Fish Fry Delivers Verdicts In South Carolina Case
Dorchester County Court at St George’s recessed for a fish fry after a hung jury in a $850,000 damages suit against a railroad. Jurors later returned verdicts totaling $3,750 as plaintiffs’ lawyer had organized the meal to spur deliberation. The event delayed the case for a day, ending a long settlement dispute.
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Jay Franklin ST
Orangeburghal
Colt
Fia
Phen
Eusto River
Counser
Thedge
Tefarmat
Corporation
Register and Trine Syndicate
Unclear fragmentary science debate hints at future energy claims
The text presents a fragmented discussion on materials and hydrogen fuel ideas, mentioning experts from the University of Chicago and speculative claims about propulsion. It references burning materials, gas ranges, and atomic manipulation as means to produce heat or power, with uncertain context and garbled phrasing.
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de Wiliam
University of Chicago
Pennsylvania Teacher Tenure Act Gains in State
The article notes a major Pennsylvania victory for teachers as the tenure act protects contracts and permanence. It discusses benefits for teaching staff, potential hard taxes for districts, and calls the law a step toward stable, skilled educators while acknowledging concerns over taxpayer costs.
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Pennsylvania
Batas
Lewes
Wellun
Warkut
Landcuits School
Wewehjup
Twenty Years Ago From the Journal May 4 1917
Local interest items note organization of a new American Red Cross chapter with WC Murray as temporary chair and Mrs Laurence Taveland as secretary. Decorator Barnett of Newtown arrives to assist with May party preparations. Bank officials report deposits near 200000 and show plans for a city event on May 20. Local representations for Saxon can arrive, Jamestown funeral attendance for Mrs Burkley, and William Jones travels for business in Jamestown.
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The
America Redross
Murray
Wan
Larence
Barnett
Espert Decorator
Mestown
Nacional Bank
Japrett
Advance Representas
Uhre
Lis
ORDERLY INDUSTRY AND COAL PRICING DEBATE
The piece discusses a proposed Gulfey-Wingem bill aiming to regulate the coal industry with price controls, taxes for administration, and commissions to stabilize profits. It cites support from Stan a comsyitional and opposition notes including Jon L. Lewis and John F. Carson, while noting divisions over feasibility and impact. It closes with a wry remark on divorce courts reflecting on marriages to geniuses.
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Senate
Jon L. Lewis
ATW
John F. Carson
Department of the Interior
Busy Freighters Surge In Ocean Traffic On High Rates
Ocean freight traffic remains busy with Massenger and peer lines expanding toward a record level since 1020. Freight rates rise as ships run full with steel scrap and fertilizer dominating cargoes. Some steamship firms suspend cargoes to protect profitability while bidding for space stays high and volatile.
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Beraparby
Fiyte
Holding companies and railroad finance prompt hearing demand
A fragmentary report notes a committee inquiry into railroad finance and a Fenestration sale of securities tied to the Van Sweringen railway system. The speaker urges a full hearing and details from the holding company era, criticizing vast property control and economic influence. A separate item mentions a 141 year old grandfather clock ticking near Canton in a home.
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Pi Monlama
Shaitmian
Ehmmulter
Fecenit
Cher
van Sweringen
Canton
D. Mt
Lubitsch Genius and Double-Entendres Split the Screen
Hollywood Ulm Shop reports on Ernst Lubitsch as a master of suggestion in film. The piece blends praise and satire noting his “touch” and the cleverness of his dialogues. It contrasts Dietrich stardom with Lubitsch’s style and hints at his influence on cinema.
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Hollywood
Ernst Laibitsch
Swith
Lubitsch
Vivian Gaye
Paramounts
Matleth Dietrichy
Genliss
Murlené
Miurler
Hollywoon
la Lubitsen
Gubitsch
Kart
Ernst
Gmiscu
Howe
Etiquette hints for dinners and guest behavior
The text offers tips on hosting dinners with attention to meal etiquette and guest actions. It emphasizes careful guest handling, proper conduct at the table, and observing polite norms to ensure a smooth dining experience.
Horoscope for Sunday Persons Born Under SHY Sign
Sunday horoscope notes that many born under SHY become writers or contributors. Mentions Arthur Capper and political hints, with a playful, terse tone about personality and fate.
Cable Wire Fatality Shocks Combesville Pa
A man named Grouse was killed in Combesville when a high tension electric wire struck him as he crossed the railroad yard. Investigation by the game office notes the deadly accident occurred during routine work near the tracks. No further details on witnesses or charges are provided.
Law of diminishing returns in taxation explained
Charles P. Stewart argues that taxes, like coffee tariffs, attract more revenue at first but diminish as rates rise. He notes imports fall as costs rise, reducing overall collections. He cites income tax as another example where higher rates reduce effort and output, backing the law's broad applicability.
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Charles P. Stewart
Central Press
Golumnist
Washington
United States
Holt
Pa Liquor Taxes Netted Over Sixteen Million In Two Years
In Harrisburg May 4 Pennsylvania Secretary of Revenue Joan B Kelly reports that malt and hard liquor taxes collected in March totaled 458 068 35. The cumulative two year receipts through March 21 reached 16 278 671 59 with March tax breakdowns including malt beverage 451 268 20 distilled spirits 1 988 51 rectified spirits 720 09 and wines 118 50.
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Harisesunit
Joan B
Kelly Today
Paris styles faris spring embroidery on new costumes
The article outlines May 1 fashion designs featuring embroidered bird motifs on spring and summer outfits. It describes black tailored suits with gold embroidery, a round bird cage motif, and matching accessories, plus a gray beige shift, capes, gloves, and yellow wool ensembles with extensive braid and silk embroidery.
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Yeim
Fragmented historical notes on records and governance
Fragmentary text cites extreme temperature records in Yellowstone on Feb 9, 1933 and Siberian lows, a Sofia decree on voting age for women and children, film production totals, price indexes, Grover Cleveland’s White House marriage, paternal tax exemptions, and counts of wolf species. The passage is disjointed with many garbled terms.
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United States
Yellowstone National Park
Siberia
Vandals Move Markers From Local Cemeteries, Investigated
Reported vandalism in Eugene shows tombstones and metal markers displaced near a pergola. Authorities suspect intent to relocate markers from nearby cemeteries as part of the incident.
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Eugene, Ore
Ugens Restcente
Une Cilytn Scente
Pergola
Vaduatlam
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