Ohio State and Ohio University Forge Cooperative Ties
An honorary Doctor of Laws is awarded to George W. Rightmire, head of Ohio State University, at an Ohio alumni luncheon. The piece highlights improved relations between Ohio State and Ohio University, noting past rivalry and current cooperative goals under their leaders, Bryan and Rightmire.
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Ohio University
George W. Rightmire
Aan
Ohio State University
Ohio
Ohio State
Bryan
Rightmire
Ohio Univerisity i
Citizenship Exam Shortfall Highlights Immigrant Efforts
In Common Pleas Court three of twelve foreign applicants passed the U S citizenship exam while others, failed after multiple appearances before Judge L G Worstell. The article urges social organizations to aid the hopefuls with language and government knowledge, arguing for constructive Americanization work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Common Pleas
L. G. Worstell
United States
Commonwealth
Chicago to New York trek by underfed gymnast
George Hasler Johnston, a 29 year old gymnastic director from Chicago, begins a foodless walk toward New York. He plans to reach 1000 miles by June 30 and then resume eating at that milestone. The plan highlights extremes in dieting and exercise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Hasler Johnston
Chicago
New York
Johnston
The Coward's Way A Harley of Shame and Suicide
Gerald Schrage, 23, a cabaret singer and Western University graduate, took gas in Newark after fearing his mother’s upcoming Aberdeen visit. The piece questions why he did not pursue another path and reflects on parental judgment and artistic failure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gerald Schrage
Newark
Western University
Schrage
Constanty
Aberdeen
Wash
Sleepy town muses on humor and leadership
A fragment reflects on personal discipline and public office. It contrasts to toe the mark with others who take the easy path and notes exhaustion dulls significance. The speaker claims to be smarter than voters and mocks those without humor.
Death of John Spreckles Affects California and Public Life
Arthur Brisbane notes the loss of John Spreckles a pioneer in shipping manufacturing newspapers banking and real estate praising his industry and civic effort. The column contemplates farmer discontent with supply and demand rhetoric and political shifts including Brookhart’s Iowa victory and railroad rate questions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Spreckles
California
Why farmers tire tied to Wall Street earnings
Wall Street reports show class railroads gaining 14.7 percent in earnings while farm corn sits near fifty five cents a bushel at the farm. The contrast highlights the financial pressures in agriculture and transportation sectors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wall Street News
Mellon Can Finance Himself Despite Borrowing Debate
Bankers debated Secretary Mellon's need to borrow for spring payments. Optimists predicted 200 million, conservatives 300 million. Mellon borrows no money, enabling Uncle Sam to fund himself. The public pays him 12 500 dollars annually, and he will retire eight hundred million more of debt this year.
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Secretary Mellon
Mr. Mellon
Uncle Sam
Reformatory Runaways Returned Guarded by Police Dogs
Mrs Emma Wilson aged forty and Mrs Helen Keahey aged eighteen fled a Vermont reformatory but returned. Superintendent Lena C Rossi vows solitary confinement in shackles plus two police dogs to guard them. The plan prompts debate on cruel and unusual punishment given historic use of bloodhounds.
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Emma Wilson
Helen Keahey
Vermont Reformatory
Lena C. Rossi
Reformatory
Jury Reviews Indecent Plays in New York
A jury closes one indecent play and suggests reforms for another while endorsing a third with a good character certificate. The first two shows remain unnamed. the piece condemns A Shanghai Gesture as inviting Americans to view a Chinese house of ill fame and calls for public taste reform.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Philadelphia Youth Ends Life After Toast To Death
Joseph Smnckowitch, eighteen, invited friends in Philadelphia to witness his final drink. He poured bootlegged liquor for all, toasted death as his first friend, drew a pistol, and killed himself despite later claiming he had sworn off.
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Joseph Smnckowitch
Philadelphia
French heir Duval ends life after grand dinner party
A wealthy young Frenchman who inherited millions and the Duval Paris restaurant empire killed himself following an elaborate dinner for friends. He had never considered suicide if he had been busy making soup from scraps for workers as his ancestor the old butcher Duval did.
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Duval
Paris
It Usually Takes All The Time To Be A Big Success
A brief reflection notes that achieving major success demands full effort and sustained time, implying perseverance and long hours as the key factors in reaching prominence. It emphasizes the necessity of yielding to extended workloads to secure notable outcomes.
Silent season chorus and culinary cravings
The piece plays on quiet children’s cries for vacation time and longing for strawberry shortcake as a symbol of seasonal sweetness. It reflects on luck in desperation, money as a worry, and the temptation to act before it’s too late.
