God Not a Partner in Stock Promoters Scheme
The piece ridicules California promoters who invoke divine protection to sell stock in the Carson Valley Mining Company. It warns that God's partnership is no guarantee of profits and cautions investors to seek actual gold potential rather than providential assurances. The author likens such claims to imperial war propaganda and emphasizes hard work over divine intervention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William
Germany
California
San Jose
Carson Valley Mining Company
Carton Valley Mining Company
God
Campaign Succeeds In Boosting Road Safety Perceptions
Vacationists returning by car across the country noted generally improved highway care and fewer road hogs. They credited campaigns of education by newspapers and automobile clubs for a safer motoring environment and praised the broader adoption of cautious driving practices.
What We Were Doing Twenty Years Ago Today
F H Easley named agent for Fidelity and Casualty Co of New York. Ernest Meyere left for Welch to work with McDowell Printing. Mr and Mrs O Stahlman arrived in Bluefield after their Parkersburg wedding. Ten years ago Constable Wallace Lawson and Toney were killed by Noah White in an affray on -Creek Mingo county. Bluefield delegates traveled to Huntington for the state convention. Dr N B Moore, brother of Rev S W Moore of Bluefield, died at his Mooresville home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. H. Easley
Fidelity and Casualty Company of
New York
Ernest Meyere
Welch
McDowell Printing Company
O. Stahlman
Parkersburg
Bluefield
Wallace Lawson
Toney
Noah White
Creek
Mingo County
Bluefeld
Changing Driving Habits and Highway Safety
The article notes that while high fast driving remains common, drivers are now more cautious on highways. Speeding breaches state law but most motorists justify speed when conditions warrant. Fewer road races occur and drivers yield more of the road, reducing accidents.
Your Life Shall Be Like a Song at Sunrise Poem
A reflective verse urges resilience and virtue from a child. The speaker promises protection and guidance while praising honesty courage and faith. The poem closes with reassurance facing life’s end and the hope of steadfast character.
Minas America winner sparks debate on beauty and campaign
A California girl won Minas America title amid cautions that the Miss America crown does not define beauty. The piece notes extensive search for true beauty and critiques of political efforts, while mentioning New Jersey Senator Edwards and a jailed driver in a drunk case. It also muses on aviation speed versus public tolerance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
Minas America
Atlantic City
Edwards
New Jersey
Atlantic Ocean
Highlands
Editorials Warn Against Florida Land Scams and Sharpers
The Washington Post condemns sharpers selling dubious Florida real estate to unwary buyers. It calls for blue sky laws and stronger penalties, urging authorities to aid legitimate Florida land concerns and curb tricksters. The Kansas City Star critiques mob rule and praises stable democracy, contrasting it with Mexico’s drift toward autocracy as a cautionary note.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Florida
District of Columbia
Washington Post
Fears of Gun Control in Mexico Spark Liberal Alarm
The piece condemns a Mexican bill to bar deputies and senators from using firearms in debate, arguing it aims to curb free speech and parliamentary tradition. It contrasts Mexico's liberal rights with Britain and the United States, urging resistance to perceived Tory encroachments on democracy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mexco
Congress
Werceslao Macib
Martin Perez
Mexico
Britain
House of Commons
America
Senate
Hefiin
Prohibition and Automobiles Rise as Auto Safety Measure
Richard H. Scott argues in the North American Review that prohibition is essential to the auto industry’s safety. He cites 22,600 road deaths and 685,000 injuries in one year, with 80 percent due to motor vehicles, and calls for strict enforcement of prohibition to reduce crashes and revoke licenses for intoxication.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richard H. Scott
North American Review
Conan
Noth
America
SHORT CUTS From Exchanges
Brief quotes from various papers noting opinions on knowledge breadth neighborly upkeep and practical self preservation. References include Duluth Herald Los Angeles Times Kalaman co Gazette Santa Monica Evening Outlook and Indianapolis Star. Gertrude Ederle confidence cited regarding next summer English Channel swim plan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gertrude Ederle
Indianapolis Star
Cleverness and Quilts in Daily Life Tea Break
A string of humorous vignettes unfolds with engagement jokes about Kias and ransom plans. A plant superintendent discusses golf and longevity while family quips about a Sabbath journey and a cupboard prank. A soprano and orchestra provoke a curious boy as he questions conductors gestures.
