Books in Review: British novels and a mountain tale
A critique of modern British women’s fiction focusing on adultery and despair in Rosamond Lehmann and Alec Brown, noting a blunt verdict on trivial modernity. It also reviews Charles Bravant’s life and Lazarus-like endurance, praising craft in monumental realism. Hubert Skidmore’s I Will Lift Up Mine Eyes is hailed for its mountaineer saga and pioneer spirit.
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London
Alec Brown
Albion
Rosamond Lehmann
Rosamond
Reynal & Hitchcock
Blue Ridge Mountains
Doubleday Doran
Hubert Skidmore
Avery Hopwood
Jule. Hopwood
Skidmore
Man Cutlip
Boom and idleness in the Mahoning Valley steels
The Mahoning Valley between Pittsburgh and Cleveland shows a boom with higher payrolls at Yothestown sheet and Tube Canis, yet labor shortages persist. Warren and Niles towns grow, skilled mill workers scarce, while thousands remain unemployed. despite rising production, the industrial system seems out of joint and common labor remains ill suited to modern mills.
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Mahoning ‘Valley
Pittsburgh
Cleveland
Warren and Niles Tt
Japs Move On in Northern China and Mongolia
The article describes Japan expanding into northern China and Inner Mongolia, using a strategy of provoking native protests then moving in to suppress them and appoint puppet governors. It notes Mongol ambition, old Chinese realms, and growing tension with Russia as world events loom.
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China
Japan
Tokina
Inner Mongolia
Cina
Genghis Khan
Kubiat Kan
Manchuria
Outer Mongolia
Sibéria
Russia
Worldeiii
BUG WAR: Insects Survive Winter Threaten Crops
The Bureau of Entomology reports most crop-destroying insects survived last winter’s cold. Chinch bugs and Japanese beetles remain, while Mormon crickets and wire worms are unusually abundant in some areas. Aphids and moths are active. strengthening control is needed to protect orchards and fields.
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Bureau of Entomology and Plant
Qvarantine
Pacific Northwest
Gardena
Income gains reported for first four months of 1935
A government economics bulletin shows total income rising to 2 017 001 000 for the first four months of 1935, with notable boosts in market lines and rents. The report notes government rent surges and broader economic expansion indicators.
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Farner
Burcaya Agelenitavat Economics
Markelines Hp Ser
Hollywood Directors Clash Over Glamour and Duty
Hollywood director Irving Cummings denounces glamour as overused by peers while praising stars and focus on dramatic craft. He cites Cecil DeMille as a showman and criticizes press courting by Frank Lloyd and Von Sternberg. The piece contrasts directors’ public image with the goal of staying in the background and shaping performances. A separate note from Wilkes-Barre describes prisoners repairing a woodpile instead of serving time on a rockpile, using axes and saws to work off fines.
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Hollywood
Irving Cummings
Recordi Ag
Cecil R. DeMille
von Sternberg
Frank Lloyd
Wilkes-Barre
Government spending trends and future payments detailed
The report compares payments totaling 1.749 billion dollars from 1939 and 221 million from rentals to 1980 projections. Governmental outlays for the remainder of 198q are expected to exceed current receipts, with enforcement and aid measures noted. The document references Warhlier and authorities, highlighting ongoing financial support and tax considerations.
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Mar Yelings
Bis
Twenty Years Ago Journal Notes June 6 1916 Highlights
A Brlifan Wholesale Merchants Association delegation arrives in the city at 5 45 AM on June 12 for a brief visit with Corry arms. Phillips, son of Mr and Mrs A B Ragan, hosts eighteen children for his fourth birthday party. Climax Locomotive unloads a new steam hammer to expand the shop. Miss Koch returns to New York City after trimming with Unc Arnoll Millinery. Mr and Mrs Walter Tollis depart for Erie to receive a new car. Mr and Mrs C B Northrop plan a Warren day to shoot at Northrop's case. Local Maccabees discuss Libretion of a lodge home. trustees go to Pittsburgh to inspect a new home there.
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Brlfain Wholesale Merchants Association
Corry Arms
E.’ Weay
J, WN
Marks
Leonard McEiray
Pittsburgh
Star Signals in Dune 8 Horoscope Fragment
A damaged horoscope fragment predicts planetary vibrations for Hodoy and Hodoy’s observers. It notes morning doubtfulness and afternoon fair conditions with overall favorable parts, predicts a secretive, occult student persona for today’s birthdate, and warns against treachery and overstepping.
Vera Bora Summer Collection Pushes Cotton Wear
Paris June 6 Vera Bora presents a midsummer collection of coal washable cottons for all occasions. Linen and velvet blends appear in tailored two piece suits and beach outfits with short bolero jackets. Colorful plaids and nevy blues highlight understated yet chic ensembles for day to evening.
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Paris
Vera Borea
Rayna
Les
Toulay
One-Minute Test and Horoscopes Summary
Answers include June for the longest day and December for the shortest. Basic metal identified. Definition of taxi in aviation. Etiquette notes on seating, plus a Spartan creed quote. Horoscopes describe forceful, justice-seeking personalities and compassionate, introspective Sunday believers. A rugged portrait of mountain folk is included.
Allentown Historic Sites Prominent to Motorists
Pennsylvania Scenic and Historical Commission highlights Allentown landmarks. Jon informed Church on Hamilton Street recalls the Liberty Bell’s concealed post revolutionary journey. Trout Hall at Deibirth and Walnut, built in 1770 by James Allen, houses the Lehigh County Historical Society. Rhoads House at 197 North Seventh Street is Allentown’s oldest residence, dating to 1762. The Lost-and-Found Creek near Arch Spring and Lostandus Gorge near Sinking Valley feature cave and canyon mysteries with sporadic water crossings and natural arches along Route 971.
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Allentown
Jon
Church
Hamilton Street
Philadelphia
Trout Hall
Deubth
Walnut Streets
James Allen
William Allen
Lehigh County
Rhoads
North Sevends Street
Allentows
Butt
Sinking Valley
Arch Spring
Altoona
Old Dobbin Remembered in City Foundry Note
Fragmentary local notice recalls Old Dobbin, a horse forge founder, with unclear details. The terse text mentions a city monument and a brick foundry for horses, but many words are garbled leaving the core event ambiguous and unnamed.
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Dobbin
Bhiner
Gli Dobbin
Census Reveals Shift in Singapore Cosmopolitan Life
A census in Singapore shows evolving urban life as resident patterns and social dynamics reframe the city’s cosmopolitan identity. Researchers note changing demographics and cultural integration amid ongoing urban development.
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Uncle Tom
S Cabin
Louis Zara
Bobbs-Merrill
Charles Brafant
Scott
By Rj, Scott
Frank Kulish
Uni
Sera
Hollywood Film Shop
Stunrs
Snall
Summings
Simone Simon
Herbert
Marshall
Ruth Chatterton Stald
Journal
Climax Locomotive Company
Oday
Ney
Koch
Unc ‘Arnoll
New York City
Walter Tollis
Erie
Ells
Condra’s Pharmacy
Lowell
Pennsylvania
Singapore
Thaly
Riversides
Montgomery Ward
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