The Vision of Land Hanger and Frontier Desire
A dense reflection on land hunger driven by an age old longing to hold land. The piece contrasts frontier motives with economic nudges, invoking Sandys, Washington, 1776 veterans, and preemption to show a vision beyond mere wealth. It laments the poetic pioneer stereotype while asserting a deeper, almost mythic urge to possess and shape the land.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sir Edwin Sandys
George
George Washington
Yazoo
Connecticut
Hlesire
Andres
Economic Pressure of Industrial Conflict Not Unlike War Blockade
The piece argues government duty to protect public welfare amid industrial strife compares domestic labor disputes with wartime blockade. It asserts Congress can authorize a national tribunal to resolve cross state industrial conflicts and fuel production disputes under commerce power.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Tam
Congress
Department of Labor
Children's Bureau
Woman's Bureau
United States Employment Service
Smithsonian Institution
United States National Museum
National Gallery of Arts
National Treasury
Federal Trade Commission
United States Shipping Board
War Finance Corporation
Brazil
Massachusetts
Commonwealth
Towner
Materialistic Doctrine Challenged by Scientists In Debate
Fragmented OCR reads that scientists challenged materialist doctrine, arguing science and faith can cooperate. The text asserts a shift away from matter alone toward order and unity, noting a debate between materialist view and religious interpretation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moeadern Phivstes
Jesus
Spine
Sones
Education of Public to Reduce the Death Toll by Avoidable Accidents
A society argues that public education and moral awakening are essential to cut the high toll from avoidable accidents. It cites 1920 automobile deaths around 15 000 and 500 000 related crashes, urging widespread support to foster safer behavior and self protection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Massachusetts challenges maternity act's constitutionality in federal limits
Massachusetts leads efforts to test the Sheppard-Towner maternity act as Governor Baxter argues against federal overreach. Representative Towner defends the measure detailing how broad federal funding and programs rest on the general welfare clause and enumerated powers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Dickinson Sherman Oaty
Sheppard-Towner
New York
Rhode Island
Percival D. Baxter
Maine
Massachusetts
Horiiee MM. Towner
Michigan
Towner
United States
Congress
Baxter
Washington
Cut Glass Age A Satirical View From Fitzgerald
Quoted passage laments evolving trends from rough to cut glass ages. It satirizes domestic hobbies as young couples marry and later items break or repurpose into worn objects. The tone mimics Plappers and Philosophers with wry social commentary on material culture.
Benny’s New Family Brings Joy to Little Benny
Exchange notes a light hearted reaction as Benny, a boy whose mother died, gains a stepmother through his father’s marriage. Sonny cheerfully proclaims he is glad Benny will have a woman mother now.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benny
Sonny
Paul S Megrue Praises Golden Medical Discovery
Cincinnati man Paul S Megrue credits Dr Pierce s Golden Medical Discovery with restoring vitality and liver health after years of decline. He urges others to visit a neighborhood drug store for tablets or liquid or send 10c for a trial package from Dr Pierce s Invalids Hotel Buffalo NY.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati
Ohio
Dr. Pierce
Paul S. Megrue
Madison Road
Invalids
Buffalo, N. Y
No Chances Taken In Politician Parley
Senator Sorghum quips on applause like money, saying managers staged the acclaim to ensure a smooth reception. He notes that public support must be secured in advance to avoid uncertainty. The exchange reflects campaign tactics and the value placed on staged applause.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senator Sorghum
Diamond Dyes Offer Simple Home Dyeing Promises
An advertisement touts Diamond Dyes as easy to use for dyeing sweaters skirts and coats. It claims guaranteed no spotting fading streaking or running and says directions suit any user even first timers. It advises customers to specify wool or silk or linen cotton or mixed fabrics to ensure proper results.
Wordplay Over Marriage Service Obey Transfer
A Boston Transcript exchange debates omitting the word obey in marriage vows. Miss Young argues against removal, while Miss Stronghold suggests moving the term to the other party in the contract.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Young
Boston Transcript
Not Worthwhile to Think Without Willing Action
A concise reflection asserts that contemplation gains value only when paired with concrete action. It emphasizes the link between planning and execution and warns against paralysis by overthinking.
A Conscience Not Needed When Quick Riches Loom
A sharp proverb notes that in a rush to wealth, a conscience may slow gains. The saying warns against moral restraint in fast money schemes.
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Victor Murdock
Harper’s Magazine
W. L. Huggins
Kansas Industrial Court
Edgar L. Heermance
F. D. Lawson
Society For Prevention of Accidents
United States Supreme Court
Treasury Department
Federal Farm Loan Board
Attorney Generals
Bureau of Education
Reclamation Service
Bureau of Mines
Department of Agriculture
Bay State
HPT
F. Scott Fitzgerald
Paul S& Megrue
W.l.douglas
W.L. Douglas
San Francisco
New England
W. L. Douglas
LL. Douglas Shoe Ca
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