Twenty Years Ago Highlights From Meadville Scene
A Meadville Tribune item recalls a series of events from twenty years ago. Arrests include a driving charge after an evening pickup near the ball park to East Washington street. Rev Father Philip McLaughlin is slated for transfer to assist at St Thomas Church. A local corporation expands a ticket chain and opens a new venue. A near-miss at a grade crossing near Jamestown is noted, and the city junior tennis tournament for under 16 begins at East Main street courts this afternoon with girls preliminaries.
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Innes Voliaw
Votler
Huenel
Ball Park
East Washinmton Street
Philip McLaughiin
St. Hippolyte
H.C. Chunch
Frenchtown
Cony
St. ‘Thomas
Many Township Petition Filings At Court House
Candidates rushed to file nominating petitions at the county commissioners office as the deadline nears. Major offices saw Helen Schillrat, Alfred Lechner, Harry Klebes, Gale Ross, Edward Runser, Walter Tofel, Elizabeth Monnhaiy among others filing. Township and borough posts include Touls Sexton, Rober Mor 18, Ed ward Lewis, Clinton Bolard, Charles Wiggins, Claude Pirker, T J Pullom and others seeking constable, road supervisor, school director, and council seats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Erie
Ansious
Ralph C. Benedict
Ghlet Eter
Sandler
Court House
Tor We
Helen Schillratt
Repubican
Alfred Lechner
Harry Klebes
Alty Council
Republica
Gale Ross
Elty Council
Edward Runser
Elty
Walter Tofel
Constable
Elizabeth Monnhaiy
Touls R. Sexton
Concord Township
Rober Mor 18
Warne Township
R. Arthur Lindstrom
Edward M. Lewis
Union City
R. Clinton Bolard
Tulon
R. Charles S. Wiggins
Wallsburg
Ralph Brows
Conneaut Iownship
Claude 3. Pirker
Tnioi City
Anderson
Albion
Jake Hochstrassey
Greek
T. J. Pullom
Wayne Townhip
Awipervisor
War Housing and Retreat on Sicily Dominate Front Pages
Officials urge immediate erection of 1,200 low cost housing units for workers near bomber plants, noting a shortage of 1,500 workers and crowded living conditions. Germans retreat on Sicily as Allied forces close in, with plans described as ordered movements and future captures. A Massachusetts press notes many readers stay home for the summer, citing fuel limits and travel fatigue, praising staying put as virtuous.
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Grownaups
Dunkirk
Sicily
Strait of Messina
Telian
Rommel
North Africa
Ahe
Hiller
Fromon
Automobiles for Sale Notice at Alkens Motor Sales
Automobiles for sale notice from A J Alkens Motor Sales promises fair dealing and cash for your vehicle. Located at 18 15 First Avenue, the ad emphasizes prompt payout and trust in transactions. End of fragment.
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A.J. Alkens Motor Sales
First Avenue
Unclear historical note on UK motor dust usage and shares
Fragmentary text discusses an unidentified dust or powder used in the United Kingdom as an alternative motor fuel. It notes a supposed advantage and a mistaken claim about near-instant function and a relation to corporation shares. The fragment is too garbled to identify a clear event or person.
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United Kingdom
Quiz questions and corrections from a fragment page
Seven items ask about the Hundred Years War two nations WEA French Committee of National Liberation co Presidents Herzegovina mythological god with Tuces Elbert A. Gary industry which great avenue is saltiest where is Tae do fresh fruits contain protein and fats.
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WEA
Committee of National Liberation
Herzegvina
Elbert A. Gary
Tae
Malaria threat and prevention guidance for soldiers
The notice warns of malaria as a medical problem for the Army, describe its transmission by certain mosquitoes and symptoms. It notes that fever, chills and anemia may develop and that malaria can become chronic with relapses. Quinine or atabrine are used but do not eradicate infection and emphasizes screening and proper dressing to reduce bites.
Franklin man estate fixed at over $900000
Franklin July 26 Charles Shaffer pioneer and longtime Franklin native died at his Chicago home last Sunday leaving an estate valued above 900000 Most of the estate goes to widow Abel Shaffer and five children Rita Gardner and others receive portions over 50000 are set aside for friends and Kenyon College Funeral services were held at the First Methodist church and interment followed in Franklin cemetery
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Franklin
Charles
Shaffer
Pranklin
Chicago
Udge
Jon FP. O'Connell
Abel Shaffer
Barbara Shaffer Neuman
jiMisiil Beach
Fla
Elmner Ells- Worth
Dale Shaffer
Lexington City
Kenyon College
Ohio
Henry
Gardner Rita
Eliaitér Des Dated
Shieter
Wits
Pennephatlia
Grandfather of Corry Resident Dead in Erie
William E. Catlin of 283 East 12th Street died Friday evening after an extended illness in his Erie residence. He worked in a machine shop for many years with the Jarecki Mig Company. He is survived by two grandchildren, Robert Catlin of Corry and Mrs. Harold Tag of Felwood. Friends may call at Chester A. Schan funeral home and are invited to service at 2 PM today. Interment will be in Erie Cemetery.
