Penrod and Sam Firework Revolver Prank Gone Wrong
Penrod and Sam find a revolver in a stable and stage a risky shootout that ends with a sudden, dangerous interruption. A young colored man confronts the boys, confiscates the weapon, and admonishes them about gun safety before leaving. The episode ends with Penrod dreading guns and vowing to avoid them.
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Penrod
Sam
Hoctor
Perrod
Hand of Peorod
Tie
Tim
White Bey
Gui
Notable European Elders Gather in Aging Haze
A general note observes several of Europe’s most distinguished gentlemen at this moment in a shared aging state of mind. The remark highlights a common reflection on age among prominent figures across nations and periods.
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Europe
Digest of Automobile Laws Enforced by State Police
Captain Herbert Smith announces strict enforcement of new automobile regulations. Provisions cover registration plates, licensing ages, operator requirements, lighting, horn use, and safe speeds with penalties for violations.
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Herbert Smith
Lancaster
Bell
State Highway Department
Commonwealth
U S Wealth Lead Shown In Prewar Figures
A Royal Statistical Society presentation by Professor J C Stamp compares prewar wealth and income in England Germany and the United States. He places U S capital at about 210 billion dollars and income near 6.26 billion, with per head capital around 2 120 and a leading status in wealth. Germany trails in total wealth though higher per capita income for some measures. France Italy Austria and others show lower per capita capital figures. Japan shows capital near 12 billion with 220 per head and 30 income per person. Spain lingers with low income per head around 55.
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Siam
Royal Statistical Society
J. C. Stamp
England
Germany
United States
Stamp
Emsland
United
Italy
Austria
Japan
Spain
Europe
16 Year Old Giant Marine Returns From France
James Shue of West Marietta comes home after service with the United States Marines in France. He was the youngest Mariettan to enlist, barely fourteen when he joined two years ago. He served in the Fifth Regiment and escaped all engagements with no injuries aside from gas. His height has grown to nearly six feet.
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James Shue
West Marietta
United States Marines
Shue
Federal funding advances nut variety research nationwide
The Federal Government allocates 20000 for nut improvement, focusing on pecans almonds Persian walnuts black walnuts and hickories. The program aims to assess varieties for regional adaptability and tackle cultivation challenges in the United States. An initial survey will map native species including black walnut shagbark shellbark pigmat hickories butternut and hazelnut to guide superior propagations.
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United States
Farm Errand Sparks Allentown Post Hitching Quarrel
A farmer ties his team to a telegraph post in Allentown prompting a burly police officer to intervene. The farmer argues he cannot hitch elsewhere, pointing to a sign that threatens a fine for hitching.
Manheim Hershey trolley line proposed in Lancaster County
M S Hershey endorses a Manheim to Hershey trolley route after three surveys confirm the plan. Rights of way secured, plans and specifications completed, and tentative financing in place. Delays stem from labor conditions delaying definite completion timelines.
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Lancaster County
Manheim
Hershey
M. S. Hershey
Chocolate King
Concrete refrigerator gains popularity with gleaming fittings
Popular Mechanics notes the concrete refrigerator grows in use and novelty. It praises its indestructibility and sanitary design with no joints to trap dirt, and doors that fit snugly despite temperature or humidity changes.
Lancaster County Jail Delivery Proclamation 1919
Public notice from Sheriff C. G. Garber announcing the Lancaster Court of Common Pleas will convene on the second Monday in September 1919 for jail delivery and general quarter sessions. Officials and the public are summoned to attend with rolls records examinations and inquiries to prosecute or defend as appropriate. Dated August 1919 Lancaster.
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Qourt
Herhas Phe Hon Cilarues
Y Landis
Jabon
Assleh
Court of Common Pleas
Tha Sounty
Lancaster
City of
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Lan Caster
County of
County of Lancaster
C. G. Garber
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Fenrod
Penro
Halat
Penrod R. Réorn
Gaul
Sera
Peared
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Ofcce
U. S
Atlantic City
Ocean City
Wildwood
Cape May
Philadelphia
Reading Terminal
Chestnut Street Ferry
Philadelphia & Reading Railroad
E. Petersburg
Lititz
Millway
Akron
Ephrata Stevens
Denver
Reinholds
Vinemont
Fritztown
Reading
Terr
Fare Jlvam
Ais
France
Allentown
Palm Beach
Graffi Wolf Co
N. Queen St
Manheth
Keystone
Keystome Hide Co
S. Prince St. Lancaster
Noarest
Crown Manufacturing Company
Wayne Street
Phelps, N. Y
Donovan
Victor
Columbia
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