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Gamblers at the Cross Quotation from Matthew Probed
A 1936 newspaper fragment presents a biblical verse from Matthew chapter 27 about the crucifixion. The excerpt is labeled with date December 23 1936 and the phrase gamblers at the cross.
Ecclesiastical Persecution Against Edward VIII Attack
The Archbishop of York attacked Edward VIII in a January diocese letter and implied the king’s abdication was a fault of honor. The piece notes Canterbury and other church leaders criticizing Edward after his abdication and urges restraint and Christian mercy.
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Canterbury
Edward
Top Ranking Sports Figures Of The Year
The Newport News Times-Herald lists the year’s top athletes as compiled by AP's Alan Gould. Jesse Owens leads with 170 points, followed by Carl Hubbell 61, Yale end Larry Kelley 33, Max Schmeling 32, Glenn Morris 12, and Joe DiMaggio 11, among others.
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America
Alan Gould
Associated Press
Jesse Owen
Carl Hubbell
Larry Kelley
Yale
Max Schmeling
Joe Louis
Glenn Morris
Joe DiMaggio
Yankees
Forrest
Spec) Towns
Worl
Jesse Owens Tops Acknowledgment Of American Sports
The piece lists athletes from Owens with 170 points to Dutch Clark with three, arguing that national value lies in inspiration and self discipline rather than top scorers. It calls for sports that engage the general public as players, not spectators, stressing bodily proficiency for all citizens.
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Joe Louis
Jerome
Dizzy) Dean
St. Louis Cardinals
Joe Gehrig
Iron Man
Tony Manero
Johnny Fischer
Jack Lovelock
Dutch Clark
Jesse Owens
Set the Example in Federal-Local Government Policy
The Springfield Union argues that federal agencies should cut bloat and align emergency powers with local responsibilities. It states Washington should bear some blame if municipalities resist added duties and urges federal policies to match local asks.
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Springfield Union
Washington
Nation honors 12 greatest American inventors on patent century
A committee selects 12 Americans including Edison Wright Bell and Westinghouse as the nation’s greatest inventors to mark the 100th anniversary of the patent system. The piece reflects on life before inventions, the cost to inventors, and societal harm from reckless tech use and war news.
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Thomas Edison
Wilbur Wright
Alexander Graham Bell
George Westinghouse
Will Rogers Humorous Story Reflects Changing Courtship
The piece parodies rustic views on romance with Will Rogers style humor. A girl boasts about attracting a beau while relatives react, and Jean Pink contemplates marriage as a near-constant preoccupation, highlighting shifting social norms and lighthearted family banter.
Al Smith to address Liberty League. astrologer predicts Roosevelt win
Al Smith plans a speech for the Liberty League while Mahlon Norvel forecasts Roosevelt reelection. The Pope hopes for peace in Italy at Christmas as local snow brings a white Christmas. The Fellowship Club distributes 273 baskets to needy families and those adopted by organizations and individuals.
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al Smith
Liberty League
Mahlon Norvel
Roosevelt
Italy
Fellowship Club
Valley Pike funding and local notices provide updates
Over one million dollars is allocated for completion of the Valley Pike. Free evergreen literature is distributed by Christ Episcopal Church. Peach growers nearby enjoy a 25 percent freight price cut. T. C. Coleman State Auditor issues a clean slate to all city treasurers. Wheat is 5354. Member price for
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Christ Episcopal Church
T. C. Coleman
Winchester police urge no firecrackers on Christmas
Ten years ago Winchester police warn residents against using firecrackers during Christmas. Tickets go on sale for the Woodrow Wilson Day banquet. Two Winchester men face court-ordered quit to their suit. World War veterans’ bonuses may soon be borrowed against. Brig Gen H J Rally reports 1000 soldiers deserting weekly due to bad food and quarters.
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Winchester
U. S. Army
H. J. Rally
Christmas Weather and Homecoming in Winchester
Rain yesterday and today brings sloppy weather for Christmas shoppers. Midshipman R. E. Byrd Jr arrives from the Naval Academy to spend holidays at home. The Star extends Merry Christmas to Winchester and surrounding area in its last issue before the holidays. Exceptionally fine music at Market Street Church features the Carnegie organ performing Christmas selections.
