Banquet of Patrolmen and a World of Adventures
A whimsical tale describes little patrolmen hosting a banquet for young David. Delegates from Maryland to Vermont narrate regional gifts while David enjoys a feast of oysters, fish from British Columbia, peach short cake from Georgia, and ice cream from Florida. Afterward, Idaho hints at future adventures and Living Map secrets. Tongue twisters close the page.
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David
Maryland
Virginia
British Columbia
Illnois
Gulf of Mexico
New York State
Georgia
Florida
Louisiana
Kentucky
Canada
Idaho
Bees and Their Owners Entomologists Debunk Recognition
Entomologists contend honey bees do not recognize beekeepers as distinct individuals. They note bees born late in fall may not survive winter, workers live about six weeks in active season, and beekeepers rarely interact enough for recognition. Good keepers avoid provoking bees by understanding their habits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pathfinder Magazine
Stock Ownership in AT&T Surges as Rights Offerings Boost Cash
The American Telephone and Telegraph Company reports wide ownership with about 616000 stockholders and an average holding of 33 shares. A stock issue valued at 257,940,700 dollars funds Bell System construction for growing demand. Over 282000 subscriptions were received and 154600 rights trades handled. Cash subscriptions totaled roughly 225000000 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Telephone and Telegraph Company
Bell System
Lindbergh broadcasts link record set for private radio
Col Charles A Lindbergh addressed millions on a historic radio hookup linking 119 stations via NBC and CBS networks. The Long Lines division of AT&T connected 62 NBC stations and 57 CBS stations using about 30,000 miles of long distance circuits, highlighting transportation’s role in civilization and a future of global air links.
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Charles A. Lindbergh
Colonel Lindbergh
National Broadcasting Company
Columbia Broadcasting System
American Telephone and Telegraph Company
Long Lines Department
Roadio
Columbia
Inventions of Dice Traced Back to Palamedes and Ancient Factions
The article discusses how dice likely evolved from knuckle bones, notes the difficulty of tracing their distinct development, and cites Sophocles and Herodotus about early origins. It mentions dice in ancient Egypt, Greece, and the Far East, plus their use during Troy’s siege and Lydian famine periods.
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Sophocles
Palamedes
Troy
Herodotus
Lydians
Atys
Orient
Ancient
Egypt
Classic
Greece
Far East
Ingenious Diet Test from 1614 Weighing Chair
A historic illustration dated 1614 shows Sanctorious using a weighing chair to balance his body and meal. A steel rod and movable weight allowed him to measure food intake, with dining ending when the chair dipped.
TAXPAYERS NOTICE TO ATTEND TAX COLLECTIONS
Notice to Taxpayers lists multiple collection days in Federalsburg Henderson Greensboro Hillsboro American Corner Praston and Ridgely with hours 9 am to 5 pm at various stores and banks. The office will not be closed at Denton. T Frank Seward treasurer of Caroline County prescribes the schedule.
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Federalsburg
Covey & Williams
Henderson
Stubbs
Greensboro
Caroline County Bank
Hillsboro
Thompson's Hardware
American Corner
Lord’s
Praston
Covey’s
Ridgely
Ridgely Bank
Denton
T. Frank Seward
Caroline County
Notice to Creditors in Caroline County Maryland
Notice to creditors informs that Alfred W. Thompson was granted administration of the late resident of Caroline County Maryland. Creditors must prove their claims with vouchers by May 8, 1981 or be barred from estate benefits. Debtors should settle promptly. Dated October 28, 1980. Alfred W. Thompson, Administrator.
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Caroline County
Orphans Court
Maryland
Alfred W. Thompson
Orphans’ Court
Estate claimants warned to file by May 8 1931
Laura V. Neal estate notice directs all claimants to present their claims with vouchers by May 8 1931 or be barred from any benefit. Creditors must settle promptly. Issued October 29 1931 by the undersigned executors.
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Laura V. Neal
Caroline County
Caroline County Circuit Court Equity Order Dates Report Ratified
In Equity case No 2847 Chy an order dated October 28 1980 ratifies the Auditor's Report and requires publication in Caroline county newspapers once in two successive weeks before November 8 with a three week window from October 25 1930 to show cause if any.
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Circuit Court
Caroline County
Denton National Bank Announces Election Day Closure
The Denton National Bank in Denton Maryland announces it will be closed on Tuesday November 4 1930 a legal holiday for Election Day All paper payable or maturing that day may be presented the following day The Board of Directors will hold a meeting on Monday
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J. Frank Wright
George W. Beck
J. A. Trazzare
Farmers & Merchants State Bank Election Payout Notice
Denton Maryland bank announces that on November 4 1930 election day funds will be paid on the following day George W Beck cashier confirms payout schedule and location of payment at the bank.
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the Farmers & Merchants State Bank
Denton
Provident State Bank Notice From Preston Maryland
The Provident State Bank in Preston Maryland publishes an election day notice dated October 30 1930 indicating November 4 1930 as Election Day and naming J A Trazzare as cashier.
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the Provident State Bank
Preston, Md
Miss Sueg of Newport in Charming Beach Ensemble
A young Newport girl is sketched at Bailey's Beach wearing a brown and yellow gingham skirt with curved godets, pale yellow blouse, and matching cardigan. Accessories include a yellow linen monogrammed bag and brown leather slippers. Pattern No. 5306 offers the outfit in sizes 6 to 14 years for 40 cents. Monogram 686 costs 60 cents.
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Newport
Bailey's Beach
Batiste
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Genvon Journal
Melvin & Johnson, Inc. Publishers
Vermont
Arizona
Pansy
Arabella Atkins
Adam Adamson
Bully Betts
Fiste
Sarah
Freddy
Oskorna Ay Wootera Nowoseser Union
Felix
Freddy Ad
Edicin F. Hill
Lindbergh
Col. Lindbergh
John F. Turner
Wingate Neal
Margaret C. Neal
Auditor’s Order
Nist
William J. Richards
James Good Janie Good
Ge On Horsey
Ayton Horsey
Denton National Bank
Denton, Md
W. I. Norris
the Peoples Bank
A. G. Gelletly
Phillips
Chilups Man of
Magnesia
WM. Pepper Constable
Maryland Trust
Baltimore
Elkton
6Th
Lincoln Sts
Nuttle Lumber and Coal Co
J. H. Pollard
Journal
Eastern Shore Public Service Company
Eastern Shore Public Service CO
Salisbury, Maryland
Federalsburg, Maryland
Miss Sueg
Philadelphia
M. H. Downes
The
Claiborne-Annapolis Ferry CO
Annapolis
Claiborne
Matapeake
B. F, Sherman
Gen
Mgr
F. J. Wright
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