Porto Rico Seeks Governor Election Autonomy
Porto Rico reels under limited self rule as a bill to allow election of a governor in 1928 moves through Congress. Governor Towner and others argue autonomy improves relations, citing rising literacy from 9.8% to 50% and education funding, plus health gains lowering mortality from 41 to 18.6 per 1,000. the island’s citizens gained U S. citizenship in 1917 and 400,000 served in World War I.
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Ashington
Porto Rico
Towner
Washington
Island
United States
Supreme Court
Smithsonian field work notes 1923 explorations overseas and fossils
An illustrated Smithsonian booklet catalogs 1923 field work by staff and collaborators across the United States Canada China Panama Central America and Europe. Secretary Walcott pursues Canadian Rockies geology while G Gilmore excavates a diplodocus skeleton at Dinosaur National Monument Utah.
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Smithsonian Institution
Washington
United States
Canadian Rockies
Yangtze Valley
China
West Indies
Panama
Central America
Labrador
Europe
Charles D. Walcott
Canadian Rocky Mountains
Clearwater River
Bow Valley
Columbia River Valley
Cr. G. Gilmore
National Museum
Dinosaur National Monument
Utah
Motorists Urged to Preserve Roadside Beauty by Henry
Thomas P. Henry president of the American Automobile Association urges motorists to avoid leaving debris and destroying beauty spots. He warns careless smoking litter and discarded litter can spark forest fires and ruin spots for future travelers. He stresses personal duty to protect scenery and that one careless party can ruin a location for many visitors.
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Thomas P. Henry
American Automobile Association
America
Conservation bill would make river bottoms a national reserve
The proposal would designate the upper Mississippi river bottoms as a government reserve to protect game and fresh water fish including black bass. Scientists warn black bass could face extinction within ten years without protection. revenues from pelts could rise fivefold under national oversight. Denver’s Izaak Walton League chapter receives broad support from Colorado groups as Outdoor League of Colorado lists many affiliates.
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Mississippi
Harry B. Hawes
Missouri
Mississippi Valley
United States
Biological Survey
Denver
Izaak Walton League of America
Colorado Federation of Women's Clubs
Outdoor League of Colorado
Colorado
Colorado Mountain Club
Garden Club of Denver
Colorado State Forestry Association
State Historical and Natural History Society of Colorado
Denver Society of Ornamental Horticulture
United States Forest Service
Denver Mountain Parks
National Park Service
Colorado Fish and Game Protective Association
Boy Scouts of America
Olinger Highlanders
Denver Parent- Teacher Association
de Woman's Club
Young Women's ‘Ian Association
Camp Fire Girls
Women’s Legislative Council of Federated Women’s Clubs
Adjustment of Lights On Auto
Maj R E Carlson of the US Bureau of Standards told Indiana SAE members in Indianapolis that dimming headlights at high speed causes most fatalities. Properly aimed flat beams reduce glare and improve visibility, with only 5 percent of 400 cars properly adjusted. He urged lamp adjustment committees for communities and states as an educational measure.
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Maj
R. E. Carlson
United States Bureau of Standards
Washington
Indianapolis
Indiana
Society of Automotive Engineers
Bureau of Standards
Major Carlson
American Automobile Association
Care of the Fan and Fan Hub Lubrication
The fan runs continuously while the engine operates and keeps the power plant cool. Lubricate the fan hub regularly by oiling an oil hole twice weekly or grease cup for three turns. If lubrication is hard, disassemble the fan and pack the hub bearing with light grease mixed with graphite. Graphite lasts longer and reduces need for frequent disassembly. Excess wobble in the fan pulleys causes rattling and wear.
Used Cars Drive NADA Statistics Into Dealers Failures
National Automobile Dealers Association figures show that 68 percent of auto sales involve used cars and that at least 25 percent of dealer failures last year are attributed to this market segment.
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National Automobile Dealers’ Association
Jay Walker Seen As Menace To Safety On City Streets
A figure named Jay Walker disrupts traffic by crossing diagonally at intersections and mid blocks. He often steps into the path of vehicles, keeping motorists in suspense and endangering his life while drawing attention to pedestrian risk.
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Jay Walker
Jay
Varnish Care for New Cars Warns Against Dirt Built Up
California expert J. P. Gibson explains that new car varnish is strengthened by washing with clear cold water. Drying mud strips oil and dulls the finish. gases from garages and towns also attack an unfreshened surface. Begin with the top, brush off dust, then sponge or soap with warm water. dry thoroughly before folding. For the body, rinse all parts by removing the nozzle and washing over every area, repeat after a brief wait, then scrub with a soft sponge following the hose.
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J. P. Gibson
California
Protective Ventilating Screen for Automobiles
The Scientific American describes a detachable ventilating screen invented by B. A. Daniels of Tampa Florida. It aims to protect occupants from insects missiles and flying debris while remaining unobtrusive and not hindering vehicle operation.
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The
Scientific American
B. A. Daniels
Tampa, Fla
Automobile Safety and Maintenance Tips
Advice urges drivers to test brakes to protect life and property and warns against washing cars with a hose. It promotes using a sponge and bucket to clean vehicles and cautions about hazards to children and the law.
Oska loosa buses replace street cars in town plan
Oska loosa will run motor busses instead of street cars by the local traction company. Maxwell votes June 23 on a proposed 14000 dollar Liberty Memorial building. Oil prospects near Hamburg show little hope as another drill ends without success.
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Oskaloosa
Maxwell
Hamburg
Iowa
State Hospital For the Insane
Clarinda
State Board of Control
Des Moines
Drake University Employment Bureau
Europe
Milwaukee Railroad
C. V. Holsinger
Iowa State College
Polk County
University of Iowa
United Press
Automobile License Bureau of
King Pierrie Ormsbee Piebe
Iowa Conservation Association
Louise B. Schmidt
Miller Hotel Company
Davenport
Senate
Kendall
W. A. Caldwell
Oscar L. Mead
Shell Rock
Pe-ru-na Credited With Cures From Revival Attendance
A letter from A. R. Wilson of La Follette Tennessee praises Pe-ru-na after a cold during Billy Sunday’s Knoxville revival. He reports three bottles restored his strength and calls Pe-ru-na a powerful system builder and catarrh remedy. The advertisement urges buyers to insist on the original Pe-ru-na from local dealers in tablet and liquid forms.
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A. R. Wilson
la Follette
Tenn
Billy Sunday
Knoxville, Tenn
Doctor Retires After 30 Years In Neighborhood
A Louisville Courier Journal excerpt depicts a retiree doctor who says he has practiced in the area for over thirty years and is ready to give younger doctors a chance. He notes he has sold his entire operating setup and only seeks to sell his stock of old magazines.
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Louisville Courier Journal
Broadway sighting sparks engagement talk for Gladys and Jack
Clara notes seeing Gladys and Jack together at a Broadway show in gallery seats. Ethel questions confirmation of their engagement, suggesting the ring as proof. The exchange hints at social gossip surrounding a romance.
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Ethel
Gladys
Jack
Clara
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