Mexico Compared to Major Powers in Size and Wealth
A Washington dispatch notes the Geographic Society's comparison showing Mexico’s area at 767,000 square miles, less than a combined US five largest states, and outlining border geography from Baja California to the Rio Grande. It highlights contrasts of wealth and poverty across Mexican cities, towns, and rural regions, plus border dynamics and population patterns along the 1800 mile boundary.
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Mexico
North America
National Geographic Society
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Great Britain
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Sonora
Nebraska
Coahuila
Georgia
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Kentucky
Alaska
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Gulf of California
Pacific Ocean
Baja California
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Tepic
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Quintana Roo
Pucatan
St. Louis
New York
Rio Grande River
Rio Grande
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New Mexico
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California
Danderine Promises Hair Revival Amid Dandruff Fight
A vintage advertisement urges readers to buy Knowlton's Dandelins for 25 cents to combat dandruff and stop hair loss. It claims the tonic improves scalp health within weeks, restoring lustre and encouraging new hair growth.
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Knowlton
Radium Fertilizer Sparks Rapid Growth in Crops
A tiny amount of radium, one seven hundredth of a grain per ton of soil, markedly speeds growth. Trials show darkened leaves and radishes and carrots reaching six times their normal weight.
Four-Ninety Chevrolet Model Specifications and Equipment
The document details a Four-Ninety Chevrolet with a four cylinder valve in head motor and cast en bloc cylinders. It describes ignition, clutch, transmission, cooling, rear and front axles, wheels, brakes, drive, steering, springs, body, and equipment options including an electric starting and lighting charge of $60.00. It specifies Siam elements and finishes such as sine lacquer color and Mohair top.
Specifications Chevrolet Model H Series Engine Details
Technical specs describe a four cylinder four cycle engine with 3 11 16 inch bore and 4 inch stroke, valve gear and cast cylinders, steel connecting rods, and a three speed sliding gear transmission. The car features a thermo siphon cooling system, Auto Life ignition, Zenith carburetion, electric starting, worm steering, and a 106 inch wheelbase with 56 inch tread. It notes Goodyear 32 inch tires, artillery wood wheels, and front semi elliptic rear 3 4 elliptic springs.
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Connecticut
Ings
RPAR
Hyatt
Goodyear
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Illumi
The Biggest Triumph of the Automobile Industry
The Chevrolet is not a mushroom growth but the result of a planned policy based on sound manufacturing and wide automotive experience. The parent company was organized years ago by foresighted men who saw a bright future for affordable cars with distinctive look and sturdy, economical construction. It has proven an instant success.
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