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Newspaper

Mckean Democrat

Location

Smethport, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Aug 28, 1919

Page

3

Cummings Decries League Policy Amid Domestic War Calls

Chairman Cummings accuses Republicans of dodging war-time issues and misrepresenting the League of Nations, urging ratification of the covenant. He notes Western support for the President, condemns delays in Congress, and warns of unresolved domestic problems while officials push costly reports.

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Kindergarten helps for parents and children in home

A fragment discusses how music brings joy to children, noting songs as among the first joys for little people. References include Phanapraph Records for Children in the Home and names Ty Theresa Wild, Wie Chiat Hey, and mentions of singing, painting, and sharing moments with mothers.

Grandula le Quay Ate Eoudren Vietor Ty Theresa Wild

Drinks of Colonial Timea and the mystery ingredient

The article describes a colonial beverage scene with odd terms like Micetlcal Snemy and Gez carer tep, noting mixtures of wine water sugar and a list of local names. It references a drink called xangarre and mentions elder toys and Haw dram briefly in a Philadelphia Ledger context.

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Ancient mosquitoes two million years old study

A fragment discusses the age of mosquitoes and their fossil record. It cites A A Coe of the University of Colorado and mentions possible Culex genus specimens from Breen reeks and Greed river leads, with dates and regional references.

A. Coe University of Colorado Erie Winchester

The Safe Deposit Box and Liberty Bonds Tale

A first person reminiscence recalls buying a small safe deposit box for liberty bonds and valuables. The piece details the allure of storage, the discovery of insurance policies and papers inside, the need for a larger box, and the ensuing realization that the box held more than expected. It ends with a reflective note on misgivings about the system and a wistful nod to New York City.

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Unclear OCR fragment prompts sports note

Fragmentary text mentions names and terms that resemble a sports or event report but lacks coherent details. Readable bits include personal names and fragmented phrases, offering insufficient context to identify a clear event, date, or outcome.

Tribute to the Lilac and Whertus Maple Beauty

A fragmentary tribute describes a Lilac and Whertus maple in bloom, praising their beauty and timeless presence. The passage mentions flowering periods, wall, window, and garden imagery, with a nostalgic tone for Newhilti nore Aerie and a longed for season of blossoms.

Fragmented OCR prompts a vague historical note

The readable text hints at an aerial motorcycle, a machine with unclear purpose, and references to a motorized device or event. It lacks coherent names, places, or dates, leaving only scattered terms and partial phrases.

Women Swear Laws And Social Rules Stir Debate At Seminary

An article surveys gender norms as a Philadelphia Press piece notes a 19th century Tennessee and North Carolina case where swearing by five people triggers legal concerns while various states bracket female behavior. It questions why women imitate men and highlights a scene at a girls seminary with drinking and smoking among students.

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Stereoscope Aided World War War Photo Technique

The piece explains how stereoscopic views enhanced wartime photography. It describes using stereo cameras and airplane photography to produce true depth perceptions. Photographers adjusted distances to simulate a commander’s view, turning distorted early images into accurate battlefield pictures.

The Czecho-Slovaks and the Bible Printing Struggle

The Czecho-Slovaks gained national independence and won the right to read and print the Bible in their own language. Austrian and Italian authorities faced pressure as the Bible in Czech and Slovak languages was contested and often censored. Persecution and government restrictions continued, hindering the spread of native religious texts.

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Americans Eat Little Mutton Reveals Diet Comparisons

An observed diet pattern shows Americans consume little mutton with only about 11 percent of roasted meat being mutton. Canada near 7 percent, Britain and France similar to Americans, while the United States averages 150 pounds of dressed meat per person annually, most from beef and pork with mutton and lamb a small share. Hog and horse meat show much higher per capita use, contrasting with mutton’s smaller role.

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Brita invention aids water flow and air bag concept

A distorted text fragment mentions a British invention related to water flow control and a gas bag, noting years of experimentation and a novel propulsion idea. It references a negative reception and partial details, with scattered phrases about testing and potential applications. The readable parts imply a historical note on early fluid dynamic devices and buoyant components.

Official Directory Smethport state government and local offices

Official directory lists Smethport officials from Governor Brumbaugh to local Borough and county posts. It covers state executives, legislators, sheriffs, clerks, auditors, commissioners, school superintendents, district attorney, mercantile appraiser, jail and court staff, and borough officers. Also notes local industry and attractions and banking.

B. W. Jones Smethport C. C. Choate J. H. Howe Bradford B. F. Storaky Smatttport Qlwrk Frank R. Faator Frank Potter A. M. Marsh S. Gahagan Madowstl T. K. Fisherly A. KR Anderson Clermont John B. Eastman E. BR. Sherman Wm. H. Morrison W. G. Molder H. D. Otto Seilester C. W. Shattuck Joseph F. Rabin Ron. Bradford Palm Bureau P. & Cransman C. L. Torah C. 0. Taylor Harvey G. Berkhouse Kane C. M. Colegrove Dennie Davis Kane Griffin Flatfield Stadford Edward 3Fartin Marvindale Thos. HH. Morrison F. M. Webster F. M. Weight Eidred

Lodge Directory for Fraternal Lodges in Smethport Area

Directory listing fraternal lodge meetings and officers including Mekcin Lodge 338 meets monthly in Mason Hall with W M and secretary. Smethport Lodge 289 meets Fridays with initiatory degrees. Smethport Encampment 278 meets first and third Wednesdays. Ideal Rebekah Lodge 69 meets first and third Mondays. Smethport Branch 26 meets Tuesdays and third Thursdays. Phoenix Ghanter 15 meets first and third Saturdays. notes officers and locations in O F hall and I O O F hall.

Smethport Lodge Hall Louis Dickinson NLC Rh Cc Gleason Secy Smethport Halt J. A. Jolnston C. BP J. A Swanson Ideal Rebekah Lodge F. Hall Lizze Deiglen G. Rachel P. Amster Wr. H.C. Smethport Branch T. O. O. F. Hall Pearl Whalen Anna QO Stark, Seey

All Saints Memorial Chapel Service Notice

All Saints Memorial Chapel East Smethport. Divine service and Sunday school every Sunday at 3 30 p.m. Rector Wal Vandyke.

All Saints Memorial Chapel East Smethport Wal Vandyke Methodist Episcopal Church Thanching Epworth League A. m Hay Arythur Gregson Episcopal Church TY. WM Vondyke

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