WPA and PWA labor rules in Pennsylvania
Scott's Scrapbook summarizes WPA and PWA guidelines for relief labor in Pennsylvania. It explains registration with state or national employment services, requisition by district directors, and that WPA projects require zero relief-labor share while PWA coordination assesses project labor needs. It notes roughly 325,000 workers listed as most employable must be absorbed for WPA and PWA work.
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State Employment Service
National
Jose
Works Progress Administration
Public Works Administration
Public Works
WPA
PWA
WEA
PWIA
Pennsylvana
Real Estate Lending Boost Spreads Across U S Banks
Real estate credit trends gain momentum as Washington expands loan ratios for national banks and FHA rules. Banks may lend up to 60 percent of value, with 80 percent allowed under FHA for housing, boosting supply as housing shortages approach one million. Recovery appears broad but risks over speculation.
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Washington
United States
Federal Housing Administration
Sanctions and the League of Nations History
The text explains that sanctions in the League of Nations context mean economic and financial penalties or military actions to deter aggression. It notes that formal sanctions have never been adopted, though powers have informally acted to pressure aggressors, a practice often misunderstood by readers unfamiliar with the Covenant and Versailles creation.
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League of Nations
Italy
Ethiopia
League
Quarterly Taxes Plan Adopted in Hamilton Ont
Hamilton Ontario property owners will pay taxes quarterly instead of semi annually. The recommendation came from tax department heads who say collections will improve and the city will save by not waiting for payments. Some experts have suggested monthly collections elsewhere, but quarterly payments help taxpayers save and prepare.
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Hamilton
Ont
Lousg
Film editor saves Reliance about 900000 feet of film
Hollywood report credits Grant Whytock chief film editor at Reliance Pictures with slashing estimated nine hundred thousand feet from production by switching from director overshoot to active editing. Whytock cites savings from reducing repeated shots and tests, trimming footage, and cutting wasteful takes across scenes in Red Salute.
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Hollywood
Reliance Pictures
Grant Whytock
Reliance
Rex Ingram
Whytock
Barbara Stanley
Robert Young
Whytoc
Young
Stanwyck
Wve
Tanwyck
Tim
Resolution Demands Week Extension Face Looming Obstacle
Delegates backed a four week resolution amid loud cheers, but immediate success seems unlikely as postal and labor groups push for a 20 hour or 49 to 50 hour workweek. Organizations warn Congress may grant only gradual gains, while letters from workers describe calls for shorter hours and leisure time amid unsettled labor policy.
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National Association of Letters For Workers In General Agit
Twenty Years Ago From Journal Files September 21 1915
City commission last evening considered a proposal for a sewer on West Wayne Street from Frederick to Mound Street. Bids were ordered for a new dump truck. Contractor McElroy granted use of part of West Pleasant Street for a new Methodist parsonage. W N Sandburg to Findley to start a modern summer cottage. G Eugene Bentley, civil engineer from Jamestown, working on trolley line Columbus to Mayville. Williams Walker, Chicago, visiting his parents on route to University of Philadelphia. Mr and Mrs H H Greely return from Sherman. Mr and Mrs D M Jackson go to North East for some time. Workmen began grade for Clark Avenue, new road from Main Street east to Clark farm and old Spring Creek road.
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City Commission
West Wayne Street
Frederick
Mound Street
McElroy
West Pleasant Street
W. N. Sandburg
Findley
Harry Bright
Oil City
G. Eugene Bentley
Jamestown
Columbus
Mayville
Clark's Avenue
Abbott
Main Street
Clark Farm
Spring Creek
Zodiac Signals and Idaho Deaths Highlight July 1936
The page notes star forecasts for late July born individuals and upcoming favorable influences for November. It warns to guard against fires and temper from February 19 to 25, 1936. Idaho reports a record low self-inflicted deaths for July, with 918 deaths and three homicides plus 48 accidental deaths.
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Idaho
Boise
Ida
Capitol thefts spur warning over grand building heist
Washington reports rising risk to the Capitol and Supreme Court as thieves strip copper piping and a gold leaf rosette from the buildings. Officer Sinnott tracks culprits amid a string of recent losses, while a separate probate case in Mayville values Edwin D. Lines's estate at 200 dollars.
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Iy United Frese
Washington
Congress
Capitol
Supreme Court
House Chamber
Leon L. Lilly
Jill
Joe Sinnott
Sinnott
Vledr
Edwin D. Lines
Jamestown
Dourt
Mayville
Objectives of WPA explained for relief setup
The piece outlines WPA meaning Works Progress Administration established by President Roosevelt under the Emergency Relief Act. It details decentralization, project development, funding, and eligibility. It states that WPA aims to put employable relief recipients to work, replace direct relief, and fund public works with labor costs covered by federal funds while local governments supply materials.
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Mecana Works
Programs Administration
Roosevelt
Ananoad
WPA
State Emergency Relief Administration
Washington
fameWleu
Alty Coastalla
Pennsylvania State Assembly
WEA
Treasury
Conference Wil Oppose Sunday Movies In Armageddon Vote
The Allegheny Conference United Brethren Church urged members to vote against Sunday movies and Sunday parts in the November referendum. Meeting in Trafford for the church’s initial conference, the association unanimously adopted a resolution urging laymen to oppose the proposals.
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Vy Unweddress
Trafford
Aaymen’s Association of the Allegheny Conference
United Brethren Church
Huskless Oats Developed in London After 19 Years
Farmers inspected the new Huskless oats variety developed after nineteen years of research in London. The discovery may drive future agricultural advances and potential imports.
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London
Hurkness
Patou Dress Do-It-All Ensemble Unveiled in Paris
Paris styles reveal Jean Patou’s all occasion dress in brown wool with brown and plaid taffeta details, paired with a brown cavalary jacket and fur trim. A brown felt hat completes the outfit, while a burgundy velvet suit provides a formal afternoon option with a black satin jabot and high-neck blouse.
Bureau urges motorists to report address changes
Harrisburg September 21 motorists urged to notify the bureau of motor vehicles of any address changes in the past year. The revenue secretary said 1986 renewal forms are being prepared and changes must be filed before mailing. Over 100000 applications were returned in 1924 causing extra expense and delay. Notices are being distributed to postmasters oil companies dealers and motor clubs.
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Harrisburg
Bureau of Motor Vehicles
Harry
Galadner
Secretary of Revenue
Tony
Department of Revenue
Commonwealth
Fosters
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Scott
Fyceden
Kangae
Wien
Scorr Hs
Journal
D. M. Jackson
North East
We W.P.A
Paris
ARIS
Jean Patou
Bureau
Frank C. Chapin & Sons
North Center Street
Cory
Penn's
Lois Cummings
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