Naval tonnage pact fades as nations push air and submarine power
An article notes the naval pact is seen as weak as France expands submarines and aircraft while Japan pursues light cruisers and submarines. Other nations signaled a shift away from capital ships toward air power, with General Mitchell and Admiral Sims urging changes. President Coolidge plans to address limiting military aviation activities.
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Som
France
Japan
Mitchell
Sims
Coolidge
Johnny Chuck Seethes with Jealousy in Old Orchard Encounter
Johnny Chuck hides overheard jealousy toward a handsome unknown chuck up in the Old Orchard. He hurries toward the orchard despite hunger, muttering of anger, and meets Reddy Fox on the way. Reddy notes Johnny’s temper while wary of Farmer Brown’s land, as the tale sets up the next story Johnny Chuck Spies.
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Johnny
Handsome
Chuck
Johnny Chuck
Danner
Reddy Fox
Reddy
Farmer Brown
T. W. Burgess
Johnny Chuck Spies
Nurmi the Fleet of Foot
Florence Davies profiles the Finnish runner Paavo Nurmi lauding his speed and training philosophy. The piece notes his seemingly effortless pace, focus on personal rhythm, and relentless dedication while contrasting common training with his famed instinct for the right moment to surge.
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Nurmi
Florence Davies
American Forest Week Proclaimed in Montana
Governor Erickson and President Coolidge urge nationwide focus on forest preservation and regrowth during April 27 to May 4. Officials, associations, and citizens are asked to treat forests as crops to be renewed, not merely exploited, with emphasis on public involvement, education, and future planning.
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Crescent Coolidge
Erickson
Montana
President Coolidge
Ticklish Naval Limitation Issue Stirs 1921 Conference Remnant
President Coolidge has Kellogg study the 1921 naval arms conference minutes to refine limits on aircraft. Experts warn the line between military and commercial planes is blurred and restricting military use could hinder civilian aviation growth, unless government funding offsets the cost.
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Coolidge
Kellogg
France
Great Britain
William D. Tipton
Aerial Authority of
The
Eagle
The Way the Japs Do A Spring House Cleaning Compared
A satirical piece contrasts Japanese spring house cleaning with American customs. It describes police led purging of homes, deities purified by hand, and a harsh view of domestic authority, then pivoting to US politics and entertainment gossip with wit and sensational tone.
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America
Japan
Horoscope Signals Turbulent Year Ahead
Readings warn of rising unrest and hysteria across classes as artistic and educational shifts unfold. Possible government actions and delays loom, with uncertain economic and social effects.
Radio Digest Daily Programs Preview
Radio fans get a roundup of station listings across the nation. Highlights include WEEI Boston with musical blocks, KNX Hollywood featuring orchestra and night programs, KHJ Los Angeles with orchestra and children segments, WHAS Louisville in concert, and WEAF New York offering talk, contralto, light opera, and dancing performances.
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Radio Digest
WSD
Atlanta Journal
Buffalo
Chicago Post
Riviera
Eltal
Sand'who
Des Moines
Haritone
WWJ
Detroit News
Greelub
WBAP
Fort Worth Star-Telegram
KNX
Hollywood
WOS
Jefferson City
Ad- Arcanes
Tal 'Wdaf
Kansas City Star
School of the Air
KHJ
Los Angeles
WHAS
Louisville Journal
WHAD
Milwaukee
Wisconsin
WCCO
Minneapolis-St. Paul
Orchestra Weaf
New York
Happiness Daily Boys
Firesk Sour
Wiz
Savarin Ensemble
Wall Bt
Daily Crossword Puzzle Patterned Around Long Words
Ruth von Phul solves a Golden Gate era crossword in eight minutes. The puzzle, built around six long words, explores how a craze grows from small beginnings. Across clues include 1A consonantal digraph and 3A large tub, with entries spanning 41 Messenger and 33 Symbol for copper.
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Ruth von Phul
Marion R. Hart
Golden Gate
San Francisco
John
HITS OF MISSES Accidents Will Happen in Naval Demo
A naval demonstration reports a tone hit by anti-aircraft guns, with no clear indication if intentional or accidental. The piece questions accountability and references a Detroit News quote about congress and cost to the public. It mentions relief for farmers and a senate rules debate led by Heflin.
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Annapolis
New
Congress
Detroit News
Heflin
Senate
Rail land dispute over mineral returns and compensation
Washington March 26 Two Portland counsel argue that about 1 600 000 acres of company land should be returned as mineral land while the firm claims the right to select other land worth more. Another 1 300 000 acres is claimed as compensation for land work at the Crow reservation creation. Government counters several points on where lands may be chosen. Hearing paused with commission adjourned until Saturday.
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Washington
Portland
Ore
Railway
Sime on Trains to Be Met by Special Guards
Paris reports a surge in crimes on trains including robbery and murder. Public opinion calls for action as the French compartment system enables criminals to escape. Authorities plan special guards to deter attackers and restore traveler confidence on lines.
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Sime
Paris
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