Oil for the Future and Stupid Nations in a 1920s paper
The Corry Evening Journal discusses oil reserves, arguing there is enough petroleum for at least 25 more years with new discoveries at depth and shale oil potential. It envisions coal-to-liquid futures and diesel use, then shifts to a critique of global armament costs and the folly of relying on pacifism, warning war may be driven by nations’ arms races.
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American Petroleum Institute
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Peris
Colorado
London Morning Post
Canada
New Zealand
Denmark
Australi
Belgium
United States
Economics test shows students mix up Lewises and Louis
An Oklahoma economics professor quizzed 50 students on John L Lewis Sinclair Lewis and Joe Louis. Only eight could identify John L Lewis, thirty eight knew Sinclair Lewis as an American novelist, while forty identified Joe Louis. The professor blames society and media for shifting focus to trivial matters and urges better teaching of important issues.
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Oklahoma
John L. Lewis
Sinclair Lewis
Joe Louis
United Mine Workers of America
Sigo
Otueve
Lewises
Farrell to Build Unique Hollywood Summer Resort Pool
Hollywood editor Farrell plans a home summer resort featuring a central swimming pool with simulated surf and breakers, a studio wind machine for breezes, and an electric heater for warmth. The tennis court will be cemented, lit for night play, with a small grand stand and dressing rooms.
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Hollywood
Farrell
Ackyard
Glenda
Farrel
Vepye Usspire
Cthnic
Star Signals March 27 1926 Horoscope Note
The reading notes vibrations affecting those born May 22 to June 2 with morning good, afternoon slight, evening very bad. Warns late hours are risky for undertakings and advises caution Nov 28–30 1936. Also mentions May–June finances turning favorable and a 1936 April 15–18 caution. Honolulu fashion show brightens piers with a color-called waterfront event by Hawaiian women.
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Honolulu
No Substitute for Natural Bulk in Constipation Relief
Many recognize constipation is serious and overuse of strong laxatives worsens it. A natural fix is increasing dietary bulk from fruits, vegetables, and especially Kellogg’s All-Bran. Two tablespoons daily helps regularity. All-Bran supplies fiber, B vitamins, and iron, and is sold by grocers. Made by Kellogg in Battle Creek.
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All Grocers
Kellogg
Battle Creek
Black and White Styles Dominate Paris Spring Collection
Paris reports that black and white ensembles take prominence in couture after King George's death. Designers emphasize prints with floral groups on clear backgrounds, black trimmed coats and jackets, and tunics pairing skin-tight skirts with printed or white tops. The fashion tip notes a growing vogue for black and white this spring.
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Paris
King George
Aged County Teacher Mary True Dies After Fall
Miss Mary E True aged 78 Waterford died Tuesday in St Vincents hospital from a fractured hip after a February 2 fall. Funeral services Friday at 2 pm in First Presbyterian Church Waterford with Rev J E Pringle officiating. Interment Waterford cemetery. Dr W G Stroble coroner said the fall was accidental. She taught in Erie county schools for more than 50 years. Daughter of the late Mr and Mrs John True she was widely known in Erie county.
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Mar
Mary E. True
Waterford
St. Vincent's Hospital
First Street
J. EB. Pringle
Kelly Praises Highway Patrol for Flood Relief Service
Secretary of Revenue John B. Kelly praised the state highway patrol on a radio address for courage loyalty and indomitable perseverance in flood relief. He compared their efforts to the Paul Revere of relief and rescue and highlighted their prompt decisive action in rescuing communities cut off by torrents.
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Secretary of Revenue
United Press
Harrisburg
John B. Kelly
State Highway Patrol
Kelly
Paul Reveres
Lis
Probe gasoline war in Erie with arrests likely
Special Investigators of the State Highway Patrol are in Erie to probe reports that stations posted improper signs during a gasoline price war. Officers note the statewide price is 19 12 cents per gallon while some signs mislead customers with 6 cent reductions, creating confusion about actual prices. The inquiry aims to determine if illegal price displays were used.
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State Highway Patrol
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Shaw
Harrisburg
Erie
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