Mussolini Remains Italy's Strong Man Amid Debate
A brief note highlights Mussolini's continued grip on power in Italy while audiences debate cinema safety and the possibility of encore performances.
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Mussolini
Italy
Seeded Leg Illustrates Expected Growth Pattern
A gardener notes that even without germination, visible seed structures reveal the proper form of the plant. The leg's appearance serves as a guide to how the crop should look when mature.
Holland Tunnel Nears Opening as Major Transport Link
The Holland vehicular tunnel under the Hudson River from Manhattan to Jersey City nears completion. It will carry about 3800 vehicles per hour, reduce reliance on ferries, and feature extensive ventilation, lighting, and fire safety systems.
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Washington, PD. C
Hudson River
New York
Jersey City
Hudson
Lower Manhattan
Indian term for summer home in Omaha language
The Bureau of American Ethnology states the Omaha equivalent for summer home is Nu-ge-u-ki. The rest discusses tunnel ventilation and deadly carbon monoxide risk from high traffic.
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Bureau of American Ethnology
Woolworth Building Painters Dare High Altitude Feats
In New York June 11 Woolworth Building steeplejacks cling to gargoyles 790 feet above street level as George Cockley leads a trio painting the famed tower. He jokes of danger and marriage while recalling twenty five years in the perilous job amid crowds of visitors and a legendary site linked to Philip Hone and Irving.
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New York
Woolworth
America
Philip Hone
Hone
Pepys
Irving
Poe
Washington Irving
Questions and facts on trade, science and Wales history
The text surveys consumer spending by women across shop categories with percentages, notes the Franklin Institute’s 1824 Philadelphia founding and activities, cites Ericsson and Labrador lore, and recounts Welsh Celtic origins and migrations. It presents a collage of trivia and historical notes.
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Franklin Institute
Franklin Institute of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
South 7Th Street
John Ericsson
J. A. Lei
Ericson
Leif the Red
Washington letter notes Blaine paralysis and era events
June 12 dispatch reports James G Blaine stricken with paralysis while public sympathy grows for him after sharp political battles. Other items include Grant Jr planning marriage, Buffalo Bill heading West, Centennial attendance surpassing one million, and Athens centennial planning details with local figures named. Also notes on local lightning strike, golf instructor hire, and Pi Beta Phi activities.
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Washington
James G. Blaine
Llysses
Grant, Jr
Boston
Buffalo Bill Cody
Far West
Philadelphia
Columbus
Rtutherford
Hayes
Ohio
Armitage and Davis Grocery
Athens
O. J. Nave
M. M. A. Karmnedy
Charles L. Kurtz
Jesse Davis
Db. A. Grosvenor
Joseph Higgons
John Ackley
Charles Browns
Professor Place Joins Cornell From Ohio University
Prof B A Place of Ohio University in the department of science has been elected to a similar position at Cornell University.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. A. Place
Ohio University
Department of
Science
Cornell University
Hughes Named on Third Ballot Roosevelts Choice of Moosers
Chauncey board of education elected teachers by grade: Gladys Bradfield, Sue Merry, Lenna Biggins, Elizabeth Hixon, Lillian Hall, Naomi England. Glouster reports heavy rain linked to firings in World War I. Athens chautauqua dates set July 8 to 15. OU student Roland Fuller named captain after varsity dinner. Athens booster fund started by chamber. first day netted 14 412.50.
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Chauncey Board of Education
Gladys Bradfield
Sue Merry
Lenna Biggins
Elizabeth Hixon
Fifth Ag
Lillian Hall
Naomi England
Glouster
Athens
Roland A. Fuller
Columbus
O.U
Chamber of Commerce
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Athens Messenger
American Newspaper Publishers Association
Audit Bureau of Circulations
Associated Dailies
United Press Service
Boger E. Ward, Inc
Fifth Ave
South Wabash Avenue
Horace
John D. Spreckles
Mellon
Arthur Brisbane
Bugs’ Baer
Iowa
Brookhart
Interstate Commerce Commission
Lotia
Sue Sure Saakes
Polly TleKs
Congress
IONAL
Frederic J. Haskins
Canal Street
Jersey
George Cockley
Cockley
Geers
Stockholm
Florida
GO. B
Labrador
Wales
Cymru
the Messenger
Kinkead
E. B. Matten
Dayton
Frank P. Bachman
Charles W. Super
Pi Beta Phi Sorority
H. R. Wilson
May Rhea
Henry M. Crippen
Frank S. Roach
Hughes
Roosevelt
Moosers
Austria
Ntie
Ecause
Isabella
Spain
Genoa
Clara Barton
American Red Cross
Lydia E. Pinkham
Lynn
Massachusetts
Julia Sermini
North Front St
Salem
Oregon
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