Broadway Mikado Revival Impresses New York Crowd
In New York April 23 the Mikado revival drew attention from notable figures. William Danforth excels as the Mikado while Lupino Lane receives mixed praise for Ko Ko. Attendees included District Attorney Buckner, Cesawing up and down Broadway observed figures like Anne Morgan and Lenore Ulric.
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New York
Broadway
Gilbert and Sullivan
William Danforth
Lupino Lane
Ko-Ko
Buckner
Vaneesi
Phyllis Cleveland
Anne Morgan
America
Marry McRae Webster
Lenore Ulric
Milwaukee
Luelille Morrison
William Stahl
Rose Stahl
Fdna St. Vincent Millay
John Ferguson
Broadway Traffic Tales From A City Stage Scene
A spirited note on theater press agents, tickets, and Broadway commerce. It notes agents selling show tickets ahead of time and on trains between Philadelphia and New York, ensuring latecomers a seat. It praises press agents and recalls Guthrie McClintic and Kilbourne Gordon in a backstage world.
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Philadelphia
New York
Broadway
Guthriel McClintic
Winthrop Ames
Mrs. Partridge
Kilbourne Gordon
Brady
Wendell Phillips Dodge
Belasco
Forgetfulness Ad Reflects Temperament and Legacy
A fragment echoes a timeless adage on memory and talkativeness. It cites Disraeli as an example who spoke often yet rose to prime minister and shaped Britain and India, while others stayed quiet yet influential through restraint.
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Disraeli
Great Britain
Victoria
India
President Cooldge handshakes and education thoughts echo
A column reflects on President Coolidge shaking hands with crowds and the strain it causes, noting public overwork and the need for protection measures. It also cites the Toronto Globe on education as a means to enrich mind and spirit, urging universal access and civic unity.
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Toronto Globe
Bread Winning and Leisure in School Education
The piece surveys the broad debate over curriculum content in schools. It notes disagreement about practicality, culture, and essentials, listing sewing, cooking, trades, music, art, nature study, the three R’s, hygiene and physical education as examples urged by advocates.
Indifference to Freedom Seen as Greater Threat
Edward T. Duffield, president of Prudential, warns a chamber of commerce that Bolshevism and socialism pale beside citizen indifference to fundamental American rights. He urges renewed study of the Declaration and especially the first ten amendments of the Constitution.
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Edward T. Duffield
Prudential Insurance Company
Chamber of Commerce
America
Washington tourist camp in East Potomac Park
The open touring season grows with wan derlust evident in out of town license plates spotted in Washington. The East Potomac Park camp offers 500 car capacity and 2,500 people, with modern conveniences, a central kitchen planned, and strict quiet hours after 11. Registration, police protection, and a fixed rate of 60 cents per day per car apply.
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East Potomac Park
Washington
Congress
C. O. Sherrill
Hans
Editorial Witty Quips Parade Across Columns
A collection of quips from Ohio papers jests about King Borta Bulgaria a mayoral candidate and the new Attorney General. The items poke at public figures with a light tone noting name changes sanity tests and political bets.
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Bulgaria
Columbius
Ohio
Dispatch
London Excited by $50 Japanese Goldfish
In Ur bana Ohio a Democrat notes that London fans fear some prized Japanese goldfish may cost around 50 dollars while Ohio bass price trends attract attention in local markets.
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London
Ohio
Urbana
Democrat
Play Broadcast Delays Applause for New York Theater
Canton Ohio News notes an upcoming full play airing in New York. Actors must endure a delay as they wait for postman applause to arrive, highlighting the oddity of delayed audience reaction before the performance reaches viewers.
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New York
Canton
Ohio
Louisiana man paints scaffold before hanging
A Louisiana man painted the scaffold on which he was to be hanged, apparently aiming for an attractive sendoff, according to Newark Ohio folding desk sketch.
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Louisiana
Newark
Ohio
Roth's Health Debate Draws Infant Care Concerns
In Marting Ferry Ohio the Times notes public discourse on infant health amid reports of illness. Citizens urge greater care and safeguarding of infant welfare as discussions reflect broader concerns and calls for action from authorities.
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Babe
Roth
Lahowl
Marting Ferry
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Times
Bryan lecture tally sparks playful claim in Newark
In Newark Ohio the American Tribune notes William J Bryan has delivered about 5900 lectures. A witty remark suggests his wife could offer pointers on his speaking style, reflecting local humor about public addresses.
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William J. Bryan
Newark
Ohio
American Tribune
Law enforcement and Prohibition in the Nation’s Capital
In Washington April 22 United States Attorney General John G Sargent defends enforcing existing laws saying making laws is legislative work and stricter regulation grows with progress He notes more arrests reflect better enforcement and cites prohibition as having produced less drunkenness though secret drinking is uncertain A scientist narrates a comic escape by a truck thief illustrating bureaucratic overreach and skepticism about enforcement
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Counstry
United States
John G. Sargent
Department of Justice
Sargent
District of Columbia
Maryland
Bureau of Standards
Asacientist
Ciry
Articss
Just Moonlight
Poem describes a moonlit night and the Moon Man as a cheerful observer. It imagines moonlight aiding evening lovers and suggests the Moon Man smiles at intimate moments as a benign guardian of night.
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Moon Man
Moonlit Bench Poem by Hal Cochran
A poem painting a night scene by a stream bench where lovers sit and dream under moonlight. The Moon Man beams cheerful rays and spreads happiness to couples, inviting thanks for the tranquil outdoor moment.
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Moon Man
Two misfortunes interfere with success
A compact adage notes that conceit blocks effort while a lack of brains undermines success even when effort is made.
