The New Year and Evolution by W D Pennypacker
A reflective piece by W D Pennypacker recalls a man John at the turn of the century. He notes a unique New Year midnight that distinguished that moment from all others in his long life. The bells and whistles he heard marked a profound shift.
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W. D. Pennypacker
John
New Year Reflections Across Time at a Family Home
In a warm fireside memory, a man named John recalls New Year celebrations from 1900 and the coming century. He contrasts past rituals with modern youth, noting changes in family presence, social life, and global progress as 1930 dawns. The Ross family welcomes a new cycle amid quiet contemplation and celebratory noises.
After New Year’s the country resumes hard work pace
After New Year’s the country can settle back to a long run of hard work with no disturbing influence until the appearance of the vacation literature.
Entitled to Cover Charge at New Year Dinner
A farmer who supplied the viands for a New Year Eve dinner argues he cannot claim a share of the cover charge, seeking clarification on his rights.
Paul Bunton’s New Year Resolution Tale From A Giant Ox
A 1928 Western Newspaper Union piece parodies Paul Bunyan and his blue ox, recounting an overambitious New Year resolve. The tale humorously shows attempts to do too much at once, including log breaking, windmill sneezes, and a giant penholder note urging one good resolution.
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Bob
Uncle Charlie
Paul Bunton
Jim
Bub
Grand Canyon
North Dakota
Iron Mountain
Paul
Paul Bunyon
Uncle’ Charille
Western Newspaper Union
Real New Year, Old Memories Haunt Desperate Man
A destitute man in a cabaret city street considers theft to fund a river crossing and a return home. He recalls a father’s sorrow and a mother’s last letter as memories flood him. An officer confronts his plan, but he resolves to go home after midnight.
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Asic
Harlan Moore
Buter
New Year's Surprise Leading to Dinner Date
Grace is approached by Ben Graham who asks for a letter home. Believing the request odd she complies and the exchange leads to a promising connection. Ben reveals the stunt was a fraternity initiation and they agree to a dinner date.
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Grace
Ben
The New Year By Will D Muse
A poem from the Atlanta Constitution celebrates the new year as dawn’s gift from God. It speaks of daily jewels to life, the power to choose truth over regret, and the cyclical blessing of seasons bringing rain sun and life to fields and roses.
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Will D. Muse
Atlanta Constitution
New Year’s Vision of 1930 Promises End to Hunger
The 1930 editorial from the Western Newspaper Union yearns for a New Age in which poverty ends, hunger is vanquished, and every citizen becomes a good neighbor. It pictures a tide of hope with lofty promises from statesmen and common people alike.
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Tatesman
Economist
New Age
Resolution Might Help A Young Man With Balance Issue
A young man asks a medical publicist about his tendency to lose balance in a dark room. The piece suggests he consider a New Year’s resolution as part of addressing the issue.
Never Too Late to Start the New Year Right
Motivational note urging readers to begin the year with positive changes. Encourages personal resolution, discipline, and proactive steps to improve daily routines and outlook. Emphasizes fresh start mindset and small, achievable goals.
New Year’s Discovery Changes a Heart
Dorothy Crandell, a wealthy woman, swerves to avoid a boy on a snowy New Year’s Eve and takes him to his ill mother. The act awakens her to real happiness in helping others, as the grateful mother promises to repay the loan once she recovers.
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Dorothy Crandell
Dorothy
Western Newspaper Union
Adrenin and the Body Fight or Flight Response
In Cannon's 1914 theory the adrenal medulla releases adrenin as the emergency mechanism of life threatening moments. Adrenin dilates pupils speeds heart rate and redirects blood to muscles while raising blood sugar to fuel action, backing up brave or cowardly behavior.
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Sime
Befan Tooneke
Iver
Cannon
George A. Dorsey
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