Naval race in the Pacific shapes future U S program
The piece warns that Japan’s growing navy and expansion in China threaten Pacific balance. It notes Japan aims 73 cruisers vs the U S 47, with fortified routes through the Philippines and Hawaii, and outlines projected U S naval builds through 1921 including 41 dreadnoughts, 21 second-class battleships, six battle cruisers, and 400 destroyers and 131 submarines.
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Ashington
Sam
Pacific
Japan
Orient
China
United States
Philippines
Hawaiian Islands
League of Nations
Wilson
Rodman
Navy quarrel over word gob sparks mock episode
In a Washington dispute Secretary Daniels rebukes the word gob as unworthy for the fleet. At the Great Lakes naval training station the navy mocks the move with a playful chorus asserting loyalty to sea terms and hats off to Josephus.
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Wshington
Josephus
San Francisco
Daniels
Great Lakes
Chicago
Navy
Understanding Scenery Through Knowledge of National Parks
The text argues for an education campaign to deepen appreciation of U S national park scenery. It claims parks like the Grand Canyon Crater Lake Yosemite Rocky Mountain and Glacier are both natural wonders and records of Earth's history and that true enjoyment grows with understanding. It emphasizes that enjoyment correlates with personal experience and capacity.
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America
Nature
Grand Canyon
Crater Lake
Yosemite Valley
Rockies
Rocky Mountain
Texans Remind Congress Of Texas Fight Spirit In Mexico
Speaker cites remembered battles and heroes to argue that Americans can and will fight if war comes. He recalls Taylor at Buena Vista, Scott at Chapultepec, Houston at San Jacinto, and the Alamo era to warn against intervention aimed at war. He asserts frontier resolve and patriot memory shaping current debate.
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Congress
Hudspeth
Texas
Emerson
Zachary Taylor
Mexico
Santa Anna
Buena Vista
Winfield Scott
Chapultepec
Scott
Sam Houston
San Jacinto
Houston
Alamo
Goliad
Crockett
Fannin
Bowle
Travis
Paris Fashion Scene Sees Debut of Short Skirts and Minimal Sleeves
The article reviews a major shift in Paris fashion as designers push toward very short skirts and nearly sleeve free tops. It notes American buyers and European guests converging to watch trends, with black and white stripes and new wool fabrics dominating runs. Evening gowns emphasize fabric and drape, while hats trend toward untrimmed shapes with simple bands.
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Call
Paris
United States
South America
Iongland
France
Deauville
Americo
Speaks for Itself Aviator Exchange Revealing Quip
A terse exchange shows a veteran pilot asking if someone is an experienced aviator and the retort implies months of service. The remark hints at confidence and a rough, lived-in readiness among the crew. The fragment reflects wartime or training era dialogue.
California fig syrup laxative ad from old newspaper
A vintage advertisement touts California Fig Syrup as a safe laxative for children. It claims gentle stomach and bowel relief with a fruity taste and directions on each bottle. The copy urges mothers to say California and promises harm free relief.
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California
Green's August Flower props as world remedy
An advertisement extols Green's August Flower as a long trusted household remedy for constipation digestion and nervous dyspepsia claiming relief after a few doses. It praises its gentle laxative effects and wide acceptance across civilized nations. Another ad promotes Cuticura products for baby skin care noting Cuticura Soap Ointment and the scented dusting powder as essential.
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Trio Ady
Kansas Land Sale Advertises Large Ranch and Farms
A Kansas land sale advertises 6 000 acre ranch with river bottom 5600 acres 10 miles of Rock Island and Santa Fe main lines 100 cultivated acres and 920 acre pasture. Prices range from 15 to 76 per acre with cash discounts and immediate possession offered. Seller EDGAR B. CORSE Greensburg Kansas notes no trades.
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Rock Island
Santa Fe
Arkansas
Edgar B. Corse
Greensburg
Keneas
Bitro-Phosphate Showcased as Nerve Restorative Remedy
A French scientist reports an organic phosphate called Bitro-Phosphate that claims to strengthen nerves, aid sleeplessness, and improve energy. Dr Frederick Kolle endorses its use, noting widespread pharmacist familiarity and urging doctors to prescribe it, though genuineness matters.
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Siciana
Ita
Frederick Kolle
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