Soldier's Death Mixes doubt and dramatic impostor tale
A Wisconsin family believed their son Urban John Bergeron, killed at Belleau Wood in 1918, was buried in a flag draped coffin in France. An imposter, urban John St Claire, surfaced in Atlanta claiming kinship, while his sister Stella doubted him. Investigations linked the case to a broader wartime misidentification and a web of family estrangement in Menasha and Atlanta.
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Ee. W. Bergeron
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York World
Painting Bought for Masters by Paul Trubens
An art purchase notes a painting titled Lion's Den by Paul Trubens acquired for a masters program. The entry references Prot Past ale Parine and a portal laboratory context, with fragmentary phrasing.
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Fewi
Pater
Paul Trubens
Fatal Farmer Dies After Furnace Dampers Contact
Conard P. Long, thirty, a farmer near Hera, was fatally shocked when the chain attached to his furnace damper touched a worn electric wire. He died about an hour later from the electric shock.
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Conard P. Long
Hera
London fears St Pauls dome is falling down
A report cites city and cathedral experts warning the St Pauls dome in London is unsafe. Hollow pillars and heavy traffic, sewer work, and nearby construction are blamed for weakening stability. Demolition and rebuilding would cost at least £500,000 and close the cathedral for 30 years, though some urge faster action to replace pillars.
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London
ST. Paul's Dome
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Daily Mirror
Castedlrhe
Horrow
Trains Seal to Save Endangered Swimmers
Captain Winston, a local animal trainer, predicts a trained seal could rescue swimmers in rough water, claiming the seal can grab a man by the neck and carry him to safety without injury. The report notes a legal angle as a judge weighs the case.
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Hamburg
Sommer Resorts
Bans Winston
Winston
Ufe Siver
Record of 1924 U S Education Gains and Costs
Nationwide education progress in 1924 shows record enrollments across public, private, and higher schools. 25 million public school pupils with 8.5 million in high schools, 2 million in private and parochial schools, and over 700 thousand in universities. Costs hit about 1.8 billion dollars as rural districts raise standards, consolidate, and expand buildings.
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United States
John J. Tigert
Department of the Interior
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Madden Challenge Over President's Power to Create Commissions
The House appropriations panel rejects White House requests for 275000 to fund a St Lawrence commission and 50000 for agricultural commission travel. Madden questions legal authority, noting no clear statute authorizes the commissions. Jadwin cites presidential appointment while Madden asks for lawful basis. Carey defends expenses as serving the nation with members scattered nationwide needing travel funds.
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Martin Madden
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St Lawrence Commission
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Herbert Hoover
Secetary of Commerce
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Jadwin
Wyoming
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New York
Kauss
Washington
Farmers Meet with Coolidge and Lowden on Co operative Marketing
A conference with Frank O. Lowden and Calvin Coolidge heard tough lines on current marketing schemes. Lowden blamed speculative greed. Coolidge urged cooperative marketing with conditions. They outlined six steps: grades standards, eliminate poor varieties, boost production efficiency, unify product to market, organize distribution, and build confidence in farm products.
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Frank O. _ Lowder
Co-Operative
Lowden
Calvin Coolidge
Coolidge
Coolidge Curtis Win By One Vote In Senate Veto Clash
The Senate sustained President Coolidge's veto of the postal employees pay raise bill by 55 to 29. Loyal Republicans and some Democrats helped defeat the measure, with key votes from Dial King Owen and Shields. Curtis led the Senate fight, while administration vows to push wage increases and a $60,000,000 postal rate rise.
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Baie
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Oddie
Pepper
Phipps
Sterling
Watson
Welter
Whe
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Rep. Kans
Lacking in Faith Prisoner Refuses Court-Provided Lawyer
The prisoner faced a murder charge as a large audience of legal officials gathered. The judge offered the right to counsel, but the prisoner declined stating that the matter was too serious to seek defense.
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Tly Lord
Good as a Scarecrow Said
Two women share a garden wall chat about a daughter singing. The neighbor, Mrs Tetty, replies that her husband and she enjoy the singing as it helps keep birds away from their berry bushes.
Curious Florence Pin Encounter Sparks Rehearsal Hint
A brisk exchange unfolds in a Florence Pin setting as a caller from yesterday asks Miss Flinn if she recognized him. She admits uncertainty and inquires about his identity, revealing a public curiosity around the rehearsal. The brief interaction hints at social intrigue in a behind the scenes moment.
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Florence
Fond of Fishes A Besto Was Offered
A fragmented report notes a conversation about feeding sharks with jokes about luck and a blind encounter. The dialogue mentions fears, misread lines, and playful distrust between a boy and adults regarding sharks.
Amateurs Put On A Realistic Theatrical Show
A reader describes an amateur drama night noting it seemed too realistic with dialogue about timing between acts. The program reportedly claimed a one hour intermission but the scene suggested otherwise.
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Windsor Magazine
Language on the Loose Diction Sparks Hedged Audience Thrill
A critical note on diction in a piece shows restrained language and restrained propriety until profanity appears. The piece then excites readers as the crowd responds to bold phrasing and raw expression.
First Boot and Drill Sergeant Misquote Exchange
Two boot recruits joke about a drill sergeant’s remark and try to recall his exact words. The back and forth plays on mishearing a taunt as a literal phrase about wearing sour bread and woodpecker. The dialogue captures a humorous miscommunication in boot camp slang.
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Hera
Eminent Author Demands Return of Manuscript
An eminent author presses for the return of a story drafted a decade ago for SUA. The editor, awaiting publication, refuses and the author demands $25, citing his reputation and desire not to spoil it.
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Eouu
SUA
The Lucky Stone Son Dad Phrase Exchange
A brief exchange features a son asking about luck and his father replying that the grindstone is the luckiest stone to have. The dialogue centers on a parent child moment highlighting practical wisdom. The piece reads like a traditional proverb styled as a rustic quip.
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Dad
Willie’s Misstep Shocks Town After Unintended Shot
A terse report notes Willie, amid a hazy day, fired and struck his uncle’s eye. Authorities say the incident marked a near end to his first attempt at a dangerous stunt, leaving the community startled and seeking answers.
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Willie
Deep Enough Beauty is Only Skin Deep Quote
Exchange highlights a wry remark on appearances and nature’s limits. A man notes the proverb about beauty being only skin deep and adds that limitation keeps girls busy. The line reflects social attitudes and witty banter.
Fret Work Inquirie Reveals Husbands Trade
Dialogue shows Mrs Arris misnaming her husband and debating his crafts. He is described as a fret worker who frets all the week if he works half a day, reflecting a facetiously framed household scene from a local page.
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Awkins
Artis
Arris
Guessing Hostess Lets Play Hand in Bridge
A dialogue fragment shows a playful bridge session with characters Gites Olde and Miss Olfle Weill. One urges another to join, noting inexperience and curiosity about trying the game. The snippet captures a social card game moment and tentative participation.
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Olfle—Weill
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