Duty of the States and Federal Crime Efforts
A discussion by Joseph B. Keenan warns that federal powers are limited to enforcing federal laws and cannot supplant state and local authorities. He urges a central federal role only as an aid to communities, stressing states must strengthen enforcement to avoid federal takeover and avoid expanding national welfare needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Joseph B. Keenan
Cummings
Department of Justice
Union
Dope and Crime Under Harrison Act Prompt Debate
The Harrison drug act is a regulatory measure, not reform, yet it notes vast narcotics seizures and many peddler arrests. Estimates place addicts from 100,000 to 1,000,000 as the country faces widespread dope use and crime linked to drug habits. Despite enforcement, opium dominance signals heavy narcotic consumption and raises questions about warnings to the rising generation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Wasteful Forest Fires Devastate National Forests
Last year saw about 6,900 fires in national forests, destroying timber worth millions and covering over 40 000 acres. Despite ranger patrols and air surveillance, drought and tourist carelessness caused most losses, with many trees around 100 years old at risk.
Cautious Fire Disposal Called To Prevent Forest Burns
Officials warn against careless handling of burning matches and cigars and urge proper extinguishment of camp fires before departure. They note most fires stem from indifference and negligence, a problem seemingly hard to solve.
Today in History and Anniversaries Compiled Chronology
Anniversaries note births and deaths of notable figures from Joseph Dennie to Marion LeRoy Burton with dates and places. Today in History recalls Washington’s retreat from Long Island and a 1559 Boston execution case. George F Root and others are listed as birth anniversaries and notable figures are named with origins and ages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Dennie
Boston
Philadelphia
Stephen W. Kearny
America
Newark
N. J
St. Louis
Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley
George F. Root
Sheffield
Mass
Baier’s Island
Maine
William Crary Brownell
New York City
Herschell V. Jones
Minneapolis
Jefferson, N. Y
Marion LeRoy Burton
Brooklin
Iowa
Ann Arbor
Mich
Washington
Long Island
Manhattan Island
John W. Webster
Parkman
China
Unscruplous Disposition Warns of Hidden Consequences
A cautionary note warns that quick pleasures leave lasting stains and prompt poor choices. The piece reflects on human behavior, urging restraint to avoid later regret and moral compromise.
Uniform Auto Law Drive Progresses
Washington report notes rapid progress toward uniform basic traffic regulations across 44 states. It cites that motorists meeting their state registration face few issues in others, with non residents in six states needing licenses. Speed laws vary from 25 mph in Missouri to 50 mph in North Dakota, while many states replace fixed limits with reasonable speed based on conditions.
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Washington
American Automobile Association
AAA
California
Colorado
Kansas
Nebraska
West Virginia
Association
Missouri
North Dakota
Valuable engravings owned by Philadelphia curator
An original copy of Icones Biblicae by Swiss engraver Matthew Merian, published in 1625 in Germany, is now in the possession of Mrs. Margaret A Merian of Philadelphia. The 200 copper engravings depict Biblical events in order, with Merian born 1592 in Basel and died 1654 at Schwalbach.
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Philadelphian
Philadelphia
Icones Biblicae
Matthew Meclan
Germany
Margaret A. Merian
Merijan
Basel
Switzerland
Schwalbach
Merian
Albert
Birthday honors and village notices in Birmingham
In Birmingham Aug 30 Mr and Mrs Clarence Parker hosted guests for Mrs Alfred Flemings 48th birthday with relatives from Vermilion Birmingham and Axtel. A Sunday School picnic is set for Aug 31 at Clemons woods with a 6:00 basket lunch. Church attendance featured Rev Williams from Berea and two solo performances with next sermon at 9:45. Briefer items note Chippewa trip passengers and local visits and shopper trips to Lorain and Mantua with multiple families listed among attendees.
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Birmingham
Clarence Parker
Alfred Fleming
Elmer Flemings
Roland Flemings
Walter Sheick
Vermilion
Barney Kukas
Alfred
Archie Wilber
Myron Fleming
Henrietta
Coulton
Bill Knott
Axtel
Clemon’s Woods
Williams
Berea
Plan of dry campaign after repeal debated by leaders
United Press dispatch notes dry leaders expect repeal to pass and shift battles to state lines. In dry states they will defend existing laws, while in wet states they push local option by counties and municipalities. Maine’s September 11 vote looms as a signal before broader state level fights.
