Kilborn recounts California memory and local industry notes
O. L. Kilborn writes from California recalling a Marshall era gathering at Levi Dickerson’s Burbank home and lists attendees. He notