Nathalia mystery stirs poets and guardians over alleged authorship
A Brooklyn Eagle letter cites Edwin Markham praising Nathalia's poems while skeptics claim a hoax by four young men and two women. Spiritualists cite Swinburne as a possible ghost author, while Nathalia’s guardian father faces a court accounting of royalties.
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Composition of the Senate and Nye Appointment Saga
Republicans in the Indiana Senate gain a seat with Robinson's appointment to fill Ralston's death vacancy. Meanwhile North Dakota Governor Sorlie faces questions over Nye's eligibility after Ladd's death, with a push for a special election per the seventeenth amendment. Brookhart's case may test party loyalty and Senate judgment, as favor or disfavor could sway votes.
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Miracle or Hoax Nathalia Crane Authored by a 12 Year Old
A Brooklyn girl, Nathalia Crane, is praised and doubted for two poetry books totaling 70000 copies. Her father cites early writing at nine with broad knowledge while her publisher calls her a possible miracle or hoax. Teachers question her authorship.
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Lava Lane
Thomas Seltzer
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Nathalia
Wanted A Napoleon of Finance for France in Crisis
The piece portrays M. Painleve as a failing captain of France's state, ousted after trimming sails to appease radical groups. His revised capital levy bill faced fierce opposition from farming interests and busy men, described as inflationary and ruinous. Briand, though ill, considers stepping in to address bankruptcy and its dire consequences.
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Government reports show gains in infant welfare programs
Grace Abbott reports steady declines in U S infant mortality over 50 years though higher than Australia, Norway, Sweden, and the Irish Free State. Under the maternity and infant act forty three states and Hawaii receive federal aid for mother and baby welfare. In 1924 and 1925 nearly 600000 infants and children were examined at 26353 child health conferences, with many prenatal, midwife and mothers classes and over 5000 little mothers groups organized. federal spending runs just under a million dollars annually, justified by results.
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Sweden
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Hawaii
France woes spark notes of defiance and doubt
The article uses playful metaphors to critique French political mood, noting defiance over votes of confidence. It mocks diplomacy and Locarno praise while quipping about prunes and turkeys. Mentions Governor Smith, Mayor-elect Walker, and Mr. McAdoo in a speculative national frame.
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Une Billy Possum Tale Sparks a New Nest Hunt
Peter Rabbit questions Mistah Buzzard nest location after Unc Billy Possum hints the nest may be on the ground. The tale follows Peter’s search shift from tree tops to ground, leading into a broader discussion on humanitarian education and future youth.
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Little Stories of Sausages and New Patterns
An English paper recalls humorous vignettes: rival butchers billboard jokes about selling to gentry and the king, a shopper chasing novelty tablecloths with edge around the border, and a sailor asking if his repaired hand will let him play the banjo. The anecdotes mix wordplay and quaint optimism.
Downfall foe of German spies receives belated praise
Sir Reginald Halli heads the British Admiralty intelligence service in the war. He captured the famed telegram announcing Germanys sink without trace submarine campaign and handed it to Lord Balfour for the American government. From 1911 to 1912 he served as naval assistant to the navy comptroller and commanded the Natal Cornwall and Queen Mary. He rose to rear admiral in 1917 and retired as vice admiral in 1922.
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Natal
Cornwall
Queen Mary
Reginald
Unionist Party
Auspicious Horoscope Points to Prosperity and Change
Astrologers predict a strong benefic day with opportunities for profit and growth. West coast industry, new ventures, and favorable wedding outcomes are highlighted while some unemployment shifts may drive population southward. Women should seize opportunities on Tuesday. avoid changing birth-year plans, as Sagittariuses tend toward bold speculation and extraordinary success.
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McClure
Mayo says education key to prohibition progress
Dr. William Mayo of Rochester Minnesota argues the Eighteenth Amendment is a step in educating Americans to the need for prohibition. He predicts future regulation that is fair and just and cites local prohibition as more satisfactory than national policy. He discusses alcohol use in medicine, youth, fashion, and parental influence.
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William Mayo
William J. Mayo
Rochester, Minn
United States
Dear Mrs Thompson Advice Column Letters on Love and Marriage
A reader seeks guidance on courtship and infidelity in a late 19th or early 20th century style advice column. Responses urge prudence, discourage duplicity, and advise the man to avoid women who tempt him while promoting self-improvement and honest acquaintance with partners. Additional notes discuss distrust of men, and parental consent for underage marriage.
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Mrs. Thompson
Fred
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