Sponsor says bill is wrong in three cities
Pittsburgh sponsor Rep. Zbaer J. Holland criticizes a new bill blocking barmaids in Philadelphia Pittsburgh and Scranton from mixing drinks. He calls the act class legislation and says it fails to conform to required provisions. Holland had proposed amendments to extend the prohibition statewide and to bar women from behind bars, but none were included.
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Pittsburgh
Zbaer J. Holland
Claude Reno
Holland
Philadelphia
Scranton
Scranton, A Fact That Arew
Carnival Attracts Crowds With Daredevil Acts And Kiddie Days
Eagles perform 70 feet in the air on a tight rope without a safety net, riding bicycles and mounting each other in feats of apparent danger. The show runs nightly and includes Twin Ferris Wheels, Loop-o-Plane Twins, Kiddie rides, and the Hollywood Ponies. Dick Ketter and his Congress of Daredevils headline as a danger act with Miss Mary Bell noted for riding a motorcycle on a wall. Other acts include Paris Nights, Crime Does Not Pay, and Monkeyland. Kiddies Days Wednesday and Saturday offer free admission until 6 P M and five cent rides for children. Tomorrow Gazette newsies join the carnival after meeting at the Gazette office.
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Eagles
Cdo
Dick Ketter
Congress of Daredevils
Mary Bell
Royal visit shapes Atlantic voyage from Halifax to London
King George VI and Queen Elizabeth sail from Halifax on a six am schedule bound for The Maritimes and then London, amid talks of Anglo American unity. The visit follows warm American hospitality and broad public good will as officials dismiss rumors of a Roosevelt invitation. The trip underscores royal influence on Empire relations and public sentiment in the United States.
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Maritimes
Canada
Halifax
London
Roosevelt
England
Washington
West Point address defends peaceful aims and modernization
President Roosevelts speech at West Point stresses peaceful conduct and allied modernization. He warns against militarism while urging continuous reform of solitary establishments, noting six years of vigorous effort and presenting diplomas to graduates as a pledge of courage, heroism, and intelligence.
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Am@riva
West Point
Lindbergh Sees Adequate Defense From Air Corps Expansion
Washington June 12 The army’s top officers told Congress the current air corps build up will provide adequate aerial defense despite German aircraft superiority. Major General Henry H Arnold said the U S must build pursuit ships faster than enemy bombers and that the expansion is proceeding. Charles A Lindbergh testified that the United States lags in military aviation and urged heavier investment in aeronautical research to regain leadership. He cautioned against large quantity production under current conditions and favored prioritizing quality.
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House Appropriations Subcommittee
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Iasic
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Army Air Corps
Roosevelt urges balanced defense tying strength to home unity
President Roosevelt reviewed the army at a Hudson Valley academy, pledging a force ready to use force when needed but stressing defense must align with civilian problems at home. He spoke after bidding goodbye to King George and Queen Elizabeth.
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Hudson River Valley
Queen Elizabeth
Slain Dentist’s Kin In Final Confession And Flight
Park recounts Stewart’s written statement claiming the killings stemmed from a quarrel over money with his wife Louise. He said his mind went blank, and he described past financial strains and growing arguments. Stewart fled across states before marrying Margaret Allainy and later surrendered after revealing his identity.
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Wilkinsburg
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Indianapolis
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Atlants
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Fred Lawson
Margaret Allainy
Moutrie
Phen
Hart
Cohen
Lastmonth
Labor War Escalates At General Motors Plants
Pickets scattered as the day shift arrived amid a labor war between UAW CIO and AFL factions. Homer Martin of the AFL faction issued orders, while R J Thomas denied a strike at GM and criticized the UAW AFL group. Knudsen said GM would not negotiate with either side pending court rulings. Marlin’s union ended the strike at three units, threatening further plant closures to force negotiations.
