American shipping shows better position for American lines
Captain J H Tomb of the New York State Merchant Marine Academy says the American merchant marine is now stronger relative to other nations. He notes rising American share of imports and exports, improved freight movement, and more American registry on the North Atlantic. He adds mail contracts cost the government half the wartime deficit, with American operators maintaining steady sailings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. H .Tomb
New York State Merchant Marine Academy
North Atlantic
Search for sunken treasure expands to new voyage
Reported expedition led by Captain Harry Bowdoin seeks about 16 million dollars in Spanish gold and valuables from wrecks off the Venezuelan coast. Bowdoin will target the Merida hull near the Virginia Capes using a flexible joint diving salt plus other salvage gear, with aims to recover silver and gold believed hidden aboard ancient wrecks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phil ‘Lord
Seth Parker
Harry J. Bowdoin
Merida
Venezelan
Virginia Capes
Bowdoin
San Cissima Conception
San Pedro de Alazantara
Caracas
World Fair Speculation Hints at London 2880 Event
A fragmentary report speculates that a renewed World Fair could be staged in London in 2880 following a revival in Chicago. The era of progress is hinted at, with British plans described as aiming for a major exposition to inspire a youthful audience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Progrask Expoul
Chicago
Brian
London
Hollywood Beholds Hollywood Averse to Everything
In a breezy Hollywood column dated June, readers note local dislikes from Dorothy Lee’s spinach to radio promo tricks. The piece lampoons celebrities like Bert Wheeler, Bob Woolsey, ZaSu Pitts, John Barrymore, and Lionel Barrymore, detailing their pet aversions and humorous quirks as the town’s mood mirrors any other big or small place.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hollywood
Calif
Dorothy Lee
Cilve Brook
Bert Wheeer
Bob Woolsey
Gertrude
Dallas
Trene Dunne
William ‘Gangan
Nat Pendleton
Edward Everett Horton
Tye
Pert Kelton
Herdone
ZaSu Pitts
Tohn Barrymore
Barrymore
Lionel
Tor
Hagar Kennedy
Cows Suffer Headaches Said by University Vet
Philadelphia dispatch reports Dr. M A Immerdon of the University of Pennsylvania Veterinary School says cows suffer headaches from colds caused by dehomine weather. The mill says headaches are a response to cold and discontent among sows.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
M.A. Immerdon
Fragmented OCR Reflects Crumbling Crystal Palace Notice
The readable text mentions the Crystal Palace, Prince Albert, and the Great Exhibition of 1851 with references to Hyde Park and Hyde Park area, plus hints of new buildings and exhibition plans. The passage is garbled but points to a historic exhibit site near London and surrounding grounds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crystal Palace
Prince Alberts
Hyde Park
London
Tve Plat
Carnera Returns to Washington Amid Fanfare
The heavyweight champ Primo Carnera visits Washington after years marked by deportation fears and a chaotic prior stay. A gleeful photo session with reporters follows as an Italian ambassador visit and a small bellhop scene entertain. A separate sighting notes an elderly man in a limousine near the agriculture department and Secretary Wallace, while treasury officials debate gold certificate currency rules and counterfeit concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Primo Carnera
Dan Preem
Labor Department
Nhen
Carera
Agriculture Department
Hei
Wallace
Mr. x
Constitutional
Watters
Twenty Years Ago in Journal Files Jan 23 1914
A roundup of local items from 1914 and nearby notes: railroad worker E J Kelly killed by a work train in west-end yards. stockholders apply to Federal Reserve Bank. ward committees form a Chamber of Commerce. a murder case tied to Michail Magnedich slated for Erie. over 300 attend Lyric to see Odyssey films. freight decline hits PB and MK. W C Powell warns of smallpox in nearby cities. high school basketball exhibition at Armory. John Grady of Spring Creek ill with pneumonia. sleigh ride planned with Company A. Mrs DU W Olds hosts twenty-two guests on East Smith Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. J. Kelly
Pennsylvania Railroad
West-End
Pennay
Turkey bans strikes as state limits spread
Istanbul and Steubenville reports indicate broad government action against labor unrest with five year restrictions extending to private industry. The overhaul targets “gold-bricking” and alleged job fraud as workers are removed from payrolls amid investigations by the commissions and boards involved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Turkey
Istanbul
Indusbry
Paris Fashion Tip Turns Ornamental Into Useful Accessories
