Adventures With American Dollar in a Global Exchange
Maynard Owen Williams recalls a world of shifting rates from 18 countries, detailing how a 700 percent profit emerged in Harbin and how consular pay, stamps, and gold pieces tested balance. He notes how currency debasement, provincial rates in China, and letter of credit beat direct exchanges for travelers.
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Washington, D. C
Maynard Owen Williams
National Geographic Society
Madras
Budapest
Uncle Sam
Merica
Hankow
Peking
Petrograd
Bank of Communications
Hanchow
Yangtze
Harbin
China
Wis
Bureau of Standards
Shanghai
Titus
Russia
Vladivostok
Siberian
Caucasus
Pacific
Turkestan
America
Tiflis
India
Persia
Europe
United States Customs
Bombay
Colombo
Karachi
Jeet TP
Bowbay
Abigail Adams Shaft Memorial in Quincy Massachusetts
The memorial shaft honors Abigail Smith Adams wife of John Adams second President and mother of John Quincy Adams. Erected by the Daughters of the Revolution the shaft marks the spot where Abigail Adams and a young John Quincy Adams watched the Battle of Bunker Hill.
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Quincey
Masa
Daughters of the Revolution
Abigail Smith Adams
John Adams
United States
John Quincy Adams
Abigail Adams
Bupker Aul
Paris Fad Features Voluminous Handkerchiefs
Paris women embrace a bold trend with large handkerchiefs worn matching blouses in vivid color. The style shows a yard square handkerchief tucked in a central old pocket, ends left to hang. The look coordinates with the blouse, creating a striking, coordinated silhouette.
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Paris
Aolde
Dutch Colonial Home for Farm Becomes Economy Build
An illustrated guide by William A Radford argues Dutch colonial design suits farm homes. It describes a 38 by 26 foot seven-room plan with a central entrance living room dining room and kitchen, plus a farm office, bath, pantry, washroom and basement. The piece links attractive farmhouses to keeping girls on farms so boys remain nearby.
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William A. Radford
Prairie Avenue
Chicago
Maid Leaves After Car Use Complaints
Mrs Munn visiting her daughter in Huskin Place recounts a northern city maid’s trouble keeping a job. The maid stayed briefly, then quit claiming overwork at the last job and excess car access. The daughter did not permit use of the family car and the maid departed seeking different conditions.
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Munn
Huskin Place
Mia
Mann
Indianapolis Star
Daddy’s Example: Father scolds Dorothy for dislike
A brief domestic scene shows a father reproving his daughter Dorothy for her behavior. She retorts that he does many things she dislikes, highlighting a child’s perspective on parental actions. The exchange conveys a mild, everyday family moment.
Tanlac praised by Kentucky couple after stomach trouble
Mr J A White and wife of Leestown Pike near Lexington report chronic dyspepsia relief after using Tanlac. They describe immediate improvement, better sleep, and renewed energy, with White joking he could beat any hand in corn shucking. Ad notes Tanlac sold by leading druggists.
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J. A. White
Leestown Pike
Nea
Lexington
Tanlac
Mrs. White
Vhe Barter Returns Doctor Portrait Price
In a terse exchange a doctor asks the cost of a portrait and the artist replies with a list of twenty two prescriptions, framing the barter as the price for no portrait. The fragment hints at a satirical or mythical dialogue on art and value.
Allen's Foot Ease advertised for workers and soldiers
Farmers and workers are urged to use Allen's Foot Ease to prevent rubbing and blisters. The antiseptic powder freshens feet and keeps shoes from rubbing, claiming added comfort and efficiency. It notes heavy wartime foot powder usage by the Army and Navy and states the product is sold everywhere.
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Allen
Baggage Man Then Finds Smashing Business Success
In a brief exchange, a source notes a man now working as a baggage handler has transitioned to a smashing level of success. The remark implies strong earnings and positive reception of his work, highlighting a notable career shift and favorable results.
Fatonic Endorsed by C W Burton for Stomach Trouble
A testimonial claims Fatonic cures long running stomach issues by addressing acidity and gases. It suggests Eutonic tablets after meals for relief from sourness belching indigestion and indigestion related troubles, with a big box offered at a small price under a druggist guarantee.
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C. W. Burton
Batonic
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England
G. W. Welting
Jack Turner
Alva Debnam
Atlanta
Derby
Washington
Secretary of Agriculture
Wallace
Office Iosit'o
Living Run
Seito
Souk
Diniag Rak
Doan
Colorado
D. A. Butler
Meeker St
Delta
Colo
N. U
Denver
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