Radio signaling replaces shrieking whistles on Pennsy trains
Philadelphia December report details Pennsylvania Railroad tests of end to end radio on a 30 mile Philadelphia Paoli freight run. Receiving and sending units in cab and caboose operated like a telephone with bell notification. Engineers and conductors spoke directly, despite high tension lines, with transmitters claimed to cover from three to ten miles.
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Philadelphia
Pennsylvania Railroad
Paoli
S. M. Viele
Erry
Viele
Notice to creditors of Julia B. Wright estate
All persons owing the estate of Julia B. Wright and those with claims against the estate are urged to settle promptly. Present claims to J. W. Baker executor at the designated address and date line.
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Julia B. Wright
Man Meets Husband of Wife Killed in Auto Crash
DETROIT Dec 16 A man walked into Everybody’s Tabernacle and said to an usher I am here to meet the man whose wife I killed. Marklein faces examination Dec 29 on a man slaughter charge. He met William Schnyer whose wife Theresa a choir singer died when a car ploughed through the waiting zone. Evangelist Willitts stopped the services and urged forgiveness as the two men stood and shook hands amid applause.
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Detroit
Tabernacle
Marklein
William Schnyer
Deficiency Of Manganese Kills Maternal Love
Dr. Elmer V. McCollum of Johns Hopkins University told a University of Buffalo audience that maternal instinct is linked to manganese levels. He cited experiments where manganese deficiency caused mother rats and guinea pigs to refuse to nurse, and minute manganese dosing revived the behavior.
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Buffalo
N. Y
Elmer V. McCollum
John Hopkins University
Blair Neb Welcomes Baby Girl in Stork Visit Tale
In Blair Nebraska a baby girl arrived, first to Mr. and Mrs. Hert Stork, then to Mr. and Mrs. Will Shaver at the hospital. The infant is a girl.
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Blair
Neb
Solons Mailing Yuletide Cards
Capitol Hill legislators switch to Capitol themed Christmas cards as White House and Supreme Court gain interest in greetings. Postmasters note stamps must be paid. card purchases rise with political cycles and reorganization talk.
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Washington
Capitol Hill
Capitol
Senate
House of Kaem Wincegeti
Witoleenls
White House
Supreme Court
Justice
Black
Garden Stakes contest leads to mail fraud charge against priest
In Pittsburgh on December 16 the Garden Stakes contest to name Old St. Patrick's Church gardens triggered a federal complaint against Rev. Father James R. Cox. He was released on recognizance after posting a $3,000 bond. Cox said he had relied on assurances the contest was legitimate. The event offered $25,000 in prizes to winners.
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Pittsburgh
St. Patrick’s Church
James R. Cox
United States Commissioner’s Office
Father Cox
Callaghan brothers win title to lost Rockville strip
In Rockville Maryland the Callaghan brothers Michael Philip and William John gained formal title to a five acre strip near Rock Creek after a probate dispute. The land long disputed due to historic surveys was first labeled Callaghan's Discovery then Callaghan's Disappointment before a verdict named Callaghan's Delight.
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Rockville
Callaghan Brothers
Michael Philip
William John
Maryland National Capital Park and Planning Commission
Rock Creek
District of Columbia Line
Callaghan
Michael Callaghan
Shawneetown Moves Inland From Flood Threat
Shawneetown Illinois plans to relocate 1650 residents three miles inland after floods last winter reached 25 feet. The project totals 1,292,495 dollars with WPA 680,495 dollars and disaster loan 450,000 dollars. state 162,000 dollars. New site sits 400 feet above sea level and will be a model city designed by Mary Long Whitmore.
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Shawneetown
Henry Horner
Springfield
WPA
Disaster Loan Corp
Mary Long Whitmore
Virginia fruit growers urge opposition to proposed bills
Fruit growers of Virginia urged their U S senators and representatives to vote against bills alleged to harm fruit interests. The Virginia State Horticultural Society noted a busy annual meeting with fourteen resolutions including wage and hour bill opposition, short train bill concerns, road fund amendments, and funding for pest control and inspector positions. Members were urged to mail dues and contact legislators before Richmond sessions.
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Virginia
W. S. Campfield
Staunton
Virginia State Hortion Society
United States Senate
House of Representatives
Campfield
Charlottesville
Florida
Massachusetts
Michigan
Illinois
Georgia
South Carolina
North Carolina
Ess
Crop Pest Commission
Richmond
SEF Star Couples Wed Amid Saving Prices Local Scene
A wedding announcement notes the marriage of a local couple as savings trends and budget values shape life after the ceremony. Guests included family friends and community members from nearby districts.
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Cab and
Caboose
Avioapascu
J. W. Baker
Expr
Solons
W. B. Snider & Son
Corky
Loudoun & Corkets
Winchester
Norris
Kellam
Gibson Guitars
Radio Patrol
Bob Burns
RCA Victor Records
Guitars
THE
Miles Music CO
South
Loudoun ST
Winchester, VA
Shenandoah Valley
W. Court Square
Harrisonburg, VA
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