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R. E. Byrd, Jr
Naval Academy
The
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Winchester
Market Street
Radio phone service opens to Hawaii
On December 23 1931 a new radio phone service connected Hawaii to the mainland. The development expands long distance communication and marks a milestone in interisland and cross continental connectivity.
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Hawaii
G-Men Criticized by Police Chiefs Over Brunette Capture
The piece notes hostility to the FBI under Hoover from Police Commissioner Valentine and Fire Commissioner McElligott over the Brunette arrest in New York. It reports claims that G-men use pyrotechnics and violence, upstaging local detective work and bungling postal violations.
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Central Press
Washington, D. C
Homer S. Cummings
G-men
Justice Department
Bureau of Investigation
Lewis J. Valentine
New York City
G-outfit
Harry Brunette
Metropolis
Valentine
John J. McElligott
G-force
FBI
J. Edgar Hoover
Manhattan
Brunette
McElligott
Ilar
Feu
Federal
Postoffice Inspection Service
Postoffice
Dr Zadok Dumbkopf resigns from Temporary Santa Clauses Association
The dean of eminent dim-wits abdicates after a coast to coast broadcast denial. Zadok laments aging limitations while performing Kris Kringle at a local grammar school Christmas party. Children react with tears as a boy declares teachers scrub ears and necks, then Haile Selassie is named.
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Zadok Dumbkopf
Dim-Wits
Santa Clauses Association
Zadok
Kris Kringle
Hamlet
Santa Claus
Haile Selassie
Phil H. Gold Horticulturist and Local Official
Phil H. Gold born February 17, 1869, at Apple Pie Ridge Frederick County. He attended John Kerr High School and Bryant and Stratton Baltimore, worked for Roanoke Herald 1888-90, then insurance in Winchester 1893-98. Elected clerk of Frederick County Circuit Court in 1900, with two decades in office. Director at Farmers and Merchants National Bank Shenandoah Valley Apple Cider and Vinegar Co Loudoun Mutual Insurance Co Waterford VA and president of Eastern Central Fruit Growers Production Credit Association. Member Burnt Church Albin with two children Frances Elam and William Henry Gold. Hobby: raising peaches when they don’t freeze.
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Phil H. Gold
Apple Pie Ridge
Frederick County
John Kerr High School
Bryant and Stratton Business College
Baltimore
Roanoke Herald
Winchester
Rebecca Clayton
Farmers and Merchants National Bank
Shenandoah Valley
Bard Vindicated in Divorce Plea Trial
Greep 42 year old furniture mover clashed with his wife Leon da and with William Shakespeare in Judge Joseph B David's court as he sought a divorce. He accused his wife of cruelty and foul language while describing himself as 198 pounds to 115 pound Leon da.
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Chicago
Ellis Greep
William Shakespeare
Joseph B. David
Greep
Leonda
Judge cites Shakespeare as context for obscenity
A judge dismisses a remark as not a crime noting that Shakespeare used obscene language without being indicted suggesting literary language can be legally acceptable.
Patrols secure city as paddy wagon goes missing
Police and prisoners will walk temporarily after the city loses its only first class paddy wagon to theft. The second wagon is in a garage for repairs.
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Frederic J. Haskin
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Military group led by Victor McLaglen in California
H K A McLaglen serves as commander in chief of the Light Horse, formed three years ago by veterans of Scotch, Irish, and English origins. The unit includes cavalry, motorcycle, nursing and medical corps, and an air unit, aiming to train men for government service during need.
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California
Victor McLaglen
H. K. A. McLaglen
Light Horse
Maal
Missing baronet stirs secrets at Severinge Abbey
In a remote abbey on a lake, Sir Henry Severinge disappears after candle grease clues surface. Eric Colindale and James the butler clash over duties while Lady Hilda faces fear and public scrutiny. The rescue search sheds light on family tensions and a possible inside involvement as the case unfolds.
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Marian
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Father
Susan
Reid
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