New Cold Wave Races Out of West
A new Arctic cold wave races from the west toward Pennsylvania with forecasts of heavier snow and continued frigid conditions across the northeast and mid-Atlantic. Forecasters warn a second, more intense section will follow the first, keeping temperatures well below normal and snow likely from New England to the District of Columbia. At least 28 deaths linked to exposure nationwide flagged the severity of the cold. blustery winds and furnace fires added to the danger as cities from Pittsburgh to Philadelphia report sharp temperature swings and widespread snow.
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Coal Lands Sale Probed in Philadelphia Case
A federal court opened an inquiry into a land sale by a Philadelphia attorney to the state of 44 201 acres of coal lands from the Philadelphia and Reading Coal and Iron Company. The probe questions a 19 090 commission on a 296 009 deal and why the state bought via a middleman rather than directly from the company.
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Fire sweeps Masonic Hall in Dormont
Five men cleared the upper floors of the Masonic Hall in Dormont today destroying New Year decorations. Firemen estimate the loss at 25000 dollars. The blaze began in a second floor kitchen but the cause is not yet known. One fireman was overcome but revived and resumed duty.
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Crime stories spark extortion plan in Creensburg case
Dec 29. A Meyerr old girl-wife, factor in a extortion plot inspired by detective tales, is free on 1060 bail and to face juvenile court Jan 10 on charges including attempted extortion breaking and entering robbery and forgery. Corpl Conteell says the girl-wife and husband admitted the acts.
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PUNXSUTAWNEY MILLAGE CUT APPROVED BY COUNTY COMMISSION
Punxsutawney Dec 29 tentative millage and budget set by Jefferson County Commission for 1039 shows millage cuts. General county rate drops from 5.5 to 5 mills road bond from 2.3 to 1 mill and institution district from 3 to 1 mill. Santa Claus reading health update notes new mumps outbreak with seven new casesReported during the week.
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Hormone causes hens to crow and peck like roosters
In Richmond December 20 a hormone described by W C Allee and N E Collins of the University of Chicago is said to make hens crow almost like roosters and may relieve human inferiority complexes. The hormone testosterone, noted for energizing aging men, produced hierarchy and dominance in white leghorn hens, with top hens, captains, sergeants and corporals observed.
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W. C. Allee
N. E. Collins
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Teachers for More State Aid Debate at Union Meeting
The Pennsylvania Federation of Teachers with 4000 plus members urged more state aid for schools and tax reforms. Eliis. Roberts of Wilkes-Barre led delegates who called for higher teacher salaries in lower districts and a stronger Teachers' Tenure Act defense. Sarah T. Walsh of Philadelphia warned the act would face fire next session and urged mobilization against changes. Thomas Francis of Scranton won the presidency of the Pennsylvania State Education Association, defeating Robert Wayne Clark.
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Public invited to skate on VFW rink lake
Commander Lawrence M. Sawyer of the Indiana Post Veterans of Foreign Wars invites the public to skate on the big lake in front of the post club house at Indian Springs Park Road near Route 119 below Ben Avon. Ice is thick from mild weather and hours are 11 to 10 Friday and 9 to 10 Saturday. Auxiliary of the Elks meets Thursday night December 29 at 8:00, secretary Mrs. Robert Hewes.
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WPA Plangrounds for Long Term Public Works
Washington December 29 A congressional push favors gradually abandoning the WPA and creating a semi permanent PWA. Proposals call for a year ahead construction program with funds set aside and PWA ready to act when private industry slows. Senator Hayden says Congress will be asked to control future relief funds and support a permanent PWA to reduce unemployment. The agency has already allocated over 1.425 billion this year.
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James keeps cabinet plans tight as talks with leaders continue
Governor elect Arthur H. James of Pennsylvania engages Western Pennsylvania Republicans in discussions while avoiding policy or patronage questions. He hints one man alone knows cabinet details and hints at a possible highway secretary candidate Lamont Hughes, former Carnegie Steel executive, is among those considered.
