New Castle District Faces Big War Tax Revenue Outlook
The district calculates large monthly war tax receipts from theater admissions as U S figures show about 390,000 patrons monthly across twenty western counties. Officials estimate per-person and per-ticket taxes vary by venue, with Pittsburg theatres sometimes charging 20 cents per ticket. The data suggests significant daily spending on amusement while workers face potential wage losses from shutdowns. Officials caution about integration with broader fuel and labor decisions amid wartime policy.
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New Castle Theaream
Ui Steel Nates Payi
Gves
Tobacen
Tun & Eloge
VEY
Fon Beers
Len
Ealioes Tlon
Adents Fool
Hte
Pittsburgh
Federal frost order sparks broad convoy of telegrams and debate
A published plan outlines federal coal controls debated by officials and lawmakers. Garfield, the coal administrator, met with legal experts to craft an order to be enforced nationwide amid storms and transport disruptions. Senators, congressmen, and industry leaders voiced opposition or cautious support as officials projected coal savings and balanced supply under the plan.
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Tt Ab Rondy
Stelkos
American Federation of Labor
Tare
Brevetary Morrison
Bndng
Pravent
Fel
Howitt
Wilson
Garfield Hignot
Mie
Jon
Furl
Warry A. Garfield
Fis Annauienion
Mikes
Wight
Mens
Hallerton
Marcel
Hunendad
Witte Hote
Cali
Versideni
Ato
Coal Administration
Nation to Buy Coal Under Fuel Administration Order
Officials report a government plan to purchase coal under the Fuel Administration. Distribution will favor in transit shipments to indies and state agencies, with the rest diverted to the state or industry users. Officials expect shifts in supply and protests noted by industrial leaders.
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Fellmuinistyalars
Aukers
Nn Fuel Administration
Mirosius Tony
Paul
Marie
Fel
Tomas Y
Garfield
Garlohl
Paker
Daniels
Herman Veon Answers Call for Aviation Work
Herman Veon of Newport and far Wanpum appears before Sergeant Meredith at the local U S recruiting station to enlist in the aviation service. The call seeks skilled workers for aeroplane construction and maintenance in France with urgent training and potential government stipends, highlighting volunteers under 21 and the need to fill 1,408 positions by January end.
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Herman Veon
Newport
Far
Wanpum
Suubey Ri
Bis’ Courtaull
Uyele
France
David S. Dye
Ely Ulinn
Loday
Anidie
Jene
Ara Aes
Janiris
Sandyer
Avere
Vennayivanta
Serngeant Meredith
Bank loan subscriptions falter amid war bond drive amid poor weather
Subscriptions for Liberty Loan bonds lag, causing a panic among bankers and the public. Reports from Cleveland show banks denying further advances as donors struggle to meet obligations amid harsh economic strain and a rush to secure funds for the war effort.
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Liberty
Jean - Ana
Tatler Rm
Pan UN
Baurke Federal Egarve Bank
Clevelant
Perurnmione
Dir
Brunettes Appear Less In Divorces In 1900s Era
A garbled 1900s era report suggests brunettes faced fewer divorces in a New York context. Despite scattered phrases about brides, grooms, and social norms, the legible facts highlight a trend toward darker hair appearing less in divorce records, with unclear specifics and many broken names.
Telegraphy School Opens On Tuesday
Government wireless telegraphy school for trained men will open next Tuesday evening on North Main Street. Instruction by Ree Vateh, holder of sovereign Veansa for the work, offers evening sessions through to Wednesday. All interested men are eligible to attend.
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Knox, Long
Orrine For Drinking Men Trial Notes Highlight
Fragmentary notes discuss Orrine as a treatment for drinking men, mentioning trial secrecy and home administration. References include a Washington street address and a $100 fee, with vague urgency about results.
High Cost Hits Sleighing Parties
High costs disrupt sleighing gatherings as local leaders note rising prices for drayage and horses. A New Wilmington plan to hire transport for a party is questioned after a drayman quotes twenty dollars for a group, prompting consideration and skepticism among organizers.
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Alida
New Wilmins
Ing-B-Ling-Ding
New Wilmington
Open House At Y M L C A
Open House event described for city workers with free movies and entertainment. Attendees must sign in on the provided billing sheet. event aims to offer recreation during fire days and plant conservation periods.
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Howe
Contex Order of the National
Ligdarsasd
Howard Munnell sells East Washington Street grocery store
In a interview Howard Munnell states he has disposed of the grocery store on East Washington Street due to business conditions. Possession to be given Wednesday evening January. inventory to be completed first. Munnell has been in business there for many years and thanks friends and patrons while considering future work offers.
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Howard Muoneil
Washington Street
Groce
Munnell Hagueen
Aileen
Mr. Mumnell Fing
Nemes
Registrations Classified by County Board
County board classifies 2700 registrants with 252 total registrants noted, awaiting tabulation by class. Names appear scattered in a jumble of likely personal and place references amid incomplete details and stray typographical errors.
Anniversary Observance and City Leaders Praise Maitland
Nev. Sam Maitland celebrated his 15th spiritual birthday at the Greenwood church where a dinner was served by congregation members. The event featured prayers, addresses by Rev. Snift and Rev. Williams, a patriotic rally, and a benediction with Holy Communion. Attendees included local clergy and residents. the day ended with a patriotic talk by William Kennedy.
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Sam Maitland
Jall
Nev. Jf
Stratton
Tha Rose Natal Mathaisist Church
Wow. Snift
Vark Chinettan
Matelind
Jatios 1
Muftley
YOM UA
Philips
Mo OW
Lestie
Athare
Guise
Hey
Miftland
M. W Williams
WW. Suiff
Park Ghris
Man Church
M. B. Willian
Methodist Eharch
Seurze A
Dickson
Germany
William Kenedy
New Caste Board of Trade
America
Atatfig
United States
George A. Dirksoi
William Meonedy
Jenni Forquer
Mary Captain
C. B. Philips
van Deke
M. W. Leste
James J. Mulley
W. W. Snitt
Anil Mra
M. B. Williama
Hew
G. Farr
P Shafer
Hav
W. d. Vaiehn
Complaints to City Food Inspector on Butter Handling
Complaints reach City Food Inspector about handling butter prints sold to patrons. Patrons use fingers instead of small forks. this violates law and will be condemned. Inspectors warn dealers to deliver milk bottles with corks intact and remind customers to reject water in dirty bottles lacking corks.
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Pood
Jemen Ungon
Fond Duspecter
Fim
Mada Macedon Epanters Ubix
MUK
Wmeon
Ula
Carriei
First Annual Banquet Highlights War Efforts and Women’s Labor
The event showcases national manufacturing strides and fuel shortages impact on wartime plant operations. It notes labor challenges in shipbuilding and praises women taking on roles formerly held by men, including redesigned machinery to increase leverage and output.
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Mru
Constantine
Red Cross
Pink Fined Fifty Dollars After Arrest on Mercer Street
John Fink faced a $50 fine and costs after an incident near the Foy Hotel on South Mercer Street. He resisted officers and damaged city property during the arrest, with Mayor Newell and City Solicitor Gardner arguing over the charges and the extent of his alleged resistance. Local speakers discussed wartime labor and women’s roles as electrical equipment and factory discussions unfolded.
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John Fink
Foy Hotel
South Mercer Street
Newell
Costa
Vink
William J. Porter
Sie
Jin
Olliver Wesman
Ton McMahon
Aastrance
Gily
Janes A. Gardner
Elty
Ant Pink
Mayer
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