Petroleum supply and gas taxes worry motorists in 1985 editorial
The Daily News notes American Petroleum Institute statements forecasting petroleum safety for the near future while criticizing rising gas taxes. It questions whether forecasts, statistics, and industry assurances truly ease motorists concerns about fuel availability and tax burdens amid postwar economic anxieties.
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American Petrotenim Institute
Stetchsonian Institution
United States
American Petroleum Institute
Government potato stamps aim to raise prices not revenue
Washington officials plan two potato tax stamps for sacks to curb market flow rather than raise revenue. One free stamp covers tax on a set number of bushels, while the other adds tax per pound. farmers expect little profit and few will buy paid stamps. The stamps feature a young woman’s image, but the purpose remains unclear as officials compare it to prior agricultural programs.
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Washington
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Will Rogers on America and foreign fallacies in 1935
The passage reflects Will Rogers lampooning foreign nations and cultural trends, criticizing reliance on substitutes and urging appreciation of American surroundings. It cites a mystified view of European women, calls for fair prices for farmers, and laments the loss of traditional American thrift, ending with a nod to the old “Don’t sell America short” sentiment.
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America
McNaught Syndicate
Quote on peace and war from religious figures cited
The excerpt mixes quotes from Rev G A Buttrick and Rev Fr Charles Coughlin about peace and war, contrasting League of Nations diplomacy with conflict. It references Maj Gen John F O'Ryan and an electorate scenario, with unclear context on Ethiopia. The fragmentary text presents opinions on leadership and peace in a World War era frame.
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League of Nations
al Capone
Charles B. Coughlin
Fifty and Twenty Years Ago Today in Frederick
Local items from The Nas columns dated Nov 11 recounts deaths and life events in Frederick. George H Wolfe, 52, former secretary of a local bank and church member, Miss Nannie Page, educator and prominent resident, died of cynhaide fever. Rev J L We piger, former Smyersville pastor now in Calton buren, Pa. Alice M Brat, daughter of Joseph Brown, Myersville merchant, married in Myersville Lutheran church.
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Nas
Eorge H Wolfe
Fredrektoyp
The
Reformed Church
Nannie Page
Osborne Ingie
Li Neran Clirch
Caltonsburen
Alice M Brat
Joseph Brown
Myersville
A M Smin
Myersyie
Bank deposits shrink as business slows in Frederick
Twenty years of reporting in The News notes meager Frederick bank deposits and waning business. Frederck Brick Works general manager John F. Bagnardnesr was knocked down by falling embankment debris as clay and stone broke loose. Reverend Father William H. Heaney, former pastor of Libermown, died in New York after surgery at age 75, leaving seven children. Nine sophomores at Boys’ High See face suspension over a week for unspecified reasons. A piece of wood hit Haugh Bowlus, son of Mauree Bowlus, Middletown, injuring him.
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Orivy
Sears
William H . Heaney
L.bermown Cathout Parth
Tar Nowe Dame Acadecs
New York City
Ts & Connecticut
Alvars
Rural schools face consolidation claims and taxpayer burden
William J. Grove of Lime Kiln argues against Fredericks County School Board efforts to consolidate rural schools via a Brunswick Holiday Club meeting. He says better teachers and facilities claimed for consolidation ignore rural needs, and that compulsory attendance laws force rural children to travel long distances by dangerous buses, increasing cost to taxpayers. He urges preserving local schools and rights of rural communities.
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Scheol Beard
Jetere Breereick Betary Club
Lester Coblents
Pederick County Scho
Beart
Brunswick Hoolary Club
Stayus
Auch Communitie
Congern
Opnion
Plnetee Nf
Coblents
Rura
Surprise Birthday Party At Leatherman Home
A surprise party was held Thursday at the home of Mr and Mrs Elmer Leatherman in Gettysburg PA for Mr Leatherman's birthday. Attendees included Mervin Bishop Wilbur Geisman and daughter Gettysburg. Paul Baker Union Bridge. Alton Kemp Libertytown area. Lingd W Leatherman Libertytown. Florence Leatherman Anna Bishop Ruth Bishop Jean Geistman Betty Jane Kemp Marie Nusbaum Earl Nusbaum Jack Henly Robert Reed Charles Ecker Leroy Ecker Earl Leatherman Bobby Bishop Melvin Leatherman.
