Bryan Shows Clear Democratic Lean Despite Prohibition Stance
The essay argues William Jennings Bryan remains a good Democrat despite refusing to head the Prohibition ticket. It suggests his stance could split votes from Governor Vox and shift support to a third party, while noting Nebraska and Ohio Republicans rally around Harding and a stricter wet stance.
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Withouut
William Jennines Bryan
Bryan
Prohibition Tevet
Vox
Aryear
Prohibition Party
Nebraska
Harding
Governorox
Roosevelt
Mothers Not Servants: Call For Good Mothers For Children
A column argues the country needs capable mothers over female servants to care for large families. It contends dedicated mothers are essential for national welfare and child rearing.
Paris doctor claims gland transplants for women
The wife of Dr Voronoff in Paris says his gland transplants will move youth and vigor to women. She claims transplanted glands will ease nervousness and prolong youth, though many women may prefer to keep their own glands and accept age.
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Voronoff
Paris
Miss Meglige
Bullfighting reports from Madrid highlight ear awards
Associated Press dispatch notes Latpinea and Paca each earning one ear in Madrid events while Belmonte draws extensive applause and earns four ears and two tails. The tradition of ears and tails marks bullfighting honors as foreign coverage expands.
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Associated Press
Madrid
Marquis of Tameron
Paca
Belmonte
Ruth
Hold On Train Drama With Rita Brown and Major Grantland
A train journey unfolds with Adele Garrison and Rita Brown as they endure engine trouble and a tense morning. The porter hints delays toward Washington while Rita mocks politeness and the narrator wrestles with fear and annoyance before spotting Maj. Hugh Grantland aboard.
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Miss Brown
Washington
Rita Brown
Richmond
Swift
Maj
Hugh Grantland
Vivid War Metaphor Echoes In Omnipresent Blood Imagery
The passage invokes stark battlefield imagery noting German soldiers’ ears and heads returning to lines, and compares to the English fox hunt with the fox's head and tail shown to a lady at the death. It suggests wartime brutality and a cynical view of civilized veneer.
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Africa
Wood Trades Seek Skilled Labor In Cincinnati
Wanted wood workers and foremen cabinet makers machine and bench hands and varnishers. Good wages good hours and good working conditions. Apply in person or write for particulars to The Wood Trades Association of Cincinnati Odd Fellows Temple Cincinnati Ohio.
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Wood Trades Association OF Cincinnati
Odd Fellows Temple
Cincinnati
Cornered Barber Riffs On Hair Part Guess
A Chicago Tribune quip imagines a client with no hair choosing a parting. The barber jokes about aligning with a single side or half a dozen, delivering a lighthearted moment from a newspaper quote.
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Chicago ‘Tribune
Safe found on Wanstead Flats theft motive revealed
The safe stolen from Haxell's Hotel was found last week in a lonely spot on Wanstead Flats with its contents missing, estimated at 23 pounds. Police theory held that the theft aimed to steal the contents.
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Haxell
Wanstead Flats
Dressing a La Mode
Conversation notes on personal style. A woman says she can tell when she is dressed perfectly and admits feeling utterly exhausted after preparing for a swell event. The passage conveys fashion talk from Brooklyn Life.
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Brooklyn
Jones praised as a fine bridge player by Dr Jones
An advertisement from J. Grenger & Co of Jeffersonville promotes Dr Jones praising him as a fine bridge player. The store touts Farm Machinery including the Wallis Tractor claimed to replace three men and teams and to boost harvest by one third.
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Dr. Jones
J. Grenger & Co
Wallis
Gienger &O
Jeffersonville
Not What They Seemed
A seaside hotel scene reveals the fiancé confesses he works as a shopwalker in the rib bon department at Catchem & Skinem's emporium, prompting the heiress to realize a familiar truth about him. The judge narrator frames the exchange as a humorous revelation of class tension.
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Catchem & Skinem
Dispute Over Church Leadership Splits Local Congregation
In a Cleveland Leader excerpt the church here faces turmoil as deacons are elected but no woman agrees to serve as elder amid a quarrel over office distribution. The dispute highlights tensions surrounding church governance and gender roles within the congregation.
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Squabbia
Cleveland
Was a Winning Definition. Teacher-What is tautology?
A classroom dialogue from the Los Angeles Express feature compares tautology to repetition. A teacher asks for an example and a boy answers with a dinner scene involving sheep and a sister’s partner.
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Ekilste
Los Angeles Express
The Betrayal and a Quiet Country Day
Mr. Sportly planned a day in the country to commune with nature. At dinner his wife asked about the day and he replied it was poor. Five favorites were beaten.
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Sportly
A Peripatetic's Apology
A humorous exchange in which Plodding Pete explains that he travels between New York and Frisco seeking jobs. He admits by the time he reaches Frisco the job is taken and he keeps hearing of new opportunities in New York. Washington Star.
