Hoover Library at Stanford Receives War Documents
The Hoover War Library at Stanford University endowed by Herbert Hoover has received 44,500 pools and pamphlets. The collection includes 12,000 in Russian, 10,000 in French, 8,000 in English, plus Hungarian and Italian items. It aims to procure all official wartime documents and reconstruction era materials, with 600 Europe-related reports and private papers from wartime figures. Hoover, a Stanford graduate of 1905, serves on the board of trustees.
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Geologist Claims Wyoming First Glacial Spot in North America
Denver geologist C J Hares argues Wyoming was the earliest glaciated area in North America with tertiary glaciation predating later ice sheets. He estimates a 200000 year spread, ice reaching coastal regions and suggesting a profound climatic shift during the Tertiary era.
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Rock Springs
C. J. Hares
Denver
Palmyra Island Mislisted as British by Authorities
Palmyra Island, 980 nautical miles from Honolulu, formerly tied to Hawaii, has been mislisted as British in recent imaps and atlases. The Interior Department notes it is American, with a lagoon and a small coconut landscape. Nearby four islands, including Jarvis and Howland, are ambiguously shown on some maps.
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Palmyra
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Department of the Interior
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Honolulu
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Sawle
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Great Britain
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Ielands
Jarvis
Howland
Balkeer
National Geographic Society
Tragic Sea Deaths Reach Two Girls Adrift
Two young sisters ages five and three survive a brutal seaside tragedy near Petersburg Alaska after a motor boat incident. The alleged assailant Tom Ride and his wife are central, with reports of a fatal act followed by flight and a dramatic self-inflicted end. The girls wandered ashore, aided by the tide, and later sought help at a cannery. Foster plans and drinking prior to the event are mentioned as context.
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Four Year Old Gurmel Petry Jr Survives Bean Lung Operation
Surgeons remove a bean from the left lung of four year old Gurmel Petry Jr of Ranlay Vail. Recovery noted after the risky procedure with limited medical details available.
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National body to war on criminals forms in New York
New York set to combat crime with a permanent national crime commission. A wide range of influential supporters pledged aid and an extensive national committee will oversee crackdown efforts. Key figures include George W. Wickersham, ex attorney general, and John W. Davis, plus others across government and diplomacy.
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George W. Wickersham
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Tie Waly
Charles 8. Whitinga
George S. Silver
New Jersey
George Gordon Battle
John W. Davis
New Railroad Connects South American Countries
Washington reports the completion of a 124 mile railroad linking Bolivia and Argentina. The National Geographic Society says it unites North and South America with bands of steel, providing a new outlet for Bolivia and connecting to Argentina, Uruguay, Brazil, and Peru. It enables connections with Pacific ports and may extend toward Cuzco, Peru, with over half of the 10,211 miles between Washington and Buenos Aires already paved.
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Argentina
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South America
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Ste Koutharn
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Braal
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Cuzco
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Buenos Aires
Bees Die After Tree Treatment In Werder District
Millions of bees in the Werder district died after chemicals were sprinkled on fruit trees. Only insects near the orchards perished, triggering investigations into pesticide use and environmental impact.
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Werder
Germany
Irish tourist trade faces mixed signals in Dublin club talk
At the Hotary club in Dublin a complaint arose that tourist traffic from America has not met expectations this year. A returning member recalled humiliating questions about Ireland and doubts about its travel potential, while P J O'Brien of the Irish Tourist Development Association said arrivals at Cabh exceed 1,000 weekly and trade with England is roughly double pre war levels, though some doubt overall prospects.
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Hotary Club
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Ireland
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Pige
Irish Tourist Development Assoglition
Cabh
England
Cities of Future to Be Big Trade Centers
Cilengo's vision of future cities portrays a centralized business hub with shuttered suburbs and a planned transit network. Professor William Mee Renal from the University of Washington cites ecology and transportation as shaping forces, predicting widespread suburban growth and dense inner-city clusters linked by subway and elevated lines.
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Renain
Desert Coyote Threat to Mojave Settlers Spurs Inquiry
A dated, fragmented report notes coyote predation on Mojave settlers and widespread property theft while owners are away. Register Brainerd of the U S land office in Los Angeles cites extensive losses and urges the Justice Department to investigate conditions and protect homesteaders amid a fading code of frontier hospitality.
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Japs Consume Millions of Snakes for Food and Medicine
Tokyo reports estimate Japan consumes between 4 and 6 million snakes annually for medicine and food. Snake catchers like Zon San claim the country uses 80 percent of snakes by drying, powdering, or making capsules, while 20 percent are boiled, roasted, or eaten. Snake catching and processing clusters exist near Mount Jouk and Uchigagen with about 200 men in the trade.
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Uchigagen
Plan Memorial to Tom Watson in Georgia Capitol Grounds
The Tom Watson Memorial association has launched plans to erect a memorial or statue for the late Georgia figure. The monument is to be placed in the state capitol or on the capitol grounds, reflecting enduring respect for Watson.
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State Capitol
Tax Burden Rises Sharply Since 1914 Across Nations
A comparative study by the national Industrial Conference outlines a tripling of taxation in the United States since World War I era, with per capita taxes rising markedly in Britain, France, Italy, Belgium and Germany. It notes higher per capita taxes but greater wealth in the U.S. reduces relative burden and mentions revenues supporting education, roads, and public works.
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Great Britain
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Boss Vetoes Pay Boost Voted By Workers
Olivet Mic Methods of letting workers decide pay were discussed at a hearing. William Maphead, president of the Columbus Conserv Company, claimed workers should set salaries, while he refused increases. The speaker noted profits fund stock buyouts and the workers aim for complete ownership of the business.
War on Suggestive Movie Titles Brings Results
Hollywood reports progress in cleaning up film titles with directors noting only three objectionable titles in the upcoming slate. Hays praises public input and the industry open-door policy, calling for further suggestions from viewers nationwide.
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Big Drop in Crime in Britain in 50 Years
London. Home Secretary Sir William Joynson-Hicks told the International Prison Congress that Britain has seen a dramatic crime decline over the last half century due to better education, sobriety, and living standards. He cited 1875 penal servitude at 10,000 versus 2,100 today, plus 1,100 youths in corrective treatment.
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England
Sir William Joyngon-Hicks
Home Secretary
International Prison Congress
Clock Saves Life In Burlington Patrol Incident
A battered clip reads that a Burlington Wisconsin night patrolman, Connie Batuig, carried a recording clock on his belt, saving a life when a burglary suspect fired two shots at him during a night patrol. Authorities note the suspect fled.
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Observations on manners and society in a quirky 1920s style
A collection of pointed, humorous lines contrasts gender aims and social pretenses. It jokes about women learning to swim, diplomacy, persuasive speech, fashion, and public behavior, with wry notes on wartime loans, tours, and urban driving. The tone is satirical and broad, reflecting era foibles.
Adlerika claims aid for digestion and bloating
A testimonial from R. Gr Millers asserts Adlerika eases gas and stomach discomfort after use. The ad promises relief for bloating and chronic constipation, noting it removes old waste matter and aids digestion. Geo Frick, a local druggist, is cited as the seller.
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