Mystery of Muller Hill Locks Central New York Past
A Syracuse Post Standard account recounts Louis Anathe Muller, a French nobleman who built a fortified mansion and a village in Bronder’s Hollow near Slab City in 1808. After Napoleon’s fall he left for France, leaving a ruined estate bought by Abijah Western in 1816 and a vanished, forgotten community.
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N. Y
New York
Bronder
Syracuse Post-Standard
Louis Anathe Muller
Slab City
Georgetown
Napoleon
France
Muller
Abijah Western
New York City
Muller Hill
Lincoln Land Patent Filed in Nebraska
An 1861 patent signed by President Lincoln is on file with the register of deeds. The 120 acre tract southwest of Nebraska City was conveyed to Lydia Stoddard and later assigned to Nancy Shields.
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Nebraska City
Neb
Otoe County
Abraham Lincoln
Edward Baitensperger
Lydia Stoddard
Daniel Stoddard
Huge 58-Pound Arrowhead Found in Illinois Discovery
Russell Charlson of Lynn Center unearthed a 58 pound arrowhead in Illinois. The 36 by 16 inch stone, crafted from light brown rock with a convex hump on one side and a notch on the other, likely used in Indian ceremonies. Charlson calls it the largest arrowhead in existence.
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Lynn Center
Russell Charlson
Rabbit-Wool Fabric Frock Noted by Cherie Nicholas
A nubby rabbit-wool fabric forms a campus frock with a collarless neck, square buttons, and a belt buckle. The very full sleeves and tailored trim reflect the current vogue for simple daytime wear in rust color.
Flesh grafted to save crushed arm at Campbell plant
Robert Maelstrom, superintendent at a Campbell California rock crushing plant, had his arm crushed in an accident. Surgeons grafted a strip of flesh from his abdomen to the arm, hoping nerve recovery will restore function. Doctors Graun, Pierce, and OConnor led the procedure in San Francisco.
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San Francisco
Helstrom
R. BE. Graun
Los Gatos
G. W. Pierce
G. B. O’connor
Italy Builds Huge Dry Docks for Ocean Ships
Naples will gain the continent’s largest dry dock within five years, 1100 feet long, able to house two ships. The 50 million lire cost aims to revive maritime traffic as nations renew fleets, with thousands of workers employed during and after construction. Italy’s finances are strained but strategic expansion proceeds.
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Rome
Naples
England
Radio burglar alarm to frighten intruders
A widow in London paid 250 dollars for a radiophone that plays a single record with a barking dog and a man’s cry Who’s there The system will use loud speakers in every room connected to invisible light alarms at each window to shock any thief attempting entry amid local burglary outbreaks
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London
Deeds Not Words Kings and Real Kings Across Europe
A reflective column contrasts monarchs and modern rulers with Europe’s power players. It notes King Alexander’s death and suggests Mussolini Stalin and Hitler wield real kinglike authority, while other rulers defer to parliaments.
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Alexander
Europe
George
England
Mussolini
Italy
Stalin
Russia
Hitler
Germany
Poincare Remembered as Nation Loses Noble Statesman
The piece salutes Raymond Poincare as a four time prime minister and wartime president, noting his devotion and patriotism. It reflects on France’s loss, praising his service and the nation’s valued intellectual families. It also cites a 1932 shift in farm wages to one dollar per day and board, framing broader economic considerations.
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Raymond Poincare
France
French Republic
Poincare
Department of Agriculture
United States
Sir Arthur Schuster Dies At 83
Sir Arthur Schuster, eminent mathematical physicist, has died at eighty three. Born in Frankfurt, a German Jew, he chose Britain for his career and was knighted by the British king in recognition of his services to science and his adoptive country.
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Sir Arthur Schuster
England
Frankfort
Germany
Sir Arthur” Schuster
Britain
Protestants Unite in Broad Denunciation of Nazi Interference
Germany sees a rare united front as Protestants Catholics and Jews denounce Hitler regime over church control and religious freedom. The anti Nazi demonstration condemns interference with worship and racial policy, labeling the regime Satan's agent according to reports.
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Germany
AF of L Eyes One Million New Members in Year
In San Francisco President Green forecasts 1,000,000 new AF of L members within a year. If dues are $10 annually, this would push income by $10,000,000 per year, a sizable boost to union labor’s resources.
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American Federation of Labor
Green
San Francisco
American Federation
Union
Percy Rockefeller dies leaving vast estate to widow
The will of Percy Rockefeller states he large fortune, reportedly 100 million, goes entirely to his widow. John A. Garver and National City Bank of New York act as executor and trustee. The will makes no charitable bequests, reflecting faith in his wife to spend wisely.
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Percy Rockefeller
John D. Rockefeller
William
John A. Garver
National City Bank of New York
Rockefeller
Will Rogers on World Series Riot and Baseball
Will Rogers recalls World Series fervor and analyzes a controversial play between Medwick and Owen. He shares insights from players, his past vaudeville days, and memories of Detroit athletes and open air venues, reflecting on baseball culture.
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Beverly Hills
Diz
Joe Brown
Frankie Frisch
Dean
Edsel
Henry Ford
Medwick
Owen
Ford
Detroit
George Moriarity
Honey Boy George Evens
Growing Like Jesus Lesson Summary
A doctrinal outline on Ephesians that contrasts the old human life with the new in Christ. It covers the believer’s walk away from heathen practices, putting off the old man, donning the new, and discarding vices such as falsehood anger theft corrupt speech malice impurity and greed. It also urges Spirit filling producing circumspect, grateful, and humble living.
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Paul
Christ
Rights of Others in Gospel Duty to Suffer for Others
The passage urges Christians to action in accord with the gospel, demanding they surrender their own clear rights if harming others, while also insisting they protect even the least obvious rights of others, as taught by Dr. H. C. G. Moule.
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H. C. G. Moule
Attractive Linens By Grandmother Clark
Attractive linen home craft pieces offered by Grandmother Clark detailing linen material, thread options, color schemes for leaves and flowers, border stitching in dark tones, and simple outline lazy daisy work. Include remittance and stamped envelope to Home Craft Co. Dept A in St. Louis for pricing and information.
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Clark
Home Craft Co
Nineteenth & St. Louis Ave
St. Louis, Mo
Wit Is a Sharp Pencil That Breaks When Pressed
A concise aphorism notes wit as a sharp pencil that fails under heavy pressure, suggesting intellect falters under strain and force.
Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin Promotes Gentle Bowel Regulation
A doctor cautions against strong laxatives and endorses Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a safe liquid laxative that can be measured to fit individual needs. It is marketed as non habit forming with a pleasant taste, safe for mothers and children, available at druggists in large bottles.
London Answers Mini Playlet Spoof
A brief London Answers exchange features a lighthearted flirtation cut to a kiss. The dialogue portrays playful romantic banter as two unnamed speakers trade couplets and a mock solemn vow.
Ada Tatum Recovers From Tetter Using Cuticura
Ada Tatum of La Rue Texas writes of severe tetter on her head that itched burned and caused hair loss. After two weeks of distress she tried Cuticura Soap and Ointment obtaining relief after three boxes and a free sample. She states the remedy healed the condition.
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Ada Tatum
la Rue
Texas
Cutt
Cura Laboratories
Dept. R
Malden
Mass
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