Terrible disaster floods western Pennsylvania hit hard
Corry Evening Journal reports devastating flooding across Western Pennsylvania from the main rivers and tributaries. Hundreds of millions in property damage, thousands homeless, and a looming death toll. Governor Earle orders mobilization and Red Cross relief, with National Guard patrols and curtailments of normal services as communities rally.
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Territorial Security and Australias Colonial Stakes
A fragmented dispatch argues about territorial security after 1914, noting Germany’s rebounding ambitions and rival powers clinging to possessions. It highlights Australia’s population and vast land, with the Australian prime minister stressing that ceding any territory under current conditions is inconceivable, and New Guinea remains under Australian control.
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Britain and France Demand German Colonies in Name of Security
The article notes that Britain, France, and others seek their share of former German colonies under the League of Nations guardianship, arguing it is necessary for security. It warns this stance fuels German grievances and militancy, risking a broader conflict.
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Buying Power and Depression Risks for Labor
The American Federation of Labor survey warns that rising production without buying power risks a new downturn. It notes profits rose 11 percent in late 1935 among 120 large firms, enabling wage gains yet hours wages fell one percent from July to December. Labor statisticians may alarm, but trends signal caution for capital.
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Recovery Expenditures Compared Government and Private Spending
Government spending on recovery totaled 312.0 billion dollars from 1980 to 1984, while private business contributed about 26.6 billion. Col. Leonard C. Ayres notes the government funds largely funded cash-poor recipients, whereas corporate payouts came from profits to more affluent holders. Both aided easing the downturn.
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Plan Comic Opera in City in May at Meet
Plans call for a comic opera to be staged in the city in May. A joint meeting of Ye Achill Eiudational program drama and music classes, led by Thomas Hobbs and Lance Kepper, will be held at the senior high school. Participants who worked on Pirates of Penzance are invited to attend.
Actress Virginia Brice Sees No Conflict Between Career and Motherhood
Hollywood interview quotes Virginia Brice, widow of John Gilbert and mother of his second child, arguing that women can balance career and family. She cites personal success after divorce, notes women have wide opportunities, and recalls her last film role in the Garden Murder Case.
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Star Signals March 20 Horoscope Mixed Influences
Predictions flag ages from January 20 to February 19 and caution against overexpansion in business or personal affairs. Notes morning very good afternoon fairly good evening adverse and urges care with spending and rash actions spanning dates 1935 to 1986.
New Spring Suits Stand Out In Gray and Plaid Styles
Paris fashion notes describe a spring suit with a fish gray wool skirt, blue plaid coat with wide lapels, black silk blouse, and black straw sailor hat. A second two piece green ensemble features a tailored jacket, straight skirt, plaid wool coat, green felt hat, and coordinated scarf. Also noted is a sheer white whipcord dress with linen trim and a white straw hat.
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Books in review Caesar and Nijinsky biogs reviewed
A pair of book reviews surveys Caesar biography by Phyllis Bentley and Fletcher Pratt and contrasts with Hull, Caesar, plus Anatole Bourgan’s Nijinsky life. Bentley’sCaesar portrays liberty’s death and republican decline. Pratt’s Caesar is a conqueror who avoided professional soldierhood. Nijinsky profiles the famed dancer amid anecdotes and stage technique, appealing to ballet fans though light on depth.
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Favorites and other new novels reviewed in brief
A roundup reviews several new books including Kathleen Pawle-Albernian’s Favorites Wain Captivity and Brédnor Green’s The Hil. George Santayana’s Fifteen Essays and Santayana’s Some Meanings of the World are noted. Rose Stein’s M Day, with war plans, is summarized. Antony, a Seribnes title, is mentioned as a late obituary-like note.
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