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Newspaper
Syracuse Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1938
Page
11
The text discusses housing subsidies in England and the United States, noting how subsidies affected house building, rental values, and mortgage rates. It cites examples from England and several states, comparing costs, ownership, and the impact of building societies on housing expansion.
Police chase a bold burglar described as a "weasel burglar" who forced entry to multiple shops and a cafe. He escaped after firing shots at the scene, with officers pursuing suspects and canvassing the neighborhood for leads. The thief reportedly entered through doors and windows, stealing a radio, cash, and a peanut machine while evading detectives.
An OCR fragment recalls Groundhog Day lore, weather mood, and Candlemas signals as a town notes shadows and winter folklore. It mentions Osborne Wied, Ris aol, and playful phrases about the groundhog’s fate and seasonal expectations.
A traffic division officer gave summons to Kenneth Dexter and an unnamed driver after finding two men with 1937 license plates at Salina Street and Spaulding Avenue. The incident involved a vehicle inspection and was processed by the traffic division.
A survey shows business expanding as four companies upgrade operations. Notable growth includes the Well Machine Company increasing staff to 85 with 16 full-time operators, planning for 224 units daily. Lamson Company secures conveyor contracts, signaling robust plant activity and rising employment.
A worried mother, Arlene Klabe, 34, vanished after leaving for work around 9 am. Her husband Jacob Klaben, 34, says she has been separated from the family duties and may be staying with an employer in El Adams Street area. Police search continues as relatives report she left with plans to return by 10 pm yesterday. Arlene is described as 5 feet 4 inches tall, 128 pounds, with brown hat and dress, brown eyes and a brown hat. She wore a black dress with white collar earlier.
Mrs. R Connelly a Syracuse resident for over 60 years died at her home after a heart condition worsened following a near fatal fire escape. Survived by husband Robert Connelly two daughters Mrs Aimy and Miss Jane Davis three sons Donald Stanity and Manwell Cortland four sisters. Funeral services Thursday at McKinies Brothers parlors Ames Pripps officiating with interment at Morfenneside cemetery.
The Good Will Association in Onondesz County elected new officers at its annual meeting at the Chamber of Commerce. Fred G. Dutton was named chair, William E. Meh as vice president, and T. Aaron Let as second president, with Catholics Jews and professors among the members.
The Mantas O16 Lore Association will hold a Thursday noon lunch in the Chamber of Commerce. President Cillerd H Drinkwine will preside.
An interracial group announces speakers for Inter-Racial Week ending February 28. The lineup includes Marr McLeod Bethune, educator and director of a national unit, and other church leaders. The executive committee of the group will confirm plans in Florida.
J A Lewis Mackey Aircraft Cor says better weather data is essential for flight safety. He proposes volunteer observers along routes who provide brief condition updates to airports and pilots, enabling a complete in flight weather map and safer operations. Captain MacClain, a veteran test pilot, notes the value of accurate forecasts for flight planning and testing new aircraft systems.
A sponsored bill, advanced by Senator Finders, Republican, seeks a $75,000 appropriation for a Hill survey to combat insect damage. Sponsors argue insects are causing heavy losses to crops and that a study of their habits could enable effective control. The measure, tied to Plantburg, faces questions over how the funds would be used.
A talk titled Streamlining Democracy took place at a Kiwanis event. Senator Josh Lee attended with connections noted in Syracuse and other locations, concluding with remarks at a December dinner honoring Dr. Carl Ake.
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