Advertising Oddities and War Horses Highlight Century-Old Column
A New York Mercury column surveys era advertisements for patent tonics and cosmetic pastes, noting their dubious claims and lingering social habits. It also excerpts a World War I memory by Joseph R. Schall praising horses and cavalry logistics amid shelling and gas, urging longer historical credit for their role.
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New York Mercury
Godfrey
Turlington
Dr. Ryan
Dr. Radcliffe
Keyser
Levine
Lady Molyneur
Great Power of President
The article argues the president’s legal functions and constitutional powers make him the central executive in government. It notes appointment, policy shaping, veto power, foreign affairs control, and command of the military as core duties, enhanced by practice and custom. It compares modern practice with early presidents and emphasizes leadership and initiation roles.
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Army
Navy
George Washington
Thomas Jefferson
Samuel FP. Orth
Yale Review
Settlement patterns favor foot-hills over high peaks
The essay notes humans cluster near foot-hills, with ancient cities on rocks or brick platforms on elevated ground. It cites Athens around the Acropolis and limestone heights, Rome around hills, and Jerusalem hills, contrasting flat river valleys with elevated foundations.
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Mesopotamia
Athens
Acropolis
Areo- Pagus
Cephissus
Tlissus
Fome
Constantinople
Jerusalem
John C. van Dyke
Education laws aim for universal school attendance
The Education Department reports every state now has a compulsory day school attendance law. The Bureau of Education Analysis released findings on state education statutes affecting child labor and attendance as part of a broader review.
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District of Columbia
Bureau
United States Department of Labor
Ed *En
Notable Senate Gambler Scandal Involving Sims
In a striking Capitol prank, Senator Harry New of Indiana and colleagues trapped Sims the barber with a private dice game. As Senate staff burst in, Sims was accused of gambling, shocking those who trusted the longtime religious figure. The incident prompted calls for strong action.
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United States Senate
Sims
Capitol
Harry New
Tnediana
New
Senator New
Senate
Philadelphia Public Ledger
Horses Brave Under Fire At Front In France
Immense calmness shown by horses amid shell fire in World War I fronts, praised for indispensable service by soldiers who witnessed their steadiness during dangerous circum stances and the din of war.
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Joseph R. Schall
France
Chateau-Thierry
Thstead
Publicity as crime check from university sociologist
University of Minnesota sociologist M. C. Elmer argues publicity shapes crime perception, saying newspapers make the criminal role harder today than decades ago. He contends media coverage influences public fear and policy responses.
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M. C. Elmer
University of Mineso
Swindlerwork and the press compare crime across eras
The speaker argues modern crime is not more prevalent than twenty years ago, despite faster news and wider publicity. He notes gangs travel cities weekly, media spread alerts instantly, and historic figures like the Javen toys and the Youngers faced similar boldness in their days.
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Simecpata News
Mexico
Ebner
Lin
Himer
Parnaesian Urge Inspires Odd Shop Sign
A quirky sign placed over a shop in a local area reflects a playful or cryptic message about culture and desire. Community readers are puzzled by the phrase and the sign’s intention remains unclear.
Fragmentary ad prose hints at fashion mood and aesthetics
The readable lines hint at fashion imagery and mood linked to adornment items like collars and garters. The text appears as a fragmented advertorial piece noting delicate individuality and a poetic ascent from earth to paradise.
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Uimki
Earth
Paradise
Jg Peat Npeemay Advertiaer
Fireside talk hints at royal power in modern state
Fragmentary essay reflects on monarchy in a reform minded age with references to a king of Bogland and a London garden party. It mentions conversations between a king and Crooks about parliamentary limits and social trends in New England influence.
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Chester
Willam Orpen
Royal Academy
Royal Palace Hotel
Kensington
London
Paris
Chatham
Sir William Orpen
Chet
London Times
Bogland
Altehem
Goewha
Witt Crooks
Opel
New England
Berow
Untitled 19th Century Scene Fragment
A cryptic 19th century passage describes characters Will Crooks and others in a tense moment. The excerpt mentions reassurance, a hinge, and a forthcoming letter to a wife, amid a gathering of people and a notable event in progress.
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Plataly
Will Crooks
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United States
Children’s Bureau of
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Poet's Tie Shop
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Hed Ornes Hite
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Eapre Tire
Pepe
Tyehady Lowe
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U.S
United States Tires
United States . Rubber Company
Independence Garage
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