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Pete
New York
Washington Star
Racing Automobile Gift Sparks Notable Birthday Prize
A Chicago Herald-Reynard report notes Mrs. Swayleigh gifting her husband a powerful racing automobile for his birthday. The unusual present draws attention to the couple and their interest in speed and cars.
Nazimova in The Brat at LeRose Theatre
The LeRose Theatre presents Nazimova starring in The Brat this Sunday and Monday. Advertisement notes performances July 19 to 26 with tickets available.
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LeRose Theatre
Nazimova
Adv
Leep Motor Company Ad Promises 24/7 Auto Service
The Leep Motor Company offers day and night service and repairs all makes of automobiles. Vulcanizing tires tubes and accessories are available with modern equipment. The ad urges frequent inspection for big savings and promises the best service.
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Leep Motor Company
Leep Motor Co
Notice to Road Contractors Clark County Indiana 1920 bids
The Clark County Indiana Board of Commissioners invites sealed proposals for a 1.38 mile highway improvement in Utica Township to be macadam paved with drainage. Bids due August 2 1920 at 10 am. A double bond and non collusion affidavit required. Time of completion to be decided after letting.
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State of Indiana
Clark County
Board of Commissioners
Court House
Jeffersonville
Indiana
State of
Utica Township
W. W. Smith
Gom’s. Seal
Silver Creek Township
William H. Richardson
Com’s. Seal
Said
Charlestown
O’cleck
Charlestown Township
John S. Robertson
Charlestown and
Lexington Road
New York Laundry Advertises Affordable First Class Service
The New York Laundry promotes first class laundry for men women and children. Each article is handled with care and prices are said to be the lowest. The ad urges busy households to avoid making a sweat shop of the kitchen and to entrust clothing to a regular laundry business.
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New York
State Highway Construction Sealed Bids July 28 1920
Notice in Indianapolis Indiana states sealed bids for state highway construction projects F A 21 Section B Louisville Road Clark County and Section C Louisville Road Clark County Memphis to Underwood. Bids due 10:00 a m July 28 1920. Plans may be viewed at the State Highway Commission and obtained for 5 per set. Bonds required. Contractor selection to lowest and best bid with right to reject any bid. L H Wright Director. Adv notices dates July 13 15 17 20 22 24.
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State Highway Commission
State House
Indianapolis
Indiana
Louuisville
Clark County
New Albany
Jeffersonville Road
Memphis
Louuisville Road
Underwood
L. H. Wright
Onion Peelers in London Keep Winter Craft Alive
In London's east end more than 500 onion peelers work through winter to April. Begun in childhood, many mothers also follow the trade. Water is used to shield eyes, and Italian onions are favored over pungent Spanish varieties for milder aroma. The shut season underscores its value to pickle makers and dinner table fare.
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East End
London
Italy
The Laziest Bird Frogmouth of Australia and Islands
A note on the frogmouth describing a lazy nocturnal hunter found in Australia and Indian Ocean islands. It perches on tree limbs and, with a wide insect trap of a mouth, waits to catch insects rather than fly. It rests on roots of houses or fences and only moves after sunset.
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Ele
Australia
Indian Ocean
Always With You And Farewell
Poem fragment about being always with someone. Advertisement notes a sale of a sewing machine and a Pathé phonograph, with owner leaving city. Includes address 931 Mechanic and dates July 13 to 17 and weekly listings.
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Pathe
Chas. L. Combs Laundry Ad Claims Superior Service
An old advertisement for Chas. L. Combs Laundry boasts high quality in Jeffersonville with shirts, color items, and underwear cleaned and pressed. It touts careful handling and master cleaning service as the best on earth at any price.
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Chas. L
Richardson Road Project Notice in Clark County Indiana
Indiana Clark County notice seeks bids for 2 234 miles of road work in Silver Creek Township named William H Richardson road. Bids must be completed and filed with the county board by August 1920. Auditor Thomas L. Stoner signs the notice. Also a local move reports Mr and Mrs Guy Crawford taking an apartment on Maple Street.
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Guy Crawford
G. W. MecLelier
Maple St
John S Robertson Road Project Let in Charlestown Township
Clark County Indiana invites bids for grading draining and road completion known as the John S Robertson Road Letter D Charlestown and Lexington Road in Charlestown Township. Bids due by morning time per specifications plans and profiles on file with the County Auditor.
Graham Drug Co Cafe Ad Promises All You Can Eat
The Graham Drug Co. promotes its Palm Garden Cafe as Jeffersonville’s popular drug store and dining spot. It touts affordable all you can eat meals with pleasant music and best service. Chef Harry L. Belling signs the advertisement.
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Graham Drug Co
Jeffersonville
Palm Garden Cafe
Graham Drug Store
Harry L. Belling
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