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Uaw-Cig
Homer Martin
AFL
R. J. Thomas
CIO
Martin
General Motos
Uaw-Afl
Europe Faces Two Obstacles in Baltic Security Talks
European leaders confront Russia’s resistance to guarantees for Baltic neighbors and the states’ objections to pledges that could threaten their neutrality. In Nanking, Japanese authorities probe a supposed wholesale killing plot amid tensions with the Chinese government. Bonded by diplomacy, Italian Spanish talks surface as defense circles discuss a possible alliance while Pope Pius XI commends defenders of civilization. Fruits for salads can be prepared ahead with lemon juice to prevent discoloration, according to culinary notes.
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Finland
Estonia
Nanking
China
Beneval
Musi Ans
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Rome
Pius XI
Utilities pay near 10000 to Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission
Harrisburg June 12 three utilities paid nearly 10000 to the Public Utility Commission to cover expenses of investigating their rates. Northern Pennsylvania Power Company 2781.76 Peppies Natural Gas Company 6507.31 Columbia Natural Gas Company 122.81 plus a withdrawn objection by T. W. Phillips Gas & Oil Company 2063.50 and a dropped heating scheduled after a June 1 bill of 5458.84.
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Public Utility Commission
Public ‘Utility
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Pennsylvania
Associated Gas & Electric Company
Bradford
Lycoming
Potter
Sullivan
Susquehanna
Tioga
Wayne
Peppies Natural Gas Company
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Blair
Cambria
Clarion
Fayette
Green
Indiana
Lawrence
Washington
Westmoreland
Columbia Natural Gas Company
Allegheny
Armstrong
Butler
T. W. Phillips Gas & Oil Company
Five of Family Hurt in Crash Latrobe
Latrobe reports a trio of cars collision left five family members and two others injured. Robert Reed, a state game commissioner, rode in one vehicle with a broken right arm. Calvin Bowers, 30, of Hyndman, Mrs. Bowers, their three children, and Mike Pryor of Cumberland were treated. Mrs. Bowers suffered a brain concussion and possible skull fracture.
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Latrobe Hospital
Robert Reed
Calvin Bowers
Hyndman
Roosevelt in London Inspires Mixed Public Views
London residents muse on President Roosevelt amid capricious chatter about dress codes and diplomacy. Cabby remarks on potential dangers if Roosevelt visits, while many favor a Hyde Park Sunday picnic and a simple country day, praising his considerate approach as almost British.
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London
Scouts Camporee At Camp O Ree A Weekend Of Scoutcraft
Scouts from William Penn Council gather at Camp O Ree June 16 17 for a noncompetitive Camporee emphasis on packing cooking camp setup and nature knowledge. Contests in fire making archery rifle and wood chopping add spice with medals and special emblems awarded. A Friday campfire features songs and stories and visitors may attend.
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William Penn Council
Transfer pattern by Carol Day for smock and bag
Pattern 8810 offers a raglan sleeve smock with drawstring neckline and a large embroidery-friendly pocket. Includes a sew chart and fabric guidance for gingham or percale, pattern B510 in one size medium, plus the Spring and Summer Pattern Book. Send 15c, name, address, style number and size to Indiana Evening Gazette Pattern Bureau in New York City.
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Indiana Evening Gazette
Seventh Avenue
New York City
N.o
Centralia Folks Pay Debts Go Modern as Oil Wells Flow
In Centralia Illinois 71 year old farmer James Oliver Shanafelt paid down debt after oil was found on his 160 acre farm northeast of the city. Oil boom boosts income for church and city royalty spans 42 wells with 1938 1937 and early 1939 production figures rising sharply.
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James Oliver Shanafelt
Jim Shanatfelts
Illinois
Tillinois
Shanafelt
Young
Tihy
Centratia
Local visitors and trips noted in Homer City area
Homer City residents hosted and visited friends and relatives in a series of social calls. Names include Russell Rhine family, Rev. Samuel Hill and wife traveling to England, and guests from Lisbon Ohio Johnstown Indiana Trade City Nanty-Glo Lincoln Place and Lincoln.
