Mary of a modern Pepys on the New York scene
The piece blends social trivia with sharp note on the bogus Prince Michael Romanoff. It mentions Joan Crawford, Peter Arno, Marlene Dietrich, and Earl Bennams, plus fashion and publicity stunts in a brisk, era voice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Mary
Lexington
A&a
Joan Crawford
Steve
Buff Brodus
Charlie Towne
Marc Connolly
Clare Brekaw
George Jean Nathan
Paul Whiteman
Peter Arno
Reno
London
Earl Bennams
Michael Romanoff
Echoes of a Bygone Era in a Town Memoir
A fragmented reminiscence recalls social figures such as Julia Hoyt and BuVette Newsome, along with mentions of Richard Bennett, Walter Chisvster, Walter Jr, Owen Davis, Tommy Millard, Carl Laemmle, and others. The piece notes fashion details, local gossip, and cultural touchstones from a past era, with scattered observations on flirting, theater, and cinema circles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richard Bennett
Urbana
Hoy
Buddy Rogers
Walter Chisvster
Walter Jr
Owen Davis
Will Ho Hays
Francis Lederer
Glenn Anders
Tommy Millard
Carl Laemmlie
The Irony of Long Life and Our Misguided Progress
The piece argues that advances in medicine prolong life while mechanical gains and youthful labor demand collide, causing unemployment among the elderly. It cites Dr. Francis M. Pottenger on the mismatch between extended lifespans and active economic roles, urging coordinated use of science, industry, and communication to reduce poverty and improve happiness and fulfillment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Francis M. Pottenger
California
American College of Physicians
The Imperishables and the Machine Age
A provocative essay warns that civilization's core values endure beyond changing tech and economies. It argues selfishness, not machines, could ruin society, urging preservation of religion, home life, language, philosophy, literature, and universal public education amid modernization.
Deserving Democrat Offered Patronage List Prepares Purchase
The New York Sun notes for 40 cents a Democrat can obtain from the superintendent of documents a list of 100 009 jobs on the patronage list. Republicans are advised not to seek this tempting literature.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Sun
Conference chain proves progress in diplomacy
The Washington Evening Star notes that conferences often lead to follow up meetings, arguing that progress is incremental and rarely a single event. The piece suggests persistent dialogue keeps momentum despite slow outcomes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Evening Star
Average man decline begins at age 25 says Dayton Daily News
The Dayton Daily News notes that the idea of decline starting at 25 depends on what is offered, implying context shapes the notion of aging and value. The remark frames how opportunities or demands influence perceived aging effects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Dayton Daily News
One New Yorker Joins 160 Ballot Cast in Election
A report in The Albany Knickerbocker Press notes a single man in New York cast 160 ballots in the last election while critics say men fail to take citizenship seriously.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Albany Knickerbocker Press
Hindenburg’s Enemies Named by Former Bossing Era
In the Joseph Gazette, a retrospective notes that while Hindenburg led his army he clearly identified his adversaries, reflecting on the politics and opposition of his command era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hindenburg
Tf. Joseph Gazette
The Editor and the Town Gossip Folly
A humorous tale from Eagle, Minnesota portrays a town editor who overfills a page with wedding notices, romances, poetry, and a death notice. Critics note the editor's lapse in proofreading leads to public scorn as ads and subscriptions collapse across generations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Akim
Eagie
Deiano
Minn
One Thing We Have Learned From The Low Mood
A note on coping with depression suggests enjoying time without spending money. It highlights inexpensive activities and mindset shifts to improve mood.
Family Doctors and Specialists Among Us
A dialogue recalls changing medical care with Dr Carver once a family doctor now replaced by various specialists including a heart, throat, nerve, and osteopath. neighbors recall youthful dime novels and a critique of modern publishing. It ends noting a moral question about marrying for wealth versus helping the poor.
