Mystery Man with Double Brain in Denver Ex-Serviceman
Hayward Thompson an ex service man in Denver is described as a "Mystery Man" with a double brain. One side of his brain directs writing with one hand while the other governs the other hand. His memory begins at hospital discharge and he recalls nothing of life before. Veterans Bureau and American Legion aides are helping him learn of his past.
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Hayward Thompcom
Denver
Colo
Boreso
Colorado
American Legion
Thompeen
The Unknown Soldier Story of Howard John Evangelist Smith
A Baltimore baby found abandoned twenty years ago becomes Howard John Evangelist Smith after adoption by two brothers. He attends Mount Saint Mary’s, joins the Marines, serves in the Fifth Regiment, and dies on Armistice Day. Wells Hawkes funds a monument for the unknown street child.
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Flanders
Baltimore
Howard John Evangelist Smith
Mount Saint Mary's School
Artthet
WOUNDED ON ARMISTICE DAY IN TOLEDO
C Molt of Toledo holds the unique distinction of a U S naval officer wounded after the armistice ending World War I. A former executive officer aboard a merchant ship, Holt was severely wounded when the ship was torpedoed by a German submarine near La Holla France on the afternoon of November 11, 1918. After months in hospital in England and on the continent, he returned to America and resumed the study of law in Toledo.
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C. Molt
Toledo
United States
Holt
England
Continent
America
Rights to vote debated in wartime weekly note
A fragmented item from the American Legion Weekly discusses who should receive the franchise during war and hints at civic rights for soldiers sailors and allied groups, reflecting early 20th century debates on suffrage amid conflict.
Lost Civil War Era Photograph Reunites Owner and Soldier
A wartime photograph of Miss Harriet Film of Indiana, carried close by a soldier in major campaigns near Chateau Thierry and the Argonne, is sought by heirs. The finder is urged to contact the Legion's pastels in Todlanapolis, Indiana for returning the image to its sentimental owners.
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Cmrpa
Cvarsens
Etc
Tte
Mise Harret
Indiana
Chateau Thierry
St. Mihiel
Argonne
Todlanapolis
Ind
Sailor Burger Receives Portuguese Honor for Lifesaving
Philip J. Burger earned a rare decoration from the Portuguese government after spending eighteen hours in the water while clinging to life to save eight shipmates. In 1917, Burger and a rescued companion were among those honored as they later pursued vocational training in Troy, New York, and Burger became a mainstay in the American Legion post there.
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Philip J. Burger
Eaben
Burger
Het
Troy
Calla Ban
American Legion
No Job Gives His Blood Heroic Omaha Man
Fred W. Smith of Omaha gave blood to aid a dying hospital patient in France. He left his job and supported a wife and two children while working on a Nebraska farm and in an Omaha packing plant, showing sacrifice beyond words.
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Fred W. Smith
Omaha
France
Carrying On With the American Legion in Tracy Mine
An American Legion post in Tracy Mine sponsors a park beautification drive to brighten the town for visiting sailors. Members donate a day’s work and a new definition of the well known phrase “8. 0. 1.” is invoked as part of the effort. The event is linked to Thewlua county Legion and the Quaha Neb council and supported by the Auerlins Forestry association.
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American Legion Post
Tracy, Mine
Pew
Thewlua
Talree Af Quaha
How to Make and Use It Q yA
Hyatt Verrill explains fixed and variable condensers for wireless sets. He details making a fixed condenser from tin foil and waxed paper, plus two common variable forms sliding plate and rotary. The article notes condensers store energy and improve tuning in crystal and vacuum tube receivers.
Transformers and the basics of induction in radio circuits
The article explains transformers convert electrical current types using inductance. It notes alternating current and changing magnetic fields, describes open circuit transformers with primary and secondary windings and iron cores, and mentions spark gap fixtures and home builds. It cites advantages of commercially made transformers over improvised ones.
Radio Conference Details Equipment Installations Cost
A Washington radio conference outlined installation costs and projected operating expenses for bread equipment. An expert warned capital needs could reach between 5000 and 1 000 000 dollars annually, with variations by region and time. The report emphasized rising electricity demand as growth accelerates nationwide.
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Washington
STOO
Copper Conductors vs Alloy Strength Compared
A dated note compares metal conductors noting pure copper offers high electrical conductivity and efficiency for commercial air applications, while an alloy variant lacks sufficient strength for many uses and faces objectionable weaknesses.
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Werause
Brazen 18th century faker ran a celestial bed scam
English reporter details Doctor Graham who opened a Temple of Health in London in 1779. The Celestial Bed, advertised as magnetico electric, charged admission and slept in for fifty pounds, later reduced. Graham was a crafty showman profiting from the bed and its dramatic setup. The article notes Cascara bark supplies in the United States, especially California and Oregon, depleting forests as harvesters move deeper into swamps.
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Graham
London
America
Denton
Abraham
United
California
Oregon
Washington
Seventh Crusade Echoes in Air From Jerusalem
The article likens a modern air route from Jerusalem to the northward journey of crusades, noting the plane’s takeoff over the Mount of Olives and Jordan shores as mail and passengers depart. It frames current events as an appealing parallel to a historic holy campaign.
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Mount of Olives
Jordan
Jerusalem
Holy Land
Benham Family Dialogue on Brain Condition
Mrs. Benham consoles Tenham-1 amid fears of a brain blood issue. A cautious cheerleader reassures that the problem cannot be a major event, offering comfort and calm alongside concern.
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Tenham
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Man With Double Brain
Hayward Thompson
Beth Handa
Ean Carr
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American Legion Weekly
Wallure
Battie Fleide
Philip Gurger
Legion Man of
Legion
Villard
Ming
Tagian
Auerlins Forestry Association
Hyatt Verrill
Transformers
San-Maid Raisin Growers
Fresno
Calif
Postum Ceres Co., Inc
Battle Cronk, Mich
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