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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1925
Page
24
A concise feature series by William K. Hutchinson explores the personal pastimes of prominent national figures. The piece offers intimate glimpses into how leaders and celebrated individuals spend their free moments, revealing quirks and common interests that humanize public life.
Oregon Senator Charles L McNary, renowned farm bloc leader, runs a 200 acre Salem prune and filbert orchard. He pioneered filbert culture, authored a 1916 culture pamphlet, and uses grafting and pollen transfer to boost yields. Golfing habit and humor about scores round out a rare horticultural legislator profile.
The article notes J Thomas Heffin recalling his regret that his bid for re election coincided with Washington's pennant and world series victory. Heffen waited nine years for the event but forwent attending the series due to campaign duties.
Principal N G Leslie reports progress across Highland and West Side schools after eight years in the system. He notes platoon organization at Highland, improved classroom work, better discipline, and gains in arithmetic while urging improved heating and ventilation at West Side and planning for Arthur McGill expansions.
The subject secured her eighth victory in as many contests indicating dominant performance and perfect start to the season.
Hut Volant led Hut to an inspection banner of 89 points marking a new two week record, with Cubs scoring 98. Joe Strimater oversaw inspections as others posted 88 or 85. Merit badge results listed several names. White team won a 10 to 8 baseball game under captains Donald Switzer and James. The camp prepared for today’s meet at John M. Phillips scout camp with axes and spade belt stamps distributed.
Scouts noted today the sender locations in signaling contests and established stakes for string burning.
Higgins Bros advertises a two day sale on Monday and Tuesday with a wide selection, urging shoppers to compare prices and note the unusual quality and low prices offered.
Rev Alma Broadhead pastor of Hartsville Community Church Hartsville New York will speak at both morning and evening services at the First Baptist Church this Sunday August 16.
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