Chile and United States agree on parcel post pact
An agreement sets up parcel post service between Chile and the United States to take effect after ratifications by the Chilean Congress. Parcels up to 11 pounds would be mailable under the pact. The Bureau of Standards runs a laboratory testing upper air conditions and aircraft engines in this rarefied atmosphere.
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New Parcel Post
Santiago
Sept. S
Chile
United States
Bureau of Standards
Hair care ad promises thicker, shinier hair
A vintage advertisement touts Danderine with Manderine to prevent hair loss and promote new growth. It claims no fallen hair or ruff after use, with vines of color and thickness increasing, suggesting renewed life in every hair strand.
Secrets of the Movies Readers Ask Questions
A reader Q&A column discusses common errors in amateur screenwriting such as abrupt time jumps and continuity lapses. It asks about Eugene Toller and Barthelmess, noting Barthelmess's stage start and revealing biographical details, including Florine Walz and Caroline Barris.
Jitney fight delays street bridge routes decision
Amid talks between Trolley Co and city leaders the dispute over jitney routes continues. Connecticut Company seeks to bar Himeys from Stratford avenue and key bridges while awaiting public crossing terms. Aldermen expected to vote on an ordinance as jitney operators plan a large turnout.
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Disney Bus
Connecticut Company
Stratford Avenue
Yellow Mill River
Congress Street
Storrs
Grend Street Bridge
Ordinance Committee
Publc
Board of Trustees
Grand Street Bridge
Board of Aldermen
London advisory bureau studies troublesome children
London September report from the Parents Advisory Bureau outlines handling methods for unruly children. Fifty cases reviewed show boys and girls equally represented, with ages six to ten emphasized. Emphasis on reason, exercise, and avoiding harsh punishment over thrashing.
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London
Parents Advisory Bureau
Cime
A Giant Of Strength With Beetle Like Imagery
A peculiar, fragmented excerpt recalls a boyish beetle analogy and the idea of immense weight crushing a prison. It mentions St Pauls, a 14 000 pound mass, and a claim that twelve houses and two colleges burn weekly in America, though the text is incomplete.
U S Push for League Seen in Peace Vision and Debate
Historic rhetoric on a league of nations frames hopes for independence in Poland and other regions, with leaders urging restraint, self rule, and justice. Leaders like Pershing and Lafayette cited as ideals as the world weighs federation against tyranny and war.
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Poland
Cuecha- Slovakia
Jugo-Slovia
Armenia
Finland
Palestine
Elstar
Lin
Lafayette
Russia
Turkey
Russa
Free Nations
Amencan
League of Nations
Aumerica
League
Parmentier
Marne
Lafayelte
Aso
Pershing
In the Amazon there are known to xigt at least 2000 species
In the Amazon basin researchers note the presence of at least two thousand species of finh, a figure drawn from limited field surveys and informal records. The text hints at substantial undiscovered diversity and ongoing taxonomic work amid challenging terrain and sparse data.
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Amazon
Assessors Notice for Fairfield Tax Lists September 1920
Town of Fairfield residents and non residents must file sworn lists with the Board of Assessors during September 1920 to avoid a 10 percent penalty. Real estate parcels must be bounded and buildings entered separately. Listings are taken daily at the Town House 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and at several depots and schools on specified September dates and times.
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Fairfeld
Anvessors
Fairfield
Switett Drug Store
Southport
Old Nichols School House
Villa Ave
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