American slang reform urged in English schools
A Wallasey England writer shares a London Star clipping praising Americans for enriching English life with humor and pop culture. The piece lampoons milquetoast English prose, argues for teaching American slang in schools, and mocks dull school readers with examples from Alfred the Great to modern tales.
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Liberty Bonds Grow In Value Under Republican Rule
The article notes rising values of Liberty Bonds amid confidence in the Republican administration. It cites current quotations showing bonds selling above par, with differences from the Wilson era, and mentions around 15 billion dollars outstanding as the Republican era begins.
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Shifting the Tax Burden We Pay Just the Same
A discussion of the 1940s sales tax shift arguing that while transportation taxes are cut, most old taxes remain and will be passed to consumers via higher prices. It contends the public will still pay the tax indirectly after January 1 and advocates clear, transparent sales taxation.
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United States
Washington
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Pennsylvania Second in Fire Loss Across United States
A national board report on 1915 to 1920 fire losses notes Philadelphia, Illinois, New York top the list with substantial sums lost to matches, smoking hazards, and faulty chimneys. Pennsylvania ranks second with about 107,000,000 in fire losses, while New Jersey and Illinois follow in the top four.
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United States
National Board of Fire Underwriters
Neat
New York
Pennslvania
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New Jersey
Law and liquor debate sparks panic over crime trends
Rep Pinkham of Massachusetts warns that crime in Washington rose sharply last year, citing mayoral politics and flawed laws. New Jersey doctors weigh whisky as medicine, while a chaotic fire department exchange mixes in wild telephone calls and overheated chatter.
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Washington
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Ameedewn Medical Association
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