End of Frontier Army Forts Signals a New Global War Readiness
An editorial notes the abandonment of 53 western army posts marking the end of the old frontier era. It contrasts dispersed 19th century units with modern skeletonized commands prepared for large scale warfare, reflecting a nationwide shift in defense posture and doctrine.
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America
Fort Laramie
Fort Bridger
Fort Learned
Fort Phil Kearney
War Department
Coney Island Rainy Night Visit Explores Empty Amusements
Gilbert Swan writes from Coney Island on a rainy night as 2,000,000 visitors arrived the day before. A few performers labor for a lone audience, from trapeze acts to Samoan dancers, while locals ponder fame and the idea of an unseen crowd. An ex–San Francisco postal worker among the troupe discusses storytelling and life in America.
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Coney Island
Coney
Gayly
Tuna Park
Masciana
Rajah
Trunks
Tropica
Poste Office
San Francisco
Hecate
Pago Pago
Ives
Fim
America
Athens notes on health festivals and aging trees
A 1910 era roundup reports physicians noting no major disease outbreaks in Athens, mentions two circuses visiting in July, the Old Beech tree on Ohio University campus declared near death at about a century old, and class of 1910 tree surgery efforts. It Also covers the Athens Retail Merchants Association Fall Festival plan, market day crowds, plus local civic notes and early 20th century enrollments and appointments.
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O. U
Athens
Lighter Ship Coats Cut Weight by Color Change
The Air way Corporation lines report lighter ships by using alrimers blick and gold instead of red and rald. The weight decrease is linked to the paint color and its effect on ship fury points.
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New York
Philadelphia
Washington Airway Corporation
Ladington Line
Princess lays hundreds of eggs at new Toranik center
The cartoon notes Princess lays 364 eggs in 364 days at a new laying center in Toranik New Zealand Te Kawi Pripesess reportedly produced 264 eggs in a batch of three soft shelled eggs. The hen is now owned by Ocberne Farmine Hectind Michigan. A wealthy street with a cheap name is mentioned.
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Toranik
New Zea Ti
Te Kawi
Ocberne Farmine
Hectind
Michigan
Question and Answer Quiz from The Athens Market Bureau
A reader's quiz style column covers general knowledge questions and answers. Topics include Shakespeare Goldsmith Voltaire Whitman indium Buffalo Bill Cody and the National Fruit and Vegetable Exchange detailing its cooperative marketing aims and member support.
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Freverio 3
Haskin
Washington
Athens
Frederic JL. Haském
Washington DC
Liberty Jane
C. B
Goldsmith
Squire Hardcastle
Jiarlew
Liberty Hall
Voltaire
Walt Whitman
Brooklyn
Authora Club
Fulton and Cranberry Streets
Ireland
India
William F. Cody
Union Pacific
National Fruit and Vegetable Exchange, Inc
Hs Chief
Akron and Kansas City Rise and Fall as Trade Hubs
The article contrasts Akron Ohio with Kansas City Missouri as industrial and retail centers, noting Akron’s rubber industry and low sales versus Kansas City’s higher net sales and broader trade. It compares Minneapolis New Orleans and Dallas Birmingham by population and trade, showing shifts from river transport to rail and regional commerce and the varied roles cities play in national markets.
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Taskin Wasluington
Artemis
Oa Burvey
Federal
Dev
Akron
Kansas
Kansas City
Alwar
Memphis
Akren
Oanland
Cai
St Pein
Oakland
Missouri
Teresamia
Great Plains
Minneapolis
Minnesota
Orleans
Miralles
New Ori
New Orleana
Mississippi River
Lincoln
Mark Twain
Robert £. Lee
New Orleans
Dallas
Birmingham
Old Man River
Texas
Alabama
Sant Eliors
Dlors
Tras
Amounl- Mt
Louisville
Gorda
Henry
A Sigh Of Relief On Returning From Space Travel
James J Montague presents a poem about longing to roam space and fear of not returning. Sir James Jeans is cited, and the speaker finds reassurance that crossing the stratosphere allows a safe return. The piece contrasts distant vistas with homebound affection and ends with renewed confidence in coming back.
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James J. Montague
Sir James Jeans
What To Do About Poison Ivy or Sumac
Advice on recognizing and avoiding poison ivy and sumac with emphasis on prevention. Promotes a Washington service agency booklet covering identification dangers and removal methods with illustrations, and offers a coupon to order.
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Washington Service Agency
Poison Ivy booklet request from Washington office
The Athens Messenger Intermition Bureau in Washington requests four cents in stamps for a copy of the booklet on Poison Ivy. The offer includes a street fully state note.
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Athens Messenger Intermition Bureau
Frederic J. Haskin
Washington, D. C
Air Travel Notes and Global Market Watch
Reported stock gains on the day boosted markets while a notable transatlantic flight from Berlin to Moscow showcased rapid progress. A French response to Iran’s stance appears in brief mentions, with sentiment cautious about gambling risks and future world progress.
Prediction of daily transatlantic airflight by 1800
A speculative note envisions airplains crossing the Atlantic daily by 1800, suggesting a future where long distance air travel becomes common. The fragment mentions aging observers and a casual prediction written on a cut of paper.
FTC clamps down on false endorsements and misbranding
Washington June 27. The Federal Trade Commission acts to protect consumers from unfair competition by stopping false claims and misbranding in advertising. It has pursued cases against testimonial subsidies and unauthorized endorsements and against claims of manufacturing status and other deceptive practices.
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Rodney Duicher
Washington
Federal Trade Commission
Commission
The
the Commission
Mure
Dealtry
Mermussing
Conme
Commission Savert
Home remedies and diet tips for ill children during illness
Practical guidance for caring for sick children including how to prepare albumen water from egg white pressed through linen, mixing with orange juice and water. Diet advice covers stewed fruits, gentle nourishment, and non sugar prunes, with cautions about age health climate and doctor orders.
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Ohio Universe Summer School
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