Notable anniversaries of American figures through history
A compact roll of birth and death anniversaries: Hugh Williamson born in West Nottingham Pennsylvania, died New York 1819. Martin Van Buren born Kinderhook New York, died 1862. Thomas J. Rusk born Pendleton District South Carolina, died 1857. Elizabeth Cabot Cary Agassiz born Boston, died 1907. George A. Custer born Harrison County Ohio, died 1876. Ellis Parker Butler born Muscatine Iowa, died 1937. Arthur W. Currie born Canada, died 1933.
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Hugh Williamson
North Carolina
West Nottingham
New York
Martin van Buren
Kinderhook
N. Y
Thomas J. Rusk
Texas
The
Ellis Parker Butler
Muscatine
Arthur W. Currie
Elks Memorial Service Honors Deceased Members in Elyria
One hundred Elyria Elks and friends attended the annual memorial service honoring lodge members who died in the past year. Barberton native Oliver D. Everhardt spoke on fraternalism, calling for unity amid unrest. Exalted Ruler Gerald Nau led the ritual with Judge H. H. Nye introducing the speaker, and the Elyrians Quartet provided music. Dogs banned on Barcelona streets to prevent typhus.
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Elyria Elks and Friends
Elks
Oliver D. Everhardt
Barberton
Whhich
Gerald Nau
H. H. Nye
Elyrians Quartet
Bible Readings Present Judgment Emphasis on Now
The piece argues that true judgment is present not past or future. It contrasts those clinging to history with the King’s judgment active now. It urges decisive personal action, casting out evil by doing, as Jesus lives in the present and judges today.
My Own Eyes Reflections on Mercy and Judgment
A devotional verse praising Christ as savior and judge, noting response to His revelation, uplift, and mercy. It evokes St Bernard of Cluny as a cited source for spiritual authority and contemplation of divine judgment and righteousness.
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St. Bernard of
Cluny
France’s political crisis invites looming dictatorship threat
The article argues France’s repeated cabinet crises left it powerless to deter Hitler, Mussolini, and Franco. It notes Daladier’s failed attempts to unite parties, salvage the franc, and push an economy plan amid social security cuts, militia mobilization, and the threat of a general strike.
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France
Chamberlain
Munich
Hitler
Europe
Austria
Germany
Italy
Ethiopia
Briand
Poincare
Daladier
Chamber of Deputies
Dalaisier
Local merchants showcase wide range of Christmas toys
A weekend toy tour shows many entertaining and instructive options this year. Mechanical steam and electric toys attract mechanically inclined children while mass production drives broad price choices. Strongly built heavier toys appeal to kids who want durability and long play life.
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Tor
Local merchants urged support for Christmas shopping
Merchants express optimism for a strong Christmas season and urge community members to back local stores. They note spending supports clerks, landlords, and community life, highlighting the positive impact of local business on the town.
Christmas Reflections and Hope for Every Child
A seasonal piece recalling childhood Christmas mornings and the joy of gifts, while noting that some families still struggle with money, sickness, or need. It highlights local charity efforts like the Not-All-Empty stocking fund and the Salvation Army Toy Shop, urging support to ensure a happy Christmas for all. Beauty and equality follow in spirit as we consider those less fortunate.
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Santa
Salvation Army
Timeline of notable events from 1776 to 1933
A compact past decade-by-decade digest lists events including Phi Beta Kappa's origin at William and Mary in 1776, Washington’s second-term reelection in 1792, a deadly 1816 Brooklyn theatre fire, the Irish Free State's 1922 dawn, a 1930 Meuse fog and gas incident killing 75, the 1931 destruction of Aloscow’s Cathedral, Einstein’s 1932 Berlin questioning, and Utah's 1933 Prohibition end.
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Phi Beta Kappa
William and Mary College
Washington
Brooklyn
N. Y
Irish Free State
the Meuse
Aloscow
Cathedral of the Redeemer
Palace of the Soviets
Albert Einstein
U. S
Berlin
Utah
Notable birthdays listed for Grace Moore and peers
Grace Moore born Jellicoe Tennessee 37 years ago. Walter E. Disney born Chicago 37 years ago. Governor Harry W Nice born Washington DC 61 years ago. Philip K. Wrigley born Chicago 43 years ago. Martin W. Clement born Sunbury Pennsylvania 57 years ago. Delia J Akeley born Beaver Dam Wisconsin 63 years ago. Alice Brown born Hampton Falls New Hampshire 61 years ago. Hugh S Magill born Auburn Illinois 70 years ago.
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Grace Moore
Jellicoe
Tenn
Walter E. Disney
Chicago
Harry W. Nice
Maryland
Washington, D. C
Philip K. Wrigley
Martin W. Clement
Pennsylvania Railroad
Sunbury
Delia J. Akeley
New York
Beaver Dam
Wis
Alice Brown
Boston
Hampton Falls
N. H
Hugh S. Magill
American Federation of Investors
Auburn
Lil
Early Hour Births Shape Mind and Liberty Restraints
A reflection notes that those born in the early hours may harbor misanthropic attitudes, possibly from real or imagined wrongs. As the day progresses the mind grows more active and daring, though life may remain circumscribed. Under certain influences this could lead to a restraint of liberty.
Discharge Request Denied for Bus Driver Amid Route Controversy
Sheffield Lake school officials rejected an immediate discharge for bus driver Charles A. Bauserman after parents urged dismissal for failing to stop at a railroad crossing. The board will decide on the change at the next regular meeting. Bauserman remains on probation until December 23, before the holiday break.
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Sheffield Lake
Charles A. Bauserman
Bauserman
Harry Gang
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National Safety Council
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Russia
P. R. Smith & CO
Elyria Savings & Trust Co
Rea Leto
TALON
Greyhound
U.S
North America
Lela Hall
Eddie Cantor
America
Columbia Network
Charles Dietrich
Raynolde Tobarte Ca
Piaston-Saiea
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