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Governor-elect tentatively selects two Public Utility Commission candidates
Harrisburg reports Governor-elect Arthur H. James and advisers have tentatively chosen P. Stephen Stahlnecker and John Siggin for two Public Utility Commission posts. One likely to be named January 17 to replace unconfirmed John Sullivan, with another vacancy in April when Donald Livingston’s term ends.
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Arthur H. James
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Public Service
P. Stephen Stahlnecker
Pinchot
John Siggins
Warren County
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Republican State Committee
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John Sullivan
Delaware County
Senate
Donald Livingston
Philadelphia
Federal aid for railroads debated in wartime defense context
Washington dispatch notes growing calls for federal support to railroads as Congress weighs ways to strengthen the nation for defense. The piece ties rail aid to troop and material movement and mentions prior government funding for shipbuilding and merchant marine roles in potential war, under the theme of mobilization.
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Death of Mrs Graff Ends Sixty-Year Union
Mrs Myr Graff of Blacklick died Wednesday at 10 am after a period of illness. She and her husband Charles L Graff observed their sixtieth wedding anniversary on September 26. Surviving: husband, son Paul Graff of Vandergrift, sister Mrs J M Johnston of 348 Oak Street, and brother Charles B Mabom of Grand Island Neb. Also survived by grandchildren Mary Elizabeth Edna Mae and Thelma Graff. Funeral 2:30 pm Friday at Blacklick Methodist Episcopal Church with Rev G E Letchworth officiating. Interment Blairsville Cemetery. Continued on Page 3.
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Auto Licenses Good Till Jan 15
Harrisburg December 29 A million Pennsylvania motorists received a 15 day extension from the December 31 deadline for old 1938 license plates. Secretary Griffith Boardman said the legislature will be asked to move annual licensing to early spring, possibly April 1, as most prefer. About 2.25 million blanks were mailed. 1,125,419 licenses issued.
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County gets wide publicity in Hoard's Dairy Man feature
A two page article in Hoard's Dairy Man profiles Indiana County dairy progress. Written by Lester H Hartwig, Penn State publicity extension specialist, it highlights the 4 H Calf Clubs Bull Associations and Dairy Herd Improvement Associations. County Agent John W Warner took the five accompanying photos.
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Ship Mavionga Sends SOS After Bombing
Lloyds agent at Gibraltar reported an SOS from the 4239 ton British steamer Mavionga. The message read Bombed Crew tank to boats. Position given as 39.12 N 17 E between Castellana and the Balearic Islands.
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Hitler Ready To Ease Jew Stand In Refugee Plan
The American Refugee Committee said Adolf Hitler agreed to relax campaigns against elderly German Jews if their children can emigrate promptly. A delegation including George Rublee will seek Goering’s talks in Germany with outlined proposals to assist Jews in moving funds abroad.
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Former Assembly Member Edward M. Hough Dies
Pittsburgh December 28 Edward M Hough former state assembly member and city council member died after a week long illness Born in Greenshore he founded and ran Alas Brick Company for 86 years and served in the councils of Alleshery and Pittsburgh along with five terms in the state legislature.
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InsurgentsLose Ground as Air War Rages in Catalonia
Insurgent forces claim 380 square miles gained in six days while a massive air battle near Albages Borjas road west of Barcelona sees 20 government planes downed. Ground drive slows to deadlock amid heavy fighting on Lerida fronts. both sides report losses and limited gains.
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Milk Control Area Meeting in Harrisburg
Representatives from Pennsylvania milk control areas except Philadelphia met in Harrisburg to discuss proposed changes in producer prices for cream class milk used in ice cream and butter. Chairman Howard Eisaman said the meeting aimed to gather information and testimony to help the commission set cream class prices aligned with current market prices.
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Boston Bees Acquire Al Simmons from Senators
Boston Bees announce the purchase of veteran outfielder Al Simmons from the Washington Senators. Price not disclosed. Simmons played 125 games last season, hit .300 with 21 doubles 6 triples and 21 homers, driving in 92 runs.
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Boys Break Into Mint To See If It Can Be Done
In San Francisco two 18 year olds from an orphanage in San Rafael raided the new armored United States Mint last night. They climbed a ground floor pipe to a second story ledge and forced a window open then entered. They were detained for juvenile authorities after being identified by Inspector Max Reznik.
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