Program for Development of National Parks as Educational Institutions
The National Park Service created in 1916 and organized in 1917 seeks to preserve scenic wonders while educating visitors. Field trips with nature guides, camp-fire lectures, museum collections, and field courses with college credit are offered to enhance outdoor learning.
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National Park Service
Congress
Department of the Interior
America
National Parks
Two Major Inland Waterway Systems Mississippi and Great Lakes
The text argues for viewing inland waterways as two unified systems the Mississippi and the Great Lakes. It envisions 9 000 miles of connected waterways with 3 100 miles of trunk lines and 6 000 miles of feeders, including a north south trunk from New Orleans to Chicago and an east west trunk from Pittsburgh area to Kansas City.
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Great Lakes
Mississippi
New Orleans
Chicago
Pittsburgh
Cairo
Kansas City
Dresses Are to Paris as Automobiles Are to Detroit
Paris dominates couture as Detroit does autos with a vast industry. Paris employs about 200,000 dressmakers and related workers, with many firms from small tenements to famed houses. Four fifths of Parisian dressmaking products are exported, with the United States buying half of that export.
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Paris
Detroit
France
United States
Stop Orders to Deny Mail Use for Indecent Magazines
The postmaster general can issue stop orders to deny the mails to indecent magazines without prosecution. Current practice waits for court convictions, letting illegal material circulate and undermining timely action. A proactive federal remedy is urged to curb obscene content.
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Federal Post Office
Washington
The Motorist Who Madly Races to Beat the Train
The article argues against drivers racing trains at crossings to save seconds. It notes ongoing tests in cities assessing actual time saved versus safety, estimating a freight train needs two minutes to pass a point at 15 mph and a passenger train about ten seconds, urging readers to consider the engineer’s safety and the risk of death.
Carbon monoxide dangers and safety guidance
Public advisory outlines how carbon monoxide is colorless and deadly in garages and enclosed spaces. It warns against running engines with doors closed, lists symptoms, and instructs on rescue steps and emergency contacts for resuscitation equipment and help.
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Gas Company
Electric Company
Safety Council
Red Cross
Police Department
Electric Or Gas’ Company
National Safety Council
Chicago
Auto Speeder Penalized by Increased Tire Bill
A high grade racing tire wears faster under extreme speeds due to internal heat from friction. Heat accelerates rubber deterioration and shortens tire life, making speeders incur higher tire costs than cautious drivers.
Signal Always Warns Behind On The Road
The article stresses the importance of signaling turns even for experienced drivers. It warns that following the beaten path of a main highway can mislead drivers behind, who may assume the turn will be straight ahead. Always signal to prevent accidents.
Privilege of Some Motorists on Capitol Hill
An irate driver on Capitol Hill Harrisburg Pa refused to move his car when Governor Pinchot’s vehicle also stood in a restricted area. He declared I don’t care if it is the governor’s ear and the two ears remained until the governor’s car moved.
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Capitol Hill
Harrisburg
Pinchot
Springs of Automobile Are the Most Neglected
A lubricating company manager warns that car springs are the most neglected auto part among owners. He says diligent cleaning and oiling protect engine parts and improve riding comfort, noting owners avoid the task due to its dirty, oily nature especially on Sundays.
Rigid Watch Should Be Kept for Auto Thieves
An Auto owner notes that 10 064 autos were stolen in 1924 and argues for stricter vigilance. He warns that thieves can hitch a tow line to another car and drive away, even with proper locking.
Spring Repair Guidance From a Skilled Spring Maker
The article advises timely repair or replacement of a broken spring plate by a skilled spring maker rather than a blacksmith. It notes that partial breaks transfer stress to other plates, risking further damage, and recommends tightening rebound clips and securing center bolts until repairs can be completed.
Cleaning contact points with cuttlefish paper
The article notes cuttlefish paper as an ideal abrasive for cleaning ignition contact points and dynamo surfaces. It may be hard to find in hardware stores but is consistently stocked by dental supply retailers.
Oregon Enacts Auto Safety and Title Requirements
Oregon enacts laws making it a crime to tamper with a vehicle serial number with intent to defraud. The new statute also requires that all license applications be paired with certificates of title.
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Oregon
Cooling Hint for Thermo-Syphon Engine Systems
The owner should keep the system filled to prevent impaired circulation and overheating, as allowing water to fall to half or three quarters of full amount harms cooling.
Disappearing Kitchen Table Adds Tiny Extra Dining Space
The article extols a collapsible wall folding table that tucks away when not in use. It explains how hinged support drops to the floor and can serve two for breakfast near a window nook, easing crowded kitchens and keeping counters clear.
Taking Care of Your Watch in Daily Use
A suburban woman misses a train due to a slow watch and reflects on why women buy watches for beauty rather than service. The piece contrasts men's routine winding with women's irregular winding and urges choosing reliable timepieces and regular maintenance.
Plunge into the silly season proclaimed
A Winnipeg Tribune quip notes a young graduate ready to dive into the bustling silly season. The exchange emphasizes optimism and ambition as the summer social calendar approaches.
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Winnipeg Tribune
Good Old English Word Housewife Origin
The term housewife appears in 1225 as husewif meaning a married woman who manages the household. It derives from Middle English hus meaning house and wif meaning woman, and carries no derogatory sense in good usage.
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United States Secretary of Commerce
Mich
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J. Frank Chase
Ben Bragdon
Rock Island
Magnet
Yellowstone Trail
Margaret Bruce
Netwesn
Council Bluffs
Dr. Pierce
Ellen Jones
Ave. E. Health
Nature
Haarlem
OLD Moe Gases
DR. Caldwell Atagegos
W. B. Caldwell
Monticello
Dr. Caldwell
Wwingate Company
Ave
Des Boines
Lowe
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