Cowboys Will Herd Reindeer In Alaska Frontier Industry Expands
The North wilds call for seasoned frontiersmen as Alaska’s reindeer industry grows. Herds near 200 000, with projections to ten to twenty five million in 15 years. 1 700 carcasses shipped last year, 11 000 in 1920. Five cold storage plants operate. meat priced 35 cents a pound wholesale, 15 cents retail.
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San Francisco
Montana
California
Oregon
Nevada
Dakotas
Alaska
Texas
Siberia
United States
Seattle
Jafet Linderbeck
She Buried the Wrong Husband in Portsmouth
In Portsmouth Ohio Mrs. George Wills identified a mutilated railroad body as her husband and paid funeral expenses. The real husband returned home alive denying death, leaving Mrs. Willis to wonder whose husband she buried and who should pay.
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Portsmouth
George Wills
Willis
Girl Scouts Build Bird Houses in Central Park
The Girl Scouts of New York City place bird houses in a Central Park tree to shelter birds spending the winter, showcasing youth-led effort to aid wildlife during the season.
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Girl Scouts of
New York City
Central Park
Bodies of Skaggs twins arrive for burial in Olive Hill
Ernest Skaggs twenty five and his twin Cecil were killed at the same time on a French battlefield. Ernest's body arrived in Olive Hill ahead of Cecil and was buried. The War department says Cecil's body will arrive later.
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Olive Hill
Ernest Skaggs
Cecil
War Department
Old Subtreasury Will Be Closed
The United States subtreasury in New York will cease to exist at year end and its functions will pass to the local Federal Reserve Bank. Most employees under 100 will move to the Reserve Bank, which will occupy the treasury building pending its new home, while others may join the customs service.
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Federal Reserve Bank
New York
United States
Blaine
Cleveland
Roosevelt
Washington Statue
Martin Vogel
Man is killed by his own dog in hunting trip crash
In Greensburg Indiana William 8 Smith aged forty five was shot to death when his dog pressed the shotgun trigger as the hunting party began the trip. The incident occurred while the party prepared to start the hunt.
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Greensburg
Ind
William 8. Smith
Smith
Hands Amputated by Trains as Detroit Boy Is Hit
Eleven year old Walter Frantz of Detroit was badly injured when one train cut off his legs and another, reversing direction, severed his hands as he fell between two passing cars. He was playing on a box car when a switch engine backed down, throwing him to the ground with his feet under the car.
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Walter Frantz
Detroit
Mich
Paying the Penalty for Jury Duty Equality
Lawrenceburg Indiana Dearborn and Ohio counties jury commissioners ordered to remove gender distinctions in jury wheel. Women with the vote must serve.
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Lawrenceburg
Ind
Dearborn
Ohio County
Fifteen Million Seek Passports to United States
Reports to Ellis Island commissioner Frederick Wallis say fifteen million Europeans of all classes and nationalities seek passage to the United States. Officials warn of crowded conditions at ports and Ellis Island with 2,000 awaiting space and 311,000 Polish passport applications noted.
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New York
Europe
United States
Transatlantic Steamship Company
Frederick A. Wallis
Ellis Island
Wallis
Washington
House
Senate Immigration Committee
Foreign Office
Poland
Regal Evening Wrap Descriptions Highlight Luxe Fur Gowns
A fashion feature details regal evening wraps for young women, praising plush furs and wide sleeves. It describes two coats with cape collars, one in white fur and another in black panne velvet with martens and brocade, plus satin linings and color options from beige to turquoise.
Knickerbockers to Overtake Petticoats in Street Wear
The article argues knickerbockers and pettibockers may replace petticoats for street attire, citing freedom of movement, less dust, longer wear, and adjustable lengths. It notes stylish washable fabrics, elastic waistbands, and knee-length fits, with flounces transforming knickerbockers into pettibockers and bright color options.
Now the Sun Returns in Santa’s Christmas Tale
Santa Claus uses a magic telescope to view sleeping children after Christmas. Boy of the North notices how each child’s smile and gift joy keeps Santa from growing older, as he rests and reunites with his faithful hound each year.
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Santa Claus
Boy of the
Santa
Boy of the North
Janet
North
Not Natural Excerpt Sparks Debate Over Manners and Nation
A heated editorial excerpt questions restraint and resolve, asserting Jongland will not tolerate timid tactics. The piece provocatively asks if such behavior could be expected from a nation described as a dog nation, signaling sharp nationalistic rhetoric.
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Jongland
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Linderberg
New York Federal Institution
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Dadaytvening
Mary Graham
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