Paris stylish women embrace pockets and mini bags as functional decor. A Parisian dress with three tiny underarm pockets holds handkerchiefs, powder, lipstick, and rouge, while a glove evening piece hides a compact mirror and puff. The trend blends prettiness with practicality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Po Ututarian
Well
P Ormanental
Local History Inquiries About Notable Town Figures
Questions seek exact years for LeRoy Starkweather’s fish market operation Warren Cowles law practice John Cullen management of Western Union telegraph focal offices and I J Loomis ownership of the Downer House in this community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
LeRoy Starkweather
Warren Cowles
John Cullen
Western Union Telegraph Company
I. J. Loomis
Downer House
Baby Dies From Burn Injuries After Scalding Accident
Eight month old Tokanechild Starfer, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Starfer of Haines Street, died Saturday night at Community Hospital from second degree burns suffered when a kettle of hot water fell on her from a stove. Funeral services set for Tuesday at Fred L. Thayer's residence in West Kane at two o'clock with interment in Forest Lawn Cemetery. Rev. B A Whitten of the Baptist church to officiate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. A. Whitten
The
Baptist Church
Wykoff Hurt On Farnsworth Forestry Job
Earl Wykoff twenty five, son of Mr. and Mrs. William Wykoff, is in General Hospital with a severe stomach injury from a fall during the Farnsworth CWA Forestry project. He tripped over a hidden rod line about 8:15 Monday morning, struck a stub, outer skin not punctured, condition listed as favorable. He was taken to Dr I G Hyer’s office for first aid, then to the hospital by W Lutz ambulance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warren
Earl Wykoff
William Wykoff
General Hospital
Farnsworth C. W
Wotlanen
I. G Hyer
Clarendon
Che W. & Lutz Ambulance
Close Callin Coasting Crash In Union Elay
Seven year old Leon Richardson son of Mr and Mrs Clifford Richardson of Concord Street narrowly escaped death when his sled slid into the path of a Dodge sedan driven by Mr Wilcox on Main Street Friday afternoon. The front wheel struck the sled and carried it along before the car stopped. the boy was uninjured though the sled was crushed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union Elay
Cnaries
Leon
Clifford Richardson
Concord Street
Main Street
Richardson
Bark Street
Wilcox
Former oil city priest dying in Osceola Mills
Rev. M a Renehan pastor of the Church of the Immaculate Conception at Osceola Mills and former assistant pastor of St. Joseph's Church in Oil City lies critically ill in the Osceola Mills rectory. Word says death is momentarily expected as he has suffered illnesses including diabetes and pneumonia for some time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oil City
M A Renehan
Church of the Immaculate Conception
Osceola Mills
Bids Sought for Girard Bridge and Related Roads
United Press reports Pennsylvania state highway department will open bids February 6 for 2.59 miles of rod and bridge work including Curwens Hills in Clearfield County one bridge and 0.1 mile of approaches Dunkard and Monongahela townships Greene County route 88 Dunkard and Monongahela one bridge and 0.88 mile of concrete approaches Erie County route 98 Girard Township one steel and concrete viaduct and 7.07 miles of grading.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Press
Harrisburg
State Highway Department
Glearfield County
Curwens Hills Borough
Greene County
Dunkard
Monongahela Township
Erie County
Girard Township
County Budget Shows 181453 Increase in 1934
Erie June 23 The county's 1921 budget was completed by Controller Harvey M Wills showing an increase of 181453 50 over last year The deficit left by the old poor board raised expenditure to 1 560 295 00 from 1 278 841 44 Receipts total 1 604 453 85 including a 300 000 bond issue The nine mill levy will be kept for another year with taxes expected at 1 020 000 and state owed 215 000 plus other incomes The budget allocates 550 000 for poor relief though the new board will receive only 250 000 The budget items include crime control court costs road reconstruction care of the insane and other expenses The commissioners will review and may alter appropriations
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Erie
E County
Harvey M. Wills
Willis
Court House
Common Pleas Court
Rotary
Mhughaye
Also Mentioned on This Page
Corry Evening Journal
Hollywood Bee
Treasury
Diciais
Vicks
Vicks Cough
Janay
Rocal Belfilks
Federal Reserve Bank
Chamber of Commerce
Michail Magnedich
Duquesne Construction Company
Spartansburg
Waters
Lyric
PB & MK
W. C. Powell
Focal
Wire
Sinclairyilie
North East
John Grady
Spring Creek
Corry
Union City
Half Place
DU. W. Olds
Steubenville
Myers
Mary Knight
United Press Star
Tokanechild
CWA
Girard
F.C. Chapin & Sons
Bissell
Cinderella
Doane
West Main St. Phane
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!