Hawaii, Japan, and the Soviet Union, with numerous fatalities and widespread destruction.
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India
United Press
Washington
National Geographic Society
Jn Tdi
Ta China
Yellow River
Manch
Yangtze
Fukien
Genoa
Italy
United States
Helens
Mont
Wiet
Mauna Low
Hawaii
Hilo
Asam
Tokyo
Japan
Verte Cocha
Beundur
Kirovsk
Kolm Peninsula
Townsend Meet at Wrightsville in Church Program
The Freenoct Townsend meeting at Wrightsville will be held Saturday evening January 2 at 8 o'clock. Walter Jack from Pa will be the speaker. A good program is planned and all interested are invited to attend.
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Townsend
Chub
Wrightsyitls
Walter Jack
Wiie
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Gudlow
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Scott
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Geeration
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U. S
Wrightsville
Owen Optical Traction
R. Owen
New Deal Optical
Erie
AK Biggar
Walter . Ellis
W. Center Street
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