Mrs. Annie E. Bowers Dies at 87 in Kernstown
Annie E. Bowers, a Kernstown native and longtime Frederick County resident, died today at 12:45 p.m. in the nursing home of Mrs. R. C. Patton after a illness beginning in February. She was 87, born August 15, and survived by son John E. Bowers of Philadelphia, brother Frank Hamilton of Hagerstown, sister Mrs. Fannie Metz of Kernstown, and several nephews and nieces including Mrs. Lee Fisher and Carl Metz. Funeral arrangements were postponed pending her arrival later today.
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Annie E. Bowers
Frederick County
Kernstown
R. C. Patton
Japanese envoy apologizes for slapping American woman in Tientsin
Japanese Consul General Takeki Horiuchi today apologized to Frank P. Lockhart of the U.S. embassy for a sentry slapping Mrs. F. M. Richard as she tried to enter the British concession at Tientsin. American officials were assured courteous treatment going forward. Japanese authorities claimed the sentry was punished under military law, while a Peiping army spokesman said he had not been punished and was unlikely to be.
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United States
Peiping
Answers to Today's Quiz Listed by Question
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Eng
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Holystone
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Secret Hearing Opens on City of San Francisco Wreck
A formal secret inquiry into last Saturday night’s City of San Francisco wreck near Carlin Nevada opens with two public reps, two Southern Pacific reps, and one Interstate Commerce Commission member presiding. Company officials expect evidence to support sabotage theory. FBI agents are said to be working on the case.
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Coast Guard Cutter Northland Grounded in Boston Harbor
The 2065 ton Northland, bound from Oakland to Boston for Antarctic expedition outfitting, ran aground in heavy fog. At 216 feet long, the vessel awaits high tide to refloat as authorities plan recovery and preparation for Admiral Richard E. Byrd's October voyage.
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Coastguard
Northland
Oakland
Calif
Richard E. Byrd
Antarctic
London Reporter Ousted From Danzig
K. Scot Watson of the London Daily Herald in Danzig was ordered to leave the Free City by 7 p.m. after police alleged he sent false dispatches about the situation in Danzig.
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Danzig
K. Scot Watson
London Daily Herald
Free City
Watson
Police Court Drunk and disorderly cases heard today
Judge Donald L. Weems presided over cases in which Herbert Chilcott of Alexandria aged 60 paid $10.25 for drunk driving. John Ward of Winchester faced a $15.25 fine for drunk and disorderly behavior. William Martin of Danville, 23, was fined $10.25 for intoxication. Charles Lamett of East Piccadilly Street, 72, colored, paid $10.25 for drunkenness. Dorothy Clifford of Winchester, colored, was fined $60.25 and given 30 days for possession of illegal liquor.
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Herbert Chilcott
Alexandria
John Ward
Winchester
William Martin
Danville
Charles Lamett
East Piccadilly Street
Dorothy Clifford
Regimental Pride and Pup Tent Sleep After Downpour
The 116th Infantry receives praise for progress and discipline during field exercises. Companies H and I earned 97.2 percent and tied for second for the Silver Cup, per Memorandum No. 21. Soldiers moved tents to a central site for transport to Winchester and slept in pup tents amid heavy rain.
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116Th Infantry
Craighill
James H. ‘Minter
George F. Miller
Pope calls for peace and restraint to avert war
The Pope urges a collective effort toward a just peace and condemns appeals to force. He expresses guarded optimism that leaders will choose moderation and equity, trusting in divine mercy to heal nations and prevent further ruin.
Authorities Seek County Youth Addendum
A missing man, Johnson, is suspected of drowning after leaving a note claiming his body is in Hogue Creek. His car was found at the Oscar Nebel plant, with an unclear death by own action note. Investigators note inconsistencies about the planned suicide and find no ticket وصول.
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Oscar Nebel Hosiery Company
DeHaven
Johnson
Frank Johnson
High View
W. Va
John Bywaters
Winchester
Oscar Nebel
Ebert
ABC
Hogue Creek
Opal Johnson
Gore
Bayliss
Oscar Nobel Company
Bund reach to native Americans in Nazi influence drive
The column notes the German ministry of propaganda through the Bund extending its influence to include German Americans and other nationalities in the United States. Metcalf, hired to cover the Bund for a Chicago paper, reports substantial cooperation between the Bund and the German embassy and consulates.
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German Ministry of Propaganda and Enlightenment
Bund
United States
Metcalf
The
Chicago
Thanksgiving date debate divides merchants and public
A November 23 change to Thanksgiving sparks mixed views from local business leaders. J. C. Penney and Montgomery Ward managers favor more shopping time while others prefer the old date for Armistice Day prominence. A coal dealer urges gratitude for the nation and its meals.