Ephriam'sMistreated Muse In Mumbled Exchange
Fragmentary dialogue depicts Ephriam and Mick in a tense scene. The speaker notes Mick frequently kicks in the cited place, while Ephriam hints at mild resistance without overt defiance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ephriam
Two Faced People And A Clearing Storm
A witty comparison notes that a grouch and a hen differ by time out to set. It claims both sides of a face aren’t equal and likens hard times to a wind stripping dead branches, removing old dead wood from establishments during a business storm.
Cautious counsel amid shifting fortunes
A fragment offers advice on weathering fortune's attacks with caution and discernment. It suggests favorable rumors may open chances for success while otherwise advising a return to quiet, measured living. The tone is admonitory and reflective.
Bank Move Planned to Ely Block Room
Plans to relocate the National Bank from the library building to the Ely Block room now used by C C Bowers Drug Store and Palm Shoe Parlors have formed. The bank will spend at least $10000 for furnishing the new space. W G Sharp of Elyria says he will not run for Congress this year, quashing gossip about a Democratic nomination while Laning is the Republican choice at the Shelby Convention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Bank
Hbrary
Ely Block
C. C. Bowers
W. G. Sharp
Elyria
Congress
Laning
Shelby
Lorain and Ashland Rail line to begin August operation
The Lorain and Ashland Railroad will start operating trains by August first, announced Joseph Ramser Jr., president. The Lorain Custaloga line will connect with four major trunk railroads crossing Ohio, expanding regional rail links.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lorain
Farmer seeks cow swap for 1933 license plate
A South Carolina farmer offers to swap a cow producing six quarts of milk daily for a 1933 license plate. The article notes some insist on driving an automobile despite ongoing sacrifices. Style experts predict fashion changes this spring as people adjust to new trends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Carolina
Notable anniversaries of historical figures
A list of birth years and brief bios for figures including Thomas Conwey Iri a Henry Wadsworth Longfellow John Gibbs Gilbert William Buel Franklin Ernest Renan Eben Terry Henry E Huntington and others with dates of birth and death. The entries place origins and final resting places in cities such as Boston Portland Hartford Philadelphia Oneonta and Cambridge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Conwey
Washington
Jacob Bigelow
Boston
Sadsbury
Mass
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
Portland
Maine
Cambridge Mass
John Gibbs Gilbert
William Buel Franklin
Hartford
Oneonta
N. Y
Philadelphia
Railway Franchise Talks End In Standoff
A heated debate on the proposed Yellow Line franchise last night left the city and railway company far apart. The railroad's superintendent called the current form of the franchise impossible. In Penfield seven Epworth League members were injured when a sled carrying eighteen youths was struck by a car near Lichfield last week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
City and Railway Company
Fierce blaze guts Morris Lesnick properties on Furnace Street
A spectacular fire early today caused an estimated 373000 in damage to Morris Lesnick buildings on Furnace Street. The blaze destroyed a large three story barn and three other structures and burned two horses a German police dog nine trucks and two automobiles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morris Lesnick
Furnace Street
Galladays Return Home After Visit
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Galladay of Canton stayed several days with Mr. and Mrs. George Goodyear on Butternut Ridge Road and have returned home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carlisle
Joseph Galladay
Canton
George Goodyear
Butternut Ridge Road
Local Young Women Form New Club On Fast River Road
Miss Veda Davidson hosted a gathering Wednesday evening on Fast River Road where young women organized a new club. Officers elected include President Rosella Enops Secretary Anna Mae Wie send Treasurer Dolores Resar and Press Reporter Nettydean Greene. The next meeting is set for March at Miss Clara Green’s East Avenue home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Veda Davidson
Fast River Road
Rosella Enops
Anna Mae Wiesend
Dolores Resar
Nettydean Greene
Clara Green
East Avenue
Velda Davidson
Mena Bennett
Rose Davidson
Ella Fillo
Rebecca Smith
Anna Mae Wieland
Rosella Ewere
Janet Payne
Professor Picard’s Claims Spark Air Travel Debate
The article recalls Professor Picard and peers debating human flight above the stratosphere. It notes early visions of autonomous air routes and the feasibility concerns surrounding our 20th century aviation dreams.
