Wenner Area Weekly Established 1919 Massachusetts Linotyping Co
The Wenner Area weekly is published by the Massachusetts Linotyping Corporation, a Massachusetts company. It is issued every Thursday with offices in Boston at 167 Oliver Street. The Boston office handles advertising news copy and general business information and is open daily from 8 30 a m to 5 p m. News and advertising copy may be left at 16 Bartlett Road with Rand the Jeweler. Telephone calls go to the Boston office.
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Massachusetts Linotyping Corporation
Massachusetts Corporation
Boston
Oliver St
Mass
Hancock
Bartlett Road
Office of
Rand
Jeweler
Editorial warns against rumors of federal takeover in Winthrop
A Boston paper's sensational claim that the federal government will seize all property in Winthrop is disputed as unfounded. Local officials have sought official word from Senator Lodge, urging residents to ignore rumors that harm real estate and business, and to await proper confirmation.
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Boston
Winthrop
Mgf
Washington
Board of Selectmen
Senator Lodge
Memorial Verses Over Remembrance Day
A somber tribute recalls soldiers who served and died for country and flag. The author laments loss, reflects on duties of remembrance, and honors the fallen with memories, tears, and flowers, signed by Mrs. C.C. Starkweather of 14 Hermon Street.
Fragrant Lily of the Valley Bulbs Forcing Tips
Read: chilled bulbs will bloom in about 15 days when placed in moss and water in a shallow bowl. The flowers are noted as the most fragrant among easily forced bulbs. Also notes that the Red Cross flag originated to compliment the Swiss flag.
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Switzerland
Red Cross
The Bumsteads Return To Winthrop And State Theatres
This Friday and Saturday the Bumsteads perform in a lively musical program at the Winthrop and State Theatres featuring dancing singing and comedy. Columbia's Blondie Goes Latin stars Penny Singleton Arthur Lake and Larry Simms with Tito Guitar and Ruth Terry in supporting roles. The program also includes The Knock Out The Great Lie and Dark Victory with George Brent and Bette Davis. Ziegfeld Girl with James Stewart Judy Garland and Lana Turner headlines Tuesday to Thursday plus Flying Wild featuring Leo Gorcey and Bobby Jordan.
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Winthrop
State
Columbia
Penny Singleton
Arthur Lake
Larry Simms
Tito Guitar
Ruth Terry
Arthur Kennedy
Bette Davis
George Brent
Miss Davis
Mary Astor
Guy Kibbee
Scattergood Baines
James Stewart
Judy Garland
Lana Turner
Leo Gorcey
Bobby Jordan
Sun Never Sets on American Subterritory Observed
The naval observatory notes that the sun never sets on American soil when including the territory reserved by the United States, extending the classic phrase to American holdings.
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Naval Observatory
U. S
Frost in April Folklore Tied to February Thunder
A Mississippi superstition links repeated February thunder to frost on corresponding dates in April. The saying warns that each day of thunder in February will predict frost later in April, reflecting regional folk beliefs about weather patterns.
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Mississippi
Gasoline Tax Share Rises in Motorist's Price
A finding shows 32 cents of every dollar paid for gasoline by a motorist goes to taxes, with part of the amount labeled as gasoline cost.
St John Hall Spring Festival Delights Local Community
A lively report from St John the Evangelist notes a successful spring festival in Lincoln Street hall. The Brigade, Minstrel Revue and dance events drew crowds, with soldiers and locals joining in. A barrage of local updates follows including hospital visits, retirements, engagements, and upcoming Memorial Day services.
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St. John’s Hall
Lincoln St
Henry's Jitterbug Toe Blister Tale
A playful note about Henry dancing the jitterbug despite a blister on his big toe. The speaker asks Henry how he is doing and playfully questions who might be joining in the dance.
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Henry
Bats Fly by Sound System Says Harvard Scientists
Harvard researchers reveal bats use inaudible hisses for navigation in a supersound system. Obstacles reflect these sounds guiding flight and preventing collisions. Covering bats eyes did not affect flight, but masking ears or mouths greatly increased collisions.
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Harvard College
Association
Lou Gehrig Honored By K of C And Parish Notes
The article recalls baseball legends including Lou Gehrig as a model of deportment. It also covers a Catholic Action Club dance with purple and gold jackets awarded to basketball teams, and notes Father Walsh’s transfer to St. Mary's parish in Brookline. Memorial Day activities and local coaching comments are mentioned.
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America
Mathewson
Cobb
Speaker
Cy Young
Alexander
Johnson
Wagner
Lajoie
Ruth
Lou Gehrig
Ben Dudley
Leo Bachini
Monsignor Quinlan
Father Sullivan
Father Walsh
Bostonian Joe O Kane Seen At Local Dance
The text notes Joe O Kane visiting from Texas for a short time attends a Saturday dance, with an emphasis on his continued Bostonese accent and growing resemblance to Tyrone Power as he meets locals.
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Joe O'Kane
Texas
Joe
Tyrone Power
Rog Dodd Defends Footwear Pitching Crown in Fort Heath Chase
Iferon wanders the Fort Heath High lands visiting Horse Shoe Alley. Rog Dodd, proprietor, remains undefeated in pitching the old foot apparel of dobbin. His rivals Dan Honan and Professor McGill loom as formidable spectres in this uneasy power struggle.
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Iferon
Highlands
Fort Heath
Rog Dodd
Rog
Dobbin
Dan Honan
McGill
Novena Service Honors Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal
Next Monday evening marks the eighth Novena service directed by Father Carroll to honor Mary Mother of God. The devout gatherings draw large congregations paying tribute in devotional exercises nightly. The death of former State Deputy John J. Spillane shocks many friends.
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Father Carroll
Mary
John J. Spillane
Deanna Durbin Shines in Spring Parade at Orient Palace
Deanna Durbin stars in Spring Parade at the Orient Palace Theatre with tunes of Old Vienna. Producer Joe Pasternak spent lavishly on this eighth picture, now praised as Durbin’s finest effort and the show’s glowingly beautiful, entertaining appeal. Audience is promised memorable songs and a vibrant cinematic experience.
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Orient Palace Theatre
Deanna Durbin
Tor
Joe Pasternak
Durbin
Vienna
Deanna
Orient Palace Theater
Bright aluminum pans cleaned with vinegar and soapy water
A simple method uses a small amount of vinegar in soapy water to keep aluminum pans bright. Two tablespoons of vinegar per quart of water is suggested for washing.
Difference in Alligator and Crocodile Heads
Alligator heads are short and broad, while crocodile heads are long. The comparison highlights distinct skull shapes and jaw proportions between the two reptile families.
First English Sayings Collection 1546 by John Heywood
The 1546 work by John Heywood gathers early English sayings. It includes Rome was not built in a day as the first recorded expression praising patience and cumulative effort despite prior circulation.
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John Heywood
Rome
Elk Population Concentrated Around Yellowstone
Three-fourths of the United States elk population resides in and near Yellowstone National Park. The statement highlights Yellowstone as the central hub for elk numbers across the country.
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United States
Yellowstone National Park
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