Mapleton's Grand Old Man of Coal Fields
In Wamaqua Pennsylvania on April 13 the long life of Mapleton, known as the Grand Old Man of the Coal Fields, is recounted. He worked 65 years in mines starting at age nine, retired 25 years ago, and credits simple routines and frugal habits for longevity. He recalls Irish origins and a life of hard work, avoiding excess and maintaining a steady daily rhythm.
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Eyned
Wamaqua
Thomas Mapietos
Coa
Town meeting draws good turnout in southern townships
Pittsfield area residents gathered at the town hall Tuesday evening for a meeting of southern township delegates. C. D. Blickman, dairy specialist from Ohio State University, delivered a helpful talk on dairy matters and found the audience receptive. Several locals attended the Wellington school exam event, which was held Friday and ended in a tie.
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Vitysfield
Wiel
C. D. Blickman
Ohio State Universits
Wellington
Oberlin area notes and social pages highlight marriages
Local social items recount funeral attendance for Thomas Henson, property sales including Charles Kallaner to Elmer Carpenter and Willian Waller to Glean Draper, and farm purchases by Orrie Hughes and George Kelley. Numerous visits, illnesses, and gatherings are noted, with a focus on community ties, travelers, and local events across Oberlin and nearby towns.
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Mira
Walter Henson
Thomas “Henson
U Aron
Charles Kallaner
Elmer Carpenter
Columbia
Willian Waller
Glean Draper
Oberlin
St. Messrs
Katherine Kneetges
Gratton
Gifford Jefe
Lorain
Duluth
Minn
A.W. Lincoln
Minneapolis
Ctnes
F.C. Brandt
Abbott
Norfolix
Virgin
Mro
Reed Tres
Madge Jordan Ha Biyrhar
Norwalk
Sara Garretts
John Trope
Iun Oberkin
Clern
Atr
Harrs Louisbrough
Elila
Nelson Lounsbrough
Sarah Hocton
Elyria
Stanley Rives
Earl Bartttett
Lloyd Coats
W. Ro Whitner
North Russia
Wilt Betts
Amelia Calaman
West Camden
Jordatt
Towrnship School
Town Hall
Rldaz Evenus
Justa Beall
T. Brown
Olive Tablets Claim Natural Liver Bowels Relief
Dr F M Edwards advertised Olive Tablets used for 17 years to treat liver and bowel ailments in women. The ad touts a mixture of vegetable ingredients with olive oil, saying it cleanses waste and toxins, improves complexion, and offers a safer substitute for calomel. Thousands allegedly use the product to stay regular and feel better.
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Forhan
Forban
F.M Edwards
Th. Edwards
Dr. Edwards
On Air Tonight Radio Listing Highlights Various City Programs
A rundown of evening radio offerings across multiple stations. Akron Columbus Detroit and Cincinnati feature dinner concerts and hourlong programs. Notable acts include The Hotel Portage Quintet, Murphy D Brothers, and Crosby Male Quartet. Schedule shows times from 6 PM to midnight with dance music and popular Teques.
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KDKA
Caiazo
WADL
Akron
Hotel Portage
Wall
Columbus
WBZ
Sarlngibde
Maes
Radio Nature League
Holyoke
Detroit
Mich
WHAS
Jouisiste
Lake Seligman
Kentucky Night Owls
Pontiac
Mick
Ide
Meg Iy
Murphy
Merry Old Chief
Children’s Pictorial Cross Word Puzzle
Running Across and Running Down entries give clues for Word 1 through Word 7. Word 1 warns of a picture prompt, Word 4 refers to a structure for offerings, Word 5 names a Roman citizen, Word 7 is a maxim. Word 1 of Running Down asks for a chart or plan, Word 2 a vessel, Word 3 an act in Canada, Word 6 asks for a doormat for scraping feet, with answers forming a themed puzzle.
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Rome
Canada
Iowa Ten Nights in a Barroon Program Notes
A garbled OCR item lists a New York troupe Jozna Troubadours and a Card String Quartet with a G. 5200-Atlanta label and mentions an entertainment program by a local orchestra. Names and specifics are unclear, but it appears to be a local showcasing of music acts and performances.
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Iowa
Sal C
Findionats O
N.Y. Cc
WSE
Atlanta
Gir
Lis
Dismore
Horel
Stratfordton Avon Shakespeare Birthday Festival Planned
Plans finalized for the Stratfordton Avon Shakespeare Birthday Festival to proceed despite the Stratford Memorial Theatre fire. Shakespearian plays will run at the local cinema theatre which now offers more space and dressing rooms than the old venue. Donors have replaced destroyed properties and costumes for the festival.
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Shuadisusanre
London
Stratfordton-Avon
Wang Ater
Rsor
Unun
Dr Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery Promises Health Cure
Otto F. Schaneck reports long stomach trouble ended after using Dr Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery and Pleasant Pellets. He claims prior doctors said cure was impossible, but the remedy improved his digestion and overall health. He urges others to try the treatment and contact Dr Pierce for free medical advice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pierce
Otto FL Shanech
Dr. Pierce
Buffalo
Sleep ing sickness rise in Great Britain
April 14 report notes an increasing sickness trend labeled sleeping sickness across Great Britain. Estimates indicate about 5,000 cases currently, with health officials seeking data on causes and potential control measures. Public concern grows over commercial exploitation and the burden on medical services.
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Sestis
London
Sk Koes
Great
Dirit
Longland and Wales Deaths Attributed to Disease
Nearly 1500 deaths in the pest scar across Longland and Wales are attributed to the disease. A recent smoker contest in England shows the wymer kenths pire aakke for pinets twa ruimutes without refillas.
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Longland
Wales
England
Wymer Kenths Pire
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