Jewel Robbery Stars Kay Francis and Powell at Capitol
Warner Bros. cap in Washington presents The Jewel Robbery starring Kay Francis and William Powell with comed y by Slim Summerville and supporting The Doomed Battalion. Capitol runs today and tomorrow as box office records rise. Ice window display offers passes to guess melting time.
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Quotations note a mix of thoughts on marriage science leadership and wisdom from publications Collier’s Weekly and Exchange. No identifiable event, person, organization, or place is described.
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John Gilbert Returns to Screen in Downstairs at Palace
John Gilbert and new wife Virginia Bruce co star in Downstairs now showing at the Palace. The film follows a scheming chauffeur who threatens an aristocratic Austrian household, with Paul Lukas as the butler delivering a dramatic climax. Supporting cast includes Hedda Hopper and Reginald Owen. directed by Monta Bell. Oscar Olympic news and Screen Snapshots cartoon entertain tonight.
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Who's Who in Washington by Charles P Stewart
An analysis of Hugh Gibson as a career diplomat and the Hoover era reliance on professional diplomats. Gibson, nominally ambassador to Belgium, wields influence in U S negotiations with Europe, while political amateurs secure top postings elsewhere. The piece argues Gibson handles crucial tasks while others receive credit.
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Notables Speak at Massanetta Bible Meeting
Special to The Star reports Massanetta Springs Bible Conference drew about 4000 attendees across three services in Harrisonburg. Dr. Walter Lingle of Davidson College spoke on The Bible as the Word of God, stressing its influence on nations and individuals. Bishop E. D. Mouzon of Charlotte delivered an old‑time sermon on Gods Spirit Light and Love, noting God is present in creation and thought, and praising the Bible’s inspiration.
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Night shooting yields high scores at Winchester Gun Club
A recent match at Winchester Gun Club in Rouss Park drew a sizable crowd as shooters posted creditable scores despite limited practice. High scores were achieved by W. F. Anderson and Arthur Seabright, who also shared prizes with Baker Seabright and H. Taylor.
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Allied Days To March With G. O. P.
A telegram from Daniel A. Poling leader of the Allied Forces for Prohibition states support for President Hoover’s reelection. The message says Hoover will safeguard gains of the eighteenth amendment and ends with “I march with you” as allied forces agreed to back Hoover.
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Naval Ensign Sent To Prison In Auto Death Case
Ensign John Henry Sewell of the U S N attached to Coco Solo submarine base received a year of hard labor in the Canal Zone penitentiary for involuntary manslaughter in the May 23 automobile death of John B. Maughan.
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Roosevelt and Garner Plan Frequent Campaign Conferences
Governor Roosevelt and Speaker Garner, atop the Democratic ticket, will meet regularly during the campaign to gauge results and plan future efforts. After a recent conference Roosevelt indicated Garner would likely speak in the East, signaling coordinated campaign strategy.
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Snakes Cause Ferry Disaster Near Kolhapur
Over 1000 passengers feared killed as a ferry capsized after a snake sprang from a log onto the deck near Kolhapur. Crew members and 120 passengers survived. the total death toll remained uncertain.
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Baby born to Illeana of Romania in Austria
In Moelding Austria on August 15 Princess Illeana and Archduke An n welcomed an eight pound boy named Stephen to the 900 year old Hapsburg line. The baby is 21 inches long with traditional blonde hair and both mother and child are reported well. Princess Illeana previously won American affection during a 1926 tour with her mother.
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Stock Market Advances Cautiously On Mixed Trading
In New York on August 15 the stock market resumed its advance with cautious steps. Trading fell to less than half the volume of recent sessions and the recovery lacked vigor as traders stayed near the shore awaiting further market testing. Wheat firmed and cotton held steady with mild optimism. Sterling cables opened 1.5 cents lower at $3.47 and call money rose to 2 percent.
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Quotes and animal den comments from Cap per's Weekly
The piece notes a line about discretion revealing that the righteous are not on one side and mentions the difficulty of pulling a badger from its den as the animal expands its body to act as a dam.
Insurance Ad Claims Strength and Invite to Compare
An advertisement asserts strong dependable automobile insurance and invites readers to compare options. It emphasizes reliability and promotes the company as a solid choice for prospective customers.
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