The Birth of the American Flag on Flag Day
The article recounts Washington's role in designing the flag with Betsy Ross, the 1777 Congress resolution, and Ross's contribution to the star design. It highlights the flag as a symbol of liberty and national destiny, noting early battles and salutes that marked its emergence in U.S. history.
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George Washington
Washington
Congress
United States
General Washington
Betsy Ross
Robert Morris
George Ross
Arch Street
Philadelphia
Mistress Ross
Boston
St. George
St. Anthony
Ross
Fort Stanwix
Brandywine
Burgoyne
John Paul Jones
Quiberon Bay
France
Drake
Flag's voyage and Washington tribute across history
A historical arc recounts the American flag from 1787 aboard the Columbia to 1909 when Admiral Peary planted it at the North Pole, noting 13 stripes and 16 stars over time and crediting George Washington with the nation’s founding spirit and achievement.
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Port
Columbia
Boston
Pacific
Francis Scott Key
Vermont
Kentucky
Congress
Admiral Peary
North Pole
Admiral Byrd
George Washington
United States
Self-made opportunities rise as youth starts new ventures
Joseph Creamer argues in The Rotarian that during hard times many graduates fail to find jobs. He cites five hundred new advertising agencies, ex-employees starting firms, a Harvard grad launching a fruit company sales venture, a woman running a mail-based college fashion bureau, and young people opening stores and offices with loans. He notes many will persist until the upflow returns in five to six years.
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Joseph Creamer
New York
Rotarian
Harvard
Mr. Creamer
Prohibition Polls and The Digest Wet Vote Myth
The Literary Digest prohibition poll shows a 65 to 73 percent wet bias but returns few ballots. Across states New York New Jersey and Pennsylvania contribute major shares while previous polls misread outcomes in Pennsylvania Texas Illinois Indiana Florida California and Washington. Church polls also split on enforcement versus modification and repeal.
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Literary Digest
Liquorary Digest
Digest
New York
New Jersey
Pennsylvania
Pinchot
Texas
Illinois
Indiana
Washington
Florida
California
The
Federation of Churches
WIDER ROADS FOR SAFETY
Bernard E. Gray of the Asphalt Institute outlines a practical highway widening method. A thin granular layer on the shoulder is covered with cut-back asphalt and mixed, then leveled with a blade grader. Traffic compacts the surface, yielding a cost effective safety improvement.
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North Atlantic Highway Officials’ Association
Bernard E. Gray
The
Asphalt Institute
Inexpensive widening of highways solves road hazards
The article argues for widening roads by affordable methods. It cites California as an example where shoulders become part of pavement, allowing high speed use and greater capacity. When needed hot-mix asphalt is used. As traffic grows the need to widen old arteries increases, reducing hazards and improving safety.
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California
Protecting Our Forests Fireside Lesson on Fire Safety and Prevention
California officials warn against endangering forests as careless campers and smokers spark wildfires. A camper jailed until it rains embodies the stakes of fuelled losses, with national figures showing about half a billion dollars in property losses and thousands of deaths annually. The piece urges individual fire safety actions at home and work to reduce waste and risk.
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California
National Board of Fire Underwriters
Opinion on economy and tax relief in a crowded editorial
The piece argues that the world trade slump is largely psychological and criticizes politicians for seeking prosperity through economy alone. It predicts belt-tightening will continue until demand returns and emphasizes government benefit when money circulates. It ends with a wish for sufficient income to pay taxes.
Editorial notes on Geneva disarmament talks and anchored mines
An observer at the Geneva Disarmament Conference recalls debates on quantitative versus qualitative disarmament. Experts clash over whether anchored mines are defensive or offensive, while officials like Admiral Pound defend battleships. The piece laments deadlocked talks and rising armament costs, urging trust and interdependence.
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Geneva
Pound
Disarmament talks, tariffs, and a hungry Ruthenia crisis
Experts at Geneva clash over distinguishing offensive from defensive arms while postwar lists are drawn. Hawley defends Smoot Hawley as U.S. trade declines. The Sino Japanese commission will study Manchuria's trade and investments, aiming for a August report. Hungarian aid to Ruthenia is blocked by Czechoslovakia, worsening famine with 16000 Ruthenian children at risk.
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League of Nations Commission
Darien
Manchuria
Japan
Mukdeng
Peiping
Tokyo
China
Bank for International Settlements President Warns on Global Interdependence
President McGarrah of BIS Basle Switzerland announces profits of 2 930 000 for the year. He warns that events show monetary systems, large and small, are interdependent and that internationalism in monetary matters is now an accomplished fact. He says prosperity cannot be achieved by any one country alone without a solid global foundation.
