Sparta Community Fair Opens With Record Exhibits
Sparta community fair schedules Thursday through Saturday with top farm produce and livestock displays and an extensive entertainment program. Entries are due soon and judging will occur Thursday evening except livestock. Friday features grade contests, a baseball game, supper, a community play, and a cast including Archibald Darby and Leon. Saturday showcases a white elephant sale, ox roast, parade, and a dance, with booster badges sold to support fair expenses. Harvey Spencer narrowly escaped a cave-in, saved by fellow workers.
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Spartansburg
Sparta
M. E. Church
Leon
Grange Hall
Archibald Darby
Neil Felend
Maxine Kipney
Carolyn Burton
Ann Cushman
Carolyn
Jamison
Colonel Bryan
Dorothy Riley
Claude Stokes
Guisappe
Vernal Torrey
Clifford Miller
Babe
Margaret Garnett
Nellie
Mary Dooher
Directiss
Leora Stranahan
Indesys
Chapmanville
Governor's dog barred from elevator carries on ride
Philadelphia dispatch says Governor Balewan with his dog Squeak faced rules at a downtown building. An elevator operator refused a dog in the passenger lift, forcing the governor to use a freight elevator after a brief back and forth. The incident ends with the governor and Squeak getting a ride.
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United Press
Philadelphta
George B. Balewan
Philadelphia
Billings
Manchester
Servier
Gorry
Sory
Earle
Kitts Calls Off Erie City Rally Citing Conflicts
Miles B. Kitts, candidate for Erie County judge, asked supporters to note a city meeting was canceled due to conflicting engagements in Erie and elsewhere. He had arranged a rally at the State Armory but said other obligations prevented staging it this term and hoped to visit later in the week. He also denounces a last minute whispering campaign alleging health rumors and other circulated reports about his fitness for office.
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Miles B. Kitts
The
Journal
Erie
Udge
Erie County
Grange Leader Voices Opposition to Constitutional Revision
Harrisburg reports J A Boak master of the Pennsylvania Grange challenged proposed state constitution revision in a letter to members. He urges voting no in the September primary referendum and cautions against calling a constitutional convention, reaffirming opposition to rewriting the basic law.
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United House
Harrisburg
J. A. Boak
New Castle
Pennsylvania Grange
Hollywood Romance Swaps Stir Muggy City Scene
Marlene Dietrich and John Gilbert, both prominent film stars, have been linked by a high profile romance as reports claim their real life ties led to a publicized pairing. Gilbert recently divorced from Virginia Bruce, while Dietrich’s marital status is noted amid the Hollywood shuffle.
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Marléne Dietrich
John Gilbert
Hollywood
Bur Ualyh Lieber
Miss Dietrich
Bereen
Rujjertet
Gilbert
Virginia Bruce
Marlene
Stepmother Ada Schueler Photographed Uncovered in Murder Case
Ada Schueler former nurse pictured in Stamford Connecticut charged with the murder of her nine year old stepdaughter Marilyn Schueler who died after an alleged beating. Oscar J Scheler father retained counsel to defend his wife. Prosecutor Brennan said Schueler admitted to kicking and beating the girl in a moment of anger over slow eating.
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Ada Schueler
Stamford
Conn
Marlyn
Oscar J. Scheler
Faher
E. Gaynor Brennan
Suit Over Life Payment Against Chicago Grocer
Louise Hagan sues wealthy Chicago broker James MacVeagh for 2500 due under a life payment contract. The 47 year old New York artist and the son of former Treasury Secretary Franklin MacVeagh testified in Chicago municipal court that he paid 875000 over 23 years. The grocer was alleged to be the father of a child born to Hagan in 1914.
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Louise Hagan
Bames MacVeagh
Chicago
New York
Chicagoan
Franklin MacVeagh
Treasury
Taft
Miss Hagan
Frost Night Leaves Light Crop Damage Across Valleys
A heavy frost touched low-lying areas sparing most gardens and crops, with temperatures around the high 90s Fahrenheit in one place and freezing nearby. Forecasters expect warmer conditions tonight, signaling a quick recovery after the chilly morning.
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Branch Bank Applications Before Board
United Press reports Harrisburg September 11 meeting of the new state banking board opened with applications to establish branch banks and discussions on setting minimum deposit rates. Eight bankers and Dr Luther D Harr, secretary of bank nS, ex officio chairman, will organize and plan future deliberations. The board can remove any officer found guilty of illegal banking practices, a power claimed as unique to Pennsylvania.
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Hong
Ya Sound
Penmmzylvania Board
Dr. Hare
Democrats to Hold Meeting at North East
A North East Democratic meeting is set for September at 8. Speakers include district officials and state figures. The agenda covers revision of the State Constitution, with several speakers expected to address fiscal and governance concerns. The Baston Erie County Democratic Booster Club, led by Arthur Palmhurst, plans to discuss party issues and policy directions.
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Witus Hedyauiva
Pile
Roswlter
Bev. Gharies
J. Distlon
Owen Burns
Nave Kerk
Witagerall
Uke
Billy Workman's Compensation Board
Ollock
Baston Erie County
Democratic Booster Club
Arthur Palmurst
Harborcreek
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