Legion chief faults Mellon on bonus plan stance
Hanford MacNider, national commander of the American Legion, says Secretary Mellon shows pessimism in his opposition letter to the Fordney measure. He argues Treasury figures differ from the Senate actuary and asserts ex servicemen want the adjusted compensation plan and should not be forced to choose cash.
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New York
Hanford MacNider
The
American Legion
Mellon
Fordney
MacNider
Treasury Department
McCumber
Legion
Surprise Birthday Party For Mr McDonald At Greenspring
A surprise party honored Mr. J E McDonald on his forty seventh birthday at his Greenspring home with a large gathering of friends and family sharing a meal and social hour. A sermon on The Call To the Ministry was preached by Rev S C Stickley later in the week.
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John Kiger
J. M. Dap
C. W. Lamp
R. B. Emmart
William Dorsey
Friés
L. H. Summel
J. &. Adams
S. dueCave
Earl Fries
Paul Adams
Wesley McDonald
Winifred Smith
Ada
Grace Fries
Ray Fries
Lis Fries
Helen Abshire
Lucil Smith
Margaret Lewis
Minnie McDonald
Donald Smith
Melvin Lewis
S. C. Stickley
Greenspring
Hunter Donaldson
B. B. Smith
R. S. Stimmel
Mabel Braithwaite
Leona Stimmel
Richards gas tax bill advances in Richmond legislature
The Richmond House finance committee approved the Richards bill to place a one cent tax on gasoline, 8 to 7 with Chairman Fuller casting the deciding vote. Provisions split the tax revenue half to the state and half to the county with debate over combining inspection duties to avoid extra costs. Miss Eva McCauley arrives on a visit to relatives at 410 North Kent Street.
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Richmond Times-Disputch
House Committee
House Finance Committee
Richards
Fuller
Keezell
Eva McCauley
Washington
New York
George Heatwole
North Kent Street
Post Follies at Boyce Tonight Delights Local Cast
The final production of the Post Follies will be shown at the Community Building in Boyce Virginia this evening January 27 at 8 15 o clock The show features W M Snell Louise Meade T L Crisman P W Bowers Mrs Green and the Ritchie Family with a standout dance by Miss Ritchie and strong ensembles from recent New York shows.
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P. W. Bowers
R. Gréen
New York
White Post
Old-Time Butler Dies Early Today
Milton Chase a longtime colored butler in Major Holmes Conrad’s household for fifty years died at 3 AM at his East Piccadilly home after a prolonged illness. He was about 70, survived by wife Laura and brother Philip Chase of Jefferson County West Virginia. Funeral Sunday at 2:30 PM from John Mann Church East Cork Street, burial in the colored cemetery.
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Milton Chase
Holmes Conrad
East Piccadilly
Laura Chase
Philip Chase
Jefferson County
W. Va
John Mann
East Cork Street
Chase
Virginia
Martinsburg Woman Praises Winchester Star Renewal
Miss Mabel Rodgers of Martinsburg West Virginia renews her subscription to The Winchester Star for another year saying she cannot do without the home news. She thanks the paper for a reduced price and expresses gratitude.
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The
Star
Mabel Rodgers
Martinsburg
W. Va
Winchester Star
Does It Pay to Crush the Other Fellow
A Golden Rule Bible Class will discuss the question next Sunday morning. A hearty welcome is extended to all men.
Davis Family Visit In Orangeburg Page
Mr. William Davis of Orangeburg St C is visiting his sister Mrs J L Whitlock and his brothers C A Davis and Eugene Davis in this city.
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William Davis
Orangeburg
St. C
J. L. Whitlock
Messrs. C. A. Davis
Eugene Davis
Irish Christening Confusion Sparks Father Grandfather Dismay
A christening party centers on the priest asking for the baby’s name. The grandfather says he does not know and whispers to the father who answers Hazel. The grandfather expresses disgust at the saint calendar filled with girl names and a boy’s name being given after a nut.
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Hazel
Saturday Evening Post
London Lady Requests Special Help for Busby-Burnem
A London hostess discreetly orders the butler to ensure Mrs. Busby-Burnem receives ample portions at table, noting she may be preparing for a lengthy jail stay. The remark adds a wry hint of scandal to a casual dinner scene.
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London
Rumored European Trip Spurs Credit Tension
Dialogue hints at a debated journey to Europe linked to financial pressures. Bosh questions plausibility while Josh references creditors and the rumor's commonality, suggesting a strained discussion over travel and debts.
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Bosh
Europe
Josh
Poodle and Oyster Nomenclature in a Puck Verse
A playful Puck fragment riffs on naming with a poodle lookalike window washer and an "Er-oyster" coinage by Adam. Other creatures linger for nicknames while a namer bursts into laughter at the comic exchange and the imagined maternal refrain.
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Adam
Puck
Hair removing paste prompt prompts bald joke
A quirky dialogue jokes about hair removal paste and a failed DIY result. One speaker recalls using a paste that led to sudden baldness after diving into shallow water. The exchange plays on an exaggerated consequence and curiosity about effectiveness.
Start the love interest early dictates magazine editor
The editor orders an early focus on romance in the magazine workflow. A prominent author agrees to comply as the piece leans toward affectionate writing over sharp epigrams.
The Cynic and The Practical on the Piano Trade
The Cynic declares no business is square and upright in modern times while The Practical questions what is wrong with the piano business. The exchange highlights skepticism about business ethics and marketplace quality in a concise quip.
Heartless Observation Sparks Marital Debate
Ethel asserts she will marry despite his slender salary, while Eisie notes no man earns so little that someone would not share the income. The exchange highlights frugal expectations and social attitudes toward marriage and money.
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Ethel
Eisie
The Baby and the Sudden Squall In The House
A speaker compares a baby to a new wave on life’s sea while another notes the infant as a sudden squall. The remark frames a domestic scene with a maritime metaphor.
Needed Lessons from a Fragmented Exchange
The fragmentary dialogue hints at a cautious romance and a promise of learning from one another. The male speaker expresses longing while the female responds with calm assurance that she will teach him.
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League Shoe Store
Reliable Shoes and Hosiery
Hapman Auto Supply
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Payne & Sutton
Ford
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