Pilgrims and Forefathers Day Reflections Across 1620 to 1920
A long reflection on Plymouth Rock Forefathers Day ceremonies from Plymouth and Boston. It traces Massasoit, Massachusets leaders, and the Webster prophecy fulfilled at the tercentenary, contrasting Pilgrims with Puritans and noting evolving observances from 1769 dinners to nationwide commemorations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rock
Plymouth
Sons of the Pilgrims
Pacific
Senator Lodge
Calvin Coolidge
Massachusetts
Carver
Governor Stephens
California
Sacramento
Webster
Cal
Plymouth Rock
Niew Amsterdam
Society of the
Colonial Dames of America
Massasoit
Order of Red Men
Pilgrims
Wampanoags
Cape Cod
Narragansett Bay
Edward Winslow
New England
Philip
Henry Cabot Lodge
Alexander Scammell
Boston
Thomas Paine
Atlantic
Daniel Webster
Coolidge
Massachusetts Bay Colony
Salem
Watertown
William Bradford
England
Use Hot Air as Polisher in Rapid Metal Finishing
The article explains using heated air in a centrifugal basket to polish metals. Air speeds abrasion and dries wet metal during polishing, restoring nickel plating in minutes. It notes packing to ensure air contact from all sides and mentions rapid brightening of tar nished items. A dialog snippet about a worker planning marriage appears at the end.
Forgiving. Worker Seeks Leave for Wife’s Funeral Again
After asking for a day off to attend his wife’s funeral, the Italian steel worker again approached the foreman seeking compassionate consideration. The incident reflects tensions over leave and personal hardship in the factory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tony
Meester
Scott
It’s Time For A Newborn Life In The Family
Dialogue snippet shows Brown reacting to a newborn believed dead but clarified as recently born last Tuesday. The exchange centers on concern for the baby’s brief life and the humor of misread circumstances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robinson
Walson
Brown
Coolidge backs federal department of public welfare
President Coolidge favors creating a federal department of public welfare with a cabinet member as head. The idea, urged by the National Education Association and supported by the General Federation of Women’s Clubs, would absorb welfare related activities from existing departments and may include education. He plans to discuss the proposal with Congress in the coming session.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Department of Public Welfare
Coolidge
War and Navy
Department of Defense
Defense
Ile
Army
Navy
Twentyfirst
New York
Secretary of War
Committee On Appropriations
War Department
Memorial to Harding urged for East Potomac park
Acting Mayor Murray Hulbert of New York proposes completing East Potomac park’s recreation field as a Harding memorial. The White House cites the idea as fitting and beneficial for amateur athletics and Olympic preparation, with Col. C O Sherrill and the Public Buildings and Grounds service supporting early completion.
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Coolidge
Murray Hulbert
New York
Harding
East Potomac Park
Washington
United States
Paris
Col. C. O. Sherrill
Relief for Farmers Discussed as War Finance Plan Grows
President Coolidge weighs a surplus wheat export scheme with the War Finance Corporation to back grain sales to Europe. Eugene Meyer Jr. leads a Northwest tour promoting cooperative marketing and freight reductions while H. March argues Congress may be needed and warns 900,000 to 1.5 million farmers could quit farming without relief.
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Congress
Coolidge
War Finance Corporation
Europe
Special Commission
Eugene Meyer, Jr
The
Finance Corporation
Northwest
Wallace
H. March
Titchfield
Minn
March
White House
Hoover
United States
Mr. March
Mareh
World warns on extinction risk of whales and seals
FE W Nelson of the US Biological Survey urges an international conservation pact as shore whaling and modern methods threaten whale populations. He notes Britain already funds research on life histories of whales and calls for similar US action, citing the Fur Seal Treaty as proof of cooperative success. He warns wholesale, year round slaughter could wipe out sea mammals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
FE. W. Nelson
United States
Bureau of
Nelson
Great Britain
Mr. Nelson
Japan
Russia
England
Fur Sea
Alaska
Mind on Baseball and Music Teacher Exchange
A Boston Evening Transcript snippet shows a scene with a music teacher urging Johnny to rest during practice while he focuses on getting through the session. The dialogue contrasts a coachlike insistence on progress with a student asking for rest.
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Johnny
Boston Evening Transcript
California Fig Syrup Advertises Baby Remedy
A vintage advertisement touts California Fig Syrup as a gentle laxative for sick babies and children. It emphasizes that the product is non narcotic, sweetens the stomach, and stimulates liver and bowels without griping while urging buyers to ask for genuine California Fig Syrup with directions.
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California
Colle
Man’s faith in voting for punishment outweighs voting for change
A man reflects that people often place greater belief in casting a vote to punish someone than in voting for a desired outcome. The remark notes a bias toward punitive action over constructive change in the ballot.
Cole's Carbolic Salve Ad From Rockford Ill
Advertisement promoting Cole's Carbolic Salve by J. W. Cole Co. Rockford Illinois. Claims quick pain relief from burns or cuts and scarless healing, available at leading druggists Mc and ee.
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Cole
J. W. Cole Co
Rockford
Convenient Relatives Marriage Plan Mentioned
Dialog shows two people discussing an arranged marriage with familial ties. A minister father and a lawyer father are referenced, signaling potential family involvement in the match.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mass
Tech Woo Doo
Dandelion Butter Color Sold Nationwide for Decades
An ad notes a harmless vegetable butter color named Dandelion in use for 50 years. Drug stores and general stores offer bottles labeled Dandelion for 35 cents.
Songful Mother Walks To The Movie Show
A mother recalls bygone days as she nostalgically uses a phonograph to play music and then heads out to watch a movie show. Strong imagery of memory and aging, with references to music and cinema.
Brandreth Pills Promise Health at Bedtime
Advertisement notes thousands stay in good health by taking one or two Brandreth Pills at night. The pills cleanse the system and purify the blood, according to the Ady endorsement.
Proposal Sparks Rivalry Over Wins This Month
She boasts of an engagement proposal as a jab at Delia who has claimed three wins this month. The remark hints at ongoing competition and a lighthearted rivalry.
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Delia
Allcock's Plaster Ad Endorsed for Pain Relief
An historic advertisement notes pain should be treated by direct outside application and promotes Allcock's Plaster as the original genuine remedy. Ad copy emphasizes external use and authenticity.
Strange Magistrate Question on Prisoners Brothers Identity
The magistrate asks if the two prisoners are brothers and the answer confirms they are both brothers. The brief exchange notes recognition of the siblings in custody.
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J. J. Cheney & CO
Toledo
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W.N. Y
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