Foresters Urged to Halt Floods By Replanting Watersheds
The article argues that floods like Pueblo’s are the result of deforested headwaters and excessive rainfall runoff. It cites China’s flood famine cycle and notes past flood control efforts in Ohio after the Wabash and Miami catastrophes, but warns such engineering fixes are costly and not foolproof. It calls for integrating forestry with engineering to prevent floods and build long term timber wealth.
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AEBLO
United States
Arizona
Pueblo
China
Puebla
Ohio
Wabash
Miami
Colorado
Gorges Carpentier Upends American Boxing Traditions
The champion Georges Carpentier trains behind a padlocked gate, eschewing open-house sessions and ordinary sparring habits. He favors classic music and dancing, washes his face with clean towels, and even apologizes after a heavy punch. As July 2 at Bosle's Thirty Acres approaches, observers note a revolutionary shift in boxing style and preparation ahead of the Willard bout.
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de la Boxe Gorges Carpentier
Georges
M. Georges
Bosle
Mor.ehipsey
Willard
Toledo
Boxing’s future needs a sportsman champion
The article argues for a champion who embodies strength and science over brutal force, wishing Georges could prove a true sportsman in the ring. It laments the sport’s demoralized atmosphere and hopes for a model fighter with courage, self-control, and moral character, though it remains noncommittal about betting on outcomes.
Holding Up the City in City Printing Controversy
The Tribune and Leader-Press argues against mayoral accusations that it "held up the city" by comparing city printing payments. Official records show 1940s figures: Tribune payment of 9 405.30 versus Bentley paper at 8 000.08, illustrating the city’s contracting history and challenging the charge with concrete numbers.
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Tribune and Leader-Press
Tribune
Leader- Press
Bentley
If Bertun Pelber Golf Trip and School Funds
Ten years ago George Burton and J Pelber returned from Milwaukee after a golf tournament and were hosted at the Blur Moon club. The high school graduation class voted to donate 24 dollars to buy a new curtain and scenery for future plays. A police campaign against resorts led to fines and an arrest for an alleged bad resort proprietor. Homesick horses owned by Fred Wehr traveled 25 miles to Newton, Wisconsin, with a two week old colt. Dr and Mrs Beck of Indianapolis visiting local hosts will stay for property improvements. A Good Government League petition to close saloons on Sundays has 707 signatures and is referred to the common council.
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George Burton
J. Pelber
Milwaukee
Blur Moon Club
Fred Wehr
Focal Horse
Fair Grounds
Newton
Wisconsin
Beck
Indianapolis
A. Platz
Fourth
Good Government League
Boschert
Common Council
Mary Mann Opdale
St. Paul's Universalist Church
National Institute of the Universalist Pastors’ Union
Galesburg
Illinois
Brooke Shuman
la Crosse
Burlington
San Francisco
Philippines
Forty-fifth Regiment
Yorace McCord
Theodore Thompson
Lem Gosnell
Mayo Street
Third
George Street
James Williams
Upper Mississippi
Warsaw
Pettibone Park
Abner Gilg
Denver
Salt Lake
Alaska
John Taylor
St. James Street
St. John's Catholic Church
Larson
England
Caledonia Street
M. E- Church
Epworth League
Summer Chauffeur Helps Children And Learns Love
Joan, a college student invited to a civic club lunch, takes a summer job as a chauffeur and helper for Mr. and Mrs. Jonas. She drives, teaches the children chores, and bonds with a young male chauffeur, James Moore, amid beach trips and evening talks as they share work, learning, and growing affection.
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Ruby Douglas Toan
Imeh
Civic Club
Joan
Amit
Nell
Neb
Dean
Tay
Lingmer
Anc
Alfred Jonas
Ms. Young
Parker
Leavin
Tony
Fragi
Vin
Jonas
Mrs. Jonas
John Moore
Scholastic Study Sports Tancinht 152
A compact item notes scholastic study sports activity featuring Tancinht 152 with emphasis on school athletics participation and a brief update on associated teams and events. The item highlights ongoing student sports involvement and possible upcoming matches or practices.
The Boys and Girls Newspaper Home Work Play
The item presents a compact early 20th century children’s page promoting home work and play activities. It highlights boys and girls engaging in constructive tasks, with emphasis on reading, writing, and supervised games.
Riddle and Puns From Old Puzzle Page
Puzzle humor and word rearrangements from a vintage clipping. Includes an Arthur Le Buaka contribution and a light quiz with playful questions about weather Calms and a horse's bit.
How Do You Say It and Writing a Contribution
A lively reader notes pronunciation quirks and provides a simple, step by step method to craft a contribution. It covers choosing a subject, outlining with a map, drafting, revising, and final copying, including mailing to an editor and handling of return glory. It also hints at a boys organization with joining details and benefits.
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Tom
demTora
Parables of Safed the Sage
A fragmented parable set in Smithville where townsmen push a flashy sign and tax the community for growth. A visitor warns that true progress requires tangible local improvements such as schools, streets, and clean housing rather than chasing a single sign. The text rails against vanity projects while urging practical civic development.
Summer That Was For Her And Him
A fragment shows Toan and Joan discussing a summer romance and future plans. Mrs. Jones consoles, urging happiness while youth lasts and wishing Toan strength to finish college. The scene hints at breakups, college, and returning to the game later.
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Cean
Joan
Hhr
EL Gniy
Reise
Rebuilding French Canals After War Surges Ahead
The article notes rapid canal rebuilding in 1920 France with vast merchant tonnage figures and wartime destruction. It reports 45 miles of naval lines destroyed and Armistice reconstruction progress reaching 32 miles, with 1,129 structures including rocks and culverts damaged and partially rebuilt.
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Aganst
Abe Martin finds humor in loyal road trip to stockyards
Abe Martin notes they cannot be heartless enough to chat with a calf in a Ford all the way to stockyards and sell it to butcher. Manager Craw advertises for a pianist for East Lynne at Melodson Mall tonight. All hetoets ate wasps.
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Craw
East Lynne
Melodson Mall
Reading Advertisements to Profit in Daily Life
A brisk exhortation praises reading newspaper ads over news to spot investments and purchases. It argues ads guide buyers, warn against fraud, and build judgment while urging daily ad scrutiny for clearer thinking and greater happiness. Included is a cartoon excerpt about Hudson seals and evolving appetites.
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William Trapp
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Smithville Board of Tre
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Smithville Board of
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Maggie
Mike
Une
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Raivcars
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Elyair
Bryant
Jleenriak
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House of God
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Stella
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Columbia River
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