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Newspaper
Van Wert Times
Location
Van Wert, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1936
Page
4
A dense crossword style header lists numerous clues across horizontal and vertical entries with varied word lengths and definitions, including references to places, figures, and common terms. The page combines puzzle entries with scattered notes and calendar-like hints.
Washington observes moves toward a national referendum before war entry led by Rep Louis Ludlow with 55 to 60 pledges. Proponents include railroad unions and some women's groups, while Col Arthur W Little promotes a compulsory affirmative wave for armed service. The VFW disclaims ties but hints at support for the idea.
Fragmentary OCR lists ages weights and familial names for individuals linked to a 1930s reform era case network. Names include John Kerpis Lana Karpis Emily Newbold and Grooms with addresses in Chicago Topeka Hutchinson and Lansing. Notable actions include burglary charges larceny auto and sentences around ten years with transfers between reform facilities in Kansas and Missouri.
Mr and Mrs Wiley Kerns planned a quiet New Years Eve at the home of Mr and Mrs Russel Cowgill in Convoy. Convoy Juvenile Grange members arrived as a surprise for Mrs Kerns with Miss Betty Cowgill leading games and serving refreshments. Liberty Grange schedules regular meeting for Wednesday January 8 with new officers to be installed and requests each family bring sandwiches and two covered dishes.
The Brumback Library children's department adds several new titles for circulation including The American People and the Nation by Tryon and Moviemakers by Flaherty. Other arrivals include Bob Gordon Cub Reporter by Dean Lucretia Ann On the Oregon Trail by Plowhead Honey Jane by Justus and The Skating Gander by Bailey. Shelby resident Helen Queen takes up painting and paper hanging as a trade with her father.
Simple plea in local notices urging caution on the roads. Message reports a call to drive carefully and avoid fatal crashes in the wake of a recent deadly incident. Local readers are urged to report hazards and practice safe driving.
Reidsville women competed to hold dry ice longest triggering blisters after weeks of trials. Prizes were offered for the endurance test in Reidsville, North Carolina.
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