08 May 1939
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Newspaper
Middlesboro Daily News
Location
Middlesboro, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1939
Page
1
Fragmented OCR notes report cattle calves hogs and sheep prices with references to bids from Cincinnati. It notes Friday week comparisons, higher and lower trends, and mentions replacement prices and wholesale figures across various grades and weights.
Shanghai College reports a surge in enrollment with 870 students, reflecting rapid growth in city governance and church outreach. The Congregation for the Propagation of Faith notes the school serves a broad age range and emphasizes local outreach in Shanghai.
A locally published note thanks many residents for assistance in painting Mr. Jon Chie and lists scores of individuals with small monetary amounts or acknowledgments. The message presents a community gesture of appreciation across multiple towns and helpers, reflecting a period piece of neighborhood gratitude and social ties.
A fragmented report describes a gathering at the home of Mrachil Miller with eight o'clock start. Contests included judging spring mowers and dining events. Awards went to Mrs Ed Warghington and Mrs Maveline for top prizes amid lively competition.
A fragmented history of Old Yellow Creek Church near Yellow Creek, recounting a Civil War era split, a new building at Hall Street, and a later mediation led by Rev. Frazier Moore with Rev. Robie Inkins. The piece notes Sunday school attendance, a divided congregation, and efforts to restore harmony in the community.
An unusual ensemble led by Cesil Mites of Roundhead, Kenton, plans its debut soon then a state tour under Jonderchin management. The group, described as sightless, aims to perform despite misprints and ciphers in the text.
A fragment notes formation of the Chamberkid Gay Civic Club by local residents in Cumberland to promote community ties and recreation. Officers named Mary O’S and Liam Shytees reportedly arranged plans for new tennis courts and broader outreach, with hopes for future monthly meetings and stronger civic engagement.
A PTA group reorganized the Claiborne County Council headed by Mes. Te ML Eimer Kraxvile at Lincoln Memorial University. Officers elected include Mrs. Jess Badal as president Mrs. Emily Lands ley Creek as secretary and Otly C. Church Vazewell as treasurer despite all but one unit in Claiborne reportedly participating.
Charles F. Stewart surveys Republican hopes for the 1930 presidential nomination. He notes straw polls show a slim Roosevelt renomination edge, with Dewey favored by many as the GOP’s strongest contender. The piece mentions Wallace, Taft, Garner, Clark, and Bricker as potential figures, highlighting Dewey’s rising prominence amid intra party jockeying.
Fragments report almond shoots growing from a palm trunk this year. Mention of parkins Whit hottering Mus solini and a note about the Spanish army appears amid garbled text. No coherent event or clear dates emerge from the readable portions.
Jessica slides into her father’s arms after a party as Eleanor plans a dinner and the family chats at home. Phil worries about money, Eleanor’s writing, and their baby on the way while Jessica teases him with party stories and fashion notes. The scene ends with a vow to return to work and a hint of future developments.
Post 11h listening recounts a civic event in Middlestar as a Geld Vista mare wins a Derby style race amid crowd chatter. Callison's clock stops at 4s and local police detain two celebrants after a late night disturbance.
Lincoln Nebraska coverage tells of Ervine Kuelin planning to graduate from Teineohy High School while pursuing a University of Nebraska diploma. The narrative recalls his long journey from youth and minimal formal schooling to completing education with support from family and friends.
In Wiardsboro Vermont Mrs Alvan Conant marked her 100th birthday with an all town observance. A long-time resident for 65 years, she was celebrated by the community in a fitting tribute to her centenary.
Night officer Richard Snyder responded to a call about a furry animal in the gutter. He found a baby badger that had wandered into the city from the foothills. The event prompted curiosity and a cautious, humane approach by local authorities.
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