Convention Of Moose In Western Pennsylvania Under Way
Delegates from 27 western counties gather in New Castle for the third annual Western Pennsylvania Association of the Loyal Order of Moose. Registrations open, committees meet, and a ceremonial tonight precedes a three day program with luncheons, entertainments, and official welcomes from Mayor Charlies E. McGrath.
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Western Pennsylvania Association of the Loyal Order of Moose
Moose
South Mercer Street
Moose Home
Trinity Church
Legion of the Moose
Mercer Stree
Charlies E. McGrath
New Castle
Harvest season opens as Mercer weeds cut on highways
The report notes the first cutting of the season on weeds along state highways in Mercer County while farms in the area begin hay mowing. A large charity lawn fete at the courthouse lawn benefits the Children’s Home. Work begins to replace defective curbing on North Brent as crowds fill the event.
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Pa News
Mercer County
Mercer
Court House
Thes Plice
North Brrent
Daily Weather Report Summary of U S Weather
United States weather statistics for the 24 hours ending at 5 p.m. Wednesday show a maximum temperature of 5 degrees and a minimum of 54 with precipitation described as Indies. River stage is 4.7 feet with unclear wording regarding dates and terms. The report also mentions a separate entry with a maximum of Alf and a minimum of 35 and no precipitation.
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United States
Indies
Two Girl Scouts Represent United States at Swiss Encampment
Two of five Girl Scouts chosen to represent the United States at an international encampment in Switzerland in July are pictured. The honorees are Virginia Brittingham, 18, of Wilmington Delaware, and Patricia Townley, 18, of Abilene Kansas.
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United States
Switzerland
Virginia Brittingham
Wilmington
Del
Patricia Townley
Abilene
Kas
Federal Lending Plan Aims 3.86 Billion for Economy
President Roosevelt proposed a federal lending program to inject three billion seven hundred eighty-six million dollars into the economy over seven years. Loans of eight hundred seventy million dollars would be issued in the 1939 40 fiscal year, with the rest directed to self liquidating projects. He spoke in a letter to Senator Byrnes about the impact if Congress earmarked WPA funds for public works.
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George Duano
Congress
Elevated Train Struck By Lightning In Chicago
A fierce storm struck Chicago as a lightning bolt hit an elevated train injuring two passengers during the rush to exits. Fire crews prevented flood waters from reaching Westlake hospital boilers, averting a potential blast that could have endangered about 200 patients.
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International News Services
Chicago
Westlake Hospital
Jews in Bohemia Must Report of Their Property
About 200000 Jews and roughly 68 million dollars in property were ordered to register by a decree from Baron Constantin Von Neursth, Bohemia Moravia protector. Jews must report holdings by July 31 and cannot sell or dispose of assets without permission. Gold, gems, art, and similar valuables must also be registered with Geiman commissioners.
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International
Prague
Constantin von Neursth
Retely
Bohemia and
Moravia
Geiman
New Deal Leaders Oppose One Term Six Years for President
Washington June 22 New deal leaders plan to defeat the Burke one term six year amendment aimed at limiting the presidency to a single six year term. The move seeks to deter a third Roosevelt term while not blocking his future ambitions and has strong Senate backing for a July 3 committee vote.
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New Deal
William K. Hutchinson
Roosevelt
Congress
International News Service
Guffey
Pennsylvania
Smithers
New Jersey
Smither
Burke
Believes Resistance Undermines Tientsin Blockade
United States consul general John K. Caldwell in Tientsin says Allied resistance in the foreign concessions is undermining the Japanese blockade. He cites declining trade in the Japanese concession and British French concessions, while a Japanese consulate spokesman urges Britain to propose settlement terms. General Homa maintains pressure as the crisis drags on.
