Demand For York Apples Improves In British Markets
American apple prices at Liverpool auction show gains across barreled varieties with Rhode Island Greenings and Baldwins in high demand. Virginia York Imperials and New York Greenings face mixed reception as totals remain ample and English stocks clear.
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Star
Washington
Liverpool
Edwin Smith
Fcultural
Europe
Oregon
Rhode
Virginia York
Vira Ben Devis
Ganos
New York
Maine
Baldwins
Rhode Island
Virginia
Singman
Mr. Smith
Pacific
Panama Canal
Square Dancing At Tokes Inn Recalls Old Quadrille Charm
An 19th century style square dance at Tokes Inn in Opequon drew about 20 couples. A Vir oerilaeens Serthhestre played by Glyn Anderson and Orlando Patton on bass fiddle led the lively evening with Callers guiding figures. George Tokes served coffee and refreshments.
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Rate Inn
Opequon
Pee Glyn Anderson
Orlando Ees
Frank Patton
Ro Pee
Ter
George Tokes
Tokes
Order Abolishing Board of Control Before High Court
The governor general’s executive order abolishing the Board of Control was sent to the Philippine Supreme Court for legality. It seeks removal of three directors of the National Coal Company appointed by Manuel Quezon and Manuel Roxas, with Wood as the third member.
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Associated Press
Gen.Wood
Philippine Supreme Court
National Coal Company
Manuel Quezon
Manuel’ Roxas
Wood
Tock
Highview Brevities Note Local Socials and Visits
Highview Va December notes show Anna Bray Lillard and Zane Lee Lillard improving from glandular trouble. Thelma Ritenour Audrey White and Vada Conner visitations are listed along with Ritenour family calls. Ridings Chapel Ladies Aid plans December 18 social at the schoolhouse with oysters and refreshments. public invited.
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Highview
Anna Bray
Zane Lee Lillard
Zene
Fepiupy Grim
Thelma Ritenour
Vada
Conner
Audrey White
JuHa Grim
Zane -Lee Lillard Sundya
R.’ Conner
B. m . Femner Sundar
Rigeles End
Arae Jodi
Tonilitis
American in Paris Kills Wife Then Ends Life
An American resident of Paris, William Howell ne, reportedly killed his wife and a governess before committing suicide. The sordid event is dated December 7 and was reported by the Associated Press.
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The
Associated Press
William Howell Ne
Paris
Sovelgens
Strong Undertone in Stock Market Despite High Priced Shares
By the Associated Press York December seventh stock prices showed a strong undertone with speculation focused on a few high priced industrial shares. Trading remained largely professional but public interest grew in issues seen to promise special dividend developments before year end. Firm money rates limited activity and call loan rates rose to five percent.
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Associated Press
York
Memphis Bank Closes After Shortage and Suicide
The American Savings Bank and Trust Company of Memphis closed for liquidation after an assistant cashier named Hochensberg confessed a shortage and shot himself. A bookkeeper Rush Parke had vanished a week earlier with about $105,000 missing.
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Associated Press
Memphis, Tenn
American Savings Bank and Trust Company of
Memphis
Soniramance
Himsel
Rush U H. Parke
Abe Plouwgh
Clarence Hochensberse
Hocensberg
Parke
Violet Robina Devereux Weds Leonard B Ford in Washington
Mrs. Thomas Lewis Devereux announces the marriage of her daughter Violet Robina to Mr. Leonard B Ford in Washington D C on Wednesday December 1. The couple will reside at 204 East Brookland Park Boulevard Richmond after a northern trip through Shenandoah Valley.
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Thomas Lewis Devereux
Violet Robina
Leonard B Ford
Washington, D. C
Shenandoah Vay
Ford
East Brookland Park Boulevard
Richmond
Times-Dispatch
Red Cross Life Saving Service Expands Across Arizona
The American Red Cross reports extensive life saving instruction and swimming programs in Arizona as irrigation dams boost swimming activity. In the fiscal year ending June 30, 1926, 7,145 men 5,403 women and 16,713 juniors passed lifeguard tests earning insignia, growing total membership to 102,076. The Tenth Annual Roll Call runs November 11 to 25 to promote widespread Red Cross service through membership.
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Arizona
Red Cross
Red Cross Sdéfe-Savin
American Red Cross
Red Cross Volunteers Ever On Duty
The oldest volunteer knitter in the country is honored by the Lincoln County Chapter in Wiscasset Maine. Mrs L A W Jackson knits stockings for destitute children abroad while the San Pedro California chapter shows a close second at age 85. The Red Cross annual report emphasizes volunteer service across more than 3000 chapters with officers and workers acting as solicitors in the Tenth Annual Poll Call from November 11 to 25.
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American Red Cross
Wiscasset
Maine
L. A. W. Jackson
Red Cross
San Pedro
Calif
Christmas Home Furnishings Under Budget Plan
Persuasive ad copy promotes Xmas purchases for home sets in walnut gumwood mahogany and velvet upholstery. Highlights bed set dining room living room and Windsor chairs with price points 99.00 to 149.75 and financing options. Emphasizes lasting value seasonal gift appeal and estate heaters.
Matt and Jeff Star Christmas Promotion
A Christmas promotional feature highlights Matt and Jeff with a catchy push from Fisher. The January rate is noted as currently in effect, with Jason identified as knowing the financial standing.
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Bride and Groom
Tour
Windsor
Lovely
Matt
Jeff
Bad Fisher
Jason
Lion Tamers
Tle
Tarrymn
Firmah
Tee Lee
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