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Elmer Leatherman
Gettysburg
Rowe 2
Leatherman
Mervin Bishop
Wilbur Geisman
Paul Baker
Uniion Bridge
Alton Kemp
Libertytown
Lingd W Leatherman
Florence Leatherman
Anna Bishop
Ruth Bishop
Jean Geistman
Betty Jane Kemp
Marie Nusbaum
Messrs
Earl Nusbaum
Jack Henly
Robert Reed
Charles Ecker
Leroy Ecker
Earl Leatherman
Bobby Bishop
Melvin Leatherman
Patrons Named For Lutheran Organ Fund Drive
A drive to fund Branwellen Lutheran Church’s new organ has gathered 143 patrons and patronesses led by Prof Henry T Wade and Mrs Clara Blacksiton. A charity event at Winchester Hall featuring a minstrel and play directed by Mrs Clifford Yinger aims to raise money with proceeds supporting the organ project and associated choir activities.
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Branwellen Lutheran Organ Fund
Ward Gooen
Maryland
Antious
Bequesta Dre Beng
Henry
Thelma Culler
Paithful Blossom
Clara Garber
Fredora Robbins
Florence Schroeder
Rhoda Larkin
Grayson Bowers
Selma Baxter
Elizabeth Martin
Mary Ann Barnes
Tylee B. Engie
Sarah Jane Springster
Estelle Baumhardner
Eliza Hooker
Eudora Moberly
Esther Snyder
Henry T Wade
Prudence Pringle
Eleanor Eichelberger
Asenath Bakweee Thipen
Shandrew Moore
Maralee Moore
H Webster Whiteh
Helen Robert
Helen Fogle
Clifford Yinger
Henry Falk
Laurens Bowers
Leon Alexander
Amos John Traver
C Carty
R. N. Conrad
H. F. Shipley
Laurens N. Bowers
Charles E. Broadrup
Clarence A. Bussard
Katharine Bussard
Raymond H Bussard
Aidee
Myne Bulluel
Gualeme Gafly
Bible Thought and Ethical Reflections
A compact reflection contrasts Jesus teaching with a Protestant moral line. It quotes Matthew 20 15 and Sir William Temple on wealth and happiness. The piece ties gospel instruction to prudent use of possessions.
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Sir William Temple
A Man in Arms Reveals War as Fun for Some Soldiers
Bruce Catton reviews a novel called A Man in Arms by an anonymous author. The book follows an American army officer who finds war exciting and enjoyable despite its dangers. The officer relishes wine, dancing, ladies, and constant activity, viewing combat and travel as a release from boredom.
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Julia Messner
Great Commodore Perry Opens Japan to Trade
Oliver Hazard Perry fought at Lake Erie, but his brother Matthew Calbraith Perry opened Japan to outside trade in 1853. Edward M. Barrows profiles Perry in The Great Commodore, noting his diplomacy and forceful leadership that modernized the U.S. Navy and reshaped world history. The biography celebrates Perry as a key American sailor and highlights his pivotal voyage to Japan.
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Lake Erie
Japan
Oliver Hazard Perry
Matthew Calbratth Perry
Commodore
Edward M. Barrows
America
Pompoux
Boote- Mem
New York Entertainment Buzz From Way For Hoovers Aid To Musicals
In New York the money for entertainment is rising per club owners and impresarios. Lawrence Richey, Hoover’s secretary, is in town handling campaign matters while Benny Leonard and other veterans get charity support. Stars like Estelle Taylor and Marion Martin reveal opera dreams and Broadway shifts. The piece notes famed photographers and distinctive performers amid Broadway life and a mix of light anecdotes.
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New York
Herbert Hoover
Lawrence Richey
Hoover
White House
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Billy Rose
Jock Whitney
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Estelle Taylor
Jack Dempsey
Biltmore
Marion Martin
Sam A Harris
Beryl Wallace
Hilda Knight
Hist Roca
Joan Mitchell
Mary Louise Harper
Maxine Martin
Drucius Strath
Bert Fetch
Mary Alice Moore
June Knight
Births and notable anniversaries listed for this day
Historical notes mark birthdays and milestones: George Rogers Clark born 1753 near Charlottesville and died 1818 in Kentucky. Solomon Foot born 1802 in Cornwall Vermont. Ferdinand de Lesseps 1803. James A. Garfield 1831. tributes to TR, Lee, Sunday, and other figures. The piece also notes Lincoln's Gettysburg address and Wilson and Hoover era items, with prophetic remarks on daily character and fate.
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