Manchuria Crisis Dominates League and Reich Talks
The article tracks tensions in Manchuria with China warning of arming and possible troops, Japan shelling Chinese forces, and fears of a broader international fight. It notes League of Nations deliberations, requests for international policing, and pressures from Germany on disarmament and reparation issues in Paris and Berlin.
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Japan
League of Nations
China
Groener
Germany
Senator Caraway Nomination Prompts Political Speculation
The text discusses Mrs. Hattie Caraway potentially being nominated to fill an unexpired Senate term, implying a possible election. It notes her public affairs knowledge and social prominence at the Lord Baltimore mansion near Washington. A separate royal romance tale covers Prince Nicholas, his marriage with Mme. Delet, and reactions from King Carol in Romania.
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Hattie Caraway
Umania
Nicholas
Carol
Tieana
O Nicholas
Mme. Delet
Vilage
Tohan
Bucharest
Romania
Prince Nicholas
Queen Marie
Henna
America
Leavitt Arrest Ties President Hoover Relative to Bootleg Case
C Van Ness Leavitt, brother-in-law of President Hoover, was arrested in Santa Monica California on prohibition charges. Police found him in an alley with a sack of nineteen pints of liquor during a raid on speak easies. He posted bail after pleading not guilty. He said a store visitor handed him the sack to dispose of it, not knowing it held liquor. The store owner was also arrested. he suspected a fleeing bootlegger brought in the sack.
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C. van Ness Leavitt
Hoover
Santa Monica
Calif
Leavitt
Edison Heir Denies Rift With Father in Will Fight
William L. Edison, Thomas A. Edison’s second son, claims he never disagreed with his father and seeks to contest the will from Wilmington Delaware. He notes co development of radio gear with his father and says he will not turn the case into personal attacks.
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Illiam L. Edison
Thomas A. Edison
Wilmington
Del
William
Edison
Charles
Theodore Wilson
Thomas
Armistice Day Observances Across the Nation
President Hoover led Armistice Day ceremonies with General Pershing Secretary Hurley and Secretary Adams. They laid a wreath at Arlington on the Unknown Soldier tomb and dedicated a marble temple in West Potomac Park. Hoover then visited the frigate Constitution in the afternoon.
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Hoover
General Pershing
Hurley
Navy ‘Adams
Arlington Cemetery
West Potomac Park
Washington
District ‘of Columbia
Constitution
First quarrel over a teased flypaper joke
The excerpt shows George and a woman trading sharp lines amid marital tensions. He compares her to old women and a flypaper, then explains the metaphor about attraction and staying fixed, hinting at lasting consequences for his leg.
Bound to be Is Tom the marrying sort of chap
A fragment from a dialogue questions Tom’s readiness for marriage and his understanding of the path ahead. The exchange hints at expectations, intent, and the uncertainty of future plans.
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Tom
Ballpark Snack Exchange Echoes Between Fans
In a lively exchange, spectators quiz Speckles about ballpark snacks and settle on popcorn, candy, or other treats before approving a lighthearted bust of the moment.
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Speckles
A Flying Chance in Matrimonial Market
A Boston Transcript note says Maud plans to marry an aviator, describing her engagement as a bold move or a flyer. The item hints at romance in a playful, society column tone.
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Maud
Boston Transcript
Rescue Mission Noted in Hamburg Dispatch
In Hamburg, a report quotes Hummel noting a friend captured by cannibals was already scratched off the menu when arrival occurred. The brief reflects a grim recount from the field and emphasizes danger faced by rescuers.
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Hamburg
Salt on eggs forever after
A playful exchange recalls a seaside moment as a child expresses a stubborn wish to avoid salt on his eggs after swimming in the ocean. The tale captures a seaside family memory with gentle humor.
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Johnny
Peters Jackson Says Nothing Worried About Finances
In a brief interview Peters Jackson states no concerns about money as his wife continues working, downplaying any financial strain.
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Peters
Jackson
Meters
Old Flame Returns Sparks Around Her Face Lights Up
A fragment hints at a rekindled romance with a woman reacting as an unnamed man, described as an old flame, enters the scene creating a visible lift in her expression. The text suggests nostalgia and personal history between the pair.
