Planning and Control of Public Works findings
The President's Conference on Unemployment committee reports that expediting planned public works, not creating new projects, is key to stabilizing employment during recession. The study, led by Leo Wolman and backed by Hoover’s suggestion, notes $3.5 billion annual public construction, 900,000 workers, and roads as the largest item with state and local spending prioritizing transportation, schools, and water systems.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hoover
National Bureau of Economic Research of
New York
Department of Commerce
Leo Wolman
Research Bureau
National Bureau
Arch’ W. Shaw
Owen D. Young
John J. Raskob
William Green
American Federation of Labor
Renick W. Dunlap
Agriculture
John S. Lawrence
Max Mason
Eugene Meyer
Adolph C. Miller
George McFadden
Lewis E. Pierson
Julius Klein
Commerce
Louis J. Taber
National Grange
Daniel Willard
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
Clarence M. Woolley
Edward Eyre Hunt
Quote on shooting and afterlife bravado in old newspaper
A concise aphorism reflects on earthly marksmanship and the hope of missing when judged in the afterlife, suggesting a cautious view of virtue and fate through a historical lens.
Man’s bigamy trouble spans two marriages
A man faces complications from two marriages while others urged caution over taking a second wife. Reports note the social and legal tensions surrounding polygamy and arranged unions, highlighting how some pursue multiple spouses while others warn of risks.
Midsummer Bargains Spur Seasonal Fashion Sales
The midsummer shopping season brings final reviews of summer wardrobes and hints of fall styles. Merchants cut profits to move summer stock while new coats dresses hats and accessories arrive. Buyers replenish personal needs at low midsummer prices with discounts on men’s wear and other apparel, signaling a yearly opportunity advertised as an exciting shopping adventure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sumer
Advertising as a force in building business and loyalty
The piece extols continuous advertising as the most effective, creating desire, friendly sentiment, and trust in quality. It argues it increases turnover, reduces sales resistance, and yields satisfied customers. It warns that only continuous advertisers survive competition while nonbelievers fall behind local rivals and door-to-door sellers.
Sunshine and outdoor life for Scouts and Camp Fire girls
The piece extols the outdoors for Boy Scouts and Camp Fire girls, noting sunshine fosters health, character, and camaraderie. It links open-air experiences to lifelong growth, efficiency, and youthfulness, claiming sunlit fields and forests inspire new resolve and social bonds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boy Scouts
Undue centralization worries Minnesota governor
Governor Christianson condemns federal overreach and red tape as a menace to states. He criticizes Washington commissions regulating commerce and industry and warns that petty rules burden business without public benefit, risking waste and corruption.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christianson
Minnesota
Washington
Treaty between Turkey and Greece settles status of Constantinople Greeks
An important treaty signed on June 10 between Turkey and Greece clarifies the status of about 20,000 Greeks in Constantinople. They had been treated as aliens with no legal status and no papers. Under the new arrangements they are considered residents, improving relations between the two nations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Turkey
Greece
Constantinople
Iceland Celebrates Althing Centenary and Norse Heritage
Iceland marks the 1000th anniversary of the Althing, with King Christian of Denmark attending and US delegates among those present. Iceland’s path to independence began in earlier centuries, evolving from Norse origins to home rule and a sturdy, peaceful people.
Twentieth Century Club Demo Ends With Angel Food Cake
The Twentieth Century Community Club met at Mrs. Archie Spies home on June 25 to a demonstration led by Miss Mayme Simmons and Miss Bertha Blades. An angel food cake was praised as delicious and served with refreshments. Reports from the short course attendees were enjoyable. The next meeting is July 7 at Mr. and Mrs. O. C. Blades home. Orphans Court Proceedings in Caroline county approved several actions. The will of Phoebe M. Neal was filed for probate. Edward E. Nuttle filed inventory and an order to sell personal estate. First and final accounts for Michael A. Todd and Alfred C. Bilbrough estates were approved. Minor funds proceedings were ordered. It is better that a community meeting break up in a fight than adjourn without accomplishing anything.
