Peter Rabbit Outwits Predators in Green Forest Tale
Peter narrates a crafty escape as Bowser the Hound trails him through Green Forest and Green Meadows toward Bowser’s chase. He explains how Old Man Coyote Reddy and Granny Fox appear near Paddy the Beaver’s pond while Honker the Goose and eleven followers sleep, setting up a clever ruse.
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Peter Rabbit
Peter
Reddy Wox
Old Man Coyote
Hooty the Owl
Roughley the Hawk
Rabbit
Bowser the Hound
Paddy the Beaver
Green Forest
Honker the Goose
Reddy
Granny Fox
Peter Outwits Coyote in Bramble-Tangle Escape
In a tale narrated by Little Mrs. Peter the beaver Peter recounts outsmarting Old Man Coyote after waking Honker and friends. He hides from Bowser the Hound and narrowly escapes, boasting of wit and daring while vowing to return home to dear Old Brier Patch.
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Coyote
Fat Goose
Old Man Coyote
Peter
Brier’ Patch
Honker
Walt
Bowser the Hound
Bowser
Green Forest
Opening of the George Washington Bridge and its police
The George Washington Bridge spanning the Hudson from New York to New Jersey was formally opened. Eighty eight bridge police officers received praise for guarding traffic on the longest span. A playful aside notes last season's skirt length and fashion trends.
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George Washington
Hudson River
New York City
New Jersey Shore
Thority
New York
New Jersey
Hudson Joy Hudson Rated Top Big Ten Kick Specialist
Roy Hudson Joy Hudson is listed as Michigan captain and fullback and ranked among the best kick field men in the Big Ten, reflecting strong kicking and return skills for the season.
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Joy Hudson
Michigan
Care of Goldfish in Warm Room
The article notes goldfish suffer in warm room air and water. When the water grows too warm the fish rise to the surface for air, signaling it is time to change the water to cool and refresh their environment.
How I Carry On by Douglas Malloch
Poem contemplates continuing legacy after others. Speaker, reflecting on being part of past and nature, asks how to carry on the deeds and charity of those gone. Imagery includes a boulder moved by glaciers and an oak tree’s shade. The verse ponders whether personal effort honors fallen allies and sustains ongoing struggle.
Dainty Chicken Custard and Turkey Stuffing Recipe
Simple invalid friendly meals with Chicken Custard and Turkey Stuffing. Chicken Custard combines chopped chicken bread crumbs eggs milk salt celery salt, baked in custard cups. Turkey Stuffing mixes bread crumbs onions butter celery eggs walnut meats sweetbreads olives and parsley, seasoned and stuffed loosely.
Chicken Chow With Noodles and Ginger Pear Salad
Step by step from a 1931 Western Newspaper Union recipe. Chicken Chow explains tenderizing chicken, preparing delicate egg noodles, layering with broth and buttered crumbs, then baking. Ginger Ale and Pear Salad mixes pear syrup, gelatin, sugar, and ginger ale, then folds in pears and serves with whipped cream.
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Western Newspaper Union
Longer Skirts Spark Debate Over Daytime Frocks
A period fashion note weighs skirt lengths as opinions clash on daytime frocks. The piece questions how long hems should be for casual daywear and extends to formal afternoon functions, reflecting evolving style norms.
Peat-Moss Mulch Benefits Gardeners Say It Helps
Old Gardener notes peat moss as an effective mulch especially in drought areas. Granulated peat moss reduces soil evaporation and lowers cultivation needs, while conserving moisture and acting as a fertilizer when dug in. It also protects roots in winter and has shown success on rose beds.
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Western Newrnaper Union
Dressed for Dinner: Young Lady in Red and Gold Gown
An informal dinner scene features a young lady garbed in a red and gold lame gown. Red velvet sleeves and accessories complement the ensemble.
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Gurbegan
Newton’s Principles Published in 1686 Facing Opposition
World War Skeptical Newton published his Principles in 1686, presenting the gravitational explanation with mathematical demonstration. Even then it took over six decades to gain general recognition amid bitter opposition from critics and rivals.
Democrats Sweep House and State Races in 1931
In a broad national vote, Democrats gain control of the House with John N Garner as likely speaker. They win New Jersey governor A Harry Moore and Mississippi governor Martin S Conner, while New York and other states offer mixed results. The piece covers party shifts, key races, and early maps of power shaping the 72nd Congress.
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F. O. Hldred
Joseph W. Fordney
Congress
Ohio
J. B. Hollister
Martin Sweeney
Josephy Delaney
New York
Edward L. Stokes
G.S. Graham
Pennsylvania
Farmer- Labor
New Jersey
New Hampshire
A. Harry Moore
William Baird, Jr
Hoover
Moore
Martin Sennett Conner
Mississippi
Ruby Laffoon
Kentucky
William B. Harrison
Louisville
York State
Franklin D. Roosevelt
al Smith
Roosevelt
Smith
Tammany
New York City
Ayor Cermak
Chicago
Nets Democracy
Ritchie
James A. Reed
Missouri
Cermak
James Haw Siton Lewis
Lewis
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Newananer Syndicate
NU Service
Roy ‘Hudson
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Douglas Mailoch
WNU
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Edward W. Pickard
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League of Nations
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John Hays Hammond
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William R. Onatle
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the Treasury
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Busness Committee
Silas Strawn
Chamber of Commerce of the United States
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Young Plan
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Daniel Willard
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League
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League Council
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India
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Gandh
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