Explorer William B Van Valin returns with Eskimo collection
William B Van Valin, leader of the John Wanamaker Exposition to the Eskimos of the Arctic Coast, Philadelphia return after two years with nearly five thousand specimens bound for the University Museum. He studied Hi lomo culture, filmed dances and hunts, and brought back a son born at Point Barrow. Influenza decimated Eskimo villages. reindeer herds and traditional life face threats from white settlement.
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William B. van Valin
Arctic
Alaska
Philadelphia
University Museum
Point Barrow
Fnelish
Tie
van Valin
Caneec
Wales
Capea Nome
Narti
Cleaning tips for household fabrics and fur care
Worth Knowing suggests erasing pencil marks before laundering, using butter on coffee and tea stains prior to hot suds, and cleaning a white fur set at home. It advises heating corn meal, placing furs in the hot pan to rub like washing, then shaking and rinsing to restore whiteness.
Applying for Auto License in 1920 Data Requirements
Automobile owners may apply for 1920 licenses. Provide vehicle details including body type, manufacturer number, name, model, year built, cylinders, engine number, horsepower, engine name, and wheel/tire specs. Commercial vehicles over 2000 pounds require chassis weight, front and rear tire widths, and tread details. Include purchase date, affidavit status, lights and diffusing devices, and any legal summonses with dates and locations.
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State Highway Dept
Old Time Apples Reflect Market Changes in an Eastern State
An Eastern newspaper recalls historic apple varieties like Baldwin Northern Spy Golden Russet and Pippin, noting scarcity of Belleflower and Golden Russet while Grimes Golden Jonathan rise in popularity. Mentions Rome Beauty and Western apples, with ad deduced from a county RECORD publication.
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Saga
Unio State Journal
Baldwin
Northern Spy
Golden Russet
Pippin
Rhodong& Greening
Galman Sweetnberg
Gravenstein
Telleflower
Spitzenberg
Grimes
Jonathan
Rome
Ohio
Lawrance County
Winter coat and accessory sale highlights diverse warm wear
The ad promotes tense coats or jackets in worsted cloth with dark colors and blue brown mixes priced 6.56 to 19.75. It notes Hath Relief blankets from 5.00 to 38.90 and neckwear silk varieties from 1.90 to 4.00 plus Clow gloves 3 to 5 and shirts with varied patterns and crepe materials.
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Oxford
Pigs Blamed for World War Allegedly by Count Seilern
A statement attributed to Count Carl Seilern claims pig trade helped trigger World War I. The account says Serb pig shipments to Hungary provoked embargo disputes, political propaganda, and growing misunderstandings that led to war. The report notes Austro-Hungarian actions and diplomatic tensions surrounding the alleged pork trigger.
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Carl Seilern
Charles
Vienna
Frederick Ti. Mead
Troy
Red Cross
Budapest
Servia
Hungary
Feeding for Better Egg Production in Hens
The booklet explains how proper feeding and balanced rations improve egg production. It covers feeding methods and quantities, emphasizing palatable, nutritious feeds. Readers can obtain a free copy by sending their address to F. B. 106.
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Record
Public trust in professional ads echoed by common trades
A fragment argues for similar guarantees of skill and responsibility in lawyers doctors and dentists as seen in everyday trades like butchers and bakers. The piece suggests ethics and experience should be advertised in public prints.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Shcnc Explorer
Wanamaker
Vat Valin
U, & Revenue
Bear
Glender Brothers
Eskijmo
Vevan Valin
Labrador
Greenland
Aleutian Islands
Pate
W. King Street
Lancaster, Pa
Hager Store
Santa Claus
Wayne Ainty
Coty
Boston
Grimes Golden and
Lpt Adventagents Sel Ous
Pius
R. Naile
Navy
Arch Street
Meniso
Naval Training Station
Stampton Roads
San Francisco
Chandler
Southard
Hovey
Brooms
Alden
Long
Navy Yard
Navy Department
Anurel
Ilar Swan
Joseph Heathers
Big Heather
Ecru
Leon
Hart, Schaffner & Marx
Monroe
Reigut
Groff & Wolf Co
North Queen Street
Lancaster
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