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J. Fred Trice
Two Johns
Denton
Ocean City
Rehoboth
Main Street
Jennie Griffin
Enns
O'Day
Easton
Del
Brayton
T. L. Frampton
West Denton
Walter Swinney
Goatee
James Davis
Wilhelmina Richardson
Richardson
William Webb Richardson
Choptank River
Chesapeake Bay
Lucy B. Griffith
Atlantic City
J. Frank Ledman
Walter M. Wright
Alexander Noble
Elbert Douglass
W. J. Wright
Harry Wright
Mesdames Christopher
Cortelyou
McCarter
Dennis
Henry
Carmine
Patton
Fooks
Lednum
Kelly
Blades
National Educational Association
Asbury Park
D. M. Dibble
T. Pliny Fisher
Ella George
Lizzie Clark
Baltimore
M. EB. Parsonage
Burrsville
Edward R. Melvin
Sarah S. Pritchett
J. K. Underhill
Mary DeFord
Coleraine
N. C
J. J. Beasley
Marcus H. Smith
Tuckahoe Neck
William T. Downes
Nachlutoches
Annie Lewis
Harrington
Caroline
Ridgely Fost
Lafayettes
Alf George
The
Twentieth Century Community Club
Archie Spies
Spafford
Mayme Simmons
Bertha Blades
O. C. Blades
Orphans’ Court
Caroline County
West
Harper and Shawn
Phoebe M. Neal
Edward E. Nuttle
Amos L. Fishell
Michael A. Todd
Ada Bilbrough
Alfred C. Bilbrough
Slats Diary Confessional Notes From Ross Farquar
Slats records a week of childish misadventures and family mishaps told in a rambling diary style. He recounts games with friends, a dinner mishap at Blisterses, an remark about a muffin and a kiss, plus Sunday tensions with Aunt Emmy and a Harmonika scene at Jane's house.
Atwater Kent Radio Hour Sums DeKoven Works For July Concert
The Atwater Kent Concert Orchestra directed by Josef Pasternack will broadcast on July 6 with Wilfred Glenn singing in a program devoted entirely to Reginald de Koven. Selections include Crusaders March, Turnkey Song, Excerpts from The Fencing Master, Farewell to the King’s Highway, Oh Promise Me arranged by Pasternack, and Excerpts from Robin Hood featuring The Armorer’s Song and Crown October Ale with Mr. Glenn and the orchestra.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atwater Kent
Atwater Kent Concert Orchestra
Josef Pasternack
Wilfred Glenn
Revellers Quartet
Reginald de Koven
de Koven
Connecticut
DeKoven
Oxford
England
Europe
Rob Roy
Robin Hood
Bostonians Light Opera Company
Jessie Bartlett Davis
Armorer
Crusaders
Canterbury Pilgrims
Mr. Glenn
King’s Highway
Crown October Ale
Dont Forget Your Tooth Brush
Dr Richard C Leonard Maryland health official urges summer travelers to take a toothbrush and brush teeth thoroughly twice daily for at least three minutes. He cautions against overreliance on flavored pastes and notes real decay protection comes from proper brushing combined with diet and professional care twice yearly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richard C. Leonard
Division of Oral Hygiene
Maryland State Department of Health
Leonard
Goldsboro Personal Mention Highlights Visits From Far Names
Local notes record W Ross Stevens and family from Tennessee visiting G Lacey Stevens. Trazzare family and others spending weekends in Washington. Dr N W Voss and family from Wilmington visiting relatives nearby. various guests from Philadelphia Baltimore and New Jersey in town. Miss Caroline P Redden off to Atlantic City for weeks. conferences set by Presiding Elder T J Lambert on July 5. eleven Fresh Air Children from New York arriving July 1 for two weeks in local homes. many residents and visitors listed with travel to Washington Atlantic City Wilmington Dover and Philadelphia. social gatherings and visits noted through town.
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W. Ross Stevens
Tennessee
G. Lacey Stevens
Washington
J. A. Trazzare
Clifford
Doris
Lewis Harper
West Chester
Mark Smith
N. W. Voss
Wilmington
T. J. Lambert
Baltimore
Goldsboro
M. E
Fresh Air Children
New York
Russell Hill
Jane
Selbyville
Vs. N. Jarrell
Newman's Wharf
Clarence Collison
Burrsville
G. E.smith
Elijah
Chester
Clark
Jacob B. Davis
Smith
Atlantic City
Emma Wharton
Louise Dennison
Columbia University
Ray Seaman
Jack
Harrison Bennett
Ball
Mary Johnson
Emma Johnson
W. J. Murphy
Harvey Morris
Philadelphia
Thos. Cahall
Aberdeen
John McCaffrey
W. H. Ballengee
Front Royal
Ella Clayton
Howard Thomas
County Board awards scholarships and bus routes
The County Board of Education names recipients for tep scholarships to Western Maryland College Maryland Institute St Marys Female Seminary Blue Ridge College and approves routes for Oaks Spurrys Corner American Corner Laurel Grove and mission colored school. Vocational training funds support Greensboro Federalsburg teachers and state federal cost sharing applies. Plans for Federalsburg high school and Denton colored schools revised with final plans due soon. White schools reopen Monday September 8.
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County Board of Education
Blanche M. Nichols
Federalsburg
Western Maryland College
Thomas L. Trice
Preston
Maryland Institute
Baltimore
Car
Forester
Ridgely
Charlotte Hall School
Eileen Gardner
St. Mary’s Female Seminary
Alfred Watson
Blue Ridge College
Fooks
Oaks
Anthony’s Mill
F. T. Stafford
Spurry’s
Delinette Noble
Federalsburg High School
Denton
Williston Hosts Summer Guests and Club Meeting
Mrs. Wm. D. Uhler opens her home for the season hosting Mr. and Mrs. J. K. Calloway Mrs. Elmer Wheeler and Wm. Uhler Wheeler of Baltimore. Denton guests include Mr. and Mrs. Calvin Simpson and Miss Eloise Thawley visiting O. M. Hignutt’s grandparents. The Williston Community Club gathers at O. M. Hignutt’s home July 10 at 2 p.m. Relations involve August Noot and Robert Cook returning from Brooklyn and Baltimore. James Howard of Mount Holly and Bennett Todd of Baltimore visit W. T. Love and Willard C. Todd homes. Elizabeth Vickery of Denton is guest to Miss Frances Higunnut.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. D. Uhler
J. K. Calloway
Elmer Wheeler
Wm. Uhler Wheeler
Baltimore
Calvin Simpson
Eloise Thawley
Denton
O. M. Hignutt
August Noot
Brooklyn
N. Y
Robert Cook
Williston
Willard C. Todd
Elizabeth Vickery
Frances Higuntt
Religious Services And Marital Nuptials In Various Towns
Church services held at New Jerusalem church with Sunday worship at 11 am and church school at 10 15 am on July 6. Williston hosts Sabbath School at 11 am and Young People's League meeting at 7 30 pm. Williston club meeting at Mrs Hignatt's home Friday. Mildred A Seilers and James E Miley wed in Easton at First Baptist Church parsonage by Rev E M Tombes. Epiphany Mission Preston reports 10 am Sunday School and 11 am prayer and sermon. St Andrews Mission Hurlock offers 10 am Sunday School and 8 pm prayer and sermon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Church of the New Jerusalem
Williston
Young People’s League
Young People’s Club
Hignatt
Hurlock
Rise Higher Brightens the Day Quotes
A compact note collects two quotes about optimism and perspective. An anonymous line urges facing the sun to banish shadows. John Dewey remarks that mountain folk enjoy longer days, and a rise higher can brighten any day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Dewey
Deaths and local notices from Federalaburg area
Mary Holder aged 96 died at her daughter’s home near Reliance after a long illness. Funeral services were held at Eldorado Church with burial in the adjacent cemetery. Five children survive. Also notes on Miss M Ethel Davis joining J H Limber, Hazel Wright succeeding at Hurlock Hardware, and several visiting relatives from Sharon Hill, Pa. A barn fire near Atlanta destroyed 800 bushels of wheat but saved stock. Engagement announced for Kathleen Todd and Curtis William Clark. Local visits and vacations noted from Catonsville and Manassas.
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Mary Holder
Howard Smith
Reliance
Holder
Eldorado
M. Ethel Davis
J. W. Hurlock
J. H. Limber
Miss Davies
Hurlock Hardware
Hazel Wright
Wilmington
Raymond Wright
Sharon Hill
Laura Dean
Marjorie
Dorothy Patchett
Merchantville
N. J
Herbert Todd
Edward Patchett
Ralph
Camden
Jerry Samons
Atlanta
Federalssburg Fire Company
Harry F. Flaharty
Kathleen Todd
Curtis William Clark
Methodist Episcopal Church
Mary E. Davis
Catonsville High School
Myra Harris
Manassas
Harry W. Davis
Charles T. Sewell
Margaret Barnes
Baltimore
E. M. Stack
Rise With The Lark In Early Morning Song
Early risers are greeted by a chorus of birds with wood thrush robin martin and sparrow among others. The piece urges waking at 3 30 to enjoy a dawn concert before the world awakens and insects stir.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martin
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Atwater Kent Radio Hour
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Christian Science Journal
Greenville Kleiser
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