Sunrise edge marks sun contact with horizon
Q and A on sunrise definition explain how sunrise is when the upper limb corrected for refraction meets the sensible horizon. Other items discuss foreign students honors, golden seal plant range, legislative bill recall, lightning rod maintenance, and a sick president limiting duties.
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New York
Ontario
Minnesota
Uth
Georgia
Kentucky
Congress
Missteps in Love Misreadings Highlighted
Readers are reminded that intimacy can be misinterpreted and mistakes occur in relationships. The piece discusses how ambiguous signals, assumption, and miscommunication can lead to unintended consequences, urging clearer communication and consent.
Secretary Melton Protects Fed Reserve Funds
The article credits Secretary Melton with safeguarding four to five hundred million dollars, praising his stewardship of public money and the federal reserve. It recalls how the Fed prevented a postwar panic and cites President Coolidge owning 50 steel shares worth about $6,000, noting impact over large speculative buys.
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Federal Reserve
Stock Exchange
Federal Reserve Bank
Steel Company
Coolidge
President’s remark links hen cackling to truth in politics
The President comments on language about poultry dealers saying a hen’s cackle matters only if the hen is saying or lying. He notes the idea also applies to politicians and editors, as a lesson for readers, including children.
France builds first great air lighthouse for night flying
The article notes French dedication to dominance of the air and the sea, highlighting a high-altitude air lighthouse near Dijon designed to aid night flights and control of the new world ocean. It emphasizes France's thorough approach to aviation and strategic aviation infrastructure.
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France
Dijon
Unclear Global Night Flight Light Foresight
A visionary note describes a gigantic light of one billion candle power spanning 800 kilometers to assist night flying from Paris to Algieres. It predicts multiple such lights could enable worldwide night travel within decades and hints that future telescopes on distant worlds may reveal humanity's glowing night skies.
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Algieres
Hich
Earth
Railroads Plan Major Union Under One Control
Four railroads the Union Pacific M E T L A N and Kansas City Southern will be consolidated into a single system pending any government objections. The move aims for economy and better public service as the companies join forces.
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Union Pacific
Kansas City Southern
Fables on Health Blisters Care and Remedies
Blisters result from shoe friction on heels and toes causing pain and possible infection. A thread method with vaseline helps drainage, followed by protective dressings. for hands and heels prick, then cover with medicinal coatings and repeat applications daily.
One Unified People’s Railroad for the United States
The speaker argues for a single national railroad system owned by the people and run in the public interest. They claim government ability and honesty are lacking, noting Canada France and Germany manage similar systems. They predict eventual adoption in the United States.
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United States
Canada
France
Germany
Hindenburg Aims to Revive German Army if Elected President
The article portrays Paul von Hindenburg as the top German war hero who vows to revive the army if elected president. His potential presidency is described as altering the European balance, with tens of thousands of troops marching in support and Hindenburg asserting Germany’s return to power.
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Old Hindenburg
Germany
Tom Sims Says No Cold Weather Shortage No Matter How Warm
Tom Sims states there will be no cold weather shortage for several weeks. He notes the bank teller is the most reliable financial writer. A reflection on love suggests longing worsens the feeling. Napoleon's love letters reveal Waterloo’s name was Josephine.
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Waterloo
Josephine
Love and longing themes in social relationships
A reflective line suggests that many people mistakenly equate loving someone with the deeper need to be desired or cherished by another person. It probes motives behind affection and the desire for reciprocal affection.
Smothered Fires and Unlikely Authors in New Books
A quirky note highlights the book Smothered Fires as one of the new releases. The joke rests on the fact the work was not authored by a janitor, adding a playful twist to the publisher’s lineup.
Big Crops from Little Gardens
A brief note praises the book Big Crops from Little Gardens as a pleasant read for gardeners tending lettuce and radishes.
Eyes of India praised as captivating beauty tribute
Review calls Eyes of India an excellent book noting its striking focus on beauty. It highlights the vivid description of eyes as a central allure and praises the author’s engaging storytelling.
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India
Roads of Doubt Not a Tourist Guide
A cautionary note frames Roads of Doubt as a travelogue with wary observations rather than a city guide. The piece emphasizes uncertain paths and ambiguous routes over glossy recommendations.
Swimmers Stay In Water Versus Bank In Spring Cleanups
The passage compares swimmers staying in the water to others on the bank and notes spring cleaning challenges that risk also cleaning the Pocketbook.
Woman Stands Beside Husband Before Window of Tackle
A photo shows a woman beside her husband while he stands before a shop window filled with fishing tackle. The scene centers on the man’s authority as the boss in the domestic setting.
Prohibition Trouble Frustrates Incarceration Capacity
Phrase suggests widespread discontent over prohibition era enforcement and jail crowding. Public sentiment hints that the strain on jails drives unrest and policy pressure. Citizens link liquor restrictions to prison capacity and social strain.
Mysterious Saying Sparks Debate on Ghosts and Death
A fragment questions whether a ghost guiding a real fife transforms into a dying human, inviting speculation on life, death, and the boundary between spirit and flesh. The line prompts readers to ponder metaphysical possibilities.
Women and Sense Across Genders in Rural Life
A reflective column observes that women are kind yet sometimes appear to lack more sense than men, suggesting shared human foibles across genders in small communities.
Women in Russian public office grow to near sixty thousand
The report notes nearly 59 000 women hold public office across Russia while about 80 have babies in office roles, indicating evolving gender representation in government.
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Russia
Salt Lake City Fire Chief Bywater Stirs Music Debate
Musicians claim the harmonica may displace the saxophone citing concealment benefits. The discussion names Salt Lake City Fire Chief Bywater as a curious, unrelated point in the broader musical debate.
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Bywater
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