Flood devastates Pueblo in Arkansas River disaster
A massive flood swept Colorado in the Arkansas River area late last week, with Pueblo the hardest hit. Estimates of deaths range from 200 to 1000 as homes were carried away and communications cut. Officials warn many did not heed the alert as the flood neared. The catastrophe rivals Galveston Johns Town and Daytona floods in memory.
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Colorado
Arkansas River
Pueblo
Galveston
Johnstown
Pennsylvania
Dayton
Arkansas
Kansas
Jared
Misrepresented Uncle Sam Critiques War Entry
George Harvey in London attacked U S entry into the world war as born of fear not to fight. He questions which group drove the decision from presidents and financiers to the common people and munition makers, asking what fear or duty governed the move.
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George Harvey
Great Britain
London
Congress
Politics Again in Municipal Elections Ahead
A political lull ends as November approaches with municipal and township elections to draw voters. Readers are urged to support good men and women for local responsibilities, while broader political matters may appear on ballots without a virulent agenda.
City considers switch to manager form of government
The city of Cleveland debates replacing the city council with a manager system. Proponents cite efficiency and lower public costs, while opponents warn of centralization. A vote will be held to determine public preference in coming days.
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Cleveland
Is the Emergency Reorganization Bill Before the Supreme Court
The article discusses whether a reorganization bill, pushed by Gov. Davis and passed by the legislature, should take effect immediately without referendum. Opponents argue it is not an emergency and the people retain the right to approve or reject after study. The Supreme Court’s ruling is awaited and speculative.
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Supreme Court of
Gov. Davis
Perjury Charged as Cleveland Court Sees Rising Deceit
A Cleve land common pleas judge denounces perjury as a growing problem in Cleveland courts and cites a large share of testimony as false. Judge Mc Gannon, twice tried for murder and acquitted in the Harold Kagy case, has been indicted and is now tried for perjury as officials acknowledge the alarming state of affairs.
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Common Pleas
Cleveland
Leveland
McGannon
Harold Kagy
Tulsa Race Riots Urge Prevention Talk in Light of Violence
The Tulsa riots have sparked calls for preventive action after deaths injuries and widespread property destruction. The writer cites racial hatred between blacks and whites as root cause and urges urgent planning to avert further clashes and protect residents.
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Tulsa
Oklahoma
Springfield
The Times Change Exclude Horse Drawn Vehicles
The writer recalls the Pan-American Exposition in Buffalo 25 years ago where officials rode in cars and horses opposed the new machine. Now automobiles fill streets, prompting a movement to ban horse drawn vehicles in congested city districts and even small towns like Carey.
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Buffalo
Carey
Movement for a new cabinet department of welfare
The article notes plans for a new national department of welfare to be run from the cabinet with oversight of health education and other duties. Opposition arises as educators argue the department should focus solely on education rather than broad welfare scope.
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Department of Welfare
Weather swings from heat to near frost in a week
The week brought warm spells strong enough for mid summer cravings then a sudden cold snap over Saturday night and Sunday with frost fears. No frost recorded, but the change evoked memories of the 1859 frost that wiped out wheat and corn, leaving no bread that year.
God Give Us Men Poem Excerpt of Civic Resolve
An early 20th century verse by J. G. Hollant pleads for leaders with strong minds and true faith who resist office politics. It contrasts worthy public virtue with rabble and flattery, urging public duty, integrity, and courage.
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Gogue
Damm
J. G. Hollant
Cockle Poison Kills 60 Hens in Ohio Poultry Case
Prof G S Vickers reports 60 hens died in mid May after eating wheat screenings containing cockle. The shellfish weed poisons hens by affecting the nervous system and causing leg paralysis.
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G. S. Vickers
Ohio, State University
Fox Film Probes Second failure of While New York Sleeps
The Fox Film Corporation investigates a second failure of the film While New York Sleeps to reach Colrey at the Strand. Officials blame the mail service and have sent two explanatory letters from Cleveland and Carey post offices to Fox. Investigation not completed.
