The Capital Talks C. W. Bryan for President?
Washington chatter debates the 1920 presidential race with Charles W. Bryan as a possible vice president, William Jennings Bryan’s campaign plans, and Robert La Follette’s potential to trigger a House election while speculative sages weigh Dawes versus Bryan as a Senate-supported choice.
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Ashington
Washington
United States
William Jennings Bryan
Charles W. Bryan
William Jennings
John W. Davis
Charlies W
Robert la Follette
Wisconsin
House of Representatives
Senate
Congress
New York
Pennsylvania
Illinois
LaFollette
House
la Follette
Charles W. Ryan
Nebraska
Dawes
Veterans Await Cash Bonus Details Despite Law Says No Cash
Veterans press Washington for bonus sums and payment dates though the adjusted compensation bill bars cash payments. Cash is limited to credits $50 or less with March 1 1925 as a start. others receive certificates dated January 1 1925, redeemable for cash after 20 years or upon veteran death. Dependent claims hinge on proof of death, rare cases of absent spouses prompting uncertain bonus rights.
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Washington
Plea Soon Expected on Sugar Duty Cut by Tariff Commission
Three of six tariff commission members are expected to urge President Coolidge to reduce the sugar duty to about 1.35 cents per pound, from the Cuban rate of 1.76 cents after a 20 percent preference. The panel weighs whether to base average production costs on several years or current conditions, amid opposition from beet and cane interests.
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Tariff Commission
Coolidge
Washington
Cuba
Underwood
Culbertson
David J. Lewis
E. P. Costigan
Thomas C. Marvin
William Burgess
Congress
Louisiana
U S Rejects Mutual Assistance Pact Proposal
The United States refuses to join the League of Nations mutual assistance treaty, citing constitutional limits and lack of league membership. Washington notes could pursue arms reduction and urges agreements to limit armaments, recalling the Washington Conference as precedent.
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United States
League of Nations
Assembly of the League
Geneva
Council of the League
America
League
Washington
The
Treat Your Car With Affection
The piece argues people treat cars as pets, giving vehicles names and affection. It compares car companionship to Rip Van Winkle with his dog and notes cars respond to care, while mistreatment yields poor behavior. It also praises comfort, efficiency, and road signs guiding modern highway travel.
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Enwin Greer
Greer College of Automotive Engineering
Chicago
Rip van Winkle
Mr. Detour
Before Removing Fender Put Kerosene on Bolts
An auto repairer bases fender installation charges on time spent removing the old fender. The bolts are often frozen, so spraying kerosene on them the night before helps loosen them, removing rust and easing the process by morning.
Clutch test described to check slipping in driving
A method to test clutch slipping by driving at 20 to 22 mph with the emergency brake applied and high gear. If the engine stalls the clutch is not slipping. continue to engage the clutch as the motor runs to notice any signs of slipping.
Nine Points to Check for Knocks of Motor
Nine points highlight ignition timing errors causing late spark and overheating. Preignition risks arise from heavy carbon buildup. Mechanical looseness of various kinds also contributes to knocking in engines.
Rim Spreader From Barn-Door Hinge
A common eight inch barn door hinge can spread automobile rims during tire changes. Drill two 5-16 inch holes if the rim is plain, fit two pins, bend ends, and press down to spread. If studs exist, butt ends against studs and notch if needed to prevent slipping.
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Frank N. Coakley
Buffalo
N. Y
Popular Mechanics Magazine
Points for Motorist to Watch on Slippery Days
Guidelines for safe driving in wet weather emphasize engine smoothness, easy clutch release, and brakes that grip without locking. Front and rear wheel alignment and evenly gripping brakes are crucial to prevent skidding, with potential issues including sprung axles and misaligned frames.
Valve Cap Guards Against Dirt Leaks in Tires
Drivers warned not to skip valve caps as dirt can enter the valve and cause leaks. Sand and grime may stay harmless while inflated but can be driven into the valve during re inflation, preventing a proper airtight seal.
Noiseless auto bodies from fabric in France save costs
Automobile bodies made from a fabric in France cut noise common to metal bodies and can be built for about 10 percent the cost of metal touring cars.
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France
Oil finds and county budgets highlight Iowa news
Oil drilling continues at Keosauqua with reports of a find at 400 feet. Greenfield bids let for a $140000 high school. Lee county touts the Pig club as the world’s largest youth pig program. Woodbury county 1925 budget set at 976300, down from earlier years.
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Keosauqua
Greenfield
Lee County
Pig Club
Woodbury County
Des Moines
Muscatine
Iowa
Shenandoah
Will Holub
Near
Traer
Kossuth
Muscatine County
California
Rocky Ford
Chicago
Colorado
Iowa State Board of Health
Cedar Rapids
Waterloo
Columbus Junction
Vinton
Waverly
Nashua
Nora Springs
Marblerock
Shell Rock
Cedar Falls
Rockford
Wapello
Cedar River
Farm Club
Polk County
The
Farm Bureau
Smith-Hughes
Better
United States
Florence E. Busse
Iowa State College
American Veterinary Medicine Association
Ames
Canada
Mexico
Cuba
Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound Endorsed
A Kankakee Illinois woman writes that Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound cured her weakness during menopause and helped her have a healthy baby. She credits it for strengthening her and enabling her to do housework, adding her doctor recommended continued use.
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Kankakee
Ilinois
Lydia E
Pinkham
Mia
Harry Coulom
Harrison Ave
Illinois
Real Evidence of Merit for Women's Relief
Long-standing advertisement claims Lydia E. Pinkham's Compound aids female weakness backache nervousness and irregularities. It presents testimonial letters as proof and states the medicine is dependable and sold by druggists nationwide.
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Lydia E. Pinkham
Emory Gives Milk Advice To Slim Edwin
Emory remarks on Edwin wearing a tight patent leather belt over a linen suit. He says, You ought to drink milk like I do and you wouldn't waste best that way. The exchange shows their contrasting figures and playful banter.
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Emory
Edwin
Chicago Tribune
Refusal Impossible The Hiwkes Circus Act Coterie
The Hiwkes perform a tense trapeze routine with the wife asking for a new gown while holding her husband aloft. The husband replies that he cannot say no, and the scene is described in a light humorous tone from the American Legion Weekly.
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American Legion Weekly
Man Questioned for Henpecked Manner Recalled
A reader recalls a man who seemed to need constant correction. The quip implies domestic dynamics and social humor from earlier times.
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