Early North Carolina education bill outlines academy courses
A 1803 North Carolina proposal approved by both chambers on first reading would establish county academies teaching English, writing, arithmetic, bookkeeping, geometry, surveying, navigation, geography, natural philosophy, and North Carolina pride. Dead languages were barred while French could be added if funds allowed.
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Ose
Senate
House of Commons
Charles L. Coon
North Carolina
High Point
Academies of Sciences
Academy of Sciences
Speed-Mad Era Draws 170000 To Indy Memorial Day Race
At Indianapolis the 35th Memorial Day speed event drew a record crowd of about 170000. Wilbur Shaw's 500 mile speed topped just over 100 mph. Planes reach 300 mph in daily life. The crowds crave danger and blood-curdling escapes, but yesterday's race lacked the hard thrills, a relief to some despite the excitement.
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Indianapolis
Wilbur Shaw
Shaw
It's a Long Time Mr Chinaman Analysis of Mui Tsai and Slavery
The China Weekly Chronicle notes debate over mui tsai and alleges North Carolina teachers are “slaves” under a contract promising devotion to Sunday school work. The piece cites restraints on dancing attire and social outings as evidence of subjugation and control by authorities.
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China
Mui-Tsai
China Weekly Chronicle
North Carolina
United States
Land of the Free
Baldwin’s retirement marks a cautious era in world affairs
The essay lauds Stanley Baldwin as a bluff, steady leader who avoided risk while the collective security system collapsed. It argues his restraint reflected a weary, fearful public and helped guide Britain through postwar danger, leaving historians a clear milestone as he steps down.
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Stanley Baldwin
England
John Bull
Baldwin
Washington
Japan
Manchuria
China
Italy
Ethiopia
Germany
Great Britain
Mr. Baldwin
United States
Washington journalists repel lurid confidential tip sheets
Washington correspondents repudiate colum nists and writers peddling confidential information for profit. The White House press group requires applicants to certify they do not disseminate such material and bars tip sheet providers from membership. The National Press Club also investigates a member over an undercover sensational tale.
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Washington
White House
Press Club
Board of Governors
Roosevelt
Communist International
Treasury
NEA Service, Inc
New York Sleep Tolerates All Night City Nods
New York Day by Day notes Manhattan residents and visitors enjoy sleep amid the city lights. George M. Cohan kept a hotel room near Times Square for rest, while Mrs. Rex Beach and Montague Glass used retreats outside the city. A Hartford man slept until 11 am after arriving and planned a matinee nap. Gotham ushers monitor silent sleepers in subways and cafés.
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New York
Manhattan
George M. Cohan
Times Square
Rex Beach
Ardsley
Connecticut
Hartford
Metropolis
Notes
Johnston County crying for school reform and dry laws
The passage notes Johnston County's history of shifting alcohol status and early adoption of free public schools in 1831, contrasting it with broader state trends. It discusses political shifts, educational milestones, and a tone referencing Chinese editorials and local perceptions of government and schooling in the era.
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Johnston
Charles L. Coon
North Carolina
ABC
Edward Still Prefers Recklessness On Honeymoon Choice
Edward and Wallie will honeymoon at Wasserleonburg castle in Austria, a decision seen as surprising after a world of options. The article notes his choice of the coast of Southern Spain and a British battleship convoy, criticizing the pampered image this implies.
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Edward
Wallie
Wasserleonburg Castle
Austria
Spain
Roosevelt Helium Plan for Dirigibles Prompts Germany Use
U S Senator Borah urges Congress to share America's helium with foreign nations, notably Germany, arguing lighter-than-air craft could gain usefulness again. He notes the Hindenburg disaster showed hydrogen is unsafe and suggests recovery hinges on trusting Germany to innovate with helium.
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Congress
Roosevelt
America
Germany
Spinach Eaters Face Iron Exporters and Indian Club Conflicts
A Cleveland lad misses school aligning with the Indian baseball club home dates, showing youth still has its inning. The piece notes iron exports threaten peace leagues while praising youth and warning of a cornfield parasite boring from within.
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Cleveland Lad
Auto tires gain pressure on long hot drives
The report notes tires swell as heat builds during extended trips, likening the effect to a golfer adjusting pressure after a long round.
San Francisco Bridgework Aids City Navigation Today
A report notes that ongoing bridgework improves street guidance for residents and visitors in San Francisco. The feature highlights clearer wayfinding, reduced detours, and enhanced safety as workers update routes and signage across the city.