Notable 18th 19th Century Events Highlighted
The fragment notes great efforts to raise funds for ransoming American captives held by Algeans, a 1849 agreement between Britain and the United States to prevent immediate hostilities near New Brunswick and Maine, and the 148th inauguration of a Free Republic around the Column of July in Paris.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Andrew’s University
Scotland
Britain
United States
New Brunswick
Mai
Prominent Leaders Born In Recent Years
The record notes several notable figures with birthplaces and ages: U S Senator Hugo Blek of Alabama born Harla Alu 47 years ago. U S Senator Burton Wheeler of Montana born Hudson Mas 51 years ago. economist Irving Fisher born Sau gerties M Y 66 years ago. David Sarnoff of RCA born Russia 42 years ago. Maj Gen Ben H Fuller USMC born Big Rapids Mich 63 years ago. Ellery Sedgewick Atlantic Monthly editor born New York City 61 years ago. Dr Ralph C Hutchison president Washington and Jefferson College born Florisant Colo 35 years ago.
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T. S
Hugo Blek
Alabama
Harla
Alu
U.S
Burton K Wheeler
Montana
Hudson
Mas
Irving Fisher
Ydne
Saugerties
M. Y
David Sarnoff
Radio Corporation of America
Russia
Ben H. Fuller
United States Marine Corps
Big Rapids
Mich
Ellery Sedgewick
Atlantic Months
Boston
New York City
Ralph C. Hutchison
Washington and Jefferson College
Penna
Florissant
Colo
Cunningham Family Guests and Detroit Visitor
Mr and Mrs J S Cunningham and their son and daughter in law hosted guests at the home of their son and daughter in law Mr and Mrs Lyle Cunningham in Sandusky. Mrs Andre R Crippen of Detroit is visiting her parents Mr and Mrs BE E Humphrey on the Butternut Ridge road. Mr and Mrs Howard Goodyear and daughter from Cleveland visit the Goodyear family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J .S. Cunningham
Daugher
Lyle Cunningham
Sandusky
Andre R. Crippen
Detroit
BE. E. Humphrey
Butternut Ridge Road
Howard Goodyear
Cleveland
George Goodyear
Anniversary Surprise for Mr and Mrs Charles Greene
Mr and Mrs Charles Greene were surprised Monday evening by a party of 20 to celebrate their anniversary. The gathering included neighbors and friends who joined in a cake cutting and well wishes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs
Charles Greene
Notable 20th Wedding Anniversary Party Held East River Road
Neighbors and friends visited the East River road home to honor a 20th wedding anniversary. A banquet was served with a rose glass table service presented to the honored couple. Prizes were awarded to Miss Nettydean Greene and Russell Hutchings while Mrs. William Hardachre and Fred Hill received consolation prizes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
East River Road
Nettydean Greene
Russell Hutchings
William Hardachre
Fred Hill
Mrs Frank Harrison Hosts Afternoon Get Together
Mrs Frank Harrison entertained about 30 neighbors Tuesday from two to five at Gratton road home. Singer Donald Terrell performed with sister Dorothy Terrell at piano. Mrs Clayton Smith played solos. Pink snapdragons and ribbons from Lambert Florists decorated rooms. Out-of-town guests included Mrs William Sthey and daughter Janette, Elyria. Mrs Walter Cornish. Mrs Peter Christensen. Mrs Lee Terrell and children. and Miss Mary K Miller of Elyria.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Harrison
Gratton Road
Donald Terrell
Wiss Dorothy Terrell
Clayton Smith
Edwart Pickard
Lambert Florists
Cleveland
Paul Bungeart
Floral Acres
Grafton Road
William Sthey
Janette
Elyria
Walter Cornish
Peter Christensen
Lee Terrell
Doroths and
Donald
Eaton
Mary K. Miller
J. S
Garlsle Men’s Five Hundred Club Hosts Evening
