Old Glory 152 Years Old Tomorrow
The nation marks 152 years of its flag, tracing the Grand Union flag's evolution to Old Glory adopted on June 14, 1777. It notes Betsy Ross, early displays in Portsmouth and Fort Stanwix, sea actions aboard the Raleigh, Derna, and the anthem's creation by Francis Scott Key.
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George Washington
St. George
St. Andrew
Continental Congress
United States
Betsy Ross
Arch Street
Philadelphia
Congress
Portsmouth
N. H
Paul Jones
Portsmouth Harbor
Fort Stanwix
Rome
New York
Thomas Thompson
Raleigh
France
Presley N. O’bannon
U. S
Derna
Africa
Courage of a Leader in Hoover Farm Relief Push
The piece portrays President Hoover as a decisive leader who, after pressing leaders for a farm relief bill and rejecting the debenture feature, maintains the whip hand in a Senate with rebels. It credits him with campaign pledges, strong character, and growing support as he champions law enforcement and farm relief, signaling a durable executive position despite opposition.
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Hooter
Senate
Hoover
Cotton Replaces Cattle Grazing Across Texas Ranges
A shift in Texas agriculture sees cattle ranges converted to cotton crops, signaling a possible belief that people prefer wealth or status over sustenance. The piece notes a bachelor’s health seeming better due to lack of concern from others during illness.
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Texas
Diet and Health Q and A on dieting and remedies
The column answers reader queries on weight loss plateaus and water retention, counting calories, and whether green bananas are healthy. It notes that fasting limits may stall loss, suggests brick walking and tummy exercises, and mentions ultraviolet light therapy as a possible treatment option for erysipelas and related conditions.
Notable historical figures born or died on this date
Anniversaries mark notable births and deaths including Francis Dana Thomas Young Winfield Scott Thomas Arnold Gustavus V. Fox Duke de Broglie Julius Hichberg and other prominent figures born in the 18th and 19th centuries with several passing dates noted across early American and European history.
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Francis Dana
U. S
Russia
Charlestown
Mass
Cambridge
Thomas Young
Winfield Scott
United States Army
Petersburg
West Point
N.Y
Thomas Arnold
Rugby
England
Gustavus V. Fox
Navy
Saugus
New York City
Duke de Broglie
Julius Hichberg
Germany
Boston
Harold Grange obituary notice recalled in Kent Pa
In Kent Pennsylvania a 43 year old item recalls Harold Red Grange born at Forksville Pennsylvania 26 years ago confirming the famous football player’s connection to the region and era. The note ties Grange to his Forksville birth and his legacy in football.
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Kent
Harold ‘Red) Grange
Forksville
Sir Charles Parsons Turbine Inventor Noted in 19th Century
Sir Charles Parsons, famed inventor of the turbine, was born in England about 75 years ago. The milestone marks the birth of the engineer credited with pioneering a landmark power technology.
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Charles Parsons
England
Gentle guidance for a hopeful matrimonial match
The text extols a benevolent, softly domestic disposition and kind heart promising happiness for both partners. It envisions a cheerful home, personal happiness, and broad social ties as friends are drawn by the person’s good nature and recognized abilities.
Who's Who In The Day's News Harry Bartow Hawes
Paragraph notes Harry Bartow Hawes born Covington Kentucky November 15 1869 grew to Missouri law and politics. He practiced law in St Louis joined public service including Missouri house of representatives 1916 17 led St Louis Police Board four years elected U.S. congress 1921 to 1927 and then senator, served as army major in World War. Also contrasts open government with closed door procedures and references open hearings by tariff and Federal Trade commissions.
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Harry Bartow Hawes
Covington
St Louis
United States Senate
United States Army
New
Law Enforcement Commission
Congress
United States
Tariff Commission
Federal Trade Commission
Commission
Decree Prohibits Vernacular Bible Use by Papal Authority
A 1757 decree of Pope Benedict XIV forbids using any Bible version in the common language. In Bristol 1788 George Lukins is exorcised of seven devils by seven clergymen at Temple Church. The 1857 period sees nationwide storms amid astrologers prediction of earth’s destruction by a comet. The 1888 U.S. Congress creates the Department of Labor.
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Benedict XIV
George Lukins
Temple Church
Bristol
England
Department of Labor
Congress
Notable Births of Poets and Pioneering Women Filmmaker
William Butler Yeats, the celebrated Irish author and playwright, born in Dublin sixty four years ago. Dr. James E. Allen, president of Davis and Elkins College in West Virginia, born at Hebron Virginia fifty three years ago. Lois Weber, first woman director in the movies, born at Ailez-
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William Butler Yeats
Dublin
James E. Allen
Davis and Elkins College
West Virginia
Hebron
Lois Weber
Ailez
Grape Raisers and Barley Growers Face Pressure
A fragmented, rowdy passage depicts a scene of grape raisers and barley growers under scrutiny. The speaker mocks missed warnings from a life insurance agent, hinting at long standing tensions and newfound scrutiny on harbor dandelions and the green carpet. The tone is satirical, with regional character.
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John F. Dille
Open Hearings Described for Public Confidence in Commission
The text advocates open hearings for a commission on judicial reform and prohibition, arguing the public must hear all evidence, assess witnesses, and judge impartiality. It warns closed proceedings would erode confidence and hinder thorough examination, noting governments worldwide favor open sessions for grave policy questions.
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Second Street
Elyria
Ohio
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Lorain County Printing & Publishing Company
Lorain
State of
Robert E. Ward, Inc
Chicago
Wabash Ave
Detroit
General Motors
Lulu Hunt Peters
M. D
Minneapolis General Hospital
Peters
Harry Hawes
Missouri
Electric Light
United States Electric Light and Power Shares, Inc
Central Union Trust Company of
C. J. Sartor
Tillotson & Wolcott Co
Investment Securities
Elyria Sav. Bank
Clarence D. Chamberlin
Veedol
Byrd, Goebel
Stinson
Chamberlin
Tide Water Oil Sales Corporation
Columbus
WJZ
WBZA
WBZ
WBAL
WHAM
KDKA
WJR
WLW
WCFL
KWK
WREN
Pennsylvania
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