Italy’s poet D Anunzio toothless after plans to die
Italy’s poet D Anunzio is described as toothless following reports he had proposed several fatal methods and is now unable to bite his own head, ending speculation about self harm.
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Italy
D’anunzio
Optometrist Warns Slow Reactions From Eye Strain
An optometrist notes that slow blinking harms driver safety while many men overlook the warning and continue to drive with reduced alertness.
Franks Sullivan Misses Chance in Dutch Treat Show
Frank Sulliven, a trigger minded humorist, blew a golden opportunity as Charles the Second at a Dutch Treat performance. While carrying a decapitated head, Marc Connelly urged him to speak louder and Sullivan quipped he was yelling as loud as possible. He later mused he had already yowled his head off.
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Frank Sulliven
Charles
Marc Connelly
Sullivan
Social secretary lists premier tea guests for New York
A social secretary curates a parfait celebrity tea guest list for New York hosting, naming Joseph Hergesheimer Evelyn Laye Clifton Webb Ina Claire Fanny Marionoff Fanny Hurst Carl Van Vechten Lawrence Tibbetts James Forbes the Whitneys Frederic March Brock Pemberton Tallulah Bankhead Noel Coward Gertrude Lawrence Alexander Woollcott and Walter Chrysler Jr. Many on the list reportedly receive several invitations daily but attend only one or two per week.
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New York
Joseph Hergesheimer
Evelyn Laye
Clifton Webb
Ina Claire
Fanny Marianoff
Fanny Hurst
Carl van Vechten
Lawrence Tibbetts
James Forbes
Jock Whitneys
Frederic March
Brock Pembertons
Tallulah Bankhead
Noel Coward
Gertrude Lawrence
Alexander Woollcott
Walter Chrysler, Jr
No. 1 party figure praised for wit and talent
The piece highlights Harry Evans as the leading but overlooked figure, a Florida born New Yorker known as a movie critic, magazine founder, Hollywood talent scout, professional ballroom dancer, raconteur, pianist, and sharp conversationalist who elevates nightclub entertainment.
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Harry Evans
New York
Hollywood
Local Police Chief Votes for Stricter Traffic Rules
R L Gibson newly elected chief of police pledges to enforce traffic laws more closely and end police drug store smoking during work hours. Also notes preparations for stricter discipline. Knox Upholstering to build a $15000 plant on Weeley Street near the railroad and English Street. Frank Wood returns home from Wake Forest for the break. Miss Rosa Mae leaves for Sit school. Miss Lillian Lorton departs for Tulsa escorted by Mr and Mrs John Abels. Three tremors felt in Jersey this morning. Lindbergh to return to the United States aboard the U S cruiser Memphis. Congress expected to discuss a reduction.
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R. L. Gibson
High Point Land Company
Commercial Club
Clarence Mattocks
W. D. Simmons
L. R. Terry
Knox Upholstering Company
Weeley Street
English Street
Wake Forest cd
Rosa Mae
Lillian Lorton
Tulsa Okla
Asheville
John Abels
Jersey
Charles Lindbergh
United States
U. S
Memphis
Congress
Douglas Fairbanks Returns to Town in Peak Form
The text recalls Douglas Fairbanks on prior visits, describing him as droopy and curly in one set of club photos and, on a later return, lean and agile again. It invokes Captain Frederick E. Guest and notes Fairbanks’ apparent transformation from weary to fit, capable of feats on skyscraper heights.
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Douglas Fairbanks
Don Juan
Milwaukee
Doug
McNaught Syndicate
City selects patrolmen at meet after council session
At a city meeting yesterday the following men were chosen as patrolmen J O Wood Hancock Charles Hiatt J Jen J S Fulton The city teachers have been informed of an action by the city officials.
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J. O. Wood
Hancock
Charles Hiatt
J. Jen
J. S&s. Fulton
Dr W Jinaly Heads to Oglethorpe for Medical Corps Training
Mr and Mrs E Price depart for New York while Dr W Jinaly leaves last evening for Oglethorpe to train for service in the medical corps.
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W. Jinally
Oglethorpe
E. Price
New York
Port of York Closes to All Steamships as U Boats Attack
News briefs report York harbor shut to steamships. Three vessels torpedoed by U boats. French forces prepare renewed heavy mobile fleet offensives amid ongoing naval war developments.
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York
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House of Somber
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Britain
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