Mobs in Mexico and World War Update
Reported actions include Zapata forces near 26 000 strong versus well armed Villa loyalists in Mexico City and Carranza. Commander Horboa removed after threats of foreign intervention. June 30 dispatches note Allied advances in Galicia and Polish frontier fighting with Britain and France pressing in Gallipoli.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Zapain
Gonsales
Carranza
Villa
State Department
Horboa
San Luis Potos
Hill
Uxule
Ding Lowharde
Lowkwdo
Villa Annoucinge
Lomton
Mintleh
Austrodiermang
Widows Granted Pension by Court in County Funds
The court grants pensions to four widows from the county fund. Dora Drew of Cowley receives $5 monthly, Lou M. Woodward of Greybail $16, Mary Asay of Cowley $10, and Johnny Wright of Byron $5 per month. Payments are monthly for six months, with new applications later.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dora Drew
Cowley
Lou M. Woodward
Greybail
Mary Asay
Johnnny Wright
Byron
Change School Boundary In Basin To Ease Travel For Students
J H H Neville appeared before the county commissioners and school boundary board to adjust the boundary between Byron and Cowley. Ruth Donaldson, superintendent, and J P Snell of Cowley supported the change. The modification was approved as satisfactory and will ease travel for those affected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Basin
J. HH. Neville
Boand
County Commissioners
Mra
Ruth Donaldson
Byron
Cowley
J. P. Snell
Out For An Outing Last Sunday
A brief item notes a Sunday outing with a good turnout at Basin for an outing event. It mentions elxed party elements and suggests a pleasant social gathering, though details are sparse and names or places are unclear.
Fishermen Enjoy Pleasant Rock River Outing
A group including Mr. and Mrs. T. K. Bishop Jr. Mrs. Cleghorn and son Mr. and Mrs. Sim Armstrong Mr. and Mrs. Pease and Mrs. Cra spent a day at Rock above Hyattville catching a plentiful catch. They reported a most delightful time and enjoyed the day to the utmost.
Royal Neighbors and Woodmen Host Garden Supper
The Royal Neighbors and Woodmen held a lawn supper under trees in front of W. F. Johnson's home last Monday evening. The turnout was smaller than expected, but attendees enjoyed a splendid spread and a very enjoyable affair.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. F. Johnson
Marriage of Glen Hartranft and Orpha Kelley
Last Saturday evening the marriage joined Glen Hartranft and Miss Orpha Kelley of Basin Gardens. The couple are well and favorably known and will make their home in Dusin Gardens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Glen Hartranft
Orpha Kelley
Basin Gardens
Dusin Gardens
Penrose man to open four soda fountains in Hy ultville
J BROWN of Penrose visited town en route to Hy ultville where he will open four soda fountains and a tea cream parlor. He has installed a fine fountain and is expected to do well in the thriving community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. ©. Brown
Penrose
Ultville
Public Forum Quotes on Service and Civilization
A long essay praises public service and the genius of contemporary masters like Edison and Fulton, arguing progress comes from serving humanity. It contrasts ancient Greece with modern industry and notes that great deeds require sacrifice. Police Court notes report Canton Meridith and James Admas receving fines and cautions from Judge Patten.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Agriculture and Commerce
Athens
America
Edison
Vail
McCormick
Reaper
Fulton
Christ
Hanlon
J. S. Patten
James Admas
Judge Patten
Railroads need finance freed to expand says Kruttschnitt
Executive head of Southern Pacific argues farmers should study railroad managers and their issues. He warns railroad earnings and capital access are constrained by public rate limits and legislation, urging higher allowances to attract investment and fund expansion, especially in the West.
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Dardanelles
Ian Hamilton
Aii
Farmers of America
Mr. Kruttschnitt
Southern Pacific
Court Rules Railways Must Charge Passenger Rates At Cost
The West Virginia Supreme Court ruled railways cannot cross-subsidize passenger service with freight surplus. A two cent per mile passenger rate failed to cover costs, and the state cannot force lower consumer fares by demanding other traffic subsidy. Railways must each cover their own costs for each service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Supreme Court of West Virginia
J. F Johnson
Norfolk and Western
Myr
Johnson
West Virginia
Norfolk and Western Railway Company
Supreme Court
Lees
Pen Hancie
Rook Club Hosted by Rev and Mrs Creath
Rev and Mrs A M Creath entertained the Rook club at their home last Tuesday evening. A large number attended and enjoyed a delightful evening. Refreshments were served to close a very enjoyable gathering.
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Rook Club
A. M. Creath
Smiles and their social power in everyday life
A vivid, ironic exploration of smiles as social signals, noting how they conceal motives, provoke reactions, and influence behavior. It contrasts grim, knowing smiles with reassuring, compassionate ones and ends by observing that constant smiling reveals more about the wearer than the moment.
From the Pencil's Point on husbands and women
A quip notes that without women in the world there would be no bad husbands nor good ones. a wry reflection on gender roles and marriage.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Greybull Chautauqua
Hagenow
Mexico
Hartranft-Kelley
Julius Kruttschnitt
L. E. Johnson
Aeronautics
Maynich
China
Belgium
Berlin
United States
Walch
Houston Post
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