Non-political tours and farm questions in the New Deal era
A collection of Associated Press items cites President Roosevelt’s non-political tours, the shift to open politics among New Dealers, and editorials on farm policy. It discusses Governor Landon’s stance on preserving the family farm, farm people as individuals, and doubts about crop insurance and TVA-style miracles under the New Deal.
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Roosevelt
Washington
Landon
Des Moines
NEW Deal
TVA
Tugwell
Eye Opener Slip Mobilizes German Youth
The German government distributes a blue mobilization slip to military age men. It orders reporting for war duties under military law once issued from Berlin. Younger recipients may see it as a sign of Germany’s ambitions, while veterans confront past memories.
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Berlin
Germany
Endless columns march through Brussels and Madrid headlines
Reportage notes columns pouring through Brussels with Uhlans infantry and hospital detachments as German drive toward Versailles looms and the siege at the Alcazar near Madrid continues. Secretary Roper returns from Europe eager for broader trade treaties, while Midwest farmers oppose expanding foreign competition despite favorable foreign farmer scores.
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Brussels
Germany
Versailles
Roper
Europe
United States
Canada
Republican National Committee
Midwest
Rowlands Dies Owner of College Book Store
Robert J. Rowlands known as Bob Rowlands died this morning at St. Luke's hospital Kansas City following surgery for acute appendicitis. He was a longtime figure among University students and a past president of the Rotary club.
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R. J. Rowlands
Robert J. Rowlands
College
St. Luke's Hospital
Kansas City
Mr. Rowlands
Bob
Lawrence
Rotary’s Club
Two Suffrage Speakers to Address Lawrence Women
Mrs W A Guenther recovered after surgery for chronic appendicitis at Simmons hospital and is reported doing nicely. Miss Guerning secretary of the national College Suffrage League and Miss Fleming a Vassar graduate will speak to Lawrence women at the Presbyterian church Friday afternoon.
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W. A. Guenther
Simmons Hospital
Miss Guerning
National College Suffrage League
Miss Fleming
Vassar
Lawrence
Presbyterian Church
Poor Pa by Claude Callan
A humorous dated cartoon caption by Claude Callan from 1936 portrays a family scene with a son in law living with relatives and a juggling of time between family duties and golf. The quip reflects mid 20th century family life and social expectations in a single panel frame.
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Poor PA
Claude Callan
Publishers Syndicate
Forty Years Ago Local Notices and Social Items
Forty years ago in Lawrence on September 22 women were urged to attend events, bring friends, and enjoy tea while Mrs. W. R. Stubbs hosted visiting speakers. Miss Lucy Eck left teaching due to ill health, replaced by Mrs. Rachel Fisher Flory. Charles Brown to direct Baptist church orchestra. eight pieces attended practice. Various residents headed to college or travel, with music, entertainment, and school announcements. Emancipation Day parade, Lecompton veterans reunion, and local political meetings drew sizable crowds.
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W. R. Stubbs
Johnston
Topeka
Lucy Eck
Rachel
Fisher Flory
Haye
Charles Brown
Lawrence
Baptist Church
Solon Emery
Princeton
L. M. Allison
Los Angeles
Cal
Butch” Cowell
Champaign
Illinois University
Cornell
Fern Edie
Bonner Springs
Edie
Plymouth Congregational Church
Enoch Arden
F. M. Benedict
Louise Wiedemann
Strauss
Flo Shanklin
Charles Dolingan
School of Education
Kk.u
H. Karberg
St. Louis
Karnes
Karberge
Nina Hester
Novel excerpt reveals forbidden romance and moved lives
In a tense late night, Carol and Blake confess love amid hospital stress and family strains. He urges they spend their lives together, while she fears Irma’s possible meddling, yet they choose to pursue a shared future, ending with a plans for a dinner and a night out.
Voters reject Dodge City bond proposals for auditorium and land
In Dodge City on September 23, voters rejected a 10,000 bond for a 125,000 WPA aided auditorium and a separate 40,000 bond to buy more land at the site, with 707 to 483 and 825 to 339 defeats respectively. Kanwaka 4-H notes report club members earning awards and preparations for upcoming meetings and activities.
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Dodge City
The Feast At Top Notch Farm
Willy Nilly, Rip the waters dog, and Notch the owl host a playful feast after a brave rescue. Christopher Columbus Crow, Tan Notch, and Sweet Face the lamb squabble over mirrors and size, while Rip enjoys the banter and prepares to dine. The scene ends with a promise of tomorrow and a lighthearted feast.
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Mary Graham Kenner
Willy Nilly
Rip
Christopher Columbus
Christopher
Notch
Ether Anniversary Marks 60 Years Since First Surgical Anesthetic
In October we celebrate the 60th anniversary of the first public demonstration of ether as a surgical anesthetic. On October 16, 1846, Dr Warren at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston used ether to remove a tumor. His remark, Gentlemen, this is no humbug, convinced the audience, and the discovery was announced the following November.
