State dry league outlines local option drive in Altoona
In March at Altoona a two year campaign to push local option provisions in Pennsylvania was outlined by O Bruce Posy secretary of the Men s Dry League. The plan targets no state stores in dry areas no liquor ads no licenses in residential districts strict dry zones near churches and schools and elimination of dance halls and road houses. Organizers aim to build support through meetings rallies and education to propel a wider community by community ban on intoxicants ahead of the 1939 elections.
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House Votes Today On Farm Bill Passage Forecast
House debates a farm bill with potential compulsory marketing quotas for wheat and capturable soil conservation links. Senate discussions delay a clear path as leaders push for a contrast with northern and southern support and a quick house vote before Christmas.
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Pennsylvania Begins 150th Anniversary of Constitution Ratification
Philadelphia hosts a three day state wide commemoration marking the 150th anniversary of Pennsylvania's ratification of the U.S. Constitution. Governor Barte’s commission directs school church and civic events recalling December 12, 1787 in Philadelphia. Delaware led the way followed by New Jersey.
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George H. Barte
William Penn
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New Jersey
Landon Declines Run Amid Trust in Voters
The article reports on Landon saying he cannot run, expressing respect for the high honor and duty to keep faith with millions who trusted him. He cites concerns about being seen as an active or receptive candidate and notes the incumbent responsibilities guiding his decision.
Patriot Duty in Critical Political Moment
A remark on serving either party or country as a patriotic duty in a critical situation, signaling a call for responsibility and national service amid pressing political tensions.
Luther's Plan Evangelism Approved by Church Leaders
The United Lutheran Church in America approved a 1938 anniversary appeal to mark Lutheranism's 350th year in the New World with over 100 speaking missions planned across the United States and Canada. A promotional film will be shown in congregations as leaders urge spiritual uplift to combat recession and restore active participation among 350,000 members.
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Canada
New World
H. J. Pflum
Buffalo
Board of Missions
Obituary continued for Brasco and Perry families
Obituary continues on page one noting Brasco of Jeannette and Angelo Perry of Beyer. Funeral services set for 9 a.m. Monday at Sagamore Church with Fr. Joseph Malinak officiating and burial in St. Bernard Cemetery, Indiana.
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Markets and livestock results from Pittsburgh and Chicago
Pittsburgh reports moderate demand for produce with apples and potatoes steady across varieties and sacks. Hogs and cattle trade shows active shipping demand, with prices for good and choice hogs and cattle mixed. Chicago notes a rally in wheat futures amid expectations of Argentina's export surplus and corn edging higher.
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Grand Jurors Indict Seven Defendants in County Case
Seven persons named as defendants in true bills returned by the county grand jury to President Judge Creps. W M Glass of Brushvalley charged with two larceny counts including a surveyor chain and a pocketbook theft from Commodore. Irvin Palmer and Frank Wiposki, both of Indiana, indicted for aggravated assault and battery with intent to rob Albert Kimball of Indiana. Angelo Toscano of Sharpsburg indicted for malicious mischief with explosives for planting six sticks under a car hood in Ernest. Charles Hart of Blairsville indicted for larceny of $65 in cigarets from a Pennsylvania Railroad freight car. Mike Chikuba indicted for a battery assault on Albert Coursins in Rayne Township. Oliver E Ford of Marion Center R D indicted for assault and battery on Mrs Sonic Ford at Deckers Point.
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Frank Wiposki
Charles Hart
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Albert Coursins
Rayne Township
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No Minuet Waltz At Colonial Meet In Philadelphia
Descendants of colonial Pennsylvania aristocracy attend an exclusive Philadelphia ball, replacing the minuet with ox trot and swing. The 1748-origin event features pink and white decor, midnight terrapin, champagne toasts, and strict invitation rules for those on the historic list. Out of town guests allowed, divorced individuals barred.
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Stock market air reduction and major company yields listed
A dense ledger of stock price changes and percentage yields for numerous firms including Am Can Am and For Pow Am Tel and Tet Anaconda Blt Atch Chrysler Corp Corn Products Bay Crane Co Eastman Kodak Gen Elec Gen Motors Gen Foods Gillette Saf R Hudson Motor Int Harvester Kennecott Cop Packard Motor Penn RR Radio Corp of Am Reading Co Reynolds Tob Sears Roebuck Southern Pacific Sperry Corp Stand Oil Stand Oil NJ Studebaker Texas Timken Transamerican United Aircraft United Corp US Steel West Union Tel Woolworth and many more.
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Hunt Weidmann Accomplices Linked To Murder Kidnap Ring
Paris authorities announce the capture of band leader Roger Million and his blonde mistress, linked to the murder of American dancer Miss Dekoven and multiple other Weidmann crimes. Four other victims include taxi driver Jean Couffy, broker Roger Leblond, and real estate agent Raymond Lesobre. The case centers on a “villa of death” near St Cloud and a driven manhunt across France.
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Meaber
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Versailles
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Neuilly-Sur-Seine
Blue and Grey Plan Reunion At Gettysburg June Anniversary
Gettysburg set for the 75th anniversary with 3000 from both sides expected for the June 264 to July 6 event. Veterans will dedicate a monument with an eternal peace light overlooking Round Top and Little Round Top. President Roosevelt tentatively plans to attend the dedication.
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Building Fences At The White House
Washington December 10 That old political precaution build your fences in the off years may be realized at the White House Plans to erect a wrought iron fence of strength and elegance with a low bid around 28400 The National Parks Service and a private contractor will handle the work if costs agree The low bid is about 28 percent above government estimates The fine arts commission favors an aesthetic design The current fence is loose in places its footings eroded by age and it is too low for front display
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