World News notes and varied tidbits from 1920s papers
A collage of brief items recounts diverse topics from Hig Mink’s wartime decorations and French scouting to British trade cautions, postwar shipping, andProhibition era anecdotes. It touches on politics, economy, immigration, crime, and cultural notes with scattered figures and names.
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Philadelphia Public Ledger
America
Moetasiva
Breach Elout
Bic Hawk
France
Beouts
Wea Siiner
Argonne
Ponton- Mouseon
Cafe de du Paix
Chicago Pysiciana
Johns Hapkine Hospital
Prohibition Signs: Fewer Cirrhosis Cases at Cook County Hospital
The author argues that partial prohibition shows progress as Cook County Hospital reports a dramatic drop in drunkard’s liver cases from 160 annually in 1916 to 19 in 1920. He predicts 1921 will add new cases from past drinking and notes other factors like the hootch brigade and dietary risks, then urges gratitude for gains.
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Chicago
Cook County Hospital
J. L. Miller
High Bac
Heat drives farmers from fields and rail plans expand
The report notes heat forcing farmers to halt work as France prepares to order 560 locomotives and 5 billion in cars in Germany. Sweden’s bank is said to hoard gold from melted Russian ore. U.S. fire losses in 1928 reach 331 million dollars, nine million above the yearly average. A hospital dedicated to Houraetion treatment prompts a question about the latest median project.
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Germany
Maine
Banke
Sweden
America
Manners as a Pleasant Yet Deceptive Virtue
From the London Express, the piece argues manners soften crude existence and foster charm, while noting some efficient people discard them. It questions greetings, thanks, and remembrance, contending good manners stem from a good heart and curb thoughtless hurt, highlighting courtesy in social life.
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London Express
In Praise of Carrots and Diplomatic Intrigues
A Philadelphia Public Ledger column discusses vitamins from carrots and the pericarp of rice, praising horse sense for diet. It shifts to European diplomacy, noting Ambassador Harvey on the Silesian issue, Premier Briand's push to replace him, and a House immigration estimate about noncitizens in Greater New York.
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Philadelphia Public Ledger
Lister Institute
London
Funk
Newfoundland and Labrador
Beribert
Grenfell
Harvey
Briand
Herrick
Colonel Harvey
Supreme Council
Borah
Jenac Blewel
House Immigration Committee
Greater
New York
Public accidents rise while industry safety improves
A column argues that while industrial accident rates fall thanks to the National Safety Council, public street accidents rise, especially among children. It cites U S data on child deaths and highlights local gains from safety education in Cleveland St Paul Milwaukee Detroit and St Louis schools.
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National Safety Council
Thie
Hed Cross
United States
Cook County
Sinole
Cleveland
St. Paul
Milwaukee
Detroit
St. Louis
Inland harbor plan for Chicago at Lake Calumet debate
Arthur Brisbane cites a Chicago council plan to spend 3.5 million to transform Lake Calumet into a vast inland harbor with global ship traffic via the St. Lawrence canal. The column contrasts progress with missionary zeal and surveys attitudes of young American women toward education, careers, and suitors.
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Arthur Brisbane
Chicago
Lake Calumet
St. Lawrence River Canal
Henry Ford as a business genius and wage policy
The piece extols Henry Ford as a century defining business mind. It credits him with buying a railroad, raising wages on that property while others cut, setting low freight rates, and dismissing workers who fail to deliver. It argues his efficiency and pricing win public support and wealth for Ford and his circle.
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Henry Ford
Fabulgus Richon
Hornell theater door box change request hints at honesty test
A Hornell theater reportedly places a slotted box at the door for change and asks visitors to attend to notes, while an attendant handles the box. The manager claims about one hundred are honest and cites a jumble of quotes on Mexico Japan relations and wartime scale dismissals.
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Hhe
Rockefeller to Golf at 100 Says Bigger
Dr H F Bigger, Rockefeller’s physician and friend, predicts the oil magnate will live to 100. The 82 year old Rockefeller is said to be in better health than many 50 year olds and plans a golf match with Bigger when both pass a century. He attributes longevity to moderation and sensible living.
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Barclay's Bank Review
United Kingdom
LaFollette
International Mercantile Marine Company
Shanghai
Elwood Brown
Philippines
Poland
Russia
Congress
Fort William
Fort Arthur
North American
London
Rome
Ausiensis
Immigration Department of
I Collet
Aviv
South Dakota
John D. Rockefeller
Cleveland
H. F. Bigger
Bigger
Rockefeller
Early dog care and diet misunderstandings debunked
The article argues dogs need attentive care and a carnivorous diet for vigor. It warns against keeping young dogs indoors or tying them with a tight chain. A warm dry bed and adequate exercise are key, while excessive confinement and vegetable-only diets weaken digestion. It quotes Frank Baackes of American Steel and Wire on using a long wire to allow movement.
