Wedding of Neil D Caner and Margaret L Miller
Society notes recount the December 29 1928 wedding at the First United Brethren church in Harrisburg Virginia of Neil D Caner formerly of Washington now in Chicago and Miss Margaret L Miller of Harrisburg. The event featured organ music a wedding march procession and the old English ring ceremony followed by a reception at the bride’s parents home. The couple planned to return to Chicago after visits in Washington and Baltimore for the New Year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Neil D. Caner
Washington
Chicago
Margaret L. Miller
Harrisburg
Virginia
First United Brethers Church
Miss Miller
Loberin
Donald Caner
de Kovcon
J.C. Caner
Donald
Jessie E. Sage
Chicazo
Washington D.C
Baltimmore
Mr. Caner
Washington High School
Deagan Chimes Co
Local Club Meetings Schedule Irregularities
An assortment of announcements lists church, club, and society meetings in West Chester area venues. Items include Py Ihian Sisters gathering January 15 at 7 30 PM, Ant Department at the Library Tuesday at 2 PM, Mima Hearne Missionary Society home gathering Tuesday, and Young People Sack Social at the Christian church Thursday at 8 PM with girls bringing sacks of food.
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Py Ihian Sisters
T.X
West Chester High School
Sant
Ant
Mima Hearne Missionary Society
the Christ«ian Church
Long Sleep Makes Baby Happy Again
An Iowa mother recalls night sleep improving after giving Castoria to a fretful infant. The advertisement touts Fletcher’s Castoria as a safe vegetable preparation easing digestion and cold symptoms for babies and children, with the signature on the wrapper.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
Fletcher
Russia seen as more immoral and capitalistic in Iowa City speech
An Iowa City report on January 14 notes a visiting speaker from Russia claimed by opponents to declare Russia more immoral and more capitalistic, predicting the overthrow of Bolshevism and a return to wartime power following a talk titled Out of My Life.
Dies Near His Hundredth Birthday Des Moines Memoir
James B. Christian dies in Des Moines days before turning 100. Born 1829 in Newport Tennessee, he attributed long life to temperance and low worry, smoked pipes, and remained active with a daughter in Des Moines. He suffered a hip fracture fourteen years earlier but stayed mobile. He will be buried at St Joseph Missouri and is survived by eight sons, nineteen grandchildren, and nine great grandchildren.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
James B. Christian
Christian
Bea Christa
Newport
Tenn
St. Joseph
Habits of Pelicans in the Mississippi Valley
The pelican, a web-footed bird, is common in the Mississippi valley. In winter it migrates to the Gulf coast. Pelicans are highly social, living in colonies and often following a cooperative plan in their fishing.
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Mississippi Valley
Gulf Coast
Marshal Foch Gravely Ill After Heart Attack
Paris reports Marshal Ferdinand Foch once Allied commander in World War I and head of France lies gravely ill at his home after a heart attack. Doctors say he is in severe danger and undergoes frequent crises as his wife and two daughters stay by his bedside. A government gift home near Tore Des Invalides guards privacy while six doctors monitor his condition.
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Paris
Marslatt
Marshall
J Foch
Tore Des Invalides
Marshal Foch
Hares and Rabbits Compared for Taste and Texture
A brief note contrasts hares and rabbits, noting both live on vegetable matter and differ in flesh color and moisture. It suggests hares are darker and drier while rabbits may be more savory and flavorful in some respects.
Cartoonist Karelsen Pranklin Revered as U S Pioneering Figure
Fragmented local notes recall Franklin first cartoonist Karelsen Pranklin claimed to publish the country s first cartoon in the Pennsylvania Gazette May 9 1794. Other items list club meetings socials church events and a flu illness update for John Westphal returning to his store after two weeks of influenza.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Karelsen Pranklin
Anoptef
America
Pennsylvania
John Westphal
Adlerika Promises Relief For Gas and Stomach Upset
Ad ervika claims to relieve gas and improve sleep by removing waste from the system. Mrs Gl en reports relief after the first spoonful while a Sands Store claims the product helps digestion and meals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Glen
Adlerika
MAN Bros. Druggists
SANDS
Witchcraft killers to be sentenced this week in York
York Pa January 14 three men convicted in the Nelson Rehteyer killing will receive sentences this week Wilbert Hess 18 convicted of second degree murder faces 10 to 26 years and John Curry and John Blymyer receive life terms per the jurys recommendation in the case from York County court
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
York
Fork
Wilbert. Hess
Trom
John Curry
John Blymyer
Nelson Rehteyer
Three Pennsylvania Men Executed at Rockview Prison
Three convicted murderers from Pennsylvania were executed by electric chair at Rockview penitentiary in Bellefonte. Tony ??, 33, from Washington County, Char frenmnse a0raiottantses, and Renamarowski, 3 from Philadelphia County faced the chair.
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Bellefonte
Pennsylvania
Rockview Penitentiary
Instlee
Tony Ti
Washington County
Char
Cellar Sanitation and Wall Treatment Recommendations
The text advises washing cellar walls if moisture enters, using a dilute hydrochloric acid solution (one part acid to five parts water) followed by plaster of Paris mortar. It notes rewash frequency as once or twice a year and mentions whitewash as a disinfectant.
