Calamity Jane and other frontier legends revisited
A survey traces Calamity Jane from her Missouri origins to Deadwood, detailing why she became infamous in gold camps and wagon trains. It also touches on stage roles like Lightning Bit Jones and the real life links to Captain Dollar, a Pacific trade pioneer, with notes on the myth versus fact of these frontier figures.
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Martha Jane Canary
Missouri
Jane Burke
Deadhwood
Ndina
Kavern
Cheyenne
Wyo
Notable American History Painting by Dorrin in Philadelphia
A Philadelphia painter Jean Leon Gerome Dorin created a famous work titled The first Thanksgiving in America. It is among more than 70 Dorrin subjects depicting U.S. history housed in a Congress Hall gallery in Philadelphia, established in 1817 by the city for that purpose.
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America
Jean Leon Gerome Dorrin
Philadelphia
Congress Hall
Abram Divides With Eli Nephew In Generous Split
Lesson for April 24 reviews Abram’s famine journey to Egypt and back to Bethel, highlighting his generosity toward Lot. It notes Lot’s choice to seek wealth in Egypt, Abram’s peaceful arbitration, and the eventual deliverance of Lot by Abram, illustrating faith over riches and obedience to God.
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Lusson
Abram
Eli
Canaan
Egypt
Canaanites
Ligyat
Pharaoh
Saral
Bethel
Tigypt
Lot
Sodom
Matt
Gems of Thought on Education and Self-Harm Caution
A reflective snippet discusses self-harm avoidance by stating no one is hurt except by themselves. It links education to early parental influence rather than letters, noting a mother’s gaze and a father’s approval as starting points. It muses on transformation through love, a new spirit, and an Obrist-like vitality.
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Ongs
Jones
Frank Macon
Lightnin
New York
Wit Rogers
Mac“ Nightate
Mutt
Nebraska
Department of
Willi Wallace Kennedy
Wall
Brownaville
Neb
Kennedy
Napa
Calif
Frank Bacon
Winchell Smith
Gulf Stream Not Changing Course Through Time
Article in the Merchant Marine Bulletin argues the Gulf Stream remains on its historic path, powered by trade winds and coast geometry. It notes minimal recent change, with minor wind-related variations, and recalls Franklin’s 1770 chart based on a Nantucket pilot’s observations. The piece reflects on how the current shaped early transatlantic routes and American history.
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Merchant Marine Bulletin
Straits of
Morlda
Gulf Streams
Labrador
New York
Gulf Stream
Ponce de Leon
Floridan
Benjamin Franklin
Nantucket
West Indies
America
North Atlantic
Tess Clie
Scallops Surprise Dinner Choice By Kathleen
The B family shared a turkey dinner with trimmings and scalloped oysters. When offered more, Kathleen chose the scallops over the oysters saying she did not care for the oysters but wanted the scallops.
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Kathleen
Economic Leaders to Speak on Newspaper Hour
Outstanding economic problems of the day will be discussed on the National Barn and Home Hour Saturday April 30 by L A Downs president of the Illinois Central railroad Benjamin M Anderson Jr economist Chase National Bank and United States Senator Otis I Glenn of Minnesota The broadcast directed by the corn belt farm dailies group will include editors and speakers who will present for the farm radio audience a discussion of current economic conditions The program aims to attract vast audiences by featuring three prominent economic figures before NBC microphones
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L. A. Downs
Ilnois Central Railroad
Benjamin M. Anderson
Chase National Bank
City of
New York
United States
Otia I. Glenn
Miinola
Corn- Belt Farm Dailies
Chicago Drovers Journal
Kansas City Drovers Telegram
Omaha Journal-Stockman
St. Lotg Dally Livestock Reporter
Charles SK. Snyder
NBC
Speeches Highlight Economic Problems in National Ag Org
A series of talks were delivered by speakers chosen for their Tong experience and connections to economic challenges. The emphasis was on practical ideas and rapid transit as a principal solution, reflecting the importance of agricultural organizations nationwide.
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Ture
Snyder
Lee Sims recalls early radio days and fancy rise
Lee Sims discusses his NBC era shift from a rough WTAS setup to modern fame. He notes the old station in a remodeled stable with a hayloft studio, a cheap piano, a glow microphone, and limited staff. He recalls wearing a bathing suit in summer heat and swimming between segments. He contrasts that with today’s glamour and lucrative 15 minute performances.
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Lee Sims
NBC
The
Charley Erbstein
WTAS
Willy
Tommy
Annie
Sammy
Charile
Charlie
Lee
One room apartment sought for a dollar
A reader reports a need for a low rent single room not a sit room, requesting a one room apartment for a dollar and expressing a desire for affordable housing options.
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Louise M. Comstock
Bill Jones
Cappy Ricks
Dollar
Oriant
Aden
San Rafael
Weatory Nowapancr Union
P.O. Fitzwaten
Ber Gt
Moody Bille Natitute
Ohlenge
Diogenes
Ioepalooka
Henry
Waterloo
Columbia Cos
Jimmy
Meas Ts
Ivory
Eagle Brand
Borden
Madison Avenue
N.Y
Baby
Hes
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