Birthday Party Postponed in Silly Suppositions
A whimsical note speaks of missed celebrations as imagined futures derail plans. The speaker references a nephew figure and a childlike regret over a nonoccurred party.
Letter Found In Coat Pocket Sparks Marital Tangle
A terse exchange reveals a wife’s assertion she placed a letter in her husband’s coat pocket for posting. The dialogue gains a sharp, ironic edge as the husband feigns ignorance, while the wife claims authorship of the failed secrecy.
Faint One Narrates Stray Tales of Wardrobe Whispers
A fragmentary item quotes playful banter about fashion and voice from a collection labeled Stray tories. The lines hint at a story setting where clothing and whispered words carry weight. No clear event or person names are given in the readable text.
Going my way Yea ride home line in dialogue fragment
A brief OCR fragment shows two voices quoting a ride invitation. The exchange centers on a suggested path or route home, with casual tone and unclear context. No identifiable people or organizations are provided in readable text.
Montana Farmers See Income Rise From Price Gains in Late 1931
Montana farmers, especially dairy, poultry and feed producers, report higher incomes as meat market prices firm and late wheat price upturn adds about a million dollars to agricultural income. The Crop Reporting Service notes a $169,000 rise in gross farm income for October 16 with gains in butter fat eggs hay and turkeys. Wheat premiums rise from 1 to 19 cents amid a small 1931 crop.
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Helena
Montana
State
Federal Crop Reporting Service
Fire destroys six business blocks in Camas Hot Springs
Montana news reports a major blaze wiping out six business buildings in Camas Hot Springs. Additional items note plans to improve Malta swimming pool site, a gas pocket found at Adams No 1 test well, and multiple civic projects across the state.
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Camas Hot Springs
Mont
Malta
Phillips County Post
American Legion
Adams No. 1
Montana Gas and Petroleum Association
Walter Arnold
Butte
Missoula
C. J. Forbis
Edward Barr
Chicago
Benefit Association of Railway Employes
Deer Lodge
Montana Horticultural Society
Orchard Homes Country Life
Lewistown
Havre
Helena
Kalispell
Miles City
Rosebud County
Red Cross
Montana
Internacago
State Department of Agriculture
Warren W. Moses
Ralph Darlinton
Bozeman
State Agricultural College
Portland
Ore
Lyle
Marsh
Fergus County High School
Saco and Malta Veterans
Fergus
Petroleum
National Red Cross _ organization
Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin Ad
Poisons absorbed from souring waste in the bowels cause dullness headaches and bilious feelings. A small amount of Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin gently clears up trouble and works by helping the bowels. Dr Caldwell studied constipation for over forty seven years to make a natural mild effective laxative with pleasant taste.
London Zoo Receives Rare Houtzla Bird
The London Zoo acquires one of the world’s rarest birds, a houtzla, noted for its ancient traits. It has two wing claws, dives from its nest into the river to escape danger, and climbs back with the claws. Adults resemble small pheasants. Nestling appears reptilian.
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London Zoo
Ten Million Stockholders Highlight Large US Firms
A recent survey finds 128 leading American companies save 10 000 or more stockholders and excludes smaller corporations. The findings suggest vast ownership dispersion among major firms while smaller firms remain off the tally.
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United States
How One Man Lost 22 Pounds
Detroit man Herman Rankis reports relief from rheumatic pain after using Kruschen Salts. He says one bottle helped him start a diet and lose 22 pounds, leaving him feeling like a new man. The ad promotes a half teaspoon daily in hot water before breakfast with an 85 cent bottle and a money back guarantee if unsatisfied after the first bottle.
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Herman Rankis
Detroit
America
Nose ring sales pitch with engagement set shown
A salesman offers a customer a diamond nose ring and presents a three piece engagement wedding and teething ring combination set as the latest item. The dialogue centers on product options and novelty jewelry.
California Fig Syrup Promised for Young Patient
The ad extols a fifty year endorsed California Fig Syrup for bilious and weak bowels in children. It cites Mrs Joseph W Hill of Omaha praising the remedy for her baby John and crediting it with stopping his stomach and bowels trouble.
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California
Joseph W. Hill
Bedford, Ave
Omaha
Nebraska
John
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Tientsin
Henry Pu Yi
Liang In- Ching
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