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Newspaper
Harrisburg Telegraph
Location
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1919
Page
9
Dorchester December 3 Thos Hardy the English poet and novelist has celebrated his 80th birthday. An address drawn up by Poet Laureate Robert Bridges and a bound volume of manuscript verses by 43 poets and novelists were presented to Hardy.
Reports to the Adjutant General indicate ample men for the Pennsylvania National Guard with many having overseas service. Northeastern Pennsylvania shows rapid unit formation, with drills at armories and a 15 000 man baseline expected to be ready early next year.
The Globe presents a year long display of practical gift ideas aimed at value and usefulness. Shoppers are urged to consider affordable, purposeful items that give real satisfaction and pleasure.
An advertisement asserts that every man will appreciate a shirt from The Globe noting silk percale and madras options. It emphasizes dignity, service, and value for the investment.
A large display of neckwear offers thousands of choices in silks from Italy brocades from Switzerland and knitted scarfs in many hues and colors with prices ranging from two dollars fifty cents to fifteen dollars.
An advertisement promotes Silk Hose with good weight and texture, Wool Worsted Hose favored by college students for comfort, and the celebrated Hose-proof Hose appealing to a wide audience seeking durability and fit.
A local shop extols a splendid range of mufflers for men. The display features wool and silk knitted scarves in beautiful colors to complement well dressed patrons.
Off La Rochelle France on December 2 A choir of island boys walked out seeking a raise of one cent in pay The action reflects a small protest over wages during the period with no reported violence or injuries.
In Lewistown Pennsylvania on December 3, Miss Effie Johnson and Louis Dile of McVeytown were married and departed for a wedding trip to eastern cities after their ceremony.
In Bermondsey England a woman is employed as the first profiteer hunter. She earns 20 dollars weekly and her duties include identifying profiteering practices in the community.
Ross Smith the British aviator arrived in Rangoon on Sunday during his flight to Australia. He left Rangoon Monday en route to Bangkok as part of his long journey.
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