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W. R. Strader
J. C. Penney Company
C. 8. Campbell
Montgomery Ward Company
Certificates Presented To Class In Swimming
Certificates awarded at the American Legion pool after a course taught by Dan Henry and staff. Beginners received certificates and buttons with names listed among the graduates. Intermediate certificates went to Horace McInturff Buck Yost Bill Way Walter Bailey and Dick Rhodes. A Junior and Senior Life Saving Course will start Monday August 21 at 9 o clock at the American Legion pool taught by Miss Rebecca Kern. Enrollment open to ages 12 through 17 for the junior course and to those 17 for the senior course.
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American Legion Pool
Dan Henry
Horace McInturff
Buck Yost
Bill Way
Keith Ritter
Walter Bailey
Dick Engle
Dick Rhodes
James Taylor
Carroll Mason
Richard Sheetz
George Ridings
Clayton Chapman
Horace MciInturff
American Legion
Rebecca Kern
Market Quietly Steady Amid War Tension on Wall Street
Stocks edged lower in a war conscious session with limited rebounds from Friday’s drop. Volume was light as offerings dried up and only fractional losses appeared on small turnover. Germany’s move on Slovakia did not spark trading and observers expect more pressure on Poland and Hungary.
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Wheat and grain futures rise on European tension
Wheat prices climb to the highest in a month as European political developments weigh on markets. Other grains trend higher while traders await clarity on the 1939 40 U S export subsidy program. Close quotes show Sept and Dec positions across wheat corn oats rye soybeans lard and belly futures.
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Chicago Cash Grain
Livestock Market Report from Baltimore Philadelphia and Chicago
Livestock and produce markets show mixed results across cities. Baltimore cattle mostly steady to lower with some higher for selected grades, hogs up about 15, calves strong, sheep light. Philadelphia reports steady dressed poultry and eggs, Chicago hogs hold gains with top at 6.50 and narrow trade.
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Jacobs Is Defeated In Doubles Match In Brookline
In Brookline on August 19, Kay Stammers and Mrs. Freda James Hammersley led the British Wightman Cup team to the final round by overpowering Helen Jacobs of Berkeley California and Dorothy Workman of Los Angeles 6 1 6 2 at Longwood.
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Mass
Kay Stammers
Freda James Hammersley
Helen Jacobs
Berkeley
Calif
Dorothy Workman
Los Angeles
Longwood
County Home Agent Plans Week of 4-H Demonstrations
Program for August 21 to 26 outlines 4-H and H D C meetings across Armel Friendly Grove Blacksburg and Evandale. Demonstrations cover good grooming color schemes economy and frozen desserts. Sessions involve Miss Sallye Hamilton and county board discussions on 1940 major work and achievement day.
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Armel
Lilly Florey
Mt. View
Friendly Grove
Friendly Grove H. D. C
Sallye Hamilton
State Home Management Specilist
Blacksburg
County
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Three Children Burned To Death In Sacramento Fire
A small north Sacramento dwelling burned rapidly killing three children and badly injuring two others. Only two of seven family members escaped unburned as flames swept through the flimsy structure. Albert Lopez discovered the blaze and alerted relatives.
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Calif
Albert Lopez
Larger U Boats Going To Asia
The navy plans to strengthen the Asiatic fleet by replacing six World War submarines in service in the Far East with six larger, more powerful craft. Officials said the move is routine and not a general reinforcement of American strength in the Far East.
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Washington
Far East
Traffic Court Docket Counts Reckless Driving and Speeding
Court records list Allen Vincent of 690 North Cameron Street age 23 charged with reckless driving and disorderly conduct, $24.25 fine. David O. Buck of Somerset cited for speeding, $14. William R. Bierer Box 2 Front Royal cited for speeding, $14. Hammon H. Michael Bloom a Star Route charged with running a stop sign. Mildred Krammer 631 Pennsylvania Avenue cited for reckless driving with costs and damage.
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Allen Vincent
North Cameron Street
David O. Buck
Somerset
William R. Bierer
Front Royal
Hammon H. Michael
Blooma Star
Mildred Krammer
Pennsylvania Avenue
Youth Society Irgoun Pressures Zionist Congress in Palestine
Geneva reports the Irgoun, a secret youth group claiming 2000 members, pushes for armed Jewish action in Palestine. World Zionist leaders including Chaim Weizmann urge peaceful tactics while the matter is to be reviewed by the congress ongoing in Geneva.
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World Zionist Congress
Palestine
Congress
Irgoun
Chaim Weizmann
Solomon Goldman
Holy Land
Johnstown Withdrawn From Travers Stakes Mud
In Saratoga on August 19 the Travers Stakes field was reduced to four as Johnstown withdrew eight lengths behind Eight Thirty due to sloppy track conditions. Eight Thirty leads the quartet with prior heavy footing wins, joined by Hash Sun Lover and Sir Marlboro from Conn Smythe.
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Sartoga Springs
N. Y
Johnstown
Travers
George D. Widener
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