Old People Put To Death In Melanesia Tradition
A short extract from Asia Magazine describes Melanesian and Bismarck archipelago practices toward the elderly as they near decrepitude. It notes ritual burials, and in some areas abandonment to slow death, plus a case in New Ireland where a nine year old killed his grandmother under elders’ pressure to reduce food drain.
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New Guinea
Bismarck Archipelago
Australia
New Ireland
Flo
R. W. Cilenito
Asia Magazine
Bees and Bee Stings Mystery in Adventure Magazine
Jack Beater recalls two bee incidents from childhood and a hayfield accident. He wonders why he was never stung while others were attacked by bees, prompting curiosity about bee behavior and stinging triggers.
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Jack Beater
Adventure Magazine
Limit of Dissatisfaction on a Muddy Field
A young cavalry trooper, freshly enlisted, is knocked from his horse in deep mud during inspection. He rises uninjured but furious, telling the general he would be kicked if he ever loves the country again.
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Adam
Russian Compulsory Military Service Details
The text outlines mandatory service for Russian male citizens aged twenty to forty. Conscripts serve one and a half years in infantry, two and a half years in cavalry, artillery, and technical services, and four and a half years in another branch.
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Russia
Ancient Moodus Bell Traced to Spanish Origins
A centuries old bell near St. Stephen’s church Moodus Connecticut is described as once part of a Spanish church spoil after Napoleon sacked Spain. Brought to America about 1834 1835 it was donated to Moodus by William Wyllis Pratt. The Spanish inscription notes Miguel Jose Estivan Corrales and a date around AD 815.
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Moodus
Conn
St. Stephen's Church
Spain
William Wyllis Pratt
New York
East Haddam
Miguel Joseph E’stivan
Corrales
Mummy of Inca chieftain found near Salta Argentina
A perfectly preserved mummy believed to be an Inca chieftain was unearthed from a hill near Salta on the Chilean border. Leonardis, the discoverer, found the body sealed in a large earthen jar six feet deep, with artifacts of stone copper and onyx and signs of advanced embalming. The relics include copper serpents carved heads of cats and monkeys and other animal figures. Leonardis donated the find to the Argentine National Museum.
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Ovnce
Salta
Argentina
Bueno’ Es
Sen Leonardis
Senor Leonards
Argentine National
Measles Still Deadly Threat Despite Public Belief
The piece notes that measles kills more Americans annually than smallpox and often begins like a cold. It mentions a free U S Public Health Service booklet with diagnosis tips and outbreak prevention, available by writing for Reprint 780 in Washington D C.
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United States
United States Public Health
United States Public Health Service
Washington, D. C
Empress Zaditou Sends Gifts to King Albert of Belgium
Ethiopian empress Zaditou repeats historic gesture by gifting King Albert precious stones from Abyssinian hills valued at hundreds of thousands of francs and an 8th century Solomon and Sheba text. She also touts oil, coal, and gold mining prospects via her ambassador.
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Zad
Zaditou
Ethiopia
Albert
Sheba
Solomon
Abyssinia
The Only Way
Johnny tells a stern teacher he learned to swear by listening where it’s being done. The exchange appears as a humorous regional ditty in a Richmond Times-Dispatch clip.
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Johnny
Richmond Times-Dispatch
The Foxy Youth Cartoon Dialogue
Little Bob argues with his mother about taking money or chocolate before going out. The mother refuses to give money, while Bob insists on having it to avoid crying on the street.
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Little Bob
Mamma
Bob
The Pessimistic Reformer Turning on the Rising Generation
The New York American reports reformers view the current youth as slipping and losing moral or civic footing, labeling the rising generation as sinking under social pressures and shifting values.
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New York American
Germany Reinstates Deutschland Ueber Alles as Nation Song
After a three year lapse the antisemitic and unapproved anthem Deutschland Ueber Alles returns as Germanys official nation song amid renewed national sentiment and ceremonial use. The move signals a formal revival of the historic tune in public and governmental settings.
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Germany
Beauty Hint From Everywhere Keeps Schoolgirl Comfort
A playful Life note advises on posture for schoolgirls, urging not to rest the head on others shoulders to maintain proper compression and poise. The anecdote mixes fashion tips with casual guidance from everyday life publications.
From the Pencil's Point Humorous Observations on Life
A collection of witticisms on ambition vanity and social behavior. The quips cover writing trends fashion gender roles and everyday folly with playful bluntness. It notes dangers of popularity and promises a triumph for those who act with purpose.
