Planning Commission fights sale of Heister property to protect river district
The article argues against breaking up the Heister property into building lots and urges planning commission led plotting surveys to protect the riverfront district between the northern city line and the Rockville mountains. It highlights public interests, safeguards, and the chance to reach a mutual understanding with owners.
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City Planning Commission
Rockville
Planning Commission
Quote on money and peace from wartime era
The passage argues money is for spending as quickly as possible and calls the Pankhurst era quaint by comparison. It suggests America would accept a permanent peace at a material cost to itself, despite nations at war.
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Pankhurst Bota
London
America
Brumbaugh Fights for Cox Amid State House Power Moves
Governor Brumbaugh pushes for Cox as House speaker with resignations and factional battles. He vows to roll up sleeves while Baldwin supporters claim wide backing. Philadelphia and Allegheny factions loom large. planned Democratic dinner signals party leverage.
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Schedule of a Married Man's Pre Christmas Activities
A humorous list from Life attributed to K L Roberts shows a man’s chaotic approach to holiday shopping. It tracks daily tasks from December 1 to 24, highlighting attempts to shop early, misgivings about gifts, mounting expenses, and final regrets with an exhausted finale and plans to do better next year.
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K. L. Roberts
Book Reviews Discuss German Viewpoints and Modern Roles
A column reviews The Book of Tratu Fritz von Frantzius and The Great Corrector by Percival W. Wells, comparing German ideals and satirical critique. Elinor Glyn's The Career of Katherine Bush is noted for tracing a young woman's entry into finance and ascent through personal resolve.
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Fritz von Frantzius
Germany
United States
England
Percival W. Wells
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Wells
Cerberus
Katherine Bush
B. Elinor Glyn
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Why Yuh Wipe Yer Shoes and Winters Blues
Bits from the Annville News describe a winter mood as snows fall, with a humorous refrain Why don't yuh wipe yer shoes citing Old Buck and winter memories. News notes report D. Bausher reelected at Hamburg Savings Bank, 17 thousand cars moved through Reading, and US government seeking 915 million in army supplies. A meteorological motto then notes farmers must plough despite sunshine and rain.
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Annville
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Berks Counties
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Reading
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New York
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Columbia
United States
Why is Santa Claus so popular in jokes
A humorous jumble of quips about Santa Claus and everyday consumer quirks. The snippets joke about gifts, hats, appreciation of a repairable encyclopedia, and sparrow misunderstandings in city neighborhoods.
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Harrisburg lodging costs compared with other cities draw debate
Harrisburg lawmakers debate high living costs during the upcoming legislature. Hotels and transient accommodation are cited as comparable to Reading Altoona and others while the city handles surges for sessions and related meetings. Oakley paintings head to the Senate chamber as renovations proceed. The Bay Shoe Factory site is sold off and demolished building material floods the market. bears killed in state sparks debate with other Western states. A local hunter tale ends with a humorous misunderstanding of a public sign about fresh paint.
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Reading
Altoona
Rambo
Oakley
New Haven
Losh
Notable Philadelphians Lead City Trusts Board Return
Ex Governor Edwin H. Stuart has been re elected chairman of the Board of City Trusts in Philadelphia. Ex Auditor General Sisson comments on politics from Erie. Dr Leo B Rowe University professor writes on Latin America and Mexico commission topics. C J Jaegle has been named a Knight of Gregory.
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James McKirdy
State Legislative Reference Bureau
McKirdy
W. H. Wacker
Law Office of Compensation
Harry A. Macisty
Philadelphia
Snyder
John H. Fertig
Pottsville
Bureau
Mr. Wacker
Edwin
Stuart H
Boar of City Trusts
Sisson
Erie
Leo 8. Rowe
Universt
Latin America
C. J. Jaegele
Potas Pubiser
Gregory
Historic Harrisburg's record steel output this year
Harrisburg records a historic surge in steel production, highlighting the city as a census hub during regional data collection. The piece blends local pride with reflections on cost, travel, and rising expenses as motorists navigate fuel, groceries, and garage bills amid a changing urban landscape.
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Harrisburg
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