Famous Phrases and Their True Origins Traced
The Golden Book Magazine traces origins of famed sayings and disputes by naming Winn II Vanderbilt as the source of the line The public be damned and credits Morey with To the victor belongs the spoils. It links A square deal to Theodore Roosevelt and I would rather be right than be President to Henry Clay, while The almighty dollar is tied to Washington Irving.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cornelius Vancorbilt
Commodore
Winn II
Hng
William L. Morey
Morey
Andrew Jackson
Theodore Roosevelt
Henry Clay
Washington Irving
Warning Mania Prompts Office Pipe Cleaning Pranks
A Providence Journal humorous item describes a well meaning but meddlesome worker nicknamed Hle who tries to help colleagues, provoking a chaotic scene as a pipe, ink, and books fly. a startled deskmate accuses him of overstepping while others resist the “help.”
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hle
Lord Nelson
Providence Journal
Canny Modern Youth Seizes Late-Night Snack Racket
A Philadelphia Record report says a local morning paper’s copy boys are kept busy after hours seeking food, advising milk shakes malted milks or near beer, then duplicating orders to pocket extra drinks. The scheme relies on single orders growing into two glasses and bottle deposits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tewrite
Philadelphia
Rulea for Laying Shingles From Standards Bureau guidance
The bureau of standards advises applying new wood shingles over old ones with secure nailing for all loose shingles. Trim warped edges and avoid chisels to keep a uniform surface. To neat the top and restore roof lines, cut back a few inches at eaves and gables and insert a furring strip or batten to conceal old sides and butts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bureau of Standards
Four-year-old Martha Learns Jackstone Play
A child named Martha received jackatopies and a ball from her father who demonstrated use. A neighbor later asked if she could play jackstones. Martha replied she could pick up the jackstones but the ball would not return to her hand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martha
Bargain Sale Seizes 68 Unclaimed Autos at Cut Rates
Chicago police custodian oversees disposal of 68 unclaimed automobiles from a Bevan sale. Prices ranged from 50 cents to 135 dollars, with 1400 dollars transferred to the police pension fund.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank J. Bevan
Chicago
Grasse the City of Scents and Perfume Capital
Grasse on the French Riviera, home to 10 000 inhabitants, is renowned as the world’s perfume center. Last year 13 million pounds of flowers including roses and violets were processed. 400 factories employ about 8 percent of the local population. The peak period is May to July when flowers are laid over a fat base to absorb essences, then liquids are added before bottling and packing for transport.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grasse
Plettresquely
French Riviera
Catherine de Medicis
Grasna
Hquids
Grange
Bat Tribe Members of Animal Kingdom Bats Not Birds
Bats are mammals with over 250 species in North America and beyond. Females usually birth one young, sometimes twins, and many species are insectivorous while tropical bats include vampire and fruit-eating varieties. Young batlets cling to mothers or are placed on branches for shelter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Animal Kingdom
North America
United States
Novel Coined Phrase Children of the Ghetto Referenced
The text explains the phrase children of the ghetto linked to Israel Zangwill novel. It notes Zangwill, a successful English novelist, wrote Children of the Ghetto about modern Jewish life. It adds ghettos historically meant Jewish quarters in European cities and have largely vanished in recent decades.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Israel Zangwill
Zangwill
Russian
Poland
Movements of Wavoa Roughness and Weather Effects
The text explains that water movement and roughness depend on prevailing weather and coastline shape as well as ocean bed. It notes that larger seas are not always rougher than small inland waters and mentions the English Channel as a notably rough, narrow, and partially enclosed body. It also states waves rise higher in the open ocean during storms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
English Channel
Sunday School Confusion After FiveYearOld Mishears Teachings
A South side resident’s five year old son returned from Sunday school and, when questioned by his mother, recounts a garbled exchange in which the teacher supposedly told him to "keep sill" causing a moment of humorous misunderstanding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Side
Charles
Indianapolis
Ark Noah Scene With Postcard From Fanny
In a cabin aboard the ark Noah and Mrs Noah converse amid a storm of doubt and longing. A postcard arrives from Conain Fanny reading Oceans of Love to Bly Boy Noah, signaling a distant connection to the outside world.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Noah
Kangsasity Times
Far From Perfect Donkey remark sparks household quip
In a concise exchange Mrs Meek counters her husband’s unease with humor about honesty and change. He jests about being called a donkey and lacking, while she playfully asserts growth comes with more logs and a stronger voice. The dialogue hints at domestic dynamics and humor.
Farm Bureau backs Hoover message for Washington's centennial observance
The American Farm Bureau Federation endorsed President Hoover's June message urging nationwide July Fourth celebrations honoring George Washington. The drive aims to mobilize farmers to participate in patriotic events tied to the Washington centennial, with plans for pageants, games, concerts, and community gatherings expected to draw tens of thousands.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Farm Bureau Federation
Iterbert Hoover
Farmers of America
George Washington
Tram
Prosvcation
Ram Bureau Oificinia
Hoover
Farm Buren
Sol Bloom
United States
George Wrahington
American Trim Bureau Federation
Ufe
Hfe
Bloom
Farm Bureau Federation
Washington
Bicentennial Commission
Farm Bureau
Advancement of
Agriculture
Trea
Time You Save By Speeding A Safety Card
A weekly safety article from Tow State College’s Dr A tt Banner discusses how time saved by speeding can be dangerous. It references John Joneal Ha and a family in hardship due to lack of qualified parental care, with the father serving for his country amid wartime sacrifices and uncertain futures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A.tt. Banner
Tow State College
American Leon
State Tehwnasy Safety Council
John Joneal
Noork
Sa Little Ax
Bron
Milix
Haya Add
Families struggle as limited aid budget bites
A city report notes government support is scarce for families and questions who will aid the 29 000 men killed in automobile accidents that year. The piece urges civic duty, warns against evading responsibility, and complains of street congestion on weeknights while promoting local business printing at the Registrar-Tribune office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Monte Caro
Sxonr
Did You Ever Stop To Think by Edson R White
Edson R White from Shawnee Oklahoma writes a reflective column about democracy, journalism, and civic priorities. The piece critiques national discourse and urges focus on local business and community improvement through advertising and active city cooperation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edson R. White
Shawnee, Okla
Notice for Bids Seaton Wide for padyking and repairs
Notice from the Board of Education inviting bids for projects at Akron area school facilities. Bids due noon May 8th, according to specifications on file with the Secretary. Board reserves right to reject any or all bids. Signed W. I. Mellen, Secretary. Old newspapers for sale at Reg-Atar-Tribuna office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Schoab
Akron
Lown
Myanday
Tame
Board of Education
Mellen
Tor Ania
Reg- Atar-Tribuna Offidia
Also Mentioned on This Page
Iowa
Merse
Alkron
Registar-Tribune
Peewana
Uwe
Swift
Mallory
Swan’s Down
Regent Press
Spain
Vrade
Northwestern Bell Telephone Company
Gavas
Aaves
Klauer Bros
America
Chevrolet
Fisher
Chevrolet Motor Company
Detroit
Michigan
General Motora
Flint
Dirks Motor CO. Brundeen’s
Westfield
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!