Bessarabia’s Turbulent History As A Republic Emerges
The article traces Bessarabia’s tumultuous past as a crossroads of peoples including Moldavians Jews Greeks Armenians and Germans before the war. It recounts Mongol invasions under Batu in the 14th century with brutal acts in Ryazan Kezelsk and Kiev and notes the region’s long pattern of wars and migrations shaping its ethnological heritage.
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Bessarabia
Carpathians
Dniester
Pruth
Black Sea
Danube
Asia
Russian
Europe
Volga
Batu
Jenghiz Khan
Ryazan
Roas
Kezelsk
Mobalig
Kiev
May Birthstone Emerald Ties To Ancient Glory
Emerald, May birthstone, rivals ruby and sapphire as one of the ancient world’s most prized jewels. Ancient Egypt, Greeks, Romans wore it. it appeared in Pharaoh tombs and Pompeii ruins. Emeralds remain highly valued, reflecting timeless fashion from pyramids to modern days.
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Egypt
Pompeii
Red Sea
Ancient emerald mines and rediscovery plans surface
The article recounts Cleopatra's emerald mines reputedly not exhausted and hints at active plans to work them again. It notes the Muzo mines near Bogota as a chief source, mentions Inca mines in Peru once plundered by Pizarro, and recalls rich emeralds hidden by Indians and later mined in the Ural mountains beginning in 1830.
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Bogota
Columbia
South America
Peru
Pizarro
Ural Mountains
Playground policy urged nationwide for city parks
An editorial argues for comprehensive playground programs in all U S cities to safeguard children's health and promote healthy sports, urging swift adoption of funding and development efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
15 000 Airmen Wanted for U S Aviation Service
Uncle Sam seeks 15000 volunteers to join the aviation service as enlistments open nationwide. The drive stresses air power as essential for future warfare and commercial flying training to boost industrial life. Enlistments available through regular recruiting agencies.
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Uncle Sam
England
Public service utilities and wage scales clash over earnings
The piece argues that public service utilities are critical to commerce and housing, and that wage scales depend on rates allowing company solvency. It warns that impairment or bankruptcy of these firms would trigger broader economic havoc, calling for adequate charges to sustain physical plant and postwar efficiency.
War Savings Stamp Motto Appears As Public Ad
A vintage notice touts War Savings Stamps as the ultimate small yet powerful investment promising reliability and growth, urging readers that these stamps are issued by the United States government and serve as wisdom thrift and safety in one.
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United States
Midwest Refining Stock Soars On Expansion Prospects
A sharp rise in Midwest Refining stock to 81.84 bid follows news of major capacity boosts. Casper reports Standard Oil Indiana plans to double its Greybull plant and expand in Salt Lake, with a Lance Creek development likely later. The company also advances plans to install multiple 1,000 barrel stills at Casper, increasing output and potential future growth.
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Midwest Refining
New York
Salt Lake
Casper
Standard Oil Company of
Indiana
Midwest Refining Company
Indiana Company
Greybull
Gasper
Lance Creek
Rock Creek
Pioneer Mike Henry Returns to Douglas
Mike Henry of Douglas, one of Wyoming's oldest residents, left for home after a brief visit. He was accompanied by Mr. Guinther, secretary of the Mike Henry Oil company.
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Mike Henry
Douglas
Wyoming
Mr. Guinther
Burke Returns After Residence On Coast
Timothy F. Burke has returned to Cheyenne after spending the past year on the Pacific coast. He arrived yesterday and will resume residence there.
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Burke
Timothy F. Burke
Pacific Coast
Cheyenne
Wyoming Governor Urges Employment Sunday Observance
Governor Garey issued a proclamation urging Wyoming citizens to observe May 15 as Employment Sunday. He appeals for church groups and the public to support nationwide effort to address employment and industrial reorganization.
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Garey
Wyoming
Local Team to Play In Laramie Sunday
Pacific team of Cheyenne and Pacific Clerk's team of bats will play on the Laramie diamond tomorrow afternoon. The game draws interest among Union Pacific employees and a number of Cheyenne rooters will likely accompany the local squad.
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Laramie
Pacific
Cheyenne
Union Pacific
Mrs B Sets Electric Range For Calm Afternoon Tea
A homemaker named Mrs B prepares for a pleasant social gathering at Mrs A's home. She sets the electric range to finish a perfect meal, noting the oven's cooling after power off and contrasting with other fuels. The note advocates electric ranges as clean and economical cooking.
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Mrs. B
Mrs. A
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