Wolfingers Hold Reunion at City Park
The 21st Wolfinger family reunion drew 300 attendees from distant points. Postmaster Edward M. Tenney read a poem for the late Joseph W. Wolfinger. Rev. Dr. William M. Norment spoke. Officers named include Harry B. Wolfinger as chairman, Lawson Wolfinger as vice chairman, Robert Eckstine secretary, and Webster Spessary Chenaville treasurer.
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Wolfinger
Edward M. Tenney
Joseph W. Wolfinger
Smithsburg
William M. Norment
Harry B. Wolfinger
Hagerstown
Lawson Wolfinger
Robert Eckstine
Webster Spessary
Cleveland
Fields
Eli. R. Wolfinger
Chambersburg
Viola Hartman
Waynesboro
Lester Barr
Baltimore
Bert Wolfinger
Washington
Albert Wolfinger
R. Doyle and Son
Tacoma Park
Gale Threat Looms Over Apalachicola Gulf Coast
Tropical storm moved northwestward across the Gulf of Mexico bringing increasing winds and heavy rain to Apalachicola and surrounding north Florida gulf coast towns. Shipping sought shelter as residents prepared homes and businesses for the gale.
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Florida
Gulf
Apalachicola
Fla
Gulf of Mexico
Florida Gulf Coast
Upward Trend Seen Across Fifth District
Richmond August 31 The Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond reports improvements in credit, business and agricultural conditions since mid July. An upward trend is noted across the Fifth District driven by higher cotton and commodity prices though wholesale and retail trading show price gains while commodity prices recede.
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Richmond
Federal Reserve Bank of Ricmond
Federal Reserve
Safe Pleasant Way To Lose Fat
An advertisement touts Kruschen Salts as a safe, effective method to shed fat in a month while boosting energy and health. It promises weight loss to normal, improved skin, and greater ambition, urging readers to use one half teaspoonful daily in hot water before breakfast for four weeks and to monitor progress with a scale.
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Cauffman
H. PL. Middlehanf
Wareham Drug Co
Taney Hack
Roach Killer Terro Advertises Quick Relief
An advertisement promotes Terro Roach Killer claiming rapid elimination of roaches and waterbugs. The copy asserts guaranteed effectiveness and contrasts with Terra Ant Killer, though wording contains errors and repetitions.
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Nate
Mary Pickford and Viola Dana At Local Theaters
City markets show peaches at 70 cents and potatoes at 1.40 a bushel. Over 159000 children aged 14 to 11 were compelled to gut work under the new Federal Child Labor law. Regina Dillon leaves home for training at Providence Hospital. Deputy Sheriff Joshua Long seeks army enlistment. Agriculture Department forecasts record cotton crop.
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U. S
Golden Anniversary for Olive Wood and Spouse at Wever ton
The couple Mr and Mrs Olive Wood celebrated their golden wedding anniversary. Other items note Charles J McKinser and Alice Wolfinger of this city licensed to wed, George W Stevens and Hester A Williamson of Williamsport also licensed. A fire damaged the Conococheague Club causing about 5000 in damage. City high schools opened for the season while graded schools wait until September 15. Samuel B Ramsey and Emma V Snively, both of this city, were married in Sharpsburg.
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Mrs
Olive Wood
Weverton
Charles J. McKinser
Alice Wolfinger
Geo. W. Stevens
Hester A. Williamson
Williamsport
Samuel B. Ramsey
Emma V. Snively
Sharpsburg
Baltimore Trolley Fares To Be Reduced
Baltimore August 31 patrons of street cars will see a fare cut from 10 cents to 25 cents for a three ride deal and a two year company reorganization. The city council ordered a tax reduction on United Railways and a phased decline from nine to three percent in gross receipts by 1928. Opponents warn the city may face a $500000 annual revenue shortfall and higher tax burden on residents.
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Baltimore
United Railways
Would Organize Roosevelt Clubs
John T. Mason of Hancock urges non partisan Roosevelt clubs across districts to attract Republicans and Democrats alike. He notes many Republicans intend to vote Democratic this fall and argues restricted party clubs push behavior toward broader, shared support for the Roosevelt-Garner-Tydings-Lewis ticket.
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John T. Mason
Hancock
Mason
Democratic Organization Club
Railroad merger plans discussed
Railroad executives of eastern trunk line systems met in New York to discuss consolidation plans but did not decide on actions regarding the Interstate Commerce Commission proposal. The meeting adjourned to a later date with some attendees hopeful that progress had been made.
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New York
Eastern Trunk Line
Interstate Commerce Commission
Leather Clan Reunion and Pioneer Hook and Ladder Election
The Leather Clan held its second annual reunion at the Keller residence with about 109 in attendance. Prizes went to Mrs. Alice Stouffer and others for oldest, youngest, largest family, and traveling the farthest. Dinner was served at noon followed by Rev. Paul Curfman’s address. The Leather Clan election and monthly company meeting are scheduled this evening between 7 and 9 with all members urged to attend.
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Leather
Keller
I Leather
Edgemost
Alice C. Stouffer
Daniel M. Beard
Raby Janet. McClure
Frank Doyle
Paul Curfman
St. Paul's Methodist Church
Smuthsburg
Keller Leather
Dora and
Howard | Leather
Vernon Leather
Leslie Leather
Lewis’ Leather
Lloyd Leather
Mildred
John Leather
Henry Leuschner
Evelyn
Margaret Leuschner
Lawrence Shover
Everett Shove
Smith Holds Lead in South Carolina Primary Senate Race
Columbia Aug 21 Senator E D Smith extended his slim margin over Senator Cole L Blease in the Democratic primary as returns tabulated from yesterday’s vote show strong challenges for several South Carolina incumbents. The contest reflects a tight race for the party nomination.
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Columbia
S. C
E. D. Smith
Fort
Cole L. Blease
South Carolina
Gulf Gas Delivery Drive Promises Fresh Fuel Access
The Gulf organization describes a nationwide network with 30 refineries and 45,000 Gulf filling stations to keep a constant flow of fresh gas. Tank trucks deliver gas daily, emphasizing power, cleanliness, and quiet performance, urging exclusive use of Gulf fuel.
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Gulf
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Providence Hospital
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Italy
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Lewis Beard
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Vernon Beard
Christina Beard
Paul Cartman
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Arthur Ross
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