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Fox Film Corporation
New York
Colrey
Strand
Fox
H. L. Tracy
Cleveland
Fox Corporation
Carey Post
Mail mixup delays Fox film shipment to Carey Strand Theatre
The United States Post Office in Cleveland reports a case of films mailed May 21 to the Strand Theatre Carey Ohio did not reach its destination and was returned to Fox Film Corp. The delivery route via Toledo Tol Columbus was misrouted and returned to Cleveland Monday. Railway Mail Service investigation is requested with results reported.
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United States Post Office
Cleveland
Ohio
Fox Film Corp
New York
Strand
Carey
Toledo
Tol
Columbus
Garey
Railway Mail Service
Strand Theatre
Fox
L. J. Bontall
Card of Thanks from Wool Grower
A farmer thanks customers who brought wool to help after a loss last year. He notes they knew he paid the highest market price and always treated them fairly, expressing gratitude for their support and kindness.
Baby Rita Virginia Christened at Our Lady of Consolation
Rita Virginia was christened Tuesday May 31 at Our Lady of Consolation Church. She is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Kromer of north of town. Sponsors were her uncle and aunt Mr. and Mrs. Wendell Simon of near Toledo, who stayed for the day at the Kromer home.
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Our Lady of Consolation Church
Paul Kromer
North of
Town
Rita Virginia
Wendell Simon
Near
Toledo
Kromer
Kinseys Booking Tour Heads to Carey Next Week
George Sands advance agent for the Kinsey Komedy Ko arranged a Carey appearance for next week. The Kinseys drew solid crowds last winter in Key West Florida. Madge, newly married this spring, remains with the troupe.
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George Sands
Kinsey Komedy Ko
Carey
Kinseys
Key West
Fla
Madge
Madam X Shines at Strand in Carey Showing
A Strand theater run last Monday and Tuesday featured Madam X, praised as one of the finest attractions to visit Carey. The production drew solid crowds and earned glowing notices for its performances and staging.
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Madam X
Strand
Carey
Appointment of Executor for Jonathan Shireman Estate
Albert Adelsperger has been duly appointed and qualified as Executor of the Estate of Jonathan Shireman, deceased, late of Wyandot County Ohio. Dated May 21, 1921. Judge Charles Close, Probate Division, Wyandot County Court of Common Pleas.
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Albert Adelsperger
Jonathan Shireman
Wyandot County
Ohio
Charles
Court of Common Pleas
Legal Notice to Contractors Carey Village School District
Sealed proposals are invited for material and labor to build and landscape carey district facilities including equipment lighting sidewalks driveways and sanitary sewer. Bids due June 30 1921 with 10 percent bid bond. Board reserves right to reject any bid and to award to as it deems best. F A Galbroner clerk.
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Board of Education
Carey Village
Thomas D. McLaughlin
Lima
Ohio
Carey, O
F. A. Galbroner
Carey Village to Sell Lot in Carey for Cash Bid
Sealed bids for a parcel in Carey Wyandot County Ohio in the Northeast quarter of the Southeast Quarter Section 17 Township 1 South Range 13 East Lot 3 are due by noon Friday July 1 1921 at the Mayor's Office. A $50 deposit with bid and cash balance upon deed. The village reserves the right to reject all bids.
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Carey
Wyandot County
Ohio
Wyandot
North Street
Vance Street
Blue
Dean's Kidney Pills Prove Useful in Carey Case
A Carey resident J. H. Keckler reports a severe kidney trouble attack with back and limb pain. He used six boxes of Dean's Kidney Pills and was cured. The testimonial notes the pills are sold for 60 cents by Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo N Y and are widely available at local dealers.
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Times
Aggin
Dean
Carey
J. H. Keckler
Blacksmith
E. South St. Carey
Foster-Milburn Co
Mirs
Buffalo
N. Y
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C. Bowley
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F. F. Scheel
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