Government shifts reflect wartime and postwar growth
The piece notes rapid changes in U S government since World War I with new agencies like the Federal Trade Commission and the Federal Reserve Board. It discusses war agencies that rose and faded and argues government keeps pace with times even as old leaders would struggle to recognize current activities. It also includes readers’ Q A on U S currency in Hawaii and car starter issues with battery terminals.
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Bureau of Standards
Department of Commerce
Federal Trade Commission
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United States Shipping Board
The
Tariff Commission
Federal
Abraham Lincoln
Theodore Roosevelt
Department of the Interior
Bureau of Mines
National Park Service
Gederal Power Commission
Department
Oil Lands Leasing Act
Department of Agriculture
Packers and Stockyards Administration
Office of Farm Management and Farm Economics
Bureau of Markets
Thought on Determination and Health in Public Life
A meditation contrasts choosing between true faith and false doubts while noting health and diet influence national well being. It observes U S citizens face risks from overeating and unhealthy choices, implying policy and law impact public health.
Public letter on newspapers and the craving for human news
The piece argues that readers rejected colorless neutral papers and sought character and vigor. It notes a strike led to a single paper lacking editors and emotion, which readers found dull and unengaging despite its supposed public-spirited nature.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan
New York City
Legion
Wuts
Good Food in U S A Emphasizes Strong Food Protections
From the Bureau of Chemistry of the U S Department of Agriculture comes assurances that today’s food is freer from harmful additives. The act since 1906 bans adulterated and deleterious goods and enforces storage rules, inspection, and health publicity to guard the food supply. Imported foods must meet domestic standards and the U S cites broader, more comprehensive protections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bureau of Chemistry
United States Department of Agriculture
United States
Dinner Bell Experiments Show Rat Learns From Ancestors
Dr Savlov presents a rat study where a bell signals food after initial fear. The fifth generation showed a watered mouth at the bell, suggesting hereditary instincts. Scientists at an international conference debate instinct versus intelligence and note parallels to human progress.
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Dr. Savlov
Doe
Lox
Ten Savior
Saviov
Publicity War for the New York Stock Exchange
The exchange president pledges a nationwide publicity campaign to reveal all information about rivals and their methods to enlighten the public. The piece argues honest disclosure aids good causes, while concealment harms, noting the need for candor about representatives and records. It ends with a comparison to escaped slaves traveling north by the underground railroad, now traveling by automobile.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Stock Exchange
New York Exchange
Government Changes of A Decade
A decade of reforms shows the presidency expanding contact with the press and reshaping federal agencies. The Treasury, Internal Revenue Service, and new financial bodies plus the growth of the Army Navy Air Service and independent bureaus redefine governance and policy.
Old Grimes and the Crossing Wreck Fable in McGuffey Style
A humorous verse selection recounts Old Grimes dying after a train crossing mishap and a posthumous insurance payment. It blends local names and a light moral about danger and memory, set within a collection of teaching rhymes and community notes.
Rats Ranked Worst Animal Pest Endangering Humans
A public notice highlights rats and mice causing over 250 million dollars yearly in U S crop and property damage. It promotes a free Department of Agriculture booklet on fighting rats and offers to mail a copy upon receipt of a coupon and two cents for return postage. The notice is by Frederic J Fastin director of the Athens Information Bureau in Washington DC.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Department of Agriculture
Washington Information Bureau
Athens Messenger Information Bureau
Frederic J. Haskin
Washington, D. C
Ftn- Quirer
Local Plains track hopes boosted by potential runners
Reports suggest Mayine basketball at The Plains last April may yield real athletes, especially long distance runners, as the town boasts one of the finest dirt tracks.
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Mayine
Want Ads Open With Reminder For Readers
An editorial note encourages teachers and readers to reflect on the role of Want Ads in teaching literacy. The message streams into a brief section inviting readers to explore the current Want Ads for items and opportunities.
Bows Bows Arrows Wood Types and Voting System Queries
A set of Q and A items cover bow making with hickory yew and arrow wood ash oak. It explains proportional voting in the Irish Free State and practical cleaning of a mesh bag using ammonia chalk. It also notes hearing distance for thunder and war era shell effects.
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Forest Service
Irish Free State
D. Med. A
Association For the Recognition of the Irish Republic
Ireland
Rail brakeman dies after coal car accident in town
O I W Anderson 23 a Baltimore and Ohio brakeman from Urichsville was killed after a coal car dropped its bottom sending him onto the tracks. He suffered the loss of his left arm and leg as the train passed.
Chinese influence noted in red coats for between-season wear
A description highlights red coats with a Chinese influence on straight lines and untrimmed styling intended for between-season wear. The piece emphasizes a stylistic trend combining cultural motifs with practical outerwear, suggesting a fashion direction for transitional weather.
Dressing Tips for French and Worcestershire Flavor
The note suggests adding a little prepared mustard to French dressing for a distinct flavor and also recommends a try of Worcestershire sauce to enhance the taste.
Sky writing first suggested by Jack Savage of London
The Q and A notes sky writing began in England in 1911 after Jack Savage observed his engine oiling during a flight and conceived writing letters in the sky. It asks about the largest U S poultry farm and notes Petaluma Corliss with 39060 fowls and Leavelton Lakewood NJ with 20904 capacity.
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W.O. A
England
Jack Savage
London
United States
Corliss
Petaluma
California
Leavelton
Lakewood New Jeresey
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Hawaiian Islands
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Harding
Int Coolidge
Department of State
Army
Navy
Marine Corps
the Treasury
Treasury
Tax Bureau
Ro War Finance Corporation
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Federal Reserve Banks
Department of Commerce and Labor
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Department of Labor
Children's Bureau
Women's Bureau
Pu‘au
Athens
McGuffey
Ford Hack
Logan
Old Grimes
Grimes
Koons
Chauncey
Mechanicsburg
Frederic J. Fastin
Athens M. Songer Information Pureau
Washington, DC
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Bill Jones
Corgy
Wayne
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Kerr Hardware Co
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