This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 13 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1940
Page
11
Edkia C. Hitt discusses taxi drivers in New York facing changes as the taxi industry grows. He notes driving culture shifts, training debates, and the push for better driver education amid rising business and public concerns about safety and diversification of the profession.
Erik Erikson, a Finland native and Canadian citizen, says the Finnish Volunteer Service League he leads is selecting fighters to send to Finland. The league arranges travel for volunteers from New York to Europe, aided by the Finnish War Voter League of America.
Fragmentary notes from a forum style discussion touching months days, wearing underwear, and outdoor spect activity. Mentions pat dé on, venetian blinds, lace flannels, and robins flying into the mannets in a mock debate setting.
Rochester and Britain airport pilots received offers to teach aviators in Canada with salaries from 960 to 500 per month. Letters from a Montreal firm (Curtiss Reid) indicated six regularly employed men were seriously considering the offers. The Times Union noted no Home Front red tape and that pilots would not be connected with Canadian or British forces, with payments guaranteed by a New York City bank. Director Nathanial Duffey of Rutland Airport commented on pilots who accepted the offer being discussed.
Wy Day reports a Wednesday night outing featuring Alami's 400 display and Tony Martin singing. Guests praised the dancing ensemble De Marca and the vibrant atmosphere, with photographs taken of attendees and a sense of carefree spirit. The piece notes the Lecks Foundation supporting interior decoration talent in New York, inviting public viewing at 505 Eighth Avenue.
Dr Lopar Clendening discusses modern understanding of back and hip pain caused by spinal and joint misalignment. He describes hospital follow up, light exercise, and re education to prevent strain. The article details floor-based manipulations, side and pelvic positioning, and progressive mobilization to realign joints and reduce pain.
What Noted People say about war, democracy, and policy shapes views from George on fish to regaining Germany. Mish Anne Morgan comments on truth and deception, while Burton K Wheeler cites unemployment as a primary issue. Robert C. Les argues the US is now a world power shaping global affairs.
Damon Runyon examines Saratoga Springs upstate New York as a cultural betting center. He notes the mutuels system, investor interest, and regional attitudes toward wagering amid plans to expand capacity and preserve racing traditions. He cites Saratoga’s prominence versus other tracks and mentions local figures and concerns about landscape, economy, and public policy shaping the season.
A collage of reader letters and editorial comments cover topics from water policy and fishing practices to war memory and Civil War figures. The piece references river conservation, stocking of trout, and the worth of General Halleck, with remarks on Lincoln era politics and historic narrative. Data points include mentions of streams, lakes, fingerlings, and the cost of postage for letter submission.
An excerpt follows Jennifer and Kathleen amid celebration and wedding talk. Derek proposes amid family bustle and quirky moments, the couple planning a formal union while managing guests, servants, and lingering doubts about readiness and happiness.
Practical advice on home repairs and finishes, including painting, window putty, and heating costs. It notes that a compact rectangular design is cheaper to build and easier to heat, and mentions a brief historical reference to March 2 and the 1915 Treaty of Brest-Litovsk.
Federal tax probe targets Chicago gambling rings and a bench warrant for a noted kingpin. William B. overlord and others face charges for evading taxes during 1932 to 1936, with alleged penalties totaling over 3.6 million dollars. District Attorney Campbell notes the grand jury investigation continues.
March 2 report from Silver Creek notes Oliver Earl and Cart urge seven families to keep children home for the weekend to prevent a mild scarlet fever from becoming epidemic. Sixteen cures under quarantine are listed. authorities say the situation is not alarming despite the precautions.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.