02 Dec 1929
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Newspaper
Indiana Evening Gazette
Location
Indiana, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1929
Page
1
A compilation of scriptural quotes and exhortations assembled by the Bible Guild. Cited passages urge fleeing sin, pursuing faith and godliness, and upholding reconciliation through Christ. Compiled by Arthur Robinson, of Indiana, for a Tuesday distribution.
Police report details counterfeit notes with altered serials and reversed seals, including $5, $10, and $20 bills. Descriptions note poor quality paper, misprints, and mismatched serial numbers tied to a suspected fraud scheme under investigation by federal agents.
Professor Kidd undertakes a comprehensive study on the state of Pennsylvania boundaries and the Interstate Commerce Commission. The study aims to inform federal and state agencies and invites cooperation from rail carriers, commerce members, agricultural and commercial bodies, and manufacturing and mining interests for communications.
The region logged record cold over the past weekend with temperatures as low as three degrees above zero, shattering a 1908 low. Forecasts predict more snow and a sharp cold wave through Monday and Tuesday, driven by a southeast advancing disturbance from Canada and a high pressure arc from the Atlantic.
Indiana region clubs led by Dale Sourwine and Harvey Hill depart from near Frenchville for aKeating Clinton County camp. The party includes Frank McAfoos, Edward Stickle and Paul Graff among others. Bucks and especially a seventeen point buck in 1026 are noted. Other county clubs in nearby ranges are listed, with return dates and bag reports to follow.
Reported plans say backers will push to declare the Vare seat vacant to oust Vare and also dismiss the Wilson contest. A Republican slate would then name another Republican Senator, aiding Senate leadership. The Vare camp aims to delay Norris resolution until Elections Committee reports on the contest.
An advertisement claims Dr. Carl Westheke developed Adlerika to act on the rose upper and lower bones to remove old poisons. It asserts gas will stop in 19 minutes and chronic constipation in 2 hours, urging readers to visit Daugherty's Drug Store for a real stomach and bowel cleaning.
Paul Ott, 19, engineering student at Carnegie Institute of Technology, was found dead on the steps of Welsh Hall dormitory in Pittsburgh. Homicide Sgt. Wheeler said the death appeared natural with prior gastro enteritis episodes, though chemists study a stomach substance described as possibly poison.
The report favors seating Vare, with Norris opposing and calling for immediate action. Vare's 800000 in primary expenditures and the Reed Committee inquiry frame the conflict, while Vare, aided by a personal appeal, arrives in the capital in a dramatic bid to be seated despite Norris's long opposition.
The former Byrd assistant Brophy, who spoke of contemplating suicide, said he would return to New York to settle tangled affairs after swimming at Coney Island. He crossed through Chicago and evaded interviewers, leaving on a train with a mysterious girl in a green dress.
A Bolivar youth, missing since January 18, reportedly left a note to Peggy saying goodbye. He disembarked near the Sharpsburg bridge over the Allegheny River after an evening with Eleanor Schnader and Peggy Sill. The note was not turned over to police, and the case remains unsolved.
A mother voices concern over her son's continued absence, noting alleged retaliation from Misa Brown at Mellon Bank and bank officials. She insists the youth’s employment record is clean of any blemish and seeks clarity on the situation and next steps.
Congress is expected to move promptly on tax reductions before Christmas, with House leaders aiming to pass major supply and appropriation bills by next May or June. The tariff issue remains unsettled, and plans include railroad consolidation, radio regulation, rivers and harbors, and patronage politics.
New York stock market opens with weakness in amusement shares after government action under the Clayton act. Fox Film, Loew's and Warner drop several points, while Bethlehem Steel and Westinghouse slip briefly before recovering. Oils and motors hold steady with Atlantic Refining, General Motors, and Chrysler in demand.
The article outlines a cautious start to the 1930s congressional session with tax cut debates in the House and a senate battle over Senator-Elect William S. Vare of Pennsylvania. President Hoover will deliver the annual state of the nation message, followed by a budget outline for nearly 4 billion dollars. The piece notes plans to speed up the cruiser program, possible 10 ships next year, and a Navy report to lawmakers. It mentions a deferred start and ongoing naval policy discussions amid London arms talks.
Obituary notices recall the death of Harrisburg area residents including a longtime glassworker and church member, with services in Indiana and Oakland cemeteries. Other deaths include Clymer firefighter H McCartney Dull, Rich Hill Wesleyan Methodist member Albert Brush, and Mrs James of Punxsutawney. multiple survivors and funeral arrangements are listed.
Spangler (Dec 2) The rectory of St Patrick's Catholic church, led by Rev Father George Quinn, burned Saturday night causing about 15000 loss covered by insurance. Firefighters from Spangler and Barnesboro fought the blaze from 845 p.m. until 330 a.m. amid cold wind. Overheated furnace is blamed for the fire.
Charles Dornberger and his Victor Recording Orchestra headline a Wednesday evening concert at 8 15. Tickets sold at Streams Music Store Henry Hall Trainor's and Heavy Drug Co. Dornberger recently finished a Cincinnati engagement at Hotel Gibson and WLW broadcasts. He has four new Victor recordings due in two weeks. This town hosts a premier band, promising a top dance night.
Mechanicsburg Pa Dec 2 William K Nailor of this city was killed early today soon after the opening of the big game season. Nailor was shot near Brandinville in the South Mountain section evidently by a hunter who mistook Nailor moving through the brush for a deer. The bullet penetrated his body under the sixth rib and death was almost instantaneous. Coroner William S Ruch began an investigation. It was not disclosed who fired the shot. J G Wissinger of Creekside was shopping and attending to business here Saturday.
A roundup of local residents and guests includes Robert McGough in Indiana visiting friends. Edward Finn attending a conference in Hollidaysburg. Wilson Fiscus returning to Cleveland after Thanksgiving. Governor John S. Fisher leaving for Harrisburg. Deputy Adjutant General Richard W. Watson resuming duties after Thanksgiving. Others travel to Uniontown, Hollidaysburg, and Indiana for visits, business, or hunting licenses. local illness updates mention Mrs. Mary Little improving slowly.
Walter E. Edge, recently resigned as New Jersey senator, was sworn in at the State Department as Ambassador to France. He expects to sail soon to assume duties in Paris, succeeding Myron T. Herrick who served there for many years.
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