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International News Service
Tientsin
John K. Caldwell
United States
Caldwell
Britain
Homa
Tentsin
Parker and Son Begin Sentences for Lindbergh Kidnapping
Ellis H. Parker and his son Ellis H. Jr., convicted two years ago of kidnapping Paul H. Wendel, Tren ton attorney, surrendered to U. S. Marshal William P. McDermott and were driven to Lewisburg Federal Penitentiary in Pa. They will serve six and three year terms after a recent denial of their night court appeal.
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International News Service
Trenton
N. J
Ellis H. Parker
Ellis H., Jr
Paul H. Wendel
United States
William P. McDermot
Lewisburg
Lightning strikes Union Township house on West Washington
A Union Township home on West Washington street extension was struck by lightning today around 11 am. The bolt hit the chimney, damaged bricks, and traveled through the electrical system disabling power. No fire occurred. Occupants Ela McConnell and Mr. and Mrs. L. M. Glitch were present but unharmed.
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Union Township
Ela McConnell
L. M
Washington Street
Advocate Bridge Across Neshannock Advocation
The Board of governors and New Castle Motor Club urged county commissioners and city council to secure federal aid for building a bridge across the Neshannock Creek from South Mercer Street to Rosena grounds. The communication was forwarded to a committee for consideration.
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Board of Governors
New Caste
Motor Club
Council
County Commissioners
Neshannock Creek
Mercer Street
Rosena
Girl Struck by Trolley Car Loses Leg in Pittsburgh
Seven year old Lois Pearl loses her leg after a trolley car strikes her near home in Pittsburgh. Surgeons at Magee hospital amputated the limb following the accident earlier tonight.
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Pittsburgh
Lois Pearl
Sur-geons
Magee Hospital
Thie Street
Brownmiller To Give Testimony In Highways Case
Harrisburg June 22 Forced into an extra day by lengthy technical testimony the prosecution moved to complete its case against former Highways Secretary Roy E Brownmiller indicted for alleged misconduct in office In convention with padding of Luzerne County highway payrolls Prosecutor Earl V Compton had hoped to finish the Commonwealths case yesterday As the prosecution prepared to end its case former Governor testifies Brownmiller is expected to take the stand as the first defense witness Former Governor George H Earle testified he had not approved a transfer of 1043000 in state funds to cover a Luzerne County overdraft Bechtel said legal requirement did not apply if approval was not needed The prosecution charges that the sum was moved from the motor license fund to the Highway maintenance fund without the governors approval.
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Tom R. Brislin
Brownmiller
Testiflex Brownmiller
George H. Earle
Luzerne
Bechtel
New Romance Rumors Surround Dorothy Lamour in New York
In New York on June 22 Dorothy Lamour appeared unusually happy with her escort Stephen Fuld, amid rumors of a potential marriage. Lamour declined to confirm, while a parallel suit against her by Alfred C. Evans over teaching fees adds drama to the Sarong star's public life.
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International News Service
New York
Dorothy Lamour
Stephen Fuld
Broadcasting Company
Fuld
Dorothy
Alfred C. Evans
Chicago
Herbie Kay
King and Queen Return to England After Long Trip
Thousands greet their majesties as the Empress of Britain reaches Southampton. Princess Elizabeth maintains dignity while Princess Margaret Rose freely runs to embrace King George VI and Queen Elizabeth. The scene contrasts with the earlier formal US-Canada tour.
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Russell F. Anderson
Southampton
Eng
Tune
Princess Elizabeth
Margaret Rose
King Jaud
George
Elizabeth
United States
Canada
Sorene
Princess Margaret
Lightning Strikes Croton Home During Storm
A lightning bolt struck the home of Mr and Mrs Ray F McAuley at 432 Haus avenue during a city storm. Damage is about 500 dollars and insured. Three McAuley children and Jerry Anderson were on the porch uninjured, though shaken, as neighbors and Mr E A Anderson aided. Fire crews fled at the scene. no fire followed the strike.
