United States Faces Naval Dilemmas Over War Horizons
The piece contemplates U S defense versus off ensive roles as Britain and Germany threaten, questioning cooperation with Canada. It weighs risks of naval peacetime alliances, possible leasing of bases, and whether destroyers or planes constitute acts of war while stressing the priority of protecting American soil and interests.
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United States
Canada
Britain
Germany
Can
Bas- Newfoundland
Bermuda
Trinita
Scandois
Baily
America
Euchart
Spain
United
Tes
City Guests Include Ozan and Texarkana Visitors
August 27 1920 notes J M Norwood of Ozan in the city yesterday John Wilson of Columbus in the city today Dexter Bush Prescott attorney in town on business Bob Crosnee now in Texarkana spent Sunday with home folks Miss Mattie E Garner of Stamps in the city yesterday Miss Verna Lee Dildy visiting Gordon Mrs W J Jordan hosting her sister Mrs Evans of Texas Mrs D L Paisley left today for Tulsa to visit relatives Hamilton Hanegan arrived home yesterday after a visit to St Louis
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J. M. Norwood
Ozan
John Wilson
Columbus
Dexter Bush
Prescott
Bob Crosnee
Texarkana
Mattie E. Garner
Stamps
Verna Lee Dildy
Gordon
W. J. Jordon
Evans
About Weather Tossed Superstitions From Ruth Farrar
Weather beliefs are listed by Dr. B A Cartwright of the University of Oklahoma who collected over 12 000 American superstitions. The piece notes popular acts like tossing a dishpan or placing an ax to influence rain and asks readers about other weather theories.
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B. A. Cartwright
University of Oklahoma
Canada United States defense ties questioned on European war influence
The piece argues Canada can rely on the United States for instant defense of its soil and interests against any threat while noting Canada's war relations with Europe differ from the U S stance. It warns against implying a closer European continental influence on Canada and stresses careful interpretation of allied commitments.
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Canada
United States
Europe
Political Candidate Horizontal and Vertical Word Puzzle
An OCR puzzle list shows a collage of clues for a themed crossword style fill. Across hints include political candidate terms and various word associations, while vertical clues cover adverbs, Latin and Russian abbr, animal names, and common nouns. The page blends nonstandard garbled entries with standard crossword prompts.
Weather Omens and a Texan Rain Ad Victory
Folk sayings predict weather from animal signs and plant cues with warnings of heat or cold. A Snyder Tex Surry County Times ad promised rain within a week. rain began at 7 and nearly an inch fell, paid for by merchants after the copy failed to deliver.
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Surry County
Snyder Tex
Definitions in old time occupations quiz
A cooper makes barrels or casks. An actuary estimates life expectancies and premiums for an insurance firm. A wainwright constructs wagons. A wheelwright builds wheels and wheeled vehicles. A hustler tenders horses at an inn.
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Wainwright
Fletcherizing Your Food History and Origin
The term Fletcherize describes chewing food thoroughly, a practice promoted by Horace Fletcher in the late 19th century as part of a movement for more thorough mastication.
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Horace Fletcher
Salt Production in United States by State Totals
The United States yields about 21 million dollars worth of salt annually with California Louisiana Kansas Michigan Ohio New York Texas Utah and West Virginia leading in production.
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United States
California
Louisiana
Kansas
Michigan
Ohio
New York
Texas
Utah
West Virginia
Mrs Willkie's Lucky Hat Sparks Political Fashion Talk
A fragment from a humorous column discusses Mrs. Willkie’s worn hat as a lucky emblem from the nomination night. Readers toy with the idea of lucky clothing to avoid constant new outfits while joking about government policies and provincial anxieties. The note ends by mentioning California’s unexpectedly large hay crop.
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Castady
American stocks slide as market falters in wary trade
A fragmented report notes New York Stock Exchange activity dipping with a $35,000 sale marking a low since 1914. Analysts discuss war anxieties, Greek tensions, and Italian silence while American teams like the St Louis Browns draw loyal but blunt support amidst broader market jitters.
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Buak
Taundey
Gein
Britain
New York Stock Exchange
Wwe
Italy
Tungsten Trade Balance and Global Sources
The United States imports about 10 percent of the world’s tungsten but consumes 20 percent of its output. Most of the excess demand is met by tungsten from China and British Malaya, shaping global supply patterns.
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United States
China
Malaya
Market Report From Local Poultry and Feed Firms
Market notes show Saurtery MeRoe Mill and B Feed Co listing prices for heavy males and Leghorn stock. Entries mention feed costs, egg-laying stock, and assorted poultry items. Trade activity appears modest with buyers seeking roosters and layers, while small dealers report steady demand.
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Saurtery MeRoe Mill B Feed Co
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