Forgotten Menace Urges English-Only Public School Instruction
The Des Moines GFWC conference calls for law to require English as the sole language of instruction in publicly funded schools, citing German language schools in Nebraska and Iowa. It warns foreign language instruction may undermine Belrat and American ideals, noting alien teachers sometimes lack naturalization.
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Des Moines
General Federation of Women's Clubs
Iowa
Nebraska
Belrat
American Security League
America
SAVE THE EAGLE Protect the bald eagle from extinction
A Natural History writer argues the bald eagle faces extinction unless protection increases. Alaska pays a 50 cent bounty for each eagle killed, fueling slaughter under claims the birds harm salmon and game. Critics question these motives and urge preserving the emblem.
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Alaska
New York Times
Bird of Freedom
Oil in Bible Spots and Ancient Asphalt Claims
The article examines biblical mentions of asphalt and bitumen with modern geology. It references Hit springs, Noah’s Ark pitch, and oil sources between the Tigris and Euphrates, debating their commercial potential and archaeological uses in Babylonian and Nineveh structures.
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Tohn. K. Barnes
Hit
Nash
Stunar
Tigris
Neal
Tower of Babel
Babylon
Nineveh
Keeping Warm in the Near East Plateaus
In Asia minor's highlands harsh winters bring fifteen to eighteen feet of snow, with fuel scarce. Destructive Turk rule, retreating villagers, and mud dugouts define winter living as families share heat with animals. Farmers cut floor beams for firewood, fueling wartime hardship.
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iMaj.Ges. Athes G
Asia
Minor
Bon' cancer plans Senate grant of veteran bonus
An editorial attacks proposed legislation to grant a service pension style bonus to young healthy veterans of World War I. It argues the measure mirrors a Civil War-style pension without merit, labeling it a selfish, politically timed move aimed at the hyphenated vote and likening peace with honor to an act of dishonor.
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Wayld
Congress
Nothx
Senate
Billy Whiskers Race to Save Farm Amid Midnight Fire
Stubby the Chihuahua guards Billy in a farmhouse blaze as flames rise and the farm’s residents sleep. The dog’s frantic barking and brave actions draw the household, while Willy and the animals face an emergency that tests their loyalty and courage.
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Allence
Mexico
Billy
Stubby
Betame
Navewick
Willy
Winstow
Mit
Stabby
Bern
Saalfield Publishing Co
Akron
Dinner Stories and a Train Delays Caused by Weather
A fragment describes Willie ill after dinner on a golf course and a curious tale of a horse testing a man’s fingers. It recounts a westbound train detained for fifteen minutes due to strong wind and poor coal, with a freight conductor blamed for the delay.
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Wilie
Willie
Priemiship
Aingheny
Morneileville
Vontieter
Britain's Envoy at German Court
Britain's ambassador to the German court, area d'Abernon, von Vincent Gc, ML EK. Co M. G. The report notes his high standing and duties in sustaining diplomatic relations with Germany.
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Britain
Cheyenne Highway Report Notes Rough Patches on Two Roads
All main roads from Cheyenne are generally good except Fort Gollins road in Weld County and Lincoln Highway near Hillsdale show rough sections. Authorities warn drivers to use caution on those stretches and plan for delays if conditions worsen.
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Cheyenne
Fort Gollins
Weld County
Lincoln Highway
Hillsdale
Feature of 4th KT Horse Greek at Horse Creek
Large crowd attends Junior Frontier program at Horse Creek on Monday. Rodeo events include steer roping and tying, with fourteen riders in roping and ten in steer roping. Jobo Well of Cheyenne and Rick distinguish in roping. Butchaleigh and Bell Mirin display dramatic ropework and riding.
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Gheyeoe
Horse Creek
Ila Kinil
Tere
Jobo
Cheyenne
Rick
Tiel
Bell
God “Rotell
Butchaleigh
Olen
Elks Dance Draws Large Turnout After Supper Event
A supper and dance drew 62 automobiles to the venue with Leheni beck's Novelty Orchestra playing at 1.50 per couple. Mrs. Jaude Draper has returned and is much improved after several weeks of spring illness.
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Elks
Lehenibeck
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Hearst
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AFC
ORSCO
Coca-Cola Company
Atlanta, GA
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