Elderly Athletes and the myths of aging in sport
A Munich professor Dr Martin Hahn reports on the health of aging athletes. He says hard training does not harm the body and notes older athletes show vascular widening but not dangerous arteriosclerosis. The piece discusses age ranges for peak performance across sports and contrasts ancient Greek ideals with modern aims.
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Walter Camp
Julius Fleischmann
Palpist
Herr
Germany
Martin Hahn
Hygienic Institute
University of Berlin
Hahn
Paavo Nurmi
Nurmi
London
Hidden Among Bootleggers and Prohibition Reform
The piece notes Knapp, the alleged thrill murderer, may hide among bootleggers near the border, complicating NYPD hunts. It cites New England’s push for liquor law modification, driven by Canada’s tax revenue and infrastructure gains, per the Association Against the Prohibition Amendment, despite bias.
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New York
Knapp
Union
Canada
New England
Association Against the Prohibition
Seade
Fragmented note on Tiaytan evolution debates and mountain life
A damaged text fragment references evolutionists at Tiaytan and mountaineers beliefs. It mentions a return to mountain life and ordinary needs, but the passage lacks clear dates names or events to confirm specifics.
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Tiaytan
Progress toward cures and longer life may follow pandemics
A column notes promising, though not immedi ately practical, advances from Canada and France toward cures for tuberculosis and broader disease control. It argues science has reduced many infectious diseases in 50 years, with cancer and diabetes better managed, heart disease preventable, and future lifespans potentially reaching 80 years for grandchildren if progress continues.
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Canada
France
Air squadron prepared for Moroccan action inspires Americans
A Lafayette air squadron to fight the Riffs is authorized, drawing prominent Yank aces who may join soon. Though attached to the Sultan's staff, they will fight Abd el Krim as Moroccans, flying modern planes in swift combat, embracing a life of danger and adventure.
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Lafayette
America
Morocco
Abd-el-Krim
Lee Christmas
Frederick Townsend Ward
Crimea
Nicaragua
Far East
Taiping
Irish Lace and Stew Sparks FTC Lace Inquiry
The Philadelphia Record editorial questions if what is labeled Irish lace is truly Irish and argues for the authenticity of Irish stew. It notes the FTC inquiry and reports remarks from Trenton residents on lace naming and national origin, while defending genuine Irish dishes and traditional preparation.
The Haskin Letter on Insanity and Modern Care
The article traces shifting views of insanity from confinement to treatment in modern sanitariums. It notes past cruelty and misconceptions, the move to hospitalization, and progress in occupational and industrial therapy, physical treatment, and humane care.
Treatment and care approaches in insanity and feeble-mindedness
The article discusses treatment methods for insanity and feeble-mindedness, noting baths as a calming measure for ordinary insanity and care for paresis. It describes education and manual training for those with retarded mentality, in its infancy stages, and reflects optimism about reducing the catastrophic view of mental illness through rational study and new discoveries.
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Perio
United States
Prince Dons A Helmet And Seeks Public Office
A New York World critique questions the Prince of Wales motives in visiting the United States. It suggests his actions volunteering with fire services and public appearances hint at possible candidacy for local office, debating whether he aims to be mayor or alderman. The piece urges foreign correspondents to pursue a fuller rotation story.
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New Lantern
Canada
Upper
New England
Guebec
Prince of Wales
Ford
New York World
Why Not Try Chicago Missoula Promotes Colonel Stewart
The article extols Colonel Oliver W. Stewart of Chien as chief aviator of the Flying Squadron and an engaging speaker. It argues Missoula could use his law enforcement propaganda, noting a large female workforce in London and highlighting urban needs.
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Chicago
Missoula
Oliver W. Stewart
Chien
Flying Squadron
Stewart
Missou- Haw
Powers to Agree on Chinese Policy in Washington
Washington July 22 By Associated Press Definite proposals for settlement of pending questions arising from the recent foreign outbreak in China are expected to be transmitted to the Chinese provisional government by the Peking diplomat in the near future. The plan includes convocation of the Chinese customs revisions conference, creation of a commission to inquire into extraterritorial matters, and a judicial inquiry into the Shanghai bloodshed with Chinese participation. Formal expressions from Japan and other powers are expected to pave the way for action, with Kellogg notes signaling accord in principle among protocol powers.
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Washington
Associated Press
China
Peking
Shanghai
Japan
Kellogg
Tokyo
Scheme for improving artillery fire devised at Fort Kamehameha
Major John H. Hoat of the Path Coast artillery at Fort Kamehameha announces a new scheme for improving artillery fire. Balloons and mobile searchlights track a pilot ascension balloon to measure ranges at night. The test showed successful tracking despite adverse weather, with potential accurate tracking to 3,000 yards with better equipment.
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Associated Pressi
John H. Hoat
Path Coast Artillery
Fort Kamehameha
Great Northern railway praised for regional development
The Harre Daily Promoter extols the Great Northern railroad for its vision and role in promoting Montana and the northwest. It notes special train visits by news writers and officials, support for agriculture, a sugar factory at Chinook, and efforts to spur local resource development along the line.
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Great Northern
Great Northern Railroad
Montana
Garet Garret
Missouri River
Northwest
Stark
Chinook
Great Northern Railway
Harre
Carfare to Stand as Court Upholds Fare Blocks
Twin City streetcar riders will continue to pay car fare in blocks of ten tickets or cash option through February. A federal district court, asserting jurisdiction on the streetcar company’s request, issued a ruling today supporting this tariff.
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Minneaporte
Associated Prosa
Twin City
A & Ceal
Federal District Court
Answers to Questions Answers to Questions
The Washington Information Bureau of The Helena Independent offers free educational Q and A service. Readers mail questions to Frederick Haskin, director, Washington DC, with two cents for return postage, and receive concise factual replies on diverse topics from jointed snakes to Acacia blossoms and Lincoln family burials.
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Washington Information Bureau
Helena
Luther Anniversary Observed in Berlin Cathedral
Berlin on July 5 reports a special service in the Berlin cathedral marking the 400th anniversary of Martin Luther’s wedding. An outdoor celebration near the Luther monument drew a large crowd with German carols. Reston X ray treatments are claimed to reduce severity of whooping cough in 750 case study.
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Reston
Lawrence
Boston
Waitig
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