Motion picture industry vastness noted in era figures
The article states domestic film production exceeds 2,000,000,000 feet annually with a value around $75,000,000 once exposed. It highlights the large investments in theaters, studios, and company organizations, stressing the industry’s bewildering financial scale.
Hoover In Brothers Yard No. 2 Political Candidate
A 1930s tone column analyzes Herbert Hoover after a biography praise piece. It notes Hoover’s willingness to accept a Republican nomination under pressure, questions his party alignment, and suggests he is a strong compromise candidate with limited independent appeal. The piece contrasts Hoover with Wood and Lowden in the GOP race.
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Herbert Hoover
Hoover
Standard
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Wood
Lowden
Strange Case of Dr Campisi Murders in Lodging House
New York police consider a two man quarrel in a lodging house room the motive for the murder of Dr Vincent J Campisi and the killing of the physician who came to aid. The theory suggests the killer fled after eliminating both men to prevent identification.
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New York City
Vincent J. Campisi
Pictures by the mile dominate 1919 film exports
Fifty thousand miles of motion picture film were shipped from the United States in 1919, valued at over eight million dollars. The record underscored American supremacy in a thriving industry with rapid artistic and financial growth, while English firms attempt consolidation but lag behind.
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National City Bank of New York
United States
Upper and Lower Berths in Pullman Rates Dispute
The interstate commerce commission allows a higher price for lower berths and holds upper berths steady. Many travelers prefer uppers, but lowers remain in demand. The Pullman firm may raise overall rates about 20 percent, mainly on lowers, while uppers become comparatively cheaper, prompting a stepladder of access to the top.
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Interstate Commerce Commission
Pullman Company
After His Share and Other Parodies of Spring
A compendium of satirical reflections on labor, politics, and public life. The piece notes wage gains for farm hands, forecasts higher 1920 labor growth, and lampoons figures like Hoover and Daniels amid April’s uncertainties and global headlines.
Moonshine crackdown and political opinion mix in Montana
Local papers report Helena seizes first moonshine still amid a push to invite new industry while editorials reflect on national politics. Notes praise Senator Williams for his sharp critique of the Republican stance toward Wilson and highlight Borah’s bold leadership and integrity.
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United States
John Sharp Williams
Mississippi
Senate
Wilson
Williams
Bozeman Chronicle
First Lady of the Land May Be Mrs Wood
Photo International notes Mrs Leonard Wood wife of Maj Gen Leonard Wood is among presidential hopefuls and has won key allies for her husband’s White House bid. Washington friends say she would be a charming tactful White House hostess if the general wins the presidency.
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Photo International
Leonard Wood
White House
The Unpopularity of Work in American Industry
The Chamber of Commerce of the United States plans an Atlantic City convention on April 27 to 29 to revive the slogan speed up production. Leaders seek broad discussion and data to boost factory output as economists warn that reduced production drives high costs. The piece argues hard work is the world’s most needed yet most unpopular thing.
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Chamber of Commerce of the United States
Atlantic City
Chamber of Commerce
Flashes of Lightning Nuff to Drive Em to Drink
A collage of satirical newspaper snippets mocks politics and policy. It notes party activity and candidacy struggles amid light mockery of liquor rules and cabinet posts, with quips on taxes, Prohibition, and international affairs. The mood is sharp, era commando-like commentary.
Humor Quote Mix In Daily Papers
A collection of witty cartoon captions and quips from various newspapers. The jokes cover courtship, finance, economy, ambition, and daily life with playful exchanges and pithy punchlines.
Voters Jest Echoes of Primaries Past in Web ster Joke
The piece notes South Dakota and Michigan primary lists naming George Washington Webster and William Gerald Simpson as candidates, while recalling 1916 Nebraska primaries where voters treated the process as a joke. It questions whether jokers and wags will again dominate 1912 and 1916 style primaries.
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New York Times
South Dakota
Kansas City Star
Chicago
George Washington Webster
Michigan
William Gerald Simpson
Wolverines
Robert G. Ross
Lexington
Neb
Nebraska
Henry Ford
Cummins
New England
Diamonds and pay rates for American troops in Germany
The New York Times reports the occupation rate set at 100 marks per dollar for U S soldiers in Coblenz. Privates would earn about 3 300 marks monthly with overseas pay, far higher than many German officials, fueling hopes for diamonds and luxury purchases among doughboys. France pays 14.50 francs per dollar, nearly three times the 1917 rate.
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New York Times
Germany
Coblenz
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