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Ray F. McAuley
Haus Avenue
Charles Miller
Croton Avenue
A. Anderson
McAuley
Ray McAuley
Anna McAuley
Cleveland
E. A. Anderson
Death notices and aged residents listed for June 22 1939
Death record items list Frank L. Smith age 71 of Dartington and Thomas Jefferson Barger 62 from Bul Jer county. Henrietta Reever 55 of 44 West Grant Street and Donn Jen Walters months 1114 County Line Road appear among local obituaries in the June 22 1939 sheet.
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Frank L. Smith
Dartington
Thomas Jefferson Barger
Bul Jer
Henrietta Reever
Weat Grant Street
Donn Jen Walters
Months
County Line Road
Local Pair Declines Movie Contract For Stage Training
Miss Helen Wells twenty four of Lymn Massachusetts and David Shepard Harvard junior from Arlington New Jersey lost a seven year film contract offer after winning a radio movie test for most moviegenic pair in New England. They cited a preference for additional stage experience before pursuing stardom.
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Helen Wells
Lymn
Mass
David Shepard
Harvard
Arlington
N. J
New England
Duke and Duchess Plan Visit to United States
The Duke and Duchess of Windsor, anxious to return to America, hosted reporters at their Paris residence on June 22. Duchess Wallis Warfield welcomed the press on the Atlantic Clipper flight, expressing joy at visiting home with the Duke while joking about the press.
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Paris
Duke
Dechexsy
Windsor
America
Wallis. Warfield
Baltimore
Boulevard S Suchet
Atlantic Ocean
Alien Registration Bill Signed by Governor James
Harrisburg reports Gov. Arthur H. James signed the alien registration bill mandating annual registration with the state department of labor and industry. The act requires a one dollar fee for a registration card and imposes penalties for unregistered aliens and for employers who hire them.
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James
Conternations
Nerve Service
Harrisburg
Arthur HH. James
Gehker Allen
State Department of Labor and Industry
Department of Nent and Industry
Temselves
Department
Pennsylvania Motor Police
Japan Prepares To Resume War In South China
Tokyo announces renewal of military operations in south China aimed at destroying bases used by Chiang Kai Shek. Foreign Minister Arita vows to respect third powers and spare foreign holdings, seeks calm diplomacy with Britain and other states. Continued on page two.
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Japan
South China
James R. Young
Tokyo
South
China
Anita
Britain
Chiang’ Kai Shek
Toks
Arita
Arta
Evacuation Plans For Swatow Announced In Commons
In London on June 22 Prime Minister Chamberlain announced evacuation plans for British women and children from Swatow. He said the Japanese government promised to facilitate the removal of subjects and protect British property.
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International News Service
London
Jung
Swatow
House of Commons
Neville Chamberlain
Warship defies Japan amid Swatow ultimatum
Japan demands removal of the U S destroyer Pillsbury from Swatow area. Admiral Yarnell rejects the ultimatum warning Japan will be held responsible for any harm to American lives or property. Britain also defies the demand. Asheville may head to South China port, while Thanet and Scout stand by to evacuate foreigners as needed.
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International News
Hong Kong
Japan
Cal
United States
Pillsbury
Harry B. Yarnell
Yarnell
Britain
America
U. S
Asheville
Chime
Omorroew
Great Britain
Thanet
Swatow
H. M.S
Walt Mason Dies at Coast Home in San Diego
Walt Mason, noted amorist and poet, died at his San Diego home after several weeks illness. He was 77, born May 4, and is survived by his daughter Mary Mel Mason, who preceded him in passing three years ago.
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Walt Mason
Coast
International News Service
San Diego
Cal
Amoris
Mason
Mary
Mel. Mason
Mare Tieg
Ibsg
Fragmented travel note with playful seasonal imagery
A rambling, garbled text teases readers with a tropical vacation vibe describing color, style, and a welcome back. Mentions green garments, sun desired for a birthday, rain dampening plans, and a laid back scene as a first day unfolds with a playful tone. Seventy seven is noted as the day.
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