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Blake
Careal
Hio
Topeka
Mary Topping
Helen Shaw
Willard Shaw
Big Springs
Doris Button
Mount Hope Fair
Doris
Miss Button
Olin Button
George
Winifred
Eula Haverstock
George Haverstock
Doris Buttons
Harold Johanning
Winifred Haverstock
Warren
Massachusetts General Hospital
Boston
Evolution of anesthesia in surgery and its safety
A Boston Medical and Surgical Journal piece traces the origin of the terms anesthesia and anesthetic to Oliver Wendell Holmes and notes ether’s dominance as an anesthetic in 51 percent of 213 New York City hospital operations. It highlights nitrous oxide and the newer ethylene, claims about safety, and reassures readers that major operations carry minimal anesthesia risk today.
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Henry J. Bigelow
Boston Medical and Surgical Journal
Oliver Wendell Holmes
Valerius Cordus
New York City
Sir Humphrey Davy
Penzance
England
Peru marks centennial with pictorial Callao stamps
The article notes Peru's centennial celebration for Callao province, the 1d-square-mile political division housing the port of Lima. The stamp set emphasizes eye appeal with a pictorial theme, highlighting scenic and historical aspects.
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Peru
Calloa
Lima
Peruvian stamp series and watermark notes from early 20th century
The article catalogs a 12 item Peruvian stamp set from the 1930s era with values from 1 centavo to 1 sole plus an airmail stamp, detailing designs such as San Cristobal warship La Punta seal Independence plaza Callao fortifications and a Callao locomotive, plus notes on watermarks of Edward VIII stamps and distinct E8R markings.
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Peru
San Cristobal
Naval College
la Punta
Independence Plaza
Calloa
Viceroy de Valasca
Cloa
Maipu
Real Filine
Edward the Eighth
Rex
Goon Fe V
Resinol Ointment and Soap Ad Warns Against Itching
Quick relief from eczema psoriasis poison ivy and irritation near the rectum or personal parts is claimed from applying Resinol Ointment overnight. The ad says it relieves scratching eases irritation and speeds healing with a penetrating oily base and suggests Resinol Soap for prewash. It notes nurses use the product and offers free samples by mail to Baltimore Maryland.
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Dent
Baltimore
Sid
Stamp experts discuss watermark methods and King Edward designs
The article notes Arabic numerals on stamps and cautions against benzine used to reveal watermarks, advising light against a dark surface for detection. It also surveys King Edward stamp designs as modern in style with Romanian similarities and reports Belgian colonies issuing Astrid commemorative sets for charity featuring Queen Astrid and Belgian Africa Congo imagery. It adds six Persian stamps with Rizah Khan portrait changes.
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Astrid
Belgium
Belgian East Africa
Congo
In Injunction to Spare Otto Wolff from Cold Nights
Otto Wolff 60 wins restraining order against estranged wife to stop her from pulling covers at night. His attorney cites a bitter winter ahead as proof. judge grants the permanent injunction to protect him in his home.
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STI
Chicago
Otto Wolff
Los Angeles
Betty Rice
Ervin E. Rice
Radio Programs Wednesday Evening Listings and Death of Fire Horse Freddie
A sprawling station listing for Wednesday evening September 23 shows multiple network and local programs across WDAF KMBC WREN KMBC and related stations with musical acts orchestras and talk segments. The fragment ends with a fashion description of a black crepe evening dress and a tragic note: a hit-skip autoist killed Freddie the last fire horse at Shreveport Louisiana, alongside a reference to a white satin vest and calla lily collar.
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WDAF
Jack Armatrong
Wren
Mario Cozzi
KMBC
Moment Musicale
Boske Carter
Frank Farrell
Kmbc Cavaloads of America
Nan
Wapsne King
Orch
Burns and Allen
Town Hall
Kostelanetz
Bc—Gang Busters, KM &:20-Kmbc—The March of Time. S45—Kmbuc
Jack Sharon
Sae Dae Amier
Andy K Ing
Jesters
Ans Fiath
Organtat
Renophi Ohman
WDAP
Jesse Craigford
Organe
Ernle Smith
William Hard
Wren—Radio Night Club
Chez Pares Orch
Goose Creek Parson
Shandor
Ren
Bobby Haye
Ye Mayhew
Wdaa
Sports Review
Luigi Romaneill
Bernie Cummins
Abs Bince
WPA Hotel
Bismarck
KMAC
Austin Mack
Ista del Lago
Ark Fisher
Radio Circus
Mark Warnew
Martha
Jal
Tad Armestrong
Boaka Carter
Rudy Vallee
Kate Smith
AL Donahue
Meredith Wilson
Wdab Hoh Burns
Grand Terrace Orch
KMBU
Erla Smith
KMEC
Wiltam
Radio Night Club
Shantor
Phil Harris
Merry Gardens
Paul Martel
Henry King
Ladison Hotel
Frank Datlay
Daneco
Wren—Grand Tarrace
Bismarck Orch
Carl Schreiber
Eastman Casino
Freddie
Shreveport
Penguin promises rescue despite stormy trap
Dialogue shows Puff y experiences fear as they remain trapped. Penguin vows to swim to the ship and retrieve it, insisting he will not be deterred by getting wet. The exchange highlights determination and camaraderie in a perilous situation.
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Madrid
Toledo
Alcazar
Puffy
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