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Mary Catherine
Jean
Shir Igg
Washington, D.C
Samuel Hill
Methodist Church
England
W. H. Craig
Virginia
Lisbon
Ohio
J. B. Tomb
H. G. Eldridge
Nanty-Glo
A. A. Foust
G. Fervier
Ruth
Alta Zoe
Johnstown
A. M. Frederick
Fred Mack
Gwennie Lee
Alte Kay
Indiana
Wilfred Deboney
Arthur Allison
Shirley
Crew of Burning Boat Rescued Near Cape Race
East Coast Radio reports the French barque Ben Hur crew of 34 were saved by the liner Duchess of Bedford after the vessel caught fire at sea. The Duchess continued to Liverpool about 180 miles ENE of Cape Race, while the Ben Hur was abandoned in a sinking condition.
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Canadian Pacific
Montreal
Liverpool
Cape Race
St. Malo
Bloodhounds scour Buena Vista escape gang on the run
Bloodhounds were rushed into the Midland mountain country today to search for six state reformatory inmates who vowed they would not be captured. Led by two convicts recaptured after an escape six weeks ago, the gang kidnapped Warden Walter H. Johnson and three visitors during a softball game. They seized guard Charles Archer's rifle and automobile keys under threat of kidnapping the warden.
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Colo
Midland
State Reformatory
Reformatory
Walter H. Johnson
Charles Archer
Fire Blight Outbreak Reported Across Indiana County
County Agent John W. Warner says a serious outbreak of fire blight affects apple and pear trees throughout Indiana County. The bacterial disease shows dieback of branch tips, fading after seven days, with pruning advised after November 1. Spray when trees are in full bloom to control spread by cankers and pollinating bees.
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Indiana County
John W. Warner
Warner
Wheat and cattle market report with mixed prices
Wheat opened steady to a fractional decline as favorable weekend weather supported crop development across districts. July and September wheat futures showed little change, corn mostly unchanged to down. Hog and cattle sales appeared fairly active, with steady to slightly lower prices on hogs and cattle, top steers hitting around 10.00 per 1125 pounds, and cows and heifers edging lower or steady.
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Joraing
Mrs Lindy: Broadway’s Brightest Hostess on Lindy Own
Damon Runyan extols Mrs. Leo Linderman known as Mrs. Lindy, wife of Linderman proprietor of Lindy’s Broadway restaurants. The piece contrasts Old Lindy’s on Fiftieth Street with New Lindy’s, noting their roles as social hubs for actors, writers, musicians, and press figures across day and night life.
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Vealer and lamb prices ease at market report
Steady good and choice vealers 9.00 to 9.50, salable sheep 2,000 head. Spring lambs about 50 cents lower, good and choice 9.50 to 10.50. Yearlings 8.50 down, good sheep 4.00 to 4.59.
Bruised Hands Clue In Death Slaying Of Mrs Gormley
Pittsburgh police hunted today for a man with bruised hands in the slaying of Laura Gormley 48 a widow and East clothing merchant found strangled and beaten in her store quarters last Saturday Detectives noted the suspect may have used his hands and predicted bruises Coroner said no criminal assault robbery motive is possible due to an empty money bag found in the store Gormley had run the shop for 13 years since her husband a Westinghouse worker died Her friends say she was deeply religious and she was mother to a nun teaching in Alabama
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Pittsburgh
Laura Gormlye
Walter Monaghan
Gormley
Westinghouse
Alabama
Mrs Broadway Lindy of Old Lindy’s on Broadway
A portrait of Mrs. Lindy, longtime figure at Old Lindy’s on Broadway, beloved by the chatty crowd and gamblers alike. She arrived as Clara Gertner, married Len Linderman, and built a life amid the bustling, noisy streets she loves. Her family, travels, and devotion to Broadway mark a storied chapter of the White Way.
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Broadway
Lindy
Mrs. Lindy
Clara Gertner
Herman
Forlicg
White Way
Len Linderman
Sam Horowitz
Joseph Kramer
Horowitz
Kramer
Austria
Poland
Carpathian Mountains
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