Crazy Boat Captain Panic Off Miami 1929 Cruise
Suzanne Mathias recalls a December 1929 weekend voyage when a chartered cabin cruiser sailed into danger. The captain, described as insane, threatened crew with a gun, ranted about heavenly salvation, and forced the group to drift ninety miles from land before fatefully turning back to Miami. The episode ended with authorities alerted and the passengers shaken but safe.
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Ello
Suzanne
Mathias
New York City
Miami
Florida Keys
Sweden
Extending an Olive Branch by Uncle Eben
An aged storyteller recalls teaching and the idea of offering peace with a sharp edge. He quips that even an olive branch may be chosen to be as firm as a birch rod, reflecting a tough approach to reconciliation.
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Eben
King Spoke No English and Walpole Dominated Government
The king spoke no English and showed little interest in his realm allowing ministers to run affairs, led by Sir Robert Walpole who held real power in government.
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Gedree I
Becaus
Robert Walpole
A City for 2,600 Years Rome’s Enduring Rise
The article reflects on Rome Italy as a city that has stood for 2,600 years on the seven hills. It traces Rome as the apex among a dozen rival Romes that once reached glory and then faded away.
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Rome
Italy
Inscription on New York Postoffice Adapts Herodotus Quote
The main New York City post office features the line Not snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom of night in script. It is adapted from a saying of Herodotus and referenced as a postal motto illustrating perseverance.
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N. Y
New York City
Herodotus
Houston Goodiss
East 39Th Street
Favorite Fruit in Jamaica
The favorite fruit in Jamaica is called an ugli a cross between a grapefruit and a tangerine, combining virtues of both.
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Jamaica
British West Indies
Hyrax Related to Elephant and Hippopotamus
A compact description notes the hyrax is related to elephants and hippos in structure but differs in size. It resembles a guinea pig in appearance with brown fur, elephant-like feet, and tiny tusks.
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Guinea
Hollywood Matrimony and Tragedy News Roundup
Virginia Vale reports on the Arlen couple's trial separation and hopes for a reunion. Margot Graham's Reno divorce signals a possible marriage to Alan MacMartin. Hollywood mourns Jack Dunn after his death linked to illness, ending a promising skater’s career and his planned Rudolph Valentino biopic role.
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Margot Graham
Reno
Hollywood
Francis Lister
England
Alan MacMartin
Jack Dunn
Sonja Henie
Rudolph’ Valentino
Seth Parker program returns with sponsor backing
Seth Parker is back on air this fall with a big sponsor. Phillips Lord, former Seth and recent Gang Busters figure, will again intone Start it off Ma as the radio show resumes, reviving Sunday hymn gatherings nationwide.
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Seth Parker
Seth
Phillips Lord
Barrymore in Hold That Co Ed Had to Include Elaine
John Barrymore refused to work unless his wife appeared in Hold That Co-Ed. Elaine was cast after a meeting in New York for her college paper, though the scene can be dropped without altering the story. Road to Reno continues at Universal, delaying release by tests that ran 17 days for two reels. Miss Hampton plans a screen return after a decade away.
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John Barrymore
Twentieth Century-Fox
John
Elaine
New York
Reno
Universal
Miss Hampton
Made for Each Other publicized by Lombard at Selznick
Carole Lombard enjoyed shaping publicity for Selznick International and her next film Made for Each Other received substantial promotion. Edgar Bergen must report to an insurer on leaving John to detail provisions made. Charlie McCarthy’s safety is insured for ten dollars while he is away.
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Carole Lombard
Selznick International
Edgar Bergen
John
Charlie
McCarthy
Arlie
Modern Conception of Meat by Houston Goudiss
Houston Goudiss examines meat’s nutritional value and role in diet, arguing meat remains important for protein, iron, vitamins, and digestion. He notes meat’s high digestibility, clarifies fat and vitamin content across beef, pork, lamb, and liver, and discusses meat’s place in children’s meals and disease history.
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Houston
Goudiss
Value of Meat Extractives Deliberated in Text
Meat contains small amounts of extractives. It is partly because the composition includes natural substances that give flavor aroma and color to processed products. This study notes enzymatic and thermal effects on extractive levels during curing and cooking.
No Substitute for Meat Says 1938 Contention
A 1938 note argues veal digests as quickly as beef and red meats are not inherently less digestible than white meats. It dismisses the belief that meat quality makes digestion harder and endorses meat as essential for flavor and ease of preparation.
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WNU
C. Houston Goudiss
Slim Waist Frocks For Home And Wear
Fresh new dresses ideal for house chores and porch outings feature slim waists and cool designs. The Day Frock for Slim Figures has a gored skirt and square neckline with extended waist seams for fullness, while the Large Figures style offers a deep V neck and darts for a trim fit. Patterns 1558 and 1533 cover multiple sizes. materials and trimming quantities listed. Send orders to The Sewing Circle Pattern Dept Room 1020 Chicago Illinois. Price 15 cents each.
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Hese
Rcrac
Sewing Circle Pattern Dept
W. Wacker Dr
Chicago
Bell Syndicate
WNU
Vestibule of Wisdom Quote by Col ton
A quotation on doubt and self effort notes the doubt is a gateway to wisdom. It states that solving truth through own exertion yields lasting gain to guide future steps. The passage emphasizes personal understanding over passive reception.
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Temple of Wisdom
Colton
Robin Sings John Muir Quote About Fear and Love
A naturalist favorite lines about robins frame the song as a reassurance that fear fades and only love remains. The quote attributes a calming folk sentiment to the bird’s melody and nature wisdom.
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John Muir
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