Figure it out for yourself how many apples were eaten
A humorous, debated puzzle about Adam and Eve eating apples. The piece plays with multiple arithmetic variations from simple sums to giant numbers, ending with an intentionally absurd “true solution” and whimsical miscalculations.
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Adam
Eve
Alaska Schools Grow to 75 Centers for Native Communities
The Interior Department reports Alaska public schools increased from 67 to 75 with teachers rising from 138 to 144. These schools serve Eskimos and native residents, acting as instructors, guides, nurses and community builders, separate from white school systems.
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Little Red
Alaska
Great North Country
Satisfactory interview leads to secretarial post
A bright young applicant interviews a boss for a confidential typist and secretary role. She answers all questions satisfactorily and, when asked what she would do if his wife visited, replies she would dress modestly and call him Bir. She is engaged on the spot.
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Secre
Every Morning I Bring Thee Violets And Envelopes
A Richmond Times Dispatch excerpt shows Mary lamenting husband Jerry who once sang sweet lines about violets and roses but now brings her an envelope every Saturday, hinting at a change in affection and duty.
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Jerry
Mary
Richmond Times-Dispatch
Village Friday Meeting Supposed to Replace Local News
In a rural exchange, a visitor asks about local newspapers and a villager explains weekly Friday sewing meetings fulfill community news needs. The dialogue suggests informal gathering serves as a substitute for formal reporting in the area.
Thear Jones Sells Off Old China Collection
Judge approves the sale by auction as Thear Jones intends to dispose of his famous collection of old china. The event is scheduled for tomorrow with bidders welcome to participate.
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Thear Jones
Judge
Notice to bidders supplies for the county poor asylum
Putnam County Indiana invites bids for furnishing supplies for the county poor asylum for the quarter ending October 31 1928. Bids due July 21 1923 at 10 00 a m in duplicate with samples provided by bidders. Sam ples to become county property if awarded and kept for comparison with delivered goods. R E Knoll auditor.
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Putnam County
Indiana
R. E. Knoll
Putnam
Notice to Coal Dealers in Putnam County Indiana Bid Call
Putnam County commissioners invite sealed bids for Indiana coal including Mitchell Vein Glendora No 4-5-6 and Mine Run Egg No 14-4-6 for county house court house jail and Teating plant Greencastle bids due July 21 1923 at 10:00 a.m. at the commissioners room court house. Right to reject any and all bids reserved. Signed by commissioners and clerk R E Knoll.
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Commissioners Room
Court House
Greencastle
Indiana
Putnam Co
Fillmore
Ind
Emergency Outfit Essentials For Hidden Needs
An urgent prompt lists items for emergencies including cotton bandages adhesive tape iodine liquid court plaster and similar basics. It urges readiness since accidents occur and offers to supply the needed materials.
Local Social News Highlights Weekend Calls and Visits
Miss Geneva Temple spent Friday night with Miss Nina Carpenter. Grover Clements was in Green Castle. Mrs Flossie Deisher called on Charles Temple Sunday afternoon. Mr and Mrs Dan Weller and family were Sunday guests of Mr and Mrs B F Weller. Miss Geraldine Bee of Frankfort visits Ida and Laura Steward. Bertha Malayer spent Sunday with Eula Kefauver. T J Shackleford and family attended the Shackleford reunion Sunday. Essie Long visited Mr and Mrs C F Modlin last week. Ida Payne called on Lyn Kendall Sunday afternoon.
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Geneva Temple
Nina Carpenter
Grover Clements
Greencastle
Flossie Deisher
Charles Temple
Dan Weller
B. F. Weller
Geraldine Bee
Frankfort
Ida
Laura Steward
Bertha Malayer
Eula Kefauver
T. J. Shackleford
Shackleford
Essie Long
C. F. Modlin
Ida Payne
Lyn Kendall
Sunday Socials Highlight Clinton Falls Guests
Church and neighborhood visitors from Greencastle Putnamville and local families gathered at homes of Bettis Hinton Frank Goddard and Brackney. Attendees included Meyers Thomas Pierce Wright Brackney Johnson Boswell and Rodgers among others.
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Meyers
Milt Thomas
George Pierce
Elbert Bettis
Geo. Hinton
Greencastle
George Frank
Frank
Hinton
Charlie Goddard
Joe Wright
Oakley
Putnamville
D. C
Masten boy suffers broken thumb during apartment remodel
Frank Masten, son of Mr and Mrs Fred Masten, broke his right thumb Monday while assisting with steam radiators at the Campbell apartments undergoing remodeling.
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Frank Masten
Fred Masten
Campbell Apartments
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