British Sea Heroes Honored After Antino Rescue at Plymouth
Weekly review highlights high honors for Captain George Fried and the crew of the President Roosevelt after rescuing twenty five crewmen from the British freighter Antinge in mid ocean. Flags waved as ships escorted the liner into Plymouth Sound. The rescue ended after a four day battle with the sea. Crowds cheered as the Roosevelt’s crew received thanks from the rescued sailors.
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British freighter Laristan sinks in Atlantic disaster
In a brutal two day battle with a severe mid Atlantic storm the British freighter Laristan went down with 25 crew. Twelve men were rescued after the Bremen and the President Roosevelt conducted salvage operations and saved them from wreckage. The incident foreshadowed a heavy toll of the sea as rescue teams battled to recover survivors.
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New York Faced Northwest Gale and Freezing Temperatures
New York endured a northwest gale of eighty four miles per hour that knocked pedestrians from feet and toppled signs. Temperature plummeted to seven degrees above zero by night with risk of zero by dawn as firefighters battled Harlem blaze and had to free ice encrusted helmets.
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Honor Heroes Of Main Honor Heroes On Main Havana Ceremony
Cleveland Col Carmi A Thompson head of United Spanish War Veterans will deliver the principal address at a Havana celebration February 15 to dedicate a memorial to Maine sinking heroes. The Cuban government funded the monument at several million dollars. a bronze tablet from the US Veterans lists Maine victims. The Navy will send destroyers Smith Thompson Tracy and fleet submarines V1 V2 to the ceremony. the delegation leaves New York February 10 arrives Havana February 13.
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United States Joins World Court After Senate Vote
Washington reports the U S yes to joining the Permanent Court of International Justice, final ratification possible if the league accepts Swanson reservations. Three senators were absent ill. tally would have been 78 to 18. Observers expect no trouble from foreign powers.
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Rate Hearing Close at Interstate Commerce Commission
The Interstate Commerce Commission closed its rate hearing at the Kansas City Athletic Club after sessions begun January 4. Commissioner Clyde B. Aitchison and examiners left for Washington. A decision is expected late this summer. Attorneys for railroads must file briefs by March 4, shippers and state commissions opposing increases by April 3, with carriers’ reply briefs due April 8.
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Missouri River bill seeks 20 million yearly plan
Washington reports a bill by Representative E C Elis of Kansas City proposing a comprehensive Missouri River system program. It would authorize 20 million dollars annually for army engineers to complete the 600 channel project by 1931, with allowances for reducing funds if needed and excluding tributary works. The draft notes potential recognition for the Lost Battalion and mentions Coolidge resuming leadership practice in Washington.
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Missouri Names for Stone Mountain Confederate Memorial
Missouri officials announce four of five Confederates to be carved on Stone Mountain memorial. Maj. Gen. Sterling Price Brig. Gen. Joseph Shelby Maj. Gen. John Marmaduke and Brig. Gen. Francis Matton Cockrell chosen. fifth to be picked later from list including Gov. Claiborne F. Jackson and Senator George G. West. Also details on University of Missouri queen candidates and Missouri public expenditures work and other state notices.
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The Blind Man and Jesus Light of the World Lesson
A February 7 religious lesson outlines John 9 1 41 The blind man is healed by Jesus who uses clay and spittle The discourse highlights the disciples misunderstanding sin as cause of blindness and Jesus purpose to reveal God s works The man s faith grows from recognition of Jesus as healer to worship of the Son of God.
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Religion as a temper guiding noble pursuit
Quote attributed to Tryon Edwards frames religion as a temper rather than mere pursuit. It defines faith as foundation and action, temper as holiness, and aims at obedience to God, self-improvement, and benevolence to others.
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Time well employed is Satan's deadest foe
A brief, cautionary saying notes that diligent use of time narrows Satan's opportunities. The source emphasizes discipline and purposeful conduct as a defense against temptation.
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Cure for Croup and At-Home Remedies Ad
An old advertisement touts homemade remedies for croup and a relief timer while promoting Cuticura Soap for shaving and bathing. It pitches products as cost-saving and skin friendly, noting a bottle price and repeated claims of purity and germ reduction.
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