21 Aug 1924
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Newspaper
Cedar Valley Daily Times
Location
Vinton, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1924
Page
1
The provided OCR fragment is garbled and lacks coherent names, events, or dates to form a factual newspaper card summary. No identifiable person, organization, place, or outcome can be reliably extracted from the text.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions an African phrase, a child or speaker named E, a village setting, Biheksmith or Henrie tint sparss, and a reference to flies. Lacking coherent context, the readable facts point to a family or community scene with unidentified individuals and local terms.
A garbled note describes friends and a mother figure in a scene of gentle care, reflecting a family moment. The text is partially readable, with hints of a domestic setting and a focus on affection and support within a household.
Fragmented OCR shows teams and players with scrambled names and numbers. The text references Major League figures, salaries, and regulator mentions, plus garbled department notes. The readable portions hint at a sports market overview and a booklet related to governance, with scattered names and figures.
Henry Gross of near Garrison declined to enter the fair grounds as there would not be room for both him and Dan Bryan inside. The piece notes the grounds are laid out to accommodate at least one fat man besides the secretary and hints the association may need more acreage. It suggests that in time several men of Secretary Bryan’s size might attend in one day.
A Central American agitator who spoke at a New York hotel completed plans for a revolution and sailed home. He brought the hotel doorman as his chief of staff, explaining that his uniform would rally followers to his cause.
A new device wakes sleepers by music using an alarm clock phonograph. The invention aims to arouse users with audible melodies, offering an automated wake up cue without manual intervention.
A French scientist announces a method to revive withering flowers by dissolving an ordinary aspirin tablet in warm water. The solution is claimed to freshen delicate cut flowers in vases.
John Holland former county farm manager and his son Frank visit Vinton as Frank operates a farm in Belle Plaine. The pair tour local sights and meet residents during their stay.
Antonio Neroni known as the Human Gorilla and serving a life term in Colorado State Prison was found dead in his cell after a brutal beating by fellow inmate Robinson in the insane ward. Neroni, convicted in 1907 of murdering four people on his truck farm near Canon City, reportedly attacked Robinson before the melee. A guard discovered Neroni’s body early this morning, ending a violent incident linked to the prison’s inmate population.
A canal connects the North Sea with the Baltic Sea via the Elbe and Trave rivers. The waterway runs 41 miles long, averages 722 feet in width and contains seven locks to raise and lower vessels.
Sulphur is no longer used for making matches. Its main uses now are in vulcanizing rubber making gunpowder and sulphuric acid. It is also sprayed on trees to kill bugs.
Omaha fighter Morrie Schlaifer defeated Warnie Smith of Oklahoma City by technical knockout in the seventh round. Ace Hudkins stopped Ever Hammer in the seventh and won the bout. Jack Menlo beat Speedy Moulton by decision in four rounds. Sammy Gross from South Omaha knocked out Johnny Sesto in the second round.
Dodgers win 3 to 2 in eleven innings behind Bill Doak as Brooklyn climbs to third place two games back of Pittsburgh. Braves sweep Cubs 2 0 and 5 0. Stengel drives five runs as Genewich and Barnes shut Bruins. Cardinals defeat Phillies twice 12 1 and 13 10 with Hornsby six hits. Red Sox top Indians 5 4 in AL action highlighted by Flagstead's bat and glove.
The 55-inch miniature car built from Ford parts by six year old Clyde St Clair of Omaha drew citywide attention during an industrial exhibition. Driven by Omaha's mayor and the city’s chief electrician, it attracted photographers and spectators as traffic yielded for the diminutive vehicle. The feat showcases Glenn St Clair's design, with a 54 inch wheel base, two foot height, and Seiberling tires, slated to appear at the county fair.
A London vicar delivers sermons at railway stations with topics including Spiritual Lessons From The District Railway The Ticket Office and Cloak Room and The Repair Sheds highlighting faith in transit era settings.
Grisner France Aug 21 Lillies Harrison 18 of South American origin stated she will attempt to swim the English Channel again after Aug 25. She swam five hours in attempts last year despite an injury from a previous accident and says she has improved enough to press on toward the crossing.
A fragmented note suggests washing hair with cold water in Sofia to reduce bristle bending. The guidance warns that warm or hot water delays bristle recovery and results in longer, stiffer hairs after rinsing.
The remark suggests that without certain hobbies some individuals would feel like they are stranded from civilization, akin to being in a remote, unfamiliar place. It underscores dependence on everyday interests for direction and meaning.
The notice outlines a business event in a central area with a town involvement. It mentions a survey of the square development and signals a press inquiry. Officials emphasize efficiency and announce key participants.
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