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Corry
Erie
Brie
Tbe
Jarecki Mig
Alty
William E. Catlin
East
12Th Steed
Robert Catlin
Harold Tag
Felwood
Chester A.schan
Erle Cemy
Ery
Bradford Soldier Killed in North Africa Explains Missing Sergeant Wagner
Bradford resident Mrs Catherine Wagner confirms her son Sergeant Pyanely K Wagner was killed in action in North Africa. Wagner enlisted October 22 1941 served as gunner aboard a Flying Fortress. Born 1915 in Bradford he attended local schools and was 8 gunner.
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Adpord
Pyanely K. Wagner
Catherine Wagner
West Wington Street
Pridhy
Wagner
Army
OM & Flying Fortress
Dnv
Atria
Bradford
Language Learning Gains Currency Across Nation
ARLENE WOLF notes a jump in language study nationwide, with many turning to Spanish and French while others explore German and Irish. Experts cite methods like Natural Method and direct instruction as keys to faster, practical language acquisition for civilians and servicemen alike.
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Forood
Hna
Jer Hes
Hght
New York
Rationing Notes and Stamp Values for 1943 Goods
A compact record of wartime rationing details listing book stamps for meat cheese fruits vegetables coffee shoes and fuel. It outlines validity through August and September dates, regional differences in gasoline coupons and the value of oil period coupons for the new season, reflecting home canning and wartime shortages.
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Suly
East
Mussolini Prisoner? New government turmoil spreads
Reports from London indicate Italy’s fascist regime faces collapse as Badoglio’s war stance fails to hide a government in disarray. Mussolini’s removal signals broad repercussions for Germany and its satellites, with Berlin radio noting an emergency session of Spain’s cabinet.
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London
Badognio
Italy
Germany
Mussolini
Europe
Berlin
Auction fragment notes limited quantities and box counts
A fragmented notice lists small quantities and box counts with prices per unit. Mentions two boxes and a larger box, several sizes, and a few price figures though details are incomplete. No clear event or participants are identifiable.
Markets Report Mixes Egg Prices And Stock Fluctuations
New York egg market shows mixed receipts with first receivers paying different prices. Buffalo hogs rise with 360- to 190-lb ranges and varied cattle and dairy values noted. Pittsburgh produce, Virginia apples, and New Jersey potatoes steady. New York financial outlook worsens after Mussolini collapse as stocks dip and war news dominates.
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New York
Pittsburgh
Virginia Williams
Virginia
Virginia Cobblers
Maryland
New Jersey
Long Island
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L. J. Everett Corporation
Quo
Core
Jamestown
Massachiwsetts
Simmer
Dorey
Jerry W. Concard
Nuwust
Clarence Shoop
Penna
Dehyer
Seilor High
Colegrove
Sunlline
Clarence B
Pinder Renin
Herman Nichols
Sprimsburn
Wayne Sweet
Air Corps
P.O. Box
G. H. Myers
E. Ross
N. Stockton
Columbus
Stockton Brothers
B. Heffer
Yd. Corry
Center St
Wright St
Houselhold
Eisel
O' Doune
Hinman
Empire
Spencer's Cash Mills
Piwine
Tiwitire
East Fleasant St
W. Pleasant Steve
Washington
Allew N. Cohenaga
Dent
Purnace Heat
N. Center St
Stag
West Main St
Berliner
Last Pleasant Su
Sanaharw
Turin
Blue Eye
Sundburg
Gonn Bielak
Kai
John Deere
War Department
Pentagon
Mike Pullaing
Daily Dozen
Prom Metical Society of the State of Peanayriciing
Franklin Man
Charles B. Shaffer
Arlene Wolf
Delaur Grout
Echool
Hill
Miri Pie
Columbia University
Troye
Kellogg's
Parkerhouse
Wesell
Hans
Kalhi
Eteange Communiities
Coxvenient Way
Acquiral
Westcomers
Wwlin Yar Services
Eta Wytyeriiae
Jive Telephone Company
Ash
Pennsylvania Telephone Corporation
Buffalo Livestock
Buffalo NY
Fai
York
Valui
Anaconia
Bendix
Bethlehem Steel
D&o
Baty Burtiss
Wright
General Electric
Ceneral Motors
Kennecott
Aii
Montgomery Ward
National Biscuitry National
Northern Pacific
Paramount
Penney
Pan RR
Studebaker
Texas
Way
Westinghouse Electre de Woowarttr
Youngstown S&t
M Y
Curb Aero Supply
Oldes
Quinfesland
Aye Walia
Halldiey
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