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Raymond Clapper
United Press
Washington
Maine
Hospital Scene Highlights Local Family Visits
A Cleveland hospital patient spent the week end with her father W. C. Henry. Minnie Hunter joined Sunday dinner with Mrs. Mitchell. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Wilford and their son visited William and Clarence Opperman hosts. Ed Prince Sr and daughters Doris Prince Caroline Miller and Louise attended the Crystal Beach farmer’s picnic Saturday. A new book titled Murder Must Advertise is noted.
Students Seek Their Own Level
Ames reports Dr. Martin F. Gritz of Iowa State College finds college men tend to marry partners with similar intelligence levels. Over four years he analyzed 126 engagements from the college biweekly society column, noting a positive correlation between suitors and fiancées of comparable mental ranking. Similar results appeared at Kansas State College.
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Ames
Martin F. Gritz
Iowa State College
Fritz Hhus
Town State
Witl
Fritz
Kansas State College
Misses Erina Alexander and Esthel Crow in Cleveland visit
The Misses Erina Alexander and Esthel Crow spent a few days in Cleveland last week as guests of Miss Nora Lyndes. They attended Friday's ball between New York and Cleveland. Penfield school will open September 5 with a half day session. Harvey Blough becomes the new janitor for the year. A Ladies' Aid Society meeting is set for August 31 at Mrs. Elizabeth Davis's home. A Republican caucus is planned for August 30 at Town Hall with expected strong turnout.
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Cleveland
T. J. Hannon
Frank Wilson
Patricia
Betty Jane O'Brien
Sullivan
Welsh
Gertrude Evert
West Salem
Lucille Greg
Penfield School
Harvey Blough
Nebraska Drivers Stick to Their Old Autos
Nebraska drivers continue to use dilapidated cars with the average vehicle value on state roads at $85.59 this year. This contrasts with $131.84 in 1932, $165.32 in 1931, and $208.45 in 1930, reflecting the ongoing depression impact on car values.
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Nebraska
Lincoln
Neb
League Palace Ready by August 1935 in Geneva
The exterior of the League of Nations Palace, a $5,000,000 complex housing over 3,000 officials and press, will be completed and ready for occupancy in August 1935. The structure, akin to Versailles in size, uses 700,000 bricks, 4,700 tons of steel, and features extensive press facilities and a grand Assembly Hall.
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Geneva
The
League
Palace of Versailles
National
League Palace
Julian Flegenheimer
Ninot
Paris
Four Tulare Girls Tour District in 1900 Model Buggy
Four distinct Tulare girls Gertrude Van Houten Madeline Greiger Dorothy Kemble and Mary Jane Garber harnessed a 1900 model buggy drawn by a mule and set out before dawn. Eighteen hours later they arrived at the S. K. Skaggs summer home about 30 miles away, marking an early example of modern travel depicted in light news.
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Wodern
Tulare
Cal
Gertrude van Houten
Madeline Greiger
Dorothy Kemble
Mary Jane Garber
S. K
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Chronicle-Telegram
Audit Bureau
Second Street
Elyria
Ohio
Lorain County Printing & Publishing Company, Publishers
Co. Hudnutt
J. Clare George
A. & Patec Oei
Stanley
SARAK
Lee W. Stanley Central Press
Topay
Frederick H. Ecker
Metropolitan Life Insurance Company
Phoenicia
N. Y
Charles 5. Hamlin
Federal Reserve Board
U. S
Huey P. Long
Louisiana
Winnfield
Campbell King
Flat Rock
N. C
Thomas Raeburn White
Duchin
Ind
Sir Ernest Rutherford
Britain
New Zealand
Topat
Sallys
Howard Rader
Herman Welz
Earl Hunter
Minnie Hunter
Chippewa
Sandusky
Detroit River
Lake St. Clair
St. Clair Flats
St. Clair River
Walpole Reservation
Jack Kerchner
Mantua
J. D. Parker
William Opperman
Howe
K E. Avery
Myron Knott
A. Schneider
Amherst
Abe Wood
Jake Mosher
Fred Andrews
Riverside Tavern
Coonville Bridge
Ma Smith
Mgr
Bill Bartlett
Cleveland Street
Perry Court Springs
Murbach Coal & Supply Co
West Bridge St
Homburg
the Bell CO
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