Thanksgiving Proclamation by Governor in 1985
The text proclaims Thursday, November 28, 1985 as a Day of Thanksgiving and Prayer in Pennsylvania. It honors divine Providence for recovery from economic distress, peace with nations, relief for victims of economic turmoil, and renewed employment and security for workers. Governor George H. Harle designates the observance.
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George H. Earle
Republic
Hllice
George H. Harle
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Commonwealth Asia
Bank Saved: FDIC Steps In To Restore Faith In Bank
The Wilbur Trust Company of Bethlehem, Pa., closed on November 11 with deposits totaling 4.5 million dollars and reopened November 20 as Union Bank and Trust Company. Depositors remained secure as the FDIC and RFC shifted slow assets into the new bank, which began with 430 thousand dollars in paid capital and 850 thousand dollars in RFC stock. Confidence returns as normal operations resume and deposits stabilize, underscoring faith in banks and broader business recovery.
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Wilbur Trust Company
Bethchem
Union Banke & Trust Company
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
REC
FDIC
RFC
World Recovery and Markets Rise Amid Mixed Signals
Global prices and security indices show gains with domestic recovery tracking world improvement. Britain reports encouraging profits as American slump lags, while world capital continues a cautious upswing. The piece notes general economic momentum, risks from potential war, and lingering volatility. A separate note mentions a mechanical cotton picker near Litchfield Arena testing in the Rust Veetiers region.
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Great Britain
N.w
Mechanical cotton picker sparks employment concerns and hope
The machine, described as wadding and ungainly, picks 600 pounds of cotton quickly, costing far less than hand labor. It could replace two million southern field hands, easing long term social gains but causing near term hardship and unemployment as workers adjust. The piece urges planning for rapid readjustment while acknowledging innovation was inevitable.
Patou mid season collection features buttons and bold georgette
Paris fashion by Mary Knight describes Jean Patou's mid season line with abundant satin like buttons on dresses all becoming trailing georgette and crystal accents. Grecian drapery is simplified for practicality while trapeze shapes and tailored cocktail suits appear. The painterly georgette fabrics and floral prints cap an evening gown emphasis and a vivid color palette dominates the collection.
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Paris
Jean Patou
Georgette
Patou
Sun day pictures to be shown at Library Theatre this Sunday
In a Twenty Years Ago item from November 27 1915 it notes Sunday moving pictures will be shown at the Library theatre. Rumors said Lyric and Amuse U theatres would open tomorrow with matinee and evening shows, but no official announcements had been made. A Central Charity board meeting elected officers Harry B Smith as chairman Blaine Kincaid vice chairman Mrs Thomas Giblin treasurer and Mrs G N Roberts secretary. Father George Kranta of St Elizabeths Church will end his local parish services tomorrow before reporting to Philadelphia navy yards for chaplain duty with the Atlantic Reserve Fleet. Mrs W H Speck is at Erie for the day, Mrs John Miles of Hast Smith street went to Erie, and Henry Bouiiresu has left for New York City for a new position.
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Library Theatre
Lyric
Amuse U
Central Charity Board
Harry B. Smith
Blaine Kincaid
Thomas Giblin
G. N. Roberts
Father George Kranta
St. Elizabeth's Church
Father Krantz
Philadelphia Navy Yards
Atlantic Reserve Feet
Star Signals November 29 Horoscope Notes
Star signals show most favored clients Litose torn from Deo. 24 and 20. General day indications favor Morning Adverse, Afternoon Good, Evening Good. Early evening slightly precipitate. December 1985 births feature notable journalists and writers. December 1985 appears fortunate. Financial conditions may improve. a profitable trip possible. Exercise caution for health in May 1996. Danger May 19 through 25, 1946. Relatively favorable January 7 through 10, 1986.
Nine Hollywood switchboard operators spill studio stars
In Hollywood nine quiet female switchboard operators reveal stars' real temperaments and habits. Mabel Bauman, chief operator at Paramount for 18 years, notes Carole Lombard's courteous voice, Gary Cooper's steadiness, Marlene Dietrich's politeness, and Bing Crosby's jovial jokes as they connect calls around the lot.
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Hollywood
Calif
Mabel Bauman
Atearamount
Gary
Mas West
Kondike Lou
Mae
New York
Carl
Brisson
Homie
Los Angeles
Marlene Dietpieh
Miss Bauman
Bing Crosby
Bing
Slayer Starts Serving Team Slayer Starts Serving Team
Fred De Philippi of Kyler's Corners was found guilty of second degree murder after a hearing before Judge Bath and associates. He was sentenced to 8 years to 20 years at the Western Penitentiary, beginning Friday, for killing Macias.
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Ridgway
Fred de Philippi
Kyler's Corners
H. Bath
B. G Kime
Lyle G. Hail
Elke County
Macias
de- Philipp
Western Penitentiary
Toa, Hobisoi
Sir Marys
Aberitt
Dikrowmty
Josepp Sters
Rickway
State Policgmen
Have you a house to all Br ah Plassifiedad
Br ah Plassified ad fragment appears to ask about housing or shelter assistance. The readable text is fragmentary with no clear event or identifiable entities beyond the unusual phrasing.
Ohio Voters Split Over New Deal As 1936 Looms
In Ohio the laboring classes swing between support and doubt about FDR and the New Deal. Union men report relief wages and NRA issues, with WPA funding under scrutiny as Ohio politics focus on Governor Davey and potential Republican rivals. Local labor leaders blame lack of enforcement and discuss NRA shortcomings and relief costs.
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Ohio
Mitch
Roosevelt
George de Nucy
East Chestnut Street
New Deal
Jow Works
de Nacy
NRA
Washington
Hugh Johnson
Donald R. Richvers
Ohio Federation
Sen
Hoover
Mr. Roosevelt
Senator Borah
Frank Knox
Chicago
Alf Landon
Kansas
William
Borah
Rooseveit
Ohio State University
Davey
Ofug
Columbus
Washington High Command
Ditch Davey
Coifeidence Trust
Abel Davey
Tree Surgery Corporation
Raymond /Moley
Dubbes Davey
Joe Pulooka
Political Parade Insights From New England Travels
Lyle G. Wilson reports on political sentiment across New England towns during a 1000 mile rail and bus tour. Governors like Tal Madge back the New Deal while Brain of Maine shows mixed support. relief and taxes shape voting tendencies, with wealthy and hotel spenders signaling limited luxury bets. Local businessmen and Grange members describe evolving attitudes toward Roosevelt and relief programs.
Roosevelt foes and New Deal splits across the nation
The text notes Massachusetts Governor Curley clashing with New Deal supporters at the Chicago convention, Roosevelt’s influence wavering among several Senate members, and regional differences as the New Deal faces mixed reception from Democrats nationwide, with stronger support west of the Mississippi. It mentions Gov Martin L. Davey and Hopkins, and cites discontent among many party factions.
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Massachusetts
Janes’ Curley
Gurley
Roosevelt
Bay State
Democratic Organizion
AT Smith
Curley
C&me
Porto Rico
Poland
United States Senate
Mississippi River
New Deal
State Worker William Cameron Retires After 28 Years
Harrisburg dispatch notes Wellsboro resident William Cameron retires after 28 years in state service. As chief of the bureau of disbursements in the auditor general's department, he began as highway inspector in 1907 and later served as assistant executive controller in 1917 and 1918. A family mention references Péter G. Cameron’s historic banking tenure.
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Harrisburg
William
Cameron
Wellsboro
Highway Department
Auditor General's Department
Péter G. Cameron
Banlking
William D. Gordon
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