Eight Thousand Five Hundred Eighty Sheep in Lawrence County
The state department notes Lawrence County farms hold 8,580 sheep in 1923, up slightly from 8,459 in 1920 but far below 1910 levels of 13,687. Deputy Secretary John M. McKee links declines to changing conditions, free-range western competition, and shifting farm income toward dairying. He urges larger Pennsylvania flocks, cites low tariffs aiding growers, and highlights dog-law protections reducing losses.
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Lawrence County
State Department
John M. McKee
Pennsylvania
North Tier
Washington
Greene
Bees Convert His Home Into Hive in Cumberland
J R Bunion of 413 Beall Street reports a large swarm has occupied his home in Cumberland. He observed dozens of bees buzzing around the posts of the upper porch as the hive took shape.
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Cumberland
Mad
J. R. Bunion
Beall Street
Bees Swarm Takes Over Wall Nook At House Porch
In the rear of the house a large swarm joined others and entered the outside wall through a hole by the porch. They are making honey inside and show no signs of leaving Mr Runion reports. No inconvenience or concern noted.
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Mr. Runion
Sharp Shot Ends Sparrow Hawk at 168 Yards Near Belgrade
Belgrade Montana June 13 W B Wallace and two companions spotted a sparrow hawk 100 yards away while plinking with a .22 rifle. After a missed first shot the hawk moved to a tree farther off. Wallace fired again and the hawk dropped dead at a measured 168 yards.
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Belgrade
Mont
W. B. Wallace
Tyler On Trial For Morgan Murder
Ernest Tyler, charged with murder in the first degree over the slaying of Floyd Morgan, Beaver Falls merchant, is on trial. The commonwealth contends Tyler and three accomplices entered the Morgan store March 26 to rob it, with James Hansome named as the club wielder in confessions.
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Beaver
Ernest Tyler
Floyd Morgan
Beaver Falls
Commonwealth
Tyler
Fred Collins
Fred Crocker
James Hansome
Morgan Store
Hansome
Collins
Crocker
McGoun
Broad way to destruction a one way street
A brief reflection notes the broad path to ruin is typically a one way route. It implies irreversible choices and singular direction toward downfall.
Britain’s clear policy aim contrasts with unclear U.S. stance
The remark notes a key difference in national approach, asserting Britain defines its foreign policy while the United States wields a less defined, evolving stance. It emphasizes the value of a declared objective in diplomatic conduct.
Vendor tonic touts relief for indigestion and nerves
New Castle residents report improved appetite and energy after two bottles of Vendol from McKee's Rut Rate Store. Charles Brooks of Scott Street, a B&O carpenter, testifies he was constipated, plagued by gas and headaches, but now feels well and says his wife stays busy cooking for him.
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New Castle
McKee
Charles Brooks
Scott St
Vendor
Eastern Star Ends Convention After Electing Officers
The Grand Chapter of Pennsylvania Order of the Eastern Star closed its annual convention in Erie after installing officers. Mary L. Nash of Scranton and William J. Foster of Lancaster were elected worthy grand matron and worthy grand patron. Madeline W. Barnes of Pittsburgh and Belle C. Williams of Scranton were chosen grand secretary and grand treasurer, respectively, with Williams honored for her twenty-fifth wedding anniversary and presented a bag containing $1,000 in gold.
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Erie
Grand Chapter
Pennsylvania
Order of the Eastern Star
Mary L. Nash
Scranton
William J. Foster
Lancaster
Madeline W. Barnes
Pittsburgh
Belle C. Williams
Ike Waltons Cottage Restored and Dedicated
In Shallowford near Stafford the cottage linked to Izaak Walton was opened after restoration and formally dedicated to his memory. Lord Stafford, lord high steward, performed the ceremony and mused on Walton’s angling as recreation and nature communion rather than mere sport.
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London
Izaak Walton
Shallowford
Stafford
Walton
Lord Stafford
Mice Thrive on Barren Carrington Island
Salt Lake City June 13 A survey on Carrington Island in the Great Salt Lake finds it barren with no fresh water and no life except abundant mice. Eli F. Taylor of the U S land office reports the island supports rodent life despite the desolate conditions.
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Salt Lake City
Carrington Island
Great Salt Lake
Eli F. Taylor
United States Land Office
Kojene Antiseptic Claims to Cure Catarrh Dangers
An advertisement touts Kojene as a powerful non poisonous antiseptic that destroys pernicious germs of catarrh and clears nasal passages. It promotes a six ounce bottle for 60 cents available at New Castle Drug Corp McKee's Kut Rate Store and other druggists with a money back guarantee if catarrh isn’t gone in a week.
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New Castle Drug Corp
McKee
Kut Rate Store
Daughters of 1812 Share Flag Data and Creed pamphlets
New Castle chapter reports data on the American flag and Flag Day from the National Americanism commission. The pamphlets include The American's Creed, flag etiquette guidance, and extensive flag history from June 14 1777 to early battles, symbolism, and the origin of Old Glory with notes on the flag’s meanings and national significance.
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Daughters of 1812
New Castle
National Americanism Commission
American Legion Conference
Wm. Tyler Page
United States of America
United States
Britain
France
America
Fort Stanwix
Rome
N. Y
Oriskany
Remedy Claim Appeals for Stomach Relief
A testimonial asserts Mayr’s Wonderful Remedy eases stomach trouble by removing catarrhal mucus and reducing intestinal inflammation. The seller promises money back after one dose and notes availability at McKee's Kut Rate Store and other leading druggists.
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Mayr
McKee
Kut
Ornggists
Steel Tube to Carry Natural Gas 210 Miles
A continuous steel tube 210 miles long with no couplings will be laid this summer between Shreveport Louisiana and Beaumont Texas. The sixteenth inch diameter line will cross rivers creeks and run underground through four counties to deliver gas to Beaumont. Oxyacetylene welding will seal joints replacing screw couplings to reduce upkeep and gas loss.
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Kirbyville
Tex
Texas-Lousiana Natural Gas
Shreveport
Beaumont
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Hawk
Atlantic
Atlantic Engineers
Atlantic Motor Oil
Carpenter
Eastern Star
Ike Walton
Admiral
Aldershot
Cassimere
East Washington St
Isle
India
Persia
Egypt
William Driver
Charles Doggett
Brandywine
Nassau
Bahama Islands
Fort Nassau
LaMotte Piquet
Quiberon Bay
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