Singapore as World Gateway and Fortified Hub
Singapore is described as a major world gateway and fortress, with a planned 50 million dollar expansion to become an impregnable naval base. The piece traces its rise from a small fishing village to a cosmopolitan trading center, notes its strategic straits location, and highlights Sir Stamford Raffles as founder. It details population growth, shipping volume, and the port’s role as a key transshipment hub for rubber, tin, pepper, and other goods, with a diverse, immigrant-rich society and a skyline blending modern and traditional transport.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, DC
Singapore
House of Commons
Gibraltar
Aden
Far East
Washington, D. C
National Geographic Society
Great Britain
Asia
Strait of Mualacca
Malay Peninsula
Sumatra
India
China
Joahore
Me Ube
Java
Sir Stamford Raffles
East India Company
Ita
Kipling
Singsapore
Enaat
Nel Dole Coll
Aala
Oceanica
Malay Archipelago
Africa
Erurope
Ameien
Japan
Rikisha
Reeves
Singapore Island
Stamford Raffles
Png
Victoria Memorial Hall
Rooster Eggs Spark Explosions In Wheaton Kitchen
In Wheaton, Albert Allen faced chaos as a gas mishap turned white Leghorn eggs into black Minorcas after hens exploded in a skillet. The incident involved a bootlegger and a gas plan that backfired, leaving the Allen household startled by transformed birds and a bizarre find in the hen house.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wheaton
Albert Allen
Harrison Street
Mr. Alien
Western Electric Company
Mr. Allen
Allen Eggery
Allen
Alze
The
Roosters
Tony Mullo
John Gerona
Mr Mulls
Mr. Mulls
Robert J. Casey
Chicago News
City float shifts after repairs at Stratford bridge
The Stratford avenue bridge float was recaulked by Hubbel and Jaynes for pleasure yachts and moved from its original position during repairs. The U S magic boat 27 shifted its mooring to the north end of the city dock and will conduct trial trips for the Naval Reserves. The Isis carried six trips past the bridge, gathering six barges and two lumber schooners towed away today. The Theodore Smith tugs three trips, taking two schooners and three barges. Barges of coal awaited transport to Shelton and local industries. Captain Benent Hull and mate Roland Hallquist left on Captain Hulls cruiser Pilot for Northport returning today. Captain Harris fellowcraft hosted Mr and Mrs Royal Smith aboard at Mattatudk Long Island.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stratford Avenue Bridge
Hubbel and Jaynes Company
U. S
Ita
Isis
Stratford Avenue
Theodore Smith
New York
Benent Hull
Bridgeport Motor Works
Roland Hallquist
Harry KE
Harria
Poetatuck Yacht Club
Royal E. Smith
Maplewood N. J
Harris
Fellowcraft
Mattatudk
Long Island
Sarazen and Hagen Lead in Troon Play
The article details the Troon golf event with Walter Hagen and Gene Sarazen atop the lineup for the American contingent. It outlines two-course qualifying rounds, 72-hole championship format on the Old Course, and anticipated large spectator turnout from nearby Glasgow as fans travel to watch top players from the United States and abroad.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Varden
Howard Ray
Roger Wethered
Troon
Walter Hagen
George Ausbach
Boston
Harry Brown
Mexico City
Jim Barnes
Pelham Manor
Charles Hoffner
Philadelphia
MacDonald Smith
California
BE. W. Clarke
Asheville
N. c
Johnny Farrell
Quaker Ridge
Leo Diegel
Washington
Gene Sarazen
Joe Kirkwood
Tommy D. Armour
Intellectual development limited by individual says Beli expert
In Columbus Ohio on June 10 Dr H H Goddard former head of the Ohio Bureau of Juvenile Research now at Ohio State University told a local audience that every person has potential to develop. He argued that inferior intellects are still valuable to society and criticized punishing mentally ill children as if they were physically ill. He urged recognizing grade levels and tailoring education accordingly. The remarks contrasted with past practices in public schools. In Swansea Wales on June 10 a wartime enlistment notice sought 14 year olds for later lifting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus
Ohio
H. H. Goddard
Ohio Bureau of Juvenile Research
Iohio State University
Dr. Goddard
Council Service Club Holds Annual Banquet
The Council Service club, led by Dr. Chartotts Dorkin for three years, received a fitted overnight bag at the second annual banquet held at the Business and Professional Woman's club. Over 66 members attended the dinner and dance with guests from out of town. Hall decor featured peach blossoms and Rosa favors bearing members names and nicknames. Miss Belle Sloaborg delivered a ten‑year prophecy, Miss Helen Klein offered a prophecy on the prophet, and Miss Estelle Bornstein served as toastmistress with humorous toasts from many members including Miss Lillian Romif and Miss Blanche Weinstock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chartotts Dorkin
Council Service Club
Business and Professional Woman's Club
Rosa
Mias Belle Sloaborg
Helen Klein
Estelle Bornstein
Lillian Romif
Blanche Weinstock
Theresa Landes
Fannie Pious
Eizabeth Sherman
Sara Shopick
Kata Cohen
Diana Olderman
Minerva Pious
Sadie Schwartz
Ruth Mendelson
Margaret Coble
Elizabeth Barske
Familiar brands and trusted advertising win consumer confidence
A buyer reflects on how familiar advertised goods earn trust. She notes products subjected to global scrutiny by manufacturers and competitors, arguing constant advertising proves a item’s test and reliability. She favors familiar articles over unfamiliar ones due to transparent quality and confidence in the brand.
Household Suggestions and Storage Tips From a Bygone Era
A compact guidance item covers leftovers with oil and vinegar or lemon juice on salad, warming in egg sauce, and drawing butter. It advises bookcases to harmonize with furnishings and fit under windows, and notes stock for soups should not be stored covered after straining unless perforated. It urges hanging clothes on hangers, inspecting for repairs, and explains plain canned fruit looks more dessert like with whipped cream.
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BIG Emporium
Bridgeport
Fairfield
Southport
PHAYE
City Dock
Shelton White
Sarazen
Hagen
Beli
Swansea
Wales
Vanities
Davis & Hawley Co. Jewelers
Main Street
Wall Street
Deas
Him
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