The Eagle on Prohibition and Democratic Platform
The Eagle recalls past criticisms of its stance on prohibition and Klansmen, arguing the Eighteenth Amendment failed, and endorses repeal. It praises the Democratic platform for returning to states rights, calls for a constitutional amendment proposal, and outlines tax, tariff, and government reduction goals. The piece cites historical figures and stresses restoring Jeffersonian ideals.
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Batchelor's Buttons Grown By W Batchelor
Note on the city beautiful. Weeds knee high along the sites in sections of Dothan. City collects street tax ranging from twenty five to fifty dollars. Weeds can be cut for a price. pa t s de ity cen. Crew and others appear in fragmented text about city maintenance and fees.
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Dothan
Mford
Good Advice for Safe Fourth of July
Florence Thues News compiles National Bureau guidance for a three day holiday. Do not drive recklessly or fatigue. keep to the right. avoid tailgating. Swim only if skilled. avoid deep water and sun poisoning. Use fireworks safely. do not hold or throw near others. avoid guns and cap pistols. seek prompt first aid for injuries.
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Florence Thues
Independence Way
National Bureau of Casualty and Surety
Ware county cash basis plan yields large surplus
The Ware county and Waycross city governments run on a cash basis, paying all current bills as they come due and meeting bond debt obligations. The Waycross Journal-Herald notes a surplus of nearly 74,000.59 dollars, crediting county commissioners for prudent fiscal management and avoiding debt buildup.
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Waycross Journal-Herald
Ware County
Georgia
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New York Letter by William Gaines about a city block
New York. You can order an elephant from Louis Ruhe and have it delivered in the afternoon. A Fifties barber shop forbids speaking to patrons. A Second Avenue block holds a French pastry shop Italian grocery German delicatessen Green restaurant and an American chain store. A butcher talks of neutrality as a patron asks his nationality.
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New York
Louis Ruhe
Broadway
Woodslle
Long Island
Fifth Avenue
Second Avenue
League of Nations
Polite Chauffeur and Curious Theater Lights in New York
Two elderly women halt for a left turn and dance in front of a meter, a uniformed chauffeur salutes and lets them pass. I note unusually courteous NYC drivers, and two taxis exchange apologies after a bump at the Central building. A new legitimate theater adds flashlight seats for program viewing, prompting seat-change complaints on sell-out nights.
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Park Avenue
New York
New York Central
Notable personal glimpses from a playful page
Pat Kearney, playwright, is a skillful amateur magician who claims to pull animals and ideas from his hat. Chrystal Hearne ranks among stage circles top bridge players. A Stamford hitchhiking observer, heading toward New York, flashed a briefcase labeled N Y. Lobster salesmen along the Connecticut coast face a challenging market.
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Chrystal Hearne
Stamford
New York
N. Y
Connecticut
Ruth Bryan Owen Defeat Challenges Congress Rule
CHICAGO The loss of Ruth Bryan Owen in Florida's Fourth district upended a long held Capitol Hill rule about representing home folk. Owen had spent substantial effort on constituency needs, earning a reputation for prioritizing her district.
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Chicago
Ruth Bryan Owen
Florida
Capitol Hill
Congress
Aided Her District in Washington 1928 Efforts
A profile of a devoted congresswoman who pursued district needs with zeal. She split time between campaigns, speeches, and private bills to aid fishermen and former residents. An 8.0090 mile lecture tour funded a trip for a student pair from 18 counties, with 42 addresses in seven weeks.
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Washington
FOLLOWED OWN COURSE BY A BRYAN DAUGHTER IN CONGRESS
The passage describes a female member resembling her father William Jennings Bryan, determined to shape her own political path. It notes her magnetism and significant parliamentary workload, with comments on the feminine bloc in the House losing color without her. She is portrayed as slim, vital, and socially active.
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Wiliam Jennings Bryan
Trouble in a Domestic Rift? Fading Fragments of a quarrel
In a terse, fragmentary report two friends recount the early moments of a dispute between a husband and wife. The text captures a scene at the outset of the quarrel with limited readable details.
Talks to Parents By Alice Judson Peale
A 3 year old girl envies boys and asks to become a boy. Her mother counters with a doll and the promise of motherhood, showing how early gender perceptions shape self view. Understanding and timely support can prevent future issues.
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Alice Judson Peale
Treating Toxic Goiter Under Dr Lago Goldston
Dr Lago Goldston outlines medical surgical and radiologic options for toxic goiter. Treatment choice depends on age, disease duration and intoxication, with iodine and rest for young patients but possible surgery for nonresponsive cases. X ray and radium may be used in certain cases, emphasizing cautious risk assessment.
Missionary Society marks fiftieth anniversary in Geneva
The Methodist Missionary Society celebrated its 50th anniversary with a program at Mrs. C. D. Chapman’s home. Honorary member Mrs. Meklie Morris received flowers. The event included poems by Mrs. D. H. Morris Jr. and Mrs. W. O. Mulkey, a roll call by decades, and a convocation of members and guests chaired by Mrs. C. D. Carmichael.
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Methodist Missionary Society
C. D. Chapman
Meklie Morris
Howers
C. D. Carmichael
J. C. Martin
D. H. Morris, Jr
James Mulkey
W. O. Mulkey
N.w.thornton
Jake Purvis
Laurie EB
Marie Chapmen
Eleanor Ard
Hambone's Meditations Notes Foot Movements on Roof
A humorous note by J. P. Alley references a man named Pahson Bin performing movements on a new roof over a church house. The piece highlights his actions, with emphasis on his hands and the roof structure.
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Hambone’s Meditations
J. P. Alley
Painful Victory in a Paper Chase
Ada and Bill win a local paper chase but Ada’s hands swell from hornet stings and bandages. Peggy’s mother provides care and lemonade. Ada endures days of pain yet insists the win proves girls can enjoy the race and not spoil the fun. Peggy shares a secret with Ada.
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John
Patient guidance on treatment choice in toxic goiter cases
A medical guidance note warns patients with toxic goiter not to dictate treatment to physicians based on others experiences. It emphasizes timely decisions when surgery is advised and that surgeons cannot guarantee outcomes if conditions have progressed.
Wiser But Rudder President Sees Modern Students
New York June 20 AP President Frederick B. Robinson of City College says today’s students are brighter than 29 years ago but more talkative and their manners are much worse. He calls the modern student sharper yet ruder in conduct.
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New York
Frederick B. Robinson
City College
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