Widow’s Humble Gift Sparks Nationwide Kindness
Margaret E. Parris a Craggy Mountain widow walked miles to donate 30 cents to a religious campaign. Newsmen later reported her act sparked a nationwide response with hundreds of letters and gifts, including a milliner’s hat for her family. She answered each letter with gratitude, proving kindness endures amid modern life.
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Jesus
Margaret E. Parris
Craggy Mountain
N.C
United States
Louisville
Eggs sold with liquor in Mt Airy prompt caution
High Point Review notes selling of eggs at Mt Airy mixed with liquor. Vendors offered eggs at five dollars a dozen, drawing harsh warnings that the practice is illegal and dangerous. The piece laments the risk of enforcement and moral decline.
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Baim
High Point
Mt. Airy
Woman in Garden Ends Nude Stroll With Fig Leaves
A whimsical tale describes Eve walking nude in a garden until she eats an apple and starts making clothes. As fashion evolves, Eves increasingly conceal less from men, prompting speculation that the apples should be shared again by a poetic observer.
German plea against extradition after war crimes
Berlin again voices the claim that those guilty of wartime crimes should face only conscience pangs, not extradition. Allies unlikely to concede and risk adding moral Jesson to the war’s end.
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Berlin
Jesson
Silence in Europe Sparks Cable Censorship Dream
ASnippet of opinion muses about cutting cables and silencing wireless chatter to escape Europe’s ongoing woes for a few days, imagining a calmer news cycle and freer discourse.
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Europe
Rich Father Plan For Poland Austria And Armenia Loan
The president and Secretary of the Treasury urge Congress to authorize a 150 million dollar loan to Poland Austria and Armenia for food relief. The writer notes Europe’s dire hunger and argues the United States should not be the perpetual donor while urging Europe to rebuild and work toward self sufficiency.
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The
Treasury Glass
Congress
Treasury Department
Poland
Austria
Armenia
United States
Vienna
Russia
Europe
Order of Camels Opens In Milwaukee Ahead Of Campaign
Mr Burleson announces the Order of Camels a new fraternal group pledging to protect personal liberty. The grand caravan headquarters are in Milwaukee and the group opposes prohibition planning a drive to repeal or amend the eighteenth amendment. It targets blue laws as encroachments and aims to enroll six million members in two years.
Law and sentiment rule in Tallulah mud incident
A Tallulah Louisiana juror who faced whipping and being dragged in mud over a verdict dispute is described as the law itself being thrashed. The piece argues public sentiment often overrides facts of law and evidence and condemns juries when they disagree.
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Tallulah
Louisiana
City lot on North Main eyed for beautification
The North Main street lot could become a spot of beauty with modest spending. The Woman's club and other local groups are urged to press the city council to pursue this improvement.
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North Main Street
Woman's Club
Self-burial in elections mocks undertaker comparison
The author jokes that Bryan cannot be compared to an undertaker as he has effectively buried himself in each presidential race, a contrast to an undertaker who would not perform rites on his own body.
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Bryan
Underwear Ad Promotes Seasonal Buy Now Appeal
The Greensboro News fragment asks if readers believe an ad urging early underwear purchase is truthful, noting a claim that prices may double for summer and winter wear. The line hints at marketing tactics and price expectations without full context.
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Greensboro News
England Develops Pierce-Resistant Projectile Spark Debate
The article discusses a new English projectile capable of piercing any armor plate, prompting talk of a countermeasure armor that no projectile can pierce. It cites expert opinions and potential military implications for future defense research.
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England
Hoover Boom Heads Forward Despite Judge Carter Ruling
The article notes expectations that Hoover's project will continue even after Judge Frank Carter's decision, signaling unwavering momentum despite the ruling. The piece highlights local officials and supporters who remain confident in the plan's continuation.
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Frank Carter
Democrats in Eighth seek vote for Robert L. Doughton
The Concord Tribune reports that Democrats in the Eighth District will again consider Robert L. Doughton for Congress. It notes Doughton Stedman and Godwin plan to run, with Godwin facing one opponent and possible challengers to Doughton emerging before the Democratic primaries.
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Robert L. Coughton
Congress
Washington
Doughton
Stedman
Godwin
Concord Tribune
Advertising Manager Echoes Advertiser’s Call Across Gazette
A Gastonia Gazette reader notes the irony of a newspaper man urging merchants to read ads while extolling advertising’s reach. He recalls a parade of advertised goods from mattress to coffee and clothing, highlighting the pervasive role of ads in daily life.
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The
Gazette
A. m
Gastonia Gazette
Sugar policy blamed for higher cost of living
Alfred W. McCann argues Wilson era sugar policy caused ten million dollars in higher living costs. Cubans offered four million tons at six and a half cents per pound. offer withdrawn as sugar was sold in Europe. Louisiana producers charged 17 cents a pound, fueling profiteering while Australia kept seven cents a pound.
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New York Globe
Alfred W. McCann
Wilson
Sugar Equalization Board
Europe
Louisiana
Today’s anniversaries span deaths and landmark events
A curated list notes 1766 Susanna Gibber, 1814 London waterway ice, 1831 Henri Rochefort born, 1888 Asa Gray dies, 1891 Booth launches Darkest England, 1895 Queen Liliuokalani renounces throne, 1901 European royal reps attend Queen Victoria funeral, 1915 South Dakota senate abolishes death penalty.
