China Wins A Noted Victory In Central China War
Chinese troops press a rallying victory at Taierchweng near the central railroad corridor. Chiang Kai Shek’s forces encircle and wipe out about six thousand Japanese, aided by new foreign artillery and planes. Guerrilla bands near Shanghai add to Japanese concerns as Moscow rejects Tokyo’s protest over arms to Chiang.
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Hankow
Japan
Taierchweng
Chiang Kai Shek
Hong Kong
Russia
Shanghai
Cherry Blossom Land
Moscow
Alfalfa Bequeaths and Personal Bequests Slide From School News
School page continues with a whimsical list of bequests among students and staff. Oscar Parsons leaves plans to Charles Butler for a blow to Henry Price, while Charlotte Butler passes claims to Marjorie Rue and Henry Price bequeaths a portrait to Lillian Johnson. Other transfers include jokes, makeup, a smoking garage corner, and various personal items among a long cast of names.
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Oscar Parsons
Charles Butler
Henry Price
Charlotte Butler
Marjorie Rue
Robert Moore
Lillian Johnson
Chester Leese
Thomas Lankford
Earl Krabill
Vernon Porter
Gretha Fountain
Malinda Allfather
Pauline DeFord
Grace Gelictly
Pauline Moore
Wilson’ Irwin
Edward Neal
Bryant “Cawley
Evelyn Adams
Elizabeth Frank
Elaine Greaves
Sherman Tribbitt
Kathryn Baker
Clyde Pentz
Harry Hubbard
Harold Allfather
Robert Taylor
John Faulkner
Hannah Detwiler
Bill Fearins
Marvin Butler
Helen
Major League Baseball Opens Season On Shore
The Major League season begins with the American League opening Monday April 18 with the President of the United States throwing out the first ball. Four games start the following day as all teams are in action. The International circuit starts games on Thursday the 21st. Spring training shows improvements and prospects look bright for the season.
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International
Baltimore
Orioles hire Hornsby as coach and Moss mystery revealed
The piece notes Rogers Hornsby joining the Baltimore Orioles as coach and occasional pinch hitter, praised as one of baseball's smartest minds. It confirms infielder Leo Moss of the Phillies as the mystery signing and recalls Hornsby's record batting averages, highlighting 1924's .424 mark. Local spring practice and intercounty softball begin, with schools and colleges starting seasons. the sports page promises return next week.
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Phillie
Hornsby
Rogers Hornsby
Baltimore
Bucky Crone
Orioles
Duffy
Boston
Keeler
Maryland
Orioles Iet
Merchants in The Journal Boastful Advertisers
Advertisers in The Journal may boast about their wares but merchants are the main sellers highlighted in the page. The column notes that while many advertise, merchants are the most vocal about offerings and promotions.
Change of Heart at Dentonia Theatre
A jealous husband and a golf obsessed wife spark a three cornered feud in Change of Heart at the Dentonia Theatre Saturday April 16. Judy Garland’s new screen debut and Everybody Sing run April 18 and 19. Paradise For Three screens April 20. The Bad Man of Brimstone starring Wallace Beery plays April 21 to 23.
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Judy Garland
Met- 10-Goldwyn-Mayer
Dentonia Theatre
New Dentonia
Washington
Brimstone
Wallace Berry
Beery
Alamo Shrine showcased in Heroes of the Alamo at Ridgely Theatre
The sacred Alamo, linked to Texas liberty and Santa Anna's defeat, is highlighted in Columbia's Heroes of the Alamo at Ridgely Theatre on April 15 and 16. Also on April 18 Joe E Brown stars in Wide Open Faces, with pirates adding drama in Naughty Marietta on April 19 and 20.
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Liliberty
Lone Star
San Antonio
Santa Anna
Alamo
America
Columbia
Daniel Boone
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Marietta
Victor Herbert
Jeanette MacDonald
Nelson Eddy
Ridgely Theatre
Ants in Pantry: Delaware experts propose inexpensive bait
Delaware University entomology researchers describe a cheap arsenate of lead bait mixed with sugar water and honey to curb Pharoh's ant raids in homes and apartments. They advise placing bait in boxes to protect children and pets and recommend multiple small stations for better results.
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University of Delaware
Phatoh
Pharoh
John M. Amos
Pharoch
Amos
Wanted Agents for Iron Fireman Stokers and Burners
Territorial sales offer seeking agents to sell Iron Fireman stokers and oil burners with good commission. Apply at Pocahontas Coal Company in Salisbury Maryland. Dated 4 16 21.
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Pocahontas Coal Company
Salesman wanted for GE appliances in Denton Md
Commission position selling General Electric refrigerators radios laundry equipment and smaller appliances. No experience required. Must have a car. Real money potential for the right person. Reply Box 308 Denton Md.
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General Electric
Denton
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