Slate roofs prove enduring in English and American buildings
The article traces slate roofing from Saxon times in England to its adoption by gentry and public buildings, noting durability and long use. It cites a 1002 British writer praising slate over thatch for lightness, color, and lasting strength, with examples across England, Wales, and America adopting the English style.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Hartford-on Avon
Wales
America
Tempest Roles in History Reveal Seavenge and Treacherous Warnings
The article recalls tempest driven events shaping history from Spain’s galleons to the Revenge and Sir Richard’s clash with a Spanish fleet. It notes how storms influenced naval outcomes and even a near war after a surge at Apia and a British victory that led to a treaty.
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Spain
Richard
United States
Apia
Jose
Exelone
Lonn
Woman Invests in Comstock Mines Overpriced Stock
A Detroit News note tells of a Virginia City visitor who bought stock in the Comstock mines at a few dollars a share and learned it later rose to four thousand dollars a share. She sought to sell as prices soared amid optimistic weather.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Worsa Krew
Aa Wonwa
Virginia City
Say
Francisco Ant Ais
Comstock
Detroit News
Influenza Report Details New Weekly Cases
The Public Health Service reports 12,614 new influenza cases for the week ended Jan 12 from three states. Maryland shows a 10 percent rise and Texas 6 percent, with other states remaining about the same as the prior week. Maryland and Texas are highlighted with notable increases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Public Health Service
Maryland
Texas
Lindbergh Visits Indianapolis Airport Soothe Warme Feet
Col. Charles A. Lindbergh arrived in Indianapolis on a cold day and thawed his feet at the airport. He then contacted officials to discuss his forthcoming elevation to a high office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
INDY
Indianapolis
Ind
Charles A. Lindbergh
Lindbergh
Harry Leste
Williams Returns to Davenport Manager Role in Plantation Case
Columbus Junction reports Williams resumes duties as manager of a Davenport plantation owned by George E. Bechtel. Attendees at Mrs. Anne Hughes's funeral include Rev. and Mrs. Richard Hughes, Miss Elizabeth Williams, Elwyn Williams of Des Moines, Mrs. Roland Williams of Cedar Falls, Mr. Abbott and son Mark of Hoone, and Mr. and Mrs. Walter Hefield. Parents Teachers meeting Monday will feature talks by Nettie Mair and Mrs. W. L. Curtis. Church services Sunday evening at Presbyterian with Rev. J. W. Zerbe from the Methodist church speaking.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus Junction
Willams
Georse EM. Bechtel
Davenport
Anne Hughes
Richard Hughes
Mizabeth Willims
Chi Theter
Elwyn Williams
Des Moines
Roland Williams
Cedar Falls
Abbott
Mark of
Hoone
Walter Hhefield
Nettie Mair
W. L. Curtis
G. W. Hingst
Lincoln
Tinton
Presbyterian Church
J. W. Zerbe
Methodist Church
Worst Thing About Her Aw Phrase Snippet
A fragment describes a contentious line about her and her side, reflecting tension in a terse, uncertain note. The readable text focuses on personal critique and a questionable attitude toward a public figure, implying controversy without clear details.
Night Bird opens at local theatre with riotous comedy
The Night Bird a fast paced comedy drama romance features a love theme and dazzling action including standout prize fighting. The Patriot starring Emil Jannings opens at Fox Theatre, a Paramount production praised for detail in set design and strong performances from Florence Vidor and Jannings in a Russian tale of suspense and dramatic force.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nald Denny
Ham
Fox Theatre
Emil Jannings
Benet
Meyer
Paramount
Hollyw
Florence Vidtor
Janain
Remembering a Teacher and a Family Tragedy
Years ago she was a brilliant girl and a successful teacher. A brain tumor ended her career and then her husband and daughter died soon after. The Rev BE Thompson of Idaville Indiana reports their eldest daughter Helen, born here, has suffered illness and undergone surgeries in Chicago over months. Her condition remains serious but hopeful after a rare rib removal operation.
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Neal
Ainsworth
BE. H. ‘Thompson
Idaville
Indiana
Helen
Augustana Hospital
Chicago
Death of Martina Neal Occurs in Long Beach California
Crawfordsville reports the death of Martina Neal, daughter of Mr and Mrs F Neal, January 13 in Long Beach California. Martina was born in Crawfordsville and was the only child of her parents. Local friends share condolences and note her early life in the community.
In the Nude Yes' urawien ue great man
The fragment mentions holidays spent abroad, adventures of Eve, and a mention of hunting a bear in America. It references conversations about cold weather and distant places, with a scattered, incomplete sense of a travel or memoir scene. No clear names or events emerge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
London
Flu Epidemic Now Sweeping Whole Country
The country faces a broad flu outbreak with mild cases yet widespread reach. Health officials urge vigilance and quick action for all colds to prevent complications, as demand rises for Vicks VapoRub to deter infection and support immunity.
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