Still Around The Corner Elks and Senator Watson in focus
The piece notes Senator James E Watson speaking during a period of national economic anxiety. It highlights his defense of the Hawley Smoot tariff, echoes President Hoover on prospects of recovery, and recalls his Elkdom leadership roles from district deputy to Inner Guard. The column recalls Jack Holliday and laments Elkdom figures missing in Washington.
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Indiana
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Grand Lodge of the Order
Inner Guard
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Washington
Prominent speakers and show business livre in New York
The piece recalls famed voice coaches and performers from Samuel Yzer to Leslie Carter and Gloria Swanson, noting how coaches shaped stars like Orma Tal mingle and how prewar best sellers endure. It shifts to a warning on New York night clubs and a crooked taxi cab network exploiting visitors with high drink bills and brutal outcomes.
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Ailie-Teelt
Samuel Yzer
Mons. Kalin
Kayzer
Hollywood
Leslie Carter
Orma Talmadge
Laura Hope
Crewes
Gloria Swanson
Don Conray
Tin Pan Alley
DeSylva
Henderson
Own
Jack Cooper
Skippy
Conrad
Walter
Washington summer politics echo in party mimeos
Rodney Dutcher notes Washington summer signals as Republican and Democratic committees rely on publicity mimeographs. He defends Jouett Shouse against Dickinson’s robot jab, praising Shouse as a sharp organizer guiding Democratic strategy toward a 1940 victory while criticizing party leaders for overreactions and illiteracy claims.
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Cornelius Vanderbilt
Peter Arno
Republican
Sean
Dickinson
Iowa
Jouett Shouse
Democratic National Committee
Mr. Shouse
Senator Fess
Robert H. Lucas
Shouse
Congress
National Committee
Drexel-Bibble and Schulte Honeymoon at Prince Row Register Office
The article chronicles Anthony J. Drexel-Bibble and bride Margaret Schulte after their ceremony and honeymoon departure. It highlights Drexel-Biddle’s wealth and notes Schulte as daughter of late copper magnate William Thompson, amid broader political commentary on Hoover era policies and calls for reform.
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Anthony J. Drexel-Bibble
Margaret Schulte
Prince Row
Longin
Mr. Drexel-Biddle
William “Thompson
A Case For Solomon and The Chinese Fortune Tellers
A commentary notes China’s move to ban fortune tellers, citing unintended harm as many practitioners are blind and lack other job options. It questions the government’s wisdom in balancing anti superstition aims with workers’ livelihoods and dignity.
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Solomon
China
John F Holliday Obituary Highlights Washington Figure
John F Holliday, a longtime active member of Washington life, died Monday night, leaving a legacy of public-spirited work for the city. He was known for looking out for Washington's best interests and contributing to community welfare.
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John F. Holliday
Washington
Mr. Holliday
State championship shoot in Indianapolis tops 180 targets
Five years ago on Wednesday June 23 1926 John L Winston attended the state championship shoot at Indianapolis and broke 180 targets out of 200. A tourist at Eastside Park Monday caught twelve bass from the lake amid lined boats and familiar anglers Charles Connaughton, Walter Hatfield and Sandy Webster reporting varied luck.
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John L. Winston
Indianapolis
Eastside Park
Charles Connaughton
Walter Hatfield
Sandy Webster
James P Clements recovering after leg tumor operation
Friends report James P. Dad Clements is progressing well after surgery to remove a tumor from his leg. At Maysville, relatives and friends gathered to celebrate Aaron Alsman’s seventy six birthday at his son W A Alsman’s home.
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Clements
Aaron Alsman
W. A. Alsman
Maysville
Elvera Boy Ray Edmondson in 7th Cavalry near Douglas
Ray Edmondson of Elvera joins Troop H 7th Cavalry stationed at Douglas Arizona near the Mexican line. At present he is reported to be engaged in fighting close to the front.
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Ray Edmondson
Troop H. 7Th Cavalry
Douglas
Ariz
Braves’ Nehf Wins 3-1 Over Giants in Eleven Innings
Mrs. Helen Scudder returns from visiting granddaughter Mrs. Ray A. Grahan in Evansville. Art Nehf, former Terre Haute pitcher, pitched for the Boston Braves against the New York Giants. He won 3 to 1 in eleven innings, allowing five hits.
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Helen Scudder
Ray A. Grahan
Evansville
Art Nehf
Terre Haute
Boston Braves
New York Giants
Nehf
Oil Discovery On Henry Hunter Farm In Barr Township
A splendid showing of oil was the result of drilling on the Henry Hunter farm in Barr township the first of the week. The operators are the Lyon Oil & Gas Company.
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Henry Hunter
Barr Township
Lyon Oil & Cas Company
Mrs Norris Dies at Home of Norris & Kidwell Senior Partner
Mrs James A Norris wife of the senior member of Norris and Kidwell milling firm died this afternoon at her home 905 East Main street.
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James A. Norris
Norris & Kidwell
Maiti Street
Boy cites measles to miss school and buy movie ticket
A boy tries to buy a movie ticket but the seller questions his absence from school. He replies that he has the measles, claiming it as a valid excuse. The caption appears in Tit-Bits as a light anecdote.
Auto industry notes surge in rubber part variety
The article highlights that the average automobile now contains over 400 rubber parts. It stresses the expansion of rubber component use, indicating growing complexity and supply chain considerations for manufacturers and parts suppliers.
Father and Son Turmoil Echoes in Roadside Exchange
A brief dialogue shows a father threatening a harsh beating to his son Clarence who responds that the punishment would hurt him more than the son. The exchange is marked by terse, raw emotion and a hint of concern for the father’s health.
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Uncle Josh
Big
New York
Cueneel
Gilbert Swan
O Ment
Commerce
Hoover
Commerce Department
Father
Clarence
Pop
Pathfinder
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