Aviation board debates aims and flaws in US flight effort
Last Night's Mail notes criticism of President Coolidge's air inquiry board. It questions Bingham's WWI credibility and urges balanced representation. The piece surveys France and England models, calls for central planning, more pilots, refined designs, mail service expansion, and potential subsidies as the board investigates through to next year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ashington
Bingham
Col. Mitchell
Vinggo
Georgia
Ames G. Harboard
Fletcher
Army
Navy
W. F. Durand
Institute of Mechanical Engineers
H. E. Coffin
National Air Transport, Inc
EB Mitchellites
HSE
Aviation Investigation Board
Extinction Predicted as Big Game Hunts Go On
World scientists warn many wild animals may vanish in less than three generations. Expeditions by major museums hunt for specimens in Angola Africa and Kashmir Asia, aiming to mount them for public display. The Vernay and Roosevelt teams seek rare species including the giant sable antelope and the Ovi Poli mountain sheep.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Museum of Natural History
Vernay
Angola
Africa
James Simpson-Roosevelt
Field Museum of Natural History
Asia
Herbert Lang
Hutter
Karakorum Pass
Roosevelts
Arthur Vernay
Col
J. C Faunthrope
American Museum
India
Telegraph Ticklers and Weather Oddities Across States
A string of quirky notes mentions skeletons in closets versus bathing suits, weather damage in Michigan, and New York elections. It also notes seventy five Chinese arrested in New York and hints at Ford urging dancers while avoiding a vintage Model T.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Parable on Parliaments and Rubber Prices
The piece notes a 100 year old sentinel payroll at Palais Bourbon and questions global government spending. It cites United States Rubber showing 30 percent profit growth in early 1925, tying higher crude rubber prices to British export restrictions and rising tire costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Calllaux
Palais Bourton
Chamber of Deputes
Equal enforcement of laws through proportional pressure
A verbose oped argues for enforcing laws with equal force relative to resistance, criticizing selective enforcement of prohibition. It discusses moral truth over sides, praises naval air crew resilience, and notes a new assistant chief of the air service amid criticism from sensationalist press.
Whooping cough dangers urge medical care and prevention
A public health notice stresses serious risks of whooping cough across ages, urging medical supervision, open air care for uncomplicated cases, careful clothing and bedding, ventilated rooms, and strict hygiene to prevent spread including disposal of soiled items and sterilization of contaminated materials.
Moone's Emerald Oil Promises Quick Corn Relief
Advert says Moone's Emerald Oil ends pain and corn issues with a money back guarantee. It claims deep penetration for healthy feet and freedom from bunion trouble. Local drugstores Bluefield Pharmacy East End Pharmacy Fairview Pharmacy offer the product.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Money Back
Goodykoontz
Moone
Bluefield
East End
Fairview Pharmacy
Stop Whooping Cough Spread Among Children
Spartanburg Sun warns against contact with whooping cough. Children should avoid public places and school, not share gum or pencils, and wear green armbands to warn others. Mark houses with cases and keep infants protected as most deaths are under five.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lily
Dr Leonhardt’s Remedy Promises Quick Relief
A promotional notice claims quick relief from a medical condition by removing the cause in the lower bowel. It emphasizes internal remedies over ointments or operations and offers money back if not satisfied through Goodykoontz Drug Co. and other druggists.
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Baily
Hugh Ike Shott
Berea Co
Associated Press
Chicago
Eco
Atlanta
Gomenartestsons
DAILY
TAGR
AL Ari Pun
Tina Co
Hue
Biur
Repudi
Caisse Scadl
Iife
Melle Douglas Griffin
W. Va
Florida Land Swindlers
Kansas City Star
Duluth Herald
Los Angeles Times
Kalamanco Gazette
Santa Monica
San Antonio
Boeing News
Scissorfo
Kias
David
Plant
Uncle Tom
Little Bello
Tommie
Grandpa
George
Daniel
Johnnie
Johnny
Charles P. Stewart
Dwight W. Morrow
J. P. Morgan & Co
Congressman Parker
Denison
Grand Rapids
Lonaress
France
Here
Coloni! Administration
England
Separte Air Ministry
David Dietz
Roosevghs
Kashmir
Great
Himalayan Mountains
Walker
Tom Sims
Telegraph
Ticklers
Michigan
Ford
United States
The
New York Journal of Commerce
Chester H. Rowell
Rogera
Fai
Yellow Journals
Air Service
Cumming
Hugh 8S. Cumming
United States Public Health Service
Spartanburg
Gas House Coke
Coke
Bluefield Gas & Power Co
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