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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1935
Page
4
The story explains that ancient Parthian cavalry charged and then turned to retreat while firing arrows into the enemy ranks. This tactic gave rise to the term parthian shot or parting shot, referring to a last blow delivered before withdrawal.
In a reflective column the author speculates on FDRs 1936 term prospects and possible admin changes. It notes Townsendites may push old age pensions, Huey Long's influence, and party tactics. It also covers the Bullitt bid for Philadelphia controller and Democratic moves in Pennsylvania.
The article notes Herbert Hoover resisting ghostwriter claims and adopting a livelier, ironic delivery in public remarks. It contrasts his old engineering rhetoric with a more entertaining approach, aided by aides, as he navigates post-presidency uncertainty and press scrutiny.
Today in history recalls Washington crossing the Delaware in 1776 to surprise Hessians at Trenton, with small American losses and a morale boost. It also notes a 1806 Sioux uprising and the execution of 150 Sioux on a single scaffold at Mankato Minnesota, amid frontier terror.
A fragmented OCR item lists scattered historical notes: 1878 John Wananaker’s Philadelphia store heated by electricity claimed as first in the country. 1918 President Wilson reportedly slept in Buckingham Palace. 1933 Buzzards buried half the country in snowdrifts.
An editorial contends Col. Lindbergh, his wife and son Jon leave the United States for safety, accusing some Americans and press of sensationalism and lax law enforcement. It voices shock at a national hero seeking refuge abroad, condemns intruding newspapers, and urges officials to restore public safety and integrity.
Turmoil in Europe drives more American travelers to Pacific ports with many tourists diverting to Hawaii Samoa Fiji New Zealand and Australia. Natives from Australia and New Zealand in Europe cancel homeward Suez routes and catch American liners from San Francisco or Los Angeles. The trend benefits U S business and the American Merchant Marine and deepens cross ocean ties as nations along the Pacific seek peace amid competing governments.
Dr. Isaiah Bowman of Johns Hopkins University. George F. Gets of Chicago. William A. Law of Penn Mutual Life Insurance Co.. Rev. Arthur J. Moore of the Methodist Episcopal Church South. Henry T. Harriman of Boston. Rev. Charles J. Shaeffer of Philadelphia. Sir Norman Ansell, all listed with birthplaces and ages. The items reflect prominent leaders in academia, politics, religion, and economics.
Concentration of purpose appears likely to be applied toward higher aims with strong aspiration. The outlook suggests achievement in lofty aims, though it notes a missed opportunity to translate these ambitions into the native’s material welfare.
The dress reform idea began in the late 19th century in Germany after England’s aesthetic movement. It proposed woolen clothing for all items including handkerchiefs and claimed wool garments could restore health, especially for the sick.
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