Speeding Proves Main Cause In Indiana Highway Accidents
Indianapolis Dec 5 The Indiana state highway commission reports for the first nine months of 1922 show speeding as the leading contributory cause in 105 of 146 accidents. 26 killed and 125 injured. only about 20 percent of accidents reported. other causes include sharp curves obstructed view lack of guard rail wet surface and intoxication. Mr Hinkle notes additional division statistics.
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Indianapolis
Indiana State Highway Commission
A. H. Hinkle
Auto crash injures Bloomfield man and wife
In Bloomfield Indiana Sunday an automobile driven by Hurl Mills of Switz City seven miles west of Bloomfield left the road and plunged down an embankment. Mills and his wife were injured along with two of their sons. Mrs Mills sustained chest and head injuries. Mills had facial cuts and a broken nose.
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Bloomfield
Hurl Mills
Switz City
Mills
Walnut log worth up to four thousand dollars in Indiana
The largest walnut log cut for veneer in years is at Johnson veneer mill in Edinburg after being felled near Dupont. Lawyers estimate the stump could yield veneer worth about three thousand dollars, with total value potentially reaching four thousand if the wood is curly and sound.
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Shelbyville
Ind
Indiana
Johnson Veneer
Edinburg
Dupont
Ole Oleson Aims for Railroading Career
A Buffalo Courier anecdote follows Ole Oleson who in a roundhouse becomes an engine wiper and is drilled on economy by a stern foreman. Promoted to fireman, he faces a test on how to handle a headlong passenger train, replying that he would grab the dam oil can and the dam waste and run.
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Ole Oleson
Ole
Buffalo Courier
Drilling and Boring Distinctions in Workshop Terms
In workshop language drilling means making a round hole in metal by a rotating tool pushing through with pressure. Boring enlarges an existing hole. Cutting a circular hole in wood with a brace and bit is boring, but in metal it is called drilling.
Wax improves acid resistant varnish properties
Recent investigations reported by Popular Mechanics show that adding small amounts of wax to water and acid resistant varnish increases its resistance further. Various waxes can be used, and the small additive does not noticeably affect toughness or other desirable qualities of the varnish.
Ancient Chinese Xylography and Early European Printing
Xylography originated in ancient China where the Chinese alphabet was carved on wood blocks for printing. The technique spread to Europe in the first quarter of the fifteenth century and evolved to a high level of craftsmanship in subsequent centuries.
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Europe
Osage orange tree origin and name explained
The Osage orange tree is native to the southwestern United States and bears fruit resembling oranges. It has no botanical relation to citrus. The name derives from its origin near Osage Indian villages.
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United States
Clemenceau Arrives in Washington to Lobby France
Georges Clemenceau landed in Washington for a four day visit to press France's cause. He was escorted to Henry White’s home to rest before meetings with President Harding and former President Wilson. He plans to be presented at the White House by Ambassador Jusserand and to meet Secretary Hughes and Secretary Mellon at luncheon.
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Washington
Georges Clemenceau
France
Henry White
Versailles
Harding
Woodrow Wilson
White House
Jusserand
S” Street
Mr. Wilson
Charles E. Hughes
Andrew W. Mellon
Administration takes on La Follette Progressives in tax debate
Washington reports the administration answered the Wisconsin Senator La Follette’s new Progressive bloc by defending income taxation and corporate surpluses. Secretary Mellon rebuked Governor Blaine for charging the government with protecting the rich dodgers, calling his speech selfish class prejudice. The administration signaled willingness to pursue new legislation if needed.
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Washington
la Follette
Wisconsin
Treasury
Mellon
Blaine
Congress
Organize Extension Course In Jasonville
Jasonville teachers have organized an extension course with Professor Payne of the State Normal school as director. Beginning this week the class will meet alternating Thursdays. The program will reference retarded children.
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Jasonville
Payne
State Normal School
Islands Too Expensive for Small Buyers in Islands Boom
Adventure Magazine notes it is nearly impossible for the average man to acquire an island in the South seas today. In French Oceania and across Polynesia and Melanesia, wealthy trading firms are buying and leasing outlying islands of value. Two to three decades ago a small island could be bought, but a trading boom has driven up prices and access is shrinking.
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French Oceania
Polynesia
Melanesia
Adventure Magazine
Sowing and Reaping Thackeray Thought Quote
A quotation attributed to Thackeray notes the moral chain from thought to destiny. It links sowing ideas to reaping actions, habits, character, and ultimately fate, urging mindful conduct and long term consequences.
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Thackeray
The Hardest Part in Alexander’s Fall from Power
The Birmingham News conjectures that after conquering the world Alexander died in rage while attempting to collect the indemnity. The note reflects on the burden of empire and the legend of his demise.
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Alexander
Birmingham
Ala
Might Be Either Outdoor Man Who Smokes Pipe
The line plays on ambiguity about a man’s habits noting he may be outdoor oriented whether or not he smokes a pipe. The quip contrasts outdoor image with pipe use as potential indicators.
Light rays reach ten miles high in search light test
Rays of billion candle power search lights pierced to a height of ten miles above Earth in a pioneering night test. Strong beams projected from ground stations illuminated the sky, demonstrating the potential for high altitude visibility and signaling capabilities.
Vast Mars Surface Size Is Cited
A historical note states Mars has about 55 million square miles of surface area. It emphasizes the planet’s large geographic extent and invites consideration of what such space implies for exploration and study.
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Mars
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