Fire hose flame risk disputed by expert tests
Boston reports that water heated flames in hose lines may occur only under laboratory conditions. J B Caldwell of the New England Insurance Exchange tested rotary centrifugal and piston engines in Portland New Bedford and Boston finding inner and outer jacket friction causes vibration and possible scorching. He concludes such burning is impractical and does not warrant changes in pump or hose design.
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Boston
Boston Fire Department
J. 8. Caldwell
New England Insurance Exchange
Portland
New Bedford
Caldwell
Moros Expected To Cause Trouble in Philippines
In Honolulu Jan 7 1920 Justice E Finley Johnson of the Philippines Supreme Court and Mrs Johnson aboard the Sherman report Moros of the Philippines will not accept Filipino Christian domination and promise further trouble with native forces in Jolo They say Americans no longer look after them and insist on American administration. Johnson predicts more unrest to come.
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Honolulu
T. H
Associated Press
Philippines
Jolo
E. Finley Johnson
Associated Justice
Supreme Court of the Philippines
Justice Johnson
Johnson
Sherman
Manila
San Francisco
Marion Co
Harding
Narrow escape as car plunges from viaduct
A small car on Eighth Street and Grand Avenue plunged over a viaduct after swerving. The driver leaped or was ejected but clung to a railing and was pulled back to safety amid a crowd's shocked exclamations. The remarking by a bystander from Jimpson Junction contrasted the event with an obvious trick.
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Eighth Street
Grand Avenue
Jimpson Junction
Kansas City Star
Highways Cost Seen in Pennsylvania Expenditures
The cost to maintain state highways is $5000 per mile and building a mile of road runs $62,500, about $124 per running foot, based on current Pennsylvania expenditures.
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Pennsylvania
Confessions of a Bride and a Wife's Bitter Truth
After discovering her husband Evan's affair with Marion Sprague Martha Palmer recounts the aftermath. She recalls his violent reaction to being found out, her resolve for self respect, and her plan to divorce if needed so he may marry Marion. The dialogue reveals brutal coercion, masked as love, and a wife's enduring clarity.
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Marion Sprague
Martha
Ewart
Martha Mia
Mona Marion
Corry
Marion
Martha Palmer
Lorrie
Jane
Evan
Funny France Tale Says Arbuckle About Moran Carpentier
Fatty Arbuckle recalls a humorous Paris moment in which Frank Moran quizzed Georges Carpentier with French. Moran supposedly invited Carpentier into the ring to “make him understand another language.”
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Patty
Los Angeles
France
Frank Moran
Georges Carpentier
Fatty Arbuckle
Carpentier
Moran
Go and Get It at the Broadway Theatre Show
The Broadway presents two days of the film Go and Get It featuring a young San Francisco reporter solving a murder spree with an ape as the culprit. Mae Murray David Powell and a strong cast star in a second feature with a Turkish setting and a Prince in a compromising plot.
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San Francisco
Broadway Theatre
Fitzmaurice
Turkey
Mae Murray
Lord Falkland
Constantinople
Prince Stanislaus
Falkland
Colonel Loring
David Powell
Miss Murray
Alma Tell
Holmes FE. Herbert
Maceo Harlan
Ouida Bergere
Paramount
The Right to Love film review signals Fitzmaurice strength
A brief notice on The Right to Love, George Fitzmaurice second independent production, highlighting his growing reputation as a director. The studio aims to showcase romantic drama with disciplined pacing and visual flair.
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Right To
Love
George Fitzmaurice
Aspiron al Elixir Promises Quick Cold Relief Worldwide
An advertisement proclaims a new elixir Aspiron al as better than whiskey for colds and flu. It claims endorsement by European and American army surgeons, fast relief within two minutes, and refunds from every U S druggist if relief does not arrive, promising to cut short the illness and prevent complications.
Aspironal Lauded as Quick Cure for Colds and Coughs
An ad touts Aspironal as the top cold and cough reliever. It promises relief within two minutes, recommends a specific dose with water, and guarantees a money back offer if the cold does not fade. The copy claims safety for infants and requests buyers to share with family.
Spotlight Girls At The Orpherum Opens
This afternoon Ed De Velde and his Spotlight Girls will begin a string of musical performances at the Orpherum. The show promises lively numbers and a notable lineup for local entertainment fans.
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Karl Groh
Ed de Velde
Pathe
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Billy Clark
Bobby Shaw
U. S
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N. C. Public Service Co
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