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Newspaper
Harrisburg Telegraph
Location
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1917
Page
10
Walter Zilinski of Wilkes-Barre is arrested as the presumed ringleader of a matrimonial confidence game. Investigators say he victimized two local women, Miss Stella Petrerska and Mrs H Frankel, siphoning from them $1,200 and $700 respectively after feigned marriage proposals. He vanished after obtaining the funds.
Miss Nina Southwick of Kingfisher Oklahoma reports two years of severe female trouble nervousness back ache and dizziness. After ten bottles she says she is well with no pain. The ad urges other women to try the remedy or write for confidential advice from Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co Lynn Mass.
State Board of Public Grounds and Buildings let contracts for furnishing supplies to departments with 6000 items on the schedule. Awards went to the lowest bidders, many items drawing no bids. Furniture purchases planned to be phased in later as departments need. Local Harrisburg firms listed among winners.
London June 14 Australians Amer icans in London were startled to learn that U S entry into the war did not free them from British police regulations for aliens. New arrivals since 1916 must report movements to authorities like all aliens, allies or neutrals, amid red tape and no change in status. They sought guidance from the U S embassy and consulate but were told there was no indication of any change.
A Boston Daily Advertiser view argues for a nationwide census of all men and women to identify usable abilities for a civilian war effort. It urges mobilizing even those deemed old or unsuited, stresses economy and unified effort, and cites Vanderlip and President Wilson on turning the whole nation into a coordinated defense force.
The piece contrasts prudent living with extremes of frugality and waste, notes expected steady work and adequate goods, asserts the nation's duty in war, and reports confidence in business. It highlights a thriving spring season, planned fall purchases, price discipline, and customer satisfaction.
Governor Martin Brumbaugh issues a proclamation praising the United States Boys' Working Reserve and urges Y M C A groups Boy Scout units church clubs and patriotic organizations to mobilize 16 to 21 year olds for patriotic service in field and factory supporting national crisis efforts in Pennsylvania.
Wormleysburg school board elected teachers for the coming term. Principal named is Professor S. H. Hetrick of Selinsgrove. Elsie Beck of Camp Hill to teach grades six to eight. Sadie Zarker of Wormleysburg to teach grades three to five. Senseman of Shiremanstown to teach first and second grades.
Marysville Pa June 13 world famous English pianist composer Sellars will give a concert on the pipe organ of Zion Lut Church Monday evening in Marysville.
In New Castle Delaware on June 13 Frank D Wells faced a 25 15 fine after a fifteen minute nap in the bed of another man Samuel Jones. Wells entered Jones house on South Fourth street and forced open a bedroom door while asleep.
Jacob Seaver former chief of police of Carlisle died at his home after a long illness aged 57. He was a member of several fraternal orders. His wife two daughters and seven brothers and sisters survive.
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