Daredevils in the sky and the new air era
The piece contrasts Arthur Schreiber and Albert Buschkin, two youth stowaways who faced public scorn for reckless thrill seeking aboard a trans Atlantic plane and a dirigible. It argues they harmed themselves and aviation, praising measured risk and condemning sensational stunt driving progress. It then discusses transportation shifts from rail to air and the dirigible’s potential American terminal in Richmond Virginia reshaping future commerce and city growth.
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Arthur Schreiber
Albert Buschkin
Arthur
Yellow Bird
Old Orchard
Paris
Spain
Albert
Eckener
Germany
Dr. Eckener
Denver
Kansas City
Ft. Worth
Omaha
Dallas
Oklahoma City
Atlanta
Waynoka
Okla
Columbus
Los Angeles
Richmond
New York
Philadelphia
Baltimore
Boston
Chicago
Babylon
Tyre
Eckeners
Arnsteins
Jim Hills
Harrimans
Pollard Wins Virginia Democratic Nomination Amid Party Rift
In Virginia the Democratic primary produced Dr John Garland Pollard as the gubernatorial nominee, with Pollard pledged to back the other two candidates in November. The result signals approval of Governor Byrd's reform program, while the anti-Smith faction lingers in the party.
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Virginia
James Cannon Jr
South
Cannon
Smith
John Garland Pollard
Pollard
Byrd
William Mosley Brown
Plants Need Nitrates No 429
The article explains how plants synthesize proteins from carbohydrates using nitrogen, phosphorus, and sulfur. It notes nitro gen from the air is unusable to plants. instead nitrates from soil dissolved in water enter through roots, with leaves likely the main site of protein synthesis.
Wages for Children Teach Thrift and Responsibility
An English writer argues for a home wage for children earned by small chores. Regular pay, instead of pennies handed out, fosters industry and thrift. Children learn the value of money, aiding future budgeting for sons and daughters as they grow.
What Good Is It The Bruno Case And Prison Reform
M E Tracy argues prisons waste scarce resources by releasing or pardoning offenders. Bruno, 32, pleaded guilty in Brooklyn to bigamy with two wives. Judge Nova sentenced him to alimony payments for two children and one child, avoiding Sing Sing. The piece calls for reform and alternatives to mass incarceration.
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Rank Bruno
Brooklyn
N. Y
Millie
Rose
Bruno
Nova
Ips
Improper Breathing Harmful to Swimmers
Dr Morris Fishbein reports findings from Dr George Saunders on how breathing technique affects sinus and ear infections in swimmers. Correct swimming breathing inhales through the mouth and exhales through the nose and mouth simultaneously, easing effort and reducing infections.
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The
American Medical Association
Hygeia
George GC. Saunders
Saunders
Bishop Cannon and the Stock Market Debate
The writer defends Bishop Cannon against gambling accusations, arguing that stock speculation resembles gambling in risk and skill. He notes markets open 9 to 4 and mocks moral judgments, citing Poker, dice, and horse racing as contexts. He suggests prominent figures travel to resorts and imply elite circles earn through risk and luck.
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Bishop Cannon
Murphy's
Prince of Gamblers and Johnny Walters Exalted in Turf Circles
The piece praises Johnny Walters as the finest gentleman and the biggest gambler on the American turf until his death last winter. It notes his son works on Wall Street as a trader and could mirror his father's fine qualities in the Street, potentially benefiting any society or church.
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Bishop Cannon
Havana
Palm Beach
Saratoga
French Lick
Johnny Walters
New York Stock Exchange
Walters
the Times
Manx Cats lack tails and have rabbitlike gait
The questions discuss a 1924 Lincoln penny value, Manx cat traits, and the origin of the name Osceola. Manx cats show no or stubby tails, longer hind legs, varied colors, and origin from the Isle of Man with rare white or black individuals. The Osceola name comes from an American Indian medicinal drink. General Allenby entered Jerusalem on December 11, 1917.
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Island of
Man
Osceola
Exile of Napoleon Bonaparte After Waterloo Abdication
Napoleon fled to Paris after the 1815 defeat at Waterloo and abdicated on June 22 1815. He surrendered to the British on July 15 aboard the Bellerophon and was sent to St Helena where he lived in exile until his death in 1821.
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Napoleon Bonaparte
England
St. Helena
Waterloo
Napoleon
Paris
France
Bellerophon
Prince Regent
Europe
Themistocles
Miepan
The Jury That Picked Seattle Lad Edison Successor
A fragment from Frederick Landis recounts a Seattle boy deemed Edison’s successor by a jury, noting the handicap given and contrasting with Edison. It critiques public figures and social alarms, with asides on humor in politics and a cascade of anecdotes. The piece touches on Walter Huston, New York crowds, and figures like General Harbord and Mayor Walker, ending with a jab about Lincoln and a Massachusetts prison case.
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Seattle
Edison
Walter B. Huston
Mr. Edison
General Harbord
Walker
New York
Quotations Under Light and Shame in Day’s Thought
A religious reflection contrasts St. John’s warning about evil deeds with Talleyrand’s sharp remark on female shame. The two lines together evoke moral judgment and public propriety.
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Maryland Street
Indianapolis
Ind
Marion County
ROY _W. HowaRD
Interstate Commerce Commission
Kansas City Southern Railroad
Joseph B. Eastman
L. F. Loree
Thorstein Veblen
California
United States
Veblen
Charles A. Beard
James Harvey Robinson
Soviet Russia
John Raskob
Pullman Porters
Russia
China
David Dietz
Science
Soc Rice
M. E. Tracy
Rayer
Daily Health Service
DR. Morris Fishbein
Joe Williams
New York Telegram
Heywood Broun
Eldorado
Wall Street
Pimlico
Empire City
Nence
Prince of Gamblers
Allenby
Frederick Landis
Ary Lewis
Washington
New York City
Broadway
Wall
Trinity Churchyard
Braham Lincoln
Illinois
William Herndon
Lincoln
Jesse Pomeroy
Massachusetts
Old Bay State
Mr. Morlan
Mr. Lamb
Indiana
Daily Thought
Talleyrand
Ociety Plan Tropicals
N. Meridian
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