Post Office Rates Spark Philadelphia Revenue Debate
Times note that Philadelphia post office takes in about $15 000 daily when letters shift from three to two cents. The figure echoes Benjamin Franklin’s 1774 colonial revenues from post offices after years of building the system. An advertisement touts Cuticura remedies for itching scalp and clear skin with daily use.
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Balance of a Balance Man
Theas Balance Man discusses critics who weigh learning by fashion rather than quality, questioning the balance scales of judgment. It notes their usefulness for valuing market worth while warning against levity clouding accuracy. Alcott references weighers of value and opinion.
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A. Bronson Alcott
Boschee's Syrup Promoted Amid Weather Colds
An ad urging precautions against influenza promotes Boschee's Syrup as a fifty three year household remedy for coughs bronchitis and colds. It claims ease of nocturnal coughing and morning expectoration made in America and sold with substitutes rejected. Also includes a cartoon dialogue about a train stop and a boy seeking Billy's kite.
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United States
America
Lloyd George 15 Beaten In House Storm Over Aliens Bill
London Oct 24 The government suffered a 72 vote defeat 185 to 113 on an aliens bill amendment as Bonar Law moved to postpone further action Parliament adjourned The opposition attacked French pilots rights amid fears of German access to ports The clash dominated by finance talks with Austen Chamberlain noting rising expenditures and plans for anti dumping measures Lords urged heavier taxation and a capital levy to avert national bankruptcy leading to a sober forecast of economic sacrifice and policy shifts
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Iowa State News Highlights Iowa Leaders and Events
Des Moines reelected W. F. Cronk as superintendent of Iowa United Brethren church at Cedar Rapids conference. Veterans in Warren County will vote on hospital plans. Des Moines area rural sentiment supports the proposition with demonstrations noted. Iowa State College team won the butter judging silver cup in Chicago. Knights of Columbus initiated over 300 Du buque men. Apple harvest figures at state hospital for the insane in Clarinda and remaining fruit harvests reported. Prominent figures Wm A Sunday, John R Mott, and Herbert Hoover named as leaders. Tuberculosis mortality rises due to war, cost of living, and influenza. Iowa State College plans new dormitory, armory, drill hall, and library to handle growth. Grinnell College revives an old singing school as "sight singing." P J Baverald’s corn yields record, with a 22x kernels ear. Urbandale poised for street lighting as it nears its third birthday. Cedar Falls church conference routines set four-year policies. Grinnell approves women’s cinder track. Boone County clubs push calf pig and corn activities with Chicago trip as prize. Ames to judge team for International competition. University of Iowa extension supports public health education. Farm Bureau membership drive expands across many counties. Cornell College to host high school theme contest with $20 top prize. Calhoun county closes rural schools with low attendance. Ames hosts farm crops and field day with demonstrations by Professors Stevenson and Hughes.
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Auto stalled, he freezes Crsper oil man Chandler dies
George Chandler, prominent oil man, disappeared in a blizzard on October 5B while driving from Rawling toward old fields. He died of cold three miles from a camping site after trudging twenty miles through the storm. His body was found three miles from the Associated Oil company camp.
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George Chanler
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Appeal for Red Cross Aid to Broaden Welfare Work
President Wilson urges a broad postwar Red Cross drive from November 2 to 11 to sustain soldiers services and expand domestic welfare. He stresses membership over funds, calls for community action, and notes continued foreign relief as Europe recovers after the war.
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Unladylike Behavior Leads to Phone Mixup
Bernice, in the habit of calling her father, fitted the receiver and asked for the number. After a minute the operator said to hang up as the line was busy. She told her mother in disbelief that the woman chased her off the phone.
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Watermelon Oops Sparks Quick Morning Recap
Robert finished dinner and asked to be excused. While at the table his mother served watermelon. He realized he left too soon and returned to his chair to apologize and request to go back for the fruit.
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A Mild Cal lingers in office hours writings
A Ms. Mild Cail faces a dispute with her employer over letters filled with affection. The manager notes that the letters clog the building’s mall chute, prompting worries about blockage and workplace etiquette during office hours. The exchange reveals tension between creative expression and facility constraints.
Speeds Building Develops Netting Covered Temporary Structure
Norwegian builders unveil a rapid construction method using wooden rod netting fastened to uprights and bound with wire, then coated with plaster to form a temporary shelter.
Physically Fit At Any Age Ad Promises Kidney Relief
An advertisement touts staying physically fit through age, stressing kidney health as the most important organ. It claims pain relief from unspecified remedy, promises immediate effects and refunds if not satisfied, and includes disjointed marketing language about confidential guarantees and seals.
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Mababe Saale
Holland
War Claims One Third of Italian Livestock for Food
An authoritive estimate states about 30 percent of Italy's livestock used for war food has been slaughtered. Recovery will take several years as the losses are recouped.
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Italy
Aspirin and patent medicine claims from 19th century ad
A fragmented old advertisement proclaims Bayer aspirin tablets in a Bayer package with directions for headaches neuralgia lumbago and rheumatism. It asserts Bayer is genuine aspirin prescribed by physicians for nineteen years and notes a tin of 12 tablets costs a few cents. It also includes a Walts Catarrh Medicine pledge by Frank J Cheney offering 100 dollars for incurable catarrh and a chaotic endorsement by Cheney & Co of Toledo Ohio with dated notary text from 1886.
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Would Be Friend In Need
An old anecdote from George McDanle of Metro California recalls a time in Atlanta when he and his brother ran a business. A wounded Black man sought protection, they aided him and offered medical help despite Southern upbringing. The man later promised aid if they ever faced trouble.
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Exchanged Words Over A Growing Girl In Mexico
Dialog shows a father and mother debating a girl’s behavior. Father notes how a growing girl is hard to manage and links it to deeds. He adds commentary on Mexican women, stating many go bareheaded, reflecting a dated stereotype.
The Striped Pig and Prohibition Era Lore
A Chicago article recalls an 18th century Massachusetts dry law tale of the Striped Pig. A muster site side show offered a red and black pig for four pence while freely distributing liquor, sparking fame, songs, a beverage name, and a burlesque in New York.
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Renadville Fair
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New York
Cold Day for Him in Stranger Water Leak Tale
A snappy dialogue fragment centers on Jim's marriage to a frigid wife who freezes his money. Peggy is pressed to keep a secret but laments sharing confidences with others. The overheard exchange hints at a leak in a private matter and the chill of a strained relationship.
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