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National Crop Improvement Service
Mae
Frank Baackes
American Steel and Wire Company
Durance Vile
The Great Teacher A Bronson Alcott Observation
The text argues that experience rather than books or teachers shapes education. It claims books should aid learning and that true development comes from life, necessity, and unintended influence, noting many vibrant individuals form character outside formal schooling.
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A. Bronson Alcott
Asons
Golf as co respondent in divorce shocks the system
A New Jersey judge may allow golf to be named a co respondent in a divorce suit, stirring concern. The text recalls Kiwanis Magazine lines on family and propriety, and notes Sgt. Alvin C. York’s wartime heroism contrasted with commerce’s use of patriotism to avert foreclosure.
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Kiwanis Magazine
Alvin C. York
York
Husband arrested for kigging and hugging wife on New Jersey beach
A husband was arrested on a New Jersey beach for kigging and hugging his wife. The judge was astounded to learn they had been married two years. The suggestion that husbands carry their marriage licenses was offered. The Manufacturers Association and Hoover proposal were discussed to balance oil production and consumption.
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New Jersey
Why Fuss About Einstein in America?
The New York Times notes that misquotes from a Dutch reporter misrepresent Dr. Einstein. He showed irritation at American attention after a warm welcome and honors. The piece argues his views of the U.S. should not affect how we value his scientific work.
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New York Times
Dr. Einstein
America
United States
Emperor in Tokyo Takes Incognito Ride Through City
The emperor of Japan rode unrecognized in an automobile through Tokyo, the first time crowds did not line the streets or traffic halt for his passage. He linked the move to the crown prince's abroad visit, noting royal mingling with non royalty. The piece questions alarm over a U S Guam and Hawaii disarmament proposal and mentions Harding near Lancaster with room rates rising from two dollars to higher after pews sold.
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Japan
Tokyo
United States
Guam
Hawaii
Canadian
Give Conscience a Chance in the Evening Quiet
The Rev. Karl Rolland argues that war should be a rare accident and peace a rational goal. He urges citizens and nations to think honestly, honor conscience, and pursue international harmony, placing character over commerce while reflecting in the quiet “cool of the day.”
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Karl Rolland
St. George's Church
New York City
Commerce and Finance
Mars
Essary
Belgium
Congo
England
South Africa
France
Morocco
Italy
Tripoli
Japan
Shantung
West
China
America
Adam
The Honor Of The Senate And Its Constitutional Limits
Washington reporters note Lodge named to a future international conference, seen as recognition of Senate prerogatives in treaty making. Past Republican critics, led by Senator Hoar, argued such appointments threaten Senate dignity and independence by placing members under presidential influence. McKinley reportedly agreed to curb future appointments.
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Senate
Washington
Lodge
McKinley
Hoar
Senate Committee On Judiciary
House of Congress
Judiciary Committee
Bena'or Hoar
Unclear dialogue hints at class and divorce outcome
A fragmented scene shows a procession of the unemployed with a bald American remarking on rural life. Boot challenges his accent while a quip suggests benefits of not being an industrial magnate, including a playful reference to Pekin geese pups after divorce proceedings.
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Boot
Opinions on subject spark mixed replies in Congress
Washington Star reports Benator Borglum saying many constituents’ mail is unopened while debates continue. A cable to the New York Herald says negotiations between an American business group and the German post office over a direct German American cable have collapsed due to German objections. Trockwar assisting with a Turk fab issue for the allies.
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The
Washington Star
Benator Borghum
Buslwheee Groupe
Post Office
New York Herald
Trockw
Crooked Corner and the Fairy Folk in London Punch
A London Punch verse muses on Crooked Corner as a gateway to fairy realms. The narrator recalls pixy throne, a haunted oak, and a nurse’s hint that a wren guards the folk. He imagines becoming an elf if very good, awaiting gobbling comes from the woods.
Hig Lucky Wear in Paris Seinen Tale
Myron T. Herrick, new ambassador to France, recalls Paris scenes at a Toledo dinner. He describes Seine fishermen and a 17 year veteran’s tale of a big bite, noting revolutions and bombardments passed with fishermen still at work.
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Pittsburgh Chronicle
Myron T. Herrick
France
Paris
Seine
Mr. Herrick
Toledo
Bertha
Notre Dame
Getting On From the Washington Jar Production Update
The musical manager reports progress on the new production. He says the team is through with the most important part and has found a title that suits all parts of checking possibilities.
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Washington Jar
Tit for Tat and Char lie Chaplin clash at ball
Reported exchange at a motion picture ball shows Charlie Chaplin rebuffing a remark from a woman writer Milner Glyn. She says she is delighted to meet him and he replies with a courteous dig, noting mutual flattery.
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Charlie Chaplin
Charlie
Milner Glyn
Chaplin
Madame
Alia
Enchanted Night Reflections and Cooling Heat Talk
From Il Becolo XX Milan an enchanted night poem contrasts dreamlike visions with the desire for brilliance. The poem blends dream imagery with modern concerns. A New York Punch piece jokes about heat and humidity while noting the Black Sox trial and public skepticism about being double crossed.
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Milan
Black Sox
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