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Susanna Maria Gibber
London
Thames
Henri Rochefort
Paris
Aix-Les-Bains
Asa Gray
Cambridge Mass
N. Y
Gen. Booth
Salvation Army
England
St. Jame’s Hall
Lilioukalani
Hawaii
Europe
Queen Victoria
South Dakota
Notable birthdays mark today in history
Dublin arc bishop Rev William J Walsh born in Dublin 79 years ago. Hyde Park born Franklin D Roosevelt assistant secretary of the Navy 38 years ago. Columbus Mississippi born Jacob M Dickinson former secretary of war 69 years ago. Alsace born Charles Martin Loeffler noted American musician 59 years ago.
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William J. Walsh
Dublin
Ireland
Franklin D. Roosevelt
United States Navy
Hyde Park
Jacob M. Dickinson
United States
Columbus
Miss
Charles Martin Loeffler
Alsace
Eulogies Honour Dr. Sylvester Newlin At Local Grave
At the grave of Dr. Sylvester Newlin, pastor of the Friends church here, Rev. Andrew F. Mitchell offers a tribute praising Newlin as a loving, faithful, and unselfish man. He recalls Newlin’s healing ministries and his living faith, urging others to imitate his grace and devotion.
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Sylvester Newlin
Friends’ Church
Dr. Newlin
Andrew F. Mitchell
Income Tax Provisions and Deductions Highlight 1919 Rules
The 1919 tax rules extend exemptions for dependents including parents and other relatives. Deductions for stock losses and charitable contributions rise, with a 4 percent rate up to 4000 and 5 percent above. Installment payments allowed, forms 1049-A or 1040, and trained agents offer help nationwide.
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United States
General Keifer Celebrates 15 Years in Public Service
A long and honorable record in public service marks Gen. J Warren Keifer of Ohio as he enters his 15th year. He served in two wars including as speaker of the national House of Representatives, and held high ranks from private to brevet major general. Born 1836 in Clark county he pursued law, joined the Union army, and rose through the ranks in the Civil War. He later led volunteers in the Spanish American War, served again in Congress, and held senior roles in veterans organizations.
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J. Warren Keifer
Ohio
Keifer
National
House of Representatives
Clark County
Ohio Senate
Congress
Cuba
Grand Army
Military Order of the Loyal Legion
Anniversary echoes and meetings mark busy day
Twenty years since Governor Goebel’s assassination is noted as a day of reflection. General J Warren Keifer enters his eighty fifth year. The West Coast Lumbermen’s Association meets in Seattle. Belgian parliament reconvenes to act on finance and reconstruction. The Kansas State Bar Association holds its annual meeting in Topeka. Yellow Pine Wholesalers’ Association meets in Cincinnati. Senator Walter Edge is keynote at the Indiana Republican Editorial Association banquet in Indianapolis.
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J. Warren Keifer
Ohio
National
House of Representatives
Seattle
Lumbermen’s Asso
Topeka
Kansas State Bar
Yellow Pine Wholesalers’ Association
Cincinnati
Walter E. Edge
New Jersey
Indiana Republican Editorial Association
Indianapolis
One Year After War Mandates Record at Peace Conference
With British and French support, President Wilsons system of mandatories was put on the official record by the peace conference bureau. The silk industry of China employs an estimated 4,900,000 to 6,000,000 people.
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Wilson
Bureau of the
Peace Conference
China
Winter Destinez and Major Events in American Sports
Racing in Cuba and New Orleans leads today’s calendar with diverse events. Highlights include boxing matches in Savannah and Springfield, wrestling world title bid in New York, and a New York met ward swimming championship.
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Joeey Cink
Thoavana
New Orleans
Houston
Texas
New York
Glenwood
Minn
Earl Caddock
Joe Stecher
Jack Gritton
Jack Conway
Savannah
Sam Langford
Tony Melechak
Springfield
Bobby Josephs
Chick Hayes
Manchester
N. H
Census Enumerator Loses Money on the Job in Steubenville
In Steubenville Ohio Dan Mehane a supervisor for the census says he lost $1.63 a day gathering names for Uncle Sam. His letter to a supervisor asks if Uncle Sam would pay for his horse feed and meals, noting farm workload and travel costs.
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Steubenville
Ohio
Dan
A. EE. Mehane
Celysts Superrvisor
Uncle Sam
McLane
Sam
What is a Dollar
A dollar is not an insignificant thing but a part of life and yesterday. The speaker treats a dollar as tangible proof of one day’s work and a stake for the future. He argues saving dollars guards health and provides security for old age.
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G. W. Anderson
Warm Red Sea Holds Hottest Deep Waters
Among salt water bodies the Red Sea proves the warmest with depths measuring up to seventy degrees. The article notes this high temperature persists even in the deepest sections, highlighting the sea's unusually warm condition.
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Red Sea
Ed Wachter Coaches Williams College Basketball Team
Ed Wachter, known as a Gloversville basketball star, takes the role of coach for Williams College basketball. His leadership marks a return to prominence and signals a new coaching era for the team.
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Ed Wachter
Gloversville
Williams
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