Barber urges strict eugenics law in Wisconsin
Madison report to Governor Blaine by Senator J I Barber urges a comprehensive eugenics law requiring physical and mental examinations before marriage. It cites state institutions showing feeble mindedness or deafness linked to offspring and calls for tighter control of marriages and new structural reforms in state care.
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Barber
Wisconsin
Madison
Wis
Blaine
J. I Barber
Marathon
Barker
Cninnewa
Glk
Heron
Wittess Thes
Pearie
Ennrrel
Board of Central
Engineer Department
Board of Control
Broadcasters Cause Most Interference Says Observers
Washington engineers from the Bureau of Standards report seven months of tests, identifying broadcasting stations like KDKA and WLB as the main source of radio interference. They find average interference from other broadcasters at 20.3 percent, amateurs at 2.5 percent, their own spark sets at 2.2 percent, plus static fading oscillation lines and power lines contributing others. 23.2 percent of stations reported no interference.
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Washington
Bureau of Standards
KDKA
Pittsburg
WLB
Minneapolis
W. Seta
Wisconsin House Opposes U.S. Entry into World Court
Wisconsin lawmakers adopt a resolution opposing the League of Nations plan to bring the United States into the world court. The measure cites Washingtons warning about foreign influence and pledges to avoid entanglements while stressing the nations policy of limited political involvement abroad.
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U. S
Madison
Wis
United Statend
Congress
Viasin
Peante
Wisconsin
League of Nat Hutien
Stanrls
la Folletts
League of Nations
Republic
George Washington
Iife
Keen Interest Shown in Sunday Vacation School
The First Baptist church hosts a full blast vacation school each morning with children arriving early to play volleyball before the nine o clock start. Rev W S Steigart reports the third year program is the best yet and emphasizes training in unselfishness and missionary zeal. The group plans a Christmas tree so members can craft items to send as gifts to Japan, and teachers from the church lead non denominational instruction to inspire broad participation.
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First Baptist Church
W.S. Steigart
Japan
Altough
First Baptist Church, Ama
Feet Ache Relief Powder Advertise Wartime Foot Ease
An old advertisement touts Font-Ease antiseptic powder for sore feet including corns and bunions. It promises instant relief from burning and swelling, mixing into shoes for comfort. Claims vast wartime use and a free offer.
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Wen
Savya
le Roy
City Sunday Schools Offer Free Instruction to All Children
Children from seven different Sunday schools join a citywide program offering free religious instruction as a valuable privilege for every boy and girl. The program showcases an inclusive heritage of education accessible to all in the city.
School Picnic Prospects Bright for Saturday Outing
Children eagerly anticipate the first school picnic planned for this coming Saturday. The program includes regular Saturday picnics, with many youngsters hoping sunny weather. The school continues to grow daily as plans proceed.
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Sol
Children share joy in welcome as Dr Gordonio honored
The piece praises children bringing good news to friends and peers, noting a warm welcome for all. It mentions Guélielma Gordonio as the first doctor of medicine, receiving the honor from the College of Aosti in Italy in 1220.
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Guélielma Gordonio
College of
Aosti
Italy
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