Frank Boylan entertained the Garlsle Men’s Five Hundred Club at his Elyria home Thursday night. After the play a luncheon was served and members planned to meet again March 2 at William Boylan’s Elyria residence. Miss Marian Swaeth of Chestnut Ridge and Miss Mary Margaret Finnegan of Elyria were overnight guests of Misses Myrtle and Jean O’Connor on Indian Hollow Road.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Garlsle Mens Five Hundred Club
Frank Boylan
Elyria
William Boylan
Marian Swaeth
Chestnut Ridge
Mary Margharet Finnegan
Myrtle
Jean O'Connor
Indian Hollow Road
Carlisle Neighborhood Club Hosts Family Over Supper
A large crowd gathered Friday evening at the Carlisle Center School on LaGrange Road as Carlisle Neighborhood Club members entertained their families with an supper followed by a social evening and card games.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carlisle Center
LaGrange Road
Carlisle
LaPorte Methodist Ladies' Aid to Meet March 2
LaPorte Methodist Ladies' Aid Society holds a Thursday meeting at East Carlisle school with a luncheon at 11 30 for teachers as guests. Afternoon program features sewing for Carlisle Township's needy and all interested are urged to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
LaPorte Methodist Ladies’ Aid Society
East Carlisle School
Carlisle Township
Taxpayers League Meeting In Carlisle Tonight
The Carlisle Taxpayers League will meet at the East Carlisle school at 7 50 this evening. Mrs Alfred Hopkins of Butternut Ridge road visited her grandmother Mrs M D Wack in Elyria on Friday while Mrs L D Feeley of Diag Opal road spent Thursday at the same residence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carlisle Taapayers
East Carlisle
Alfred Hopkins
Butternut Ridge Road
M. D. Wack
Elyria
L. D. Feeley
Diagopal Road
Woman Leaves Hotel Ansonia In Costume Confusion
A first woman exits the Hotel Ansonia wearing an unfamiliar costume causing memory recall issues and confusion. The scene involves a person named Suede Pugh and a disrupted phone book search.
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Ansonia
Lawser
Vase Pugh
Rural drama clubs unite for after hours program
Members of the Kan Act Ura math Cub of Baer Carusie join Columbia Ridgeville and East Qher lin groups at East Carusie school. Leaders spoke, Lorai County Extension Agent CTL tummel urged the value of rural dramatic clubs. A supper with green yellow and orchid decor followed, then an orchestra provided music for attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uramath
Baer Carusie
Volumbia
Ridgeville
East Qherlin
East Carusie Shool
Arting
Club Meeting Notes From Ta-Wasi Club
Miss Edna This of Cheetnut Ridge attended a meeting at the Ta-Wasi Club of the church at Curist. The session met Tuesday evening at the home of Mr. George Smith and Elsma.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edna This
Cheetnut Ridge
Hunn of Curist
George Smith
Odd MacIntyre to Ride to Hounds in Tennessee
A fragment from a Tennessee paper notes Odd MacIntyre intends to ride to hounds with Locerou. The brief item hints at a forthcoming fox hunt and reflects late 19th century sporting coverage.
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Buvette Newsome
Atlanta
Charles Dana Gibson
Miss Newsome
Cissie Loftus
Sharon
Getteth
Stephen MccKennan
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Rou
Che Peer
Elvica Telegram
Willie
Chronicle-Telegram
TO. T.lure
Picard
Weil Mayne
Sallys
Ladies’ Aid
Egenaren
HH. Gibbs
KAN Ace Club
Pierre R. Smith
Sucy
Crystal
Court St. Elvyria Hotel Bldg
Pocahontas
Murbach Coal & Supply CO
Elyria, Ohio
Colgan - Kimbel Inc
Broad Street
the Bridge
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