Orchard Word Origin Traced to Yard and Fruit Trees
A note on the term orchard tracing its roots from an Anglo Saxon word for yard or garden where vegetables grew to a tract filled with fruit trees. The origin shows how language evolves from practical plots to cultivated land.
Buttermilk Remedies and Old Friars Club Ambience
A muddled reminiscence ties an aching fever cure to old fashioned churned buttermilk as the writer recalls travels for fresh supply while recounting a return from illness. The piece visits the Friars Club with Gilbert K. Stener and Jack Stark observing a WPA restoration that spoils the venue’s beauty.
Successful Ohio Congregational Conference closes in Elyria
The 500 delegates at the Ohio Congregational Conference in Elyria concluded a largely successful meeting with keen discussion on world religious problems. Visitors praised the well organized program, accommodations, and courteous reception. Mrs. T. L. Moise led the committee work, arranging details well in advance. The conference left Elyria with notable messages from trained religious leaders and a memory of Miss Catherine Van Buren’s noted recital.
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Congregational Churches of
Ohio
Elyna
Catherine van Buren
Fisk University
Oberlin Conservatory of Music
T. L. Moise
Elyria
When Will It Come Vision of average citizens shaping politics
Monroe Michigan newspaper excerpt envisions average people uniting to influence national state and local affairs. It notes decayed parties, factionalism, and shifting political sentiment while predicting gradual systemic change and a hopeful future when common ground is found.
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Monroe
Mich
Wheat Surplus Sparks Debate on Crop Limits and Policy
The writer notes a potential bumper wheat harvest and discusses a proposed 3714 percent cut in next year’s wheat acres to curb surpluses. They question export trade, price maintenance, and moral implications amid relief needs, urging clearer policy.
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Wallace
Life
Anniversaries and anniversaries across history noted
A collage lists birthdays and deaths of notable figures from 1724 to 1938 including Gabriel Jones Seth Warner William Steinitz Walliam Hare Mary Edwards Bryan George Wenner James Marriner Montreals founding dates Newark Pennsylvannia Buffalo Bill Wild West show and Abraham Lincoln nomination a church state divorce in Spain and a printed copyright note.
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Gabriel Jones
Virginia Iawyer
Williamsburg
Seth Warner
Rorpury
Conn
Whlliliam Steinitz
Bohemia
New York City
Whalliam H. Hare
South Dakota
Princeton
N. J
Mary Edwards Bryan
Georgia
Tallahassee
Fla
George A. Wenner
Bethlehem
James T. Marriner
Foreign Service
Portland
Maine
Syria
Montreal
Newark
Wander Rovert
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
Abraham Lincoln
Chicago
John H Curtis
Norfolk Va
Lindwerth
Spain
Notable Birthdays Aged Leaders and Figures Listed
Gouverneur Richard W Leche of Louisiana born in New Orleans 40 years ago Dr John A Mackay president of Princeton Theological Seminary born in Scotland 49 years ago Harry Chandler publisher of Los Angeles born Landaff NY 174 years ago Philip James New York composer conductor born Jersey City NY 48 years ago Dr John W Abercrombie Alabama educator born St Clair County Alabama 72 years ago Ex King Alfonso of Spain born 52 years ago
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Richard W. Leche
Louisiana
New Orleans
John A Mackay
Princeton Theological Seminary
Scotland
Harry Chandler
Los Angeles
Landaff
Philip James
New York
Jersey City
John W. Abercrombie
Alabama
St Clair County
Alfonso
Spain
Bible Readings May 17 Emphasize Living God’s Will
The piece reflects on a Tuesday Bible reading from St. Matthew 12 46 19 stressing discipleship as learning to know God through action. It warns against overthinking doctrinal disputes and urges obedience to God’s will as the path to closeness with Christ and the motherhood.
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God
Christ
Braddock Eats at New York Cafe Near Madison Square Garden
Jim Braddock joins diners at a restaurant bearing his name in the Madison Square Garden area. He is tall and well dressed and among notable patrons including Jack Dempsey and Andy Coakley. The piece notes local eating spots with ringside ambience and recalls Babe Ruth’s home-run prowess as a benchmark.
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New York
Jim Braddock
Madison Square Garden
Jack Dempsey
Chas. Driscoll
Andy Coakley
Andy
Braddock
Joe Palooka
Furtieth Street
Eighth Avenue
Dempsey Place
Gallagher
al Smith
Jimmy Walker
Yankee Stadium
Babe Ruth
Ruth
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Jack Stark
Brass Hair
Steuben Tavern
WPA
Stark
McNaught Syndicate
Mrs. Elyria
R.G. Hochenedel
Mgr
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