Doctors lead village venereal cure in Norwich New York
In Norwich Chenango county doctors initiated a moral crusade against open prostitution. After a district medical society meeting, physicians reported disease spread and pressed authorities to act. Within a month all disorderly houses were closed and street walkers departed. Venereal cases fell by 75 percent.
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Norwich
Chenango County
New York
Paul B. Brooks
New York State Medical Society
Health protection drive led by physicians gains logic
A fragment notes health protection is logical to be led by physicians in a campaign. The text suggests a public health initiative emphasizing medical leadership in safeguarding community health.
Made In La Crosse Week Showcases Local Products
Citizens urged to visit ninety seven downtown show windows displaying La Crosse manufacturers processes and demonstrations. The appeal emphasizes seeing is believing and invites every home-maker, citizen, father, and mother to spend at least one hour touring the exhibits tonight being the big night.
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la Crosse
Army League Forms to Inform Public on Military Affairs
A new Army league aims to educate civilians on army matters to influence policy and curb waste. Led by president William C. Endicott and secretary Frederic L. Huidekoper, the group seeks open membership for reform through informed public opinion and accountability.
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Army League
William C. Endicott
Boston
Frederic L. Huidekoper
Washington, D. C
Everybody’s
Not just manners rules broken by speeding cars
The speaker argues that rushing vehicles not only show bad manners but also breach propriety by frightening people and causing discomfort and embarrassment.
Michigan Chauffeur License Signet Ring Idea
A reader suggests an absurd rule for a chauffeur seeking a license, proposing the license be forged as a signet ring carried in the nose to prove identity. The remark reflects satirical or controversial humor rather than policy.
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Michigan
The Difference Between Death by One's Action and Murder
The court opinion argues that the distinction hinges on legal terminology rather than moral guilt, noting procedural costs affect charging and prosecution. It discusses definitions, mens rea, and the potential impact of self harm or accidental death being treated as homicide versus self-inflicted death.
The Paperhanger's Business Pushes to the Wall
A paperhanger sees strong demand driving his craft to new heights as orders surge across storefronts and homes, yet economic pressure hints at looming risks behind the booming trade.
Home on the Hill Inspired by a Poem
Poem fragment titled Quips and Cranks and Wanton Wiles describes a simple home among orchard trees. The speaker cherishes the ivy covered dwelling though admiring fairer meadows, yet longing returns as lights glow and a watch dog barks near the lamp in the window. Thomas Curtis Clerk.
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Thomas Curtis Clerk
Cummins Address Sparks Church Fire Allegation Tale
Former Representative Hepburn recalls a Iowa church tale linked to Senator Cummins. The story describes a divided congregation after a church fire and funds raised to rebuild, with Zephaniah Robinson questioning whether Brother Jedediah Jones set the blaze. The Washington Post cites the anecdote.
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Cummins
Iowa
Hepburn
Republican National Committee
Republican Party
Jedediah Jones
Zephaniah Robinson
Brother Jones
Washington Post
George Cohan’s Fare Lark On A Streetcar
In a city district where streetcar conductors collect fares, George Cohan boards a car and shifts seats to near the exit. The conductor notices a new passenger and approaches for payment. Cohan offers one cent, explaining he paid earlier from the other seat and mistook the exchange for a new collection.
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George Cohan
Mr. Cohan
George
Banquet Plan Foiled by Double Dealing Judge
A young attorney sought a seat beside Judge Spink at a politician filled banquet. He bribed the head waiter to place him next to the judge, only to learn the judge had paid to be kept apart. The waiter explained the judge paid to keep the two apart, exposing the ruse.
A Pitcher’s Tragedy Slated In Exhibition Game
Connie Mack praised for developing young pitchers and predicting their on field results while recalling a grim exhibition game. He questions a terrified rookie about his control, remarking that attempts are repeatedly returned with power. The exchange underscores Mack’s stern teaching style.
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Connie Mack
Connie
Mack
Adee Holds Assistant Secretary of State Post Says Wilson
The Kansas City Star notes Alvey A. Adee's long service as assistant secretary of state under multiple administrations and his role as social judge at White House gatherings. It recounts a humorous anecdote about Adee answering a telephone and being asked to spell his name.
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Alvey A. Adee
Whitehouse
Wilson
Adee
A. A. Adee
the Inquirer
Kansas City Star
Bride-to-be Miss Olga Sheppard to Wed Cullen Thomas
Miss Olga Sheppard sister of Senator Morris Sheppard of Texas will marry Mr. Cullen Thomas of Texarkana Texas. Senator Sheppard with his wife and daughter Janet have left Washington to attend the wedding.
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Olga Sheppard
Morris Sheppard
Texas
Cullen Thomas
Texarkana
Senator Sheppard
Janet
Washington
Welfare commission seeks end to fines for arrested girls
Chicago lawmakers urged by the Welfare commission to abolish the fining system for girls picked up on the street or in disorderly houses. A new morals court would then send these girls to the house of correction for vocational training.
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Chicago
Illinois
Chicago Welfare Commission
New Morals Court
House of Correction
It’s never too early to mend
The saying echoes a cautious approach to repairs and patience, urging action before problems worsen and reminding readers to prepare and fix issues promptly.
Special scalp treatment advertised for itching and hair loss
An old advertisement explains a Cuticura hair remedy to soothe itching, prevent thinning and falling hair, and remove dandruff. It instructs applying Cuticura ointment to the scalp, then washing with Cuticura soap, with monthly use for best results. Samples are mailed from Boston and shaving products are promoted.
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Cuticura
Dept. 3
Boston
Hillsboro Memories of Love and Garden Life
A narrator reflects on Hillsboro's tight knit society and family ties as she waits for a returning lover. She recalls a garden of affectionate scrutiny, a pending marriage, and the weight of guardianship and memory while tending her ailing Doctor. Her mood shifts from anxious to buoyant as she endures care from Judy and contemplates death with hope.
Lover letter from a dairy view of hunger and fear
Excerpt from a diary page describes strict eating notes breakfast to supper with toast egg fruit and cereal then lean chop salad and an apple. Narrator laments hunger and fantasizes escaping into contortion to endure chilling torture before freezing death.
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Jersey
Hillsboro
Harpeth Valley
Emperor Yoshihito Recovers From Illness in Tokyo
May 28 report from Tokyo states Emperor Yoshihito has fully recovered from a recent indisposition and is in normal condition. Empress Dowager also recovered from a cold, easing concerns at the Akasaka palace.
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Tokio
Yoshihito
Ayoama
S S S blood tonic promises renewed vigor and health
A bracing medicine advertised as S S S claims to revitalize sluggish blood and improve nerves digestion and skin conditions. It asserts relief from rheumatism fatigue and various skin diseases and urges readers to obtain a bottle from drug stores or write the Atlanta laboratory for guidance.
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Beecham
S.S.S
S.8
S.S
Atlanta
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Gumbel Bldg
Kansas City
the Tribune
Association OF American Advertisers
New York City
Frank H. Burgess
la Crosse Tribune
A. E. Bleekman
Molly
Maria Thompson Daviess
Selina Sue
Rose of
Old Harpeth
Bobbs Merrill Co
Mr. Carter
Tennessee
Alfred
Carter
Doctor John
America
John
Judy
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S.S& S
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