Manager Taylor Reports Trip to Europe and Brussels Visit
Edward M. Taylor of the Chesapeake and Potomac Telephone Co Lynchburg Virginia a Veteran Corps Richmond Blues member describes his Brussels central office tour. He notes Belgian government ownership uses Western Electric gear 350 600 population Brussels six central offices and a 10 000 Inc switching plant highlighting wartime recovery and diligent workers.
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Edward M. Taylor
Chesapeake and Potomac Telephone Company
Lynchburg
Virginia
Veteran Corps
Richmond Blues
Connecticut Militia
Arope
Brussels
Taylor
America
Belgium
Bell
Western Electric
Graybar
Towas
Western Electric Company
Maintenance Man Keeps Phones Alive Through Careful Pruning
The article emphasizes that a well designed telephone plant, if not maintained daily, loses service quality. It highlights the role of maintenance men in testing, detecting hidden defects, and pruning trees near lines to prevent interruptions for emergencies. It mentions a booklet guiding proper pruning by forestry experts.
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F. L Rhodes
American Telephone and Telegraph Company
Iim
Telephones in Bank Vault Ordinance Justice for Chicago
An ordinance introduced in Chicago would require telephones in every bank vault in the city. A clerk once locked in a bank vault could not call for help until rescued. The incident highlights the proposed safety measure to ensure immediate communication with the outside office.
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City Council of
Chicago
Language roots and slang origins in film era talk
The piece asserts slang derivation from a Norwegian phrase about stinging the law, noting languages differ in public focus on language origins and American film and Ford prominence. It emphasizes cultural prominence rather than precise facts.
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Fords
One of Oldest Customs Quoted From Fifth Century Hospitality
A historic entertainment by Hengist for the British king Vortigern is cited as the origin of the custom of drinking healths. Rowena, Hengist’s daughter, knelt before the king and offered the wine cup with the phrase Dear king, your health. This anecdote is widely quoted as the origin of the custom.
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Hengist
Vortigern
Rowena
An Age of Lawlessness in the Judges Era
The piece argues that Israel’s era of prosperity became a lawless age as people reject authority. It cites widespread disobedience in homes schools and society, rising crime and divorces, and questions God’s authority while urging reverence and obedience to divine law through God’s justice.
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Canaan
Israel
Egypt
Moses
Joshua
Byers
America
Imen
Pini
Truth Seekers and the Universal God Reflection
A philosophical reflection asserts that truth seekers are all God's children across ages and places. It claims that a sincere wish for truth instantly brings the Omnipotent to the seeker’s side. The passage frames truth as a divine connection available to anyone regardless of background or strength.
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God
The Service of Sin and Repentance Theme
A cryptic medieval style text opines that service to sins far surpasses earthly bondage. It claims sinners are lured by a dangerous desire so strong it could tempt even divinity to intervene, highlighting the peril of unrepentant life.
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Svlee
God
Daxter
Inventor of the Saxophone Is Dead
A fragment recalling the death of the man who devised the saxophone, with a wary remark that evil deeds endure beyond life. The quotation suggests contemplation on legacy and consequence across time.
Kiddle Katydid and the Green Coat Tailor
In Pleasant Valley a cold night drives a party of woodland creatures indoors. Mr Frog arrives with a green coat for Kiddle Katydid, saying it is a tailor made gift from the creek, while Katydid worries about fitting the coat and consuming him.
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Kiddle
Farmer Green
Chirpy
Mr. Frog
Freddie Firefly
Partner Green
Mr. Vrag
Mr. Vray
Besiles
Mr Frog
Tye
Widdie Kntyadld
Pleasant Valley
Frog
Kiddie
Mr. Crag
Katrold
Wadle
Grosset & Dunlop
Olympia at Sesqui Exposition in Philadelphia Navy Yard
The famous old flag ship Olympia sits at berth in the Philadelphia Navy Yard as the Sesqui Centenary Exposition marks 150 years of American independence. In front lies the U S S Constellation, oldest fighting ship in commission, drawing thousands of visitors daily to the event running through December 1.
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Philadelphia Navy Yard
Milton R. Moukow
San Francesco
Wfe
Abraman Lincoln
Philadelphia
Washington
Picuident
Camel cigarettes offer unmatched taste and social appeal
Camel cigarettes enjoy universal preference among millions of experienced smokers. The brand emphasizes quality tobaccos and a unique blend, claiming no other cigarette leaves the same clean, lasting taste. The ad invites readers to try Camels and enjoy friendly interactions sparked by the brand.
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Tobacco Organization
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Rev
C. H. Benson
Moody Bible Institute
Girugagy
Che Kiddie
Arthur Scott Bailey
R. Frog
Ami
Freddie Priefly
Wight
Crow
Dewey
Olympia
Sesqui
R. J. Reynolds Tobacco Company
Winston-Salem, N. C
Perth
Sirlein
Porter House
Denton
Baltimore
Prampton’s
Greensboro
Meredith & Bowble
Third St. Near Market
Denton, MD
Plaza Ee Plaza
Blades, Rosenfeld & Frederick Attorneys At Law
Fidelity
Baltimore, Maryland
Denton National Bank
Standard Oil Company
N.J
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