29 Dec 1934
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Newspaper
Portsmouth Times
Location
Portsmouth, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1934
Page
1
A draft plan in London outlines a general security pact binding continental powers to back peace in Europe. The proposal positions Britain as umpire and peacemaker in the Franco German tensions while weighing rebalance to avoid a broader war.
The fragment notes diplomatic quarters leaning toward a European security proposal including Avetria and England, with mentions of Poland and Bathan nations. It cites Prime Minister Laval visiting Besite Maasenal, and hints at provisional provisions and participation in a broader pact.
Mayaville Kentucky leaf auctions reopen Monday at 9 a m with deliveries already to eighteen warehouses. Over 200000 pounds were sold yet and 252 farmers will strip crops for the early market. Prices expected to improve as Burley sales resume after a brief pre Christmas lull.
The men's committee of Cadeinal Presbytering charity sponsors a 7:30 p.m. musical at the church Sunday. Miner Jewell Flougher and Hapel Wells violinists lead with Stephen Krausz and pupils, plus Mira Paria and Mary Garmichae as accompanists. The program includes solos, ensembles, and classical pieces with the Martie and Wella trios, various instrument solos, and a selection of Christmas songs.
Members of Porter Grange prepared for the farmers institute held January 2 and 12 at Bittle's echo house. Appointed were posters, and a long list of named ladies and gents including Frances Yeley, Muri Hite, Mr and Mrs Howry Meta, Kents Jenkins, Mrs Floyd Varin, Mrs Myrtie Melvod, Mrs Hiley Beigge, and others. A WPT WEA dancing party is planned at Mrs Ella Furner’s home.
In the updated report Harria of Ashibunt is listed as president of the Lésingtoy at Whe andy divisions of the Chevapeake and QUe Raliwas. The O&O hospital in Muntingion notes a weight of Mtr Waele and Torlamoutt division lines of the UC.
Fragmented OCR notes describe naval treaty limits on tonnage and capital ships for Japan and others. It references airpress carriers, 35000 ton caps, and gun limits, with mentions of the United States Great Britain France and Pacific bases. It lists adjacent regions like Alaska Hawaii Canada New Zealand Australia and island territories in a status quo context.
A 1920s style summary compares naval strength of United States Great Britain and Japan under the Washington treaty. It lists warship counts tonnage and building plans with figures for each power and projected end of treaty tonnage.
Greenup county court selects jurors for an 18 day criminal term presided by Judge Harvey Parker Jr. with L H Liles as commonwealth attorney. list includes T F E Cooper John Melvin Br Kenneth McCutcheon Mollie Frey Kate Camp Mollie Frey and many others from Greenup and nearby towns.
In a late 19th century style report from WRAAKFORT Kentucky Governor Latfoon is accused of awarding 225 military aides during January 3 to February 21 to honor colonials. The piece notes several officers receiving rank while many other details remain unclear due to OCR corruption.
Hollywood reports the death of actor director Lowell Sherman at a hospital after eight months unable to speak. Born October 11, 1885 in New York, he rose from stock and Broadway to film, later directing hits including She Done Him Wrong and Morning Glory starring Katharine Hepburn. He was married three times to Evelyn Booth, Faul ibe Garon, and Helen Costello, with Costello being the daughter of Maurice Costello and sister-in-law to Dolores Costello.
More than 1,000 enumerators will survey every county to map a statewide farm census next month. The study will cover agriculture and AAA crop reductions in 1933, with data on crops raised and livestock. Rural emergency schools will operate in 60 counties to aid farmers and provide work for about 100 unemployed persons.
A brief notice touts Happy Jack's Beer Garden 18 miles east of Portsmouth featuring live music and dancing to welcome the new year. It promises a good time with ample seating and space for gatherings.
Round Abou Portsmouth Uth Tha Tha Day s Wes os In Brie. Robert Perties fined 510 for reckless driving and released. Sherrass Mosbarger charged with disturbing a religious meeting. court costs and $10 fine added. Dan Stroud affiant. Martins Club and local notices list residents and brief events. Police report piano sales, instrument demonstrations, and local business notices. Noted deaths, medical and hospital updates, and several city residents’ health conditions. Kiwanis, Glockner Chevrolet Co, and local venues featured. town events and open hours listed. Births and local society notes conclude the roundup.
Police report a 0 driving while intoxicated charge linked to a 1965 incident. A car stolen from Eighth and Chillcothe streets was found at the courthouse, while another vehicle owned by Margaret Nelson stood parked at a hotel. Separate notes mention a piano recital and a symphony rehearsal at local venues.
Rev W I Craft returns to Sciotoville Le Capital church to lead morning and evening services after Christmas in Emerton Va. He spoke of his former pastorate and sets subjects For Grace and When He Shall Appear. Langwell's Cafeteria offers Turkey and dressing 20¢ specials. Robbins, 62, of Taylor, employee at Portsmouth Refractories Co., sustains a dislocated left arm and shoulder after a sidewalk fall on the way to work.
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