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Willis C. Hawley
Oregon
United States
Mr. Hawley
Canada
England
Senator Smoot
Hawley
Congress
McGarrah
Bank For International Settlements
Basle
Switzerland
Berry Prices and Local News From Denton Maryland
Berry prices are strong with yesterday's Ridgely exchange quotes at 7 to 12 cents. In Baltimore market, Mr T H Everngamn sold strawberries for 18 cents per quart. Dover bridge repair delays. Local notes cover Laurel Grove school standings, a winter storm with rain and snow, postmaster salary rise to 1700 dollars, lightning damage near Hynson, and several marriages and meetings among Denton residents.
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Ridgely Exchange
T. H. Everngamn
Baltimore
Dover Bridge
D. J. Patchett
Caroline
Easton
Denton
Laurel Grove School
Mamie
Frederick Howard
Margaret Merriken
Alfred Howard
James H. Nichols
Hynson
Nichols
Frank P. Barnhart
Anna L. Bailey
Church of the Holy Cross
Millington
Ware
Lansdowne
H. F. Collins
Preston
Olive Virginia
Charles, Howard, Jr
Hobbs
Preston M. E. Church
C. F. Smith
J. C. Collins
Ernest
Gettysburg
Capt. Smith
Mr. Collins
Legion
William Brewster Deen
Wm. H. Dee
Funk
Pennsylvania
G. Lacey Stevens
Ross
Lynn
McKendree
Anne Arundel
Charles G. Dukes
New Orleans
Plaindealing
Homer Lord
Philadelphia
Misa Clara Hobbs
Girard College
Rachel Redden
Martin van Rodney
New York
Sue Williams
Kenton
W. O. Ledman
Edith Noble
J. L. Everagain
James R. Brewer
Henry Branch
Ellicott City
Graham
Messrs
James P. Brewer
J. Kemp Stevens
Robert D. Greer
R. T. Carter
Wm. M. Isaacs
Graham Dukehart
T. Alan Goldsborough
George H. Jefferson
H. B. Pilchard
G. J. Taylor
Preston Lodge
Alva Blades
W. M
N. H. Fooks
Caroline High School
E. C. Macnichol
Cambridge
Methodist Episcopal Church
Christ
Denton Church
Macnichol
McGilton
Benson
Commencement Highlights At Caroline High School
Principal Murphy and faculty sit with officials as elocution contests and class night entertainments unfold at Masonic Hall. Miss Mary Gertrude Willoughby wins top honors while Miss Mercedes Howman earns honorable mention. John P. Holland delivers the commencement address on Marylanders in national history. Medals awarded to Sallie Rowe Myrna Marie Anthony and Willoughby. Julius Henry, 27, drowns in the Nanticoke at Seaford after train incident. Wooters shore herrings 75c a hundred salted $1.10.
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Murphy
Noble
Wilson and Roe
Masonic Hall
Coblentz
Mary Gertrude Willoughby
Mercedes Howman
R. Harry Patchett
Easton
John P. Holland, Esq
Milford, del
Lord Baltimore
Admiral Schley
Albert W. Sisk
County School Board
Caroline High School
Elsie Smith
Ridgely
Elma Nichols
Redden & Downes
Sallie Rowe
Myrna Marie Anthony
Dr. Stephens
Willoughby
Julius Henry
Seaford
Wooters’ Shore
Central Mexican Bean Beetle Control Recommendations
W H Evans County Agent advises early application of poison dust or spray to beans to control the Central Mexican Bean Beetle. Mix calcium arsenate or magnesium arsenate with lime and spray undersides. Apply during beetle eating stages. use nonpoisonous pyrethrum sprays like Red Arrows or Evergreen after pods form. Remove old vines to reduce future infestations.
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W. H. Evans
Senate
God's Love for All His Children Is Endless and Ever Present
A brief reflection from the Christian Science Monitor extols the boundless love of God for all people, stressing its limitless, infinite nature and constant availability to every child of humanity.
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Christian Science Monitor
Phonograph and Sewing Machine Repair by M. K. Newnam
Phonograph and sewing machine repair services offered by M. K. Newnam. Repairs cover all makes with quick turnaround and guaranteed workmanship. Located for customer drop off and service inquiries.
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M. K. Newnam
Auditor's Order Nisi in Caroline county proceedings
Auditor's Order Nisi dated June 10 1932 ratifies and confirms the Auditor's Report unless good cause is shown within three weeks from June 11 1932. A copy of the order must be published in Caroline county newspapers once weekly for two consecutive weeks before July 20 1932. Clerk T Clayton Horsby True copy Tyton Horsley Clerk.
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Caroline County
T. Clayton Horsby
True Opr
Cea Tyton Horsey
Weekday mischief and small town misadventures diary
A column records a series of humorous vignettes from Friday to Thursday. Ant Emmy experiences a pushy suitor and milk advice, Ma forgets a wedding gift, Joe Hix buys a gasket, Lizzy Rick’s kiss bid, Unkle Hen buys a silencer, a rabbit incident follows, Ma seeks glasses, and Mr Gillem nibbles at an automatic typewriter amid a faulty kettle and electric refrigerator.
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Ant
Reddy
Chirch
Joe Hix
Ant Emmy
Jake & Me
Scout
Lizzy Ricks
Teasday
Unkel
Wensday
Weekend Visits and Church Services in Templeville Area
Templeville residents and neighbors from Chadds Ford Collingswood Jamaica Sadlersville Wilming ton Massey Massey Mas sey and surrounding towns spent weekends with relatives and attended Sunday services. Families visiting included the Gurney Lowman G. C. Cooper John W. Davis and T. H. Golt households with multiple extended relatives present. Sunday School at 10 and preaching at 11 were announced.
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Seward Biddle
Chadds Ford
Gurney Lowman
G. C. Cooper
Collingswood
N. J
John W. Davis
A. G. Peacock
Jamaica
L. L
Katie Stafford
Mary Knotts
Franklin Green
Sadlersville
T. H. Golt
Isabel Raughley
Wilmington
J. F. Raughley
Rebecca Starkey
Near Massgey
Dora Everett
Henry Davis
Gurney Knotts
Wm. Palmatory
Massey
Rita Cole
Hulda Purnell
M. B. Kinnamon
Susanna Griffith
Walter Wessel
Little Meta Becomes Helpful Home Helper Saturday
Meta, age nine, enjoys cooking with her mother turning chores into play. The mother teaches tasks as shared, praising effort, and inviting neighbors to participate. Meta’s routine includes neat clothes, orderly drawers, and timely breakfasts, becoming a model of home harmony.
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Meta
Relief Flour Distribution Under Farm Board Wheat Plan
Relief flour from 40 million bushels of Farm Board wheat is being distributed by Congress to the Red Cross. More than 10,000,600 people are receiving flour, with Pennsylvania and Illinois the largest recipients. About three fourths of the 3,072 counties have asked for aid and flour is distributed in all states, the District of Columbia, and Alaska.
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Farm Board
Red Cross
Congress
Pennsylvania
Illinois
United States
District of Columbia
Alaska
Japan Votes Additional Millions for Manchuria War Costs
Japan plans to allocate 61 million dollars more for operations in Manchuria, adding to prior costs in Manchuria and the Shanghai area. The nation faces a heavy financial burden amid ongoing military endeavors and current conditions.
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Japan
Manchuria
Shanghai
Levying Taxes and the Bounds of Imposition
A reflective critique attributed to Edmund Burke questions the wisdom of expanding taxes without limits. It argues that while anyone can devise new levies, prudent governance requires restraint and fair bounds to burdens on the public.
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Edmund Burke
Rugs on sale 9x12 and felt bases at low prices
M K Newnam advertises rugs with 9x12 Axminster options from $20.70 and 9x12 felt Basa rugs from $4.50, highlighting low prices for home decor.
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Axminster
M. K. Newnam
The Barrel Plan Aids Needy Food Drive Suggestion
A suggestion urges readers to approach local storekeepers about The Barrel Plan to collect canned food for the needy. It explains benefits to both shoppers and stores, noting canned soup vegetables milk and fruit provide nutrition and prevent spoilage. Giving food is preferred to money to ensure wise use of contributions.
Plain Stuffing Mix For Sausage Breakfast Bread
A simple stuffing method uses four slices of dry bread cut into fine pieces mixed with diced onion and a small pork sausage. Cook the sausage slowly and stir until done but not browned. Add enough water to form a moist mixture and season with salt and pepper.
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Ruth Webster Heath
Wm. Schraderberg-T. J. Kurdle Company
Newlywed
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the Literary Digest
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Hungary
Ruthenia
Czechoslovakia
Auditor's Order
Nisi
J. Owen Knotts
Levin C. Reid and
Maud Reid
Circuit Court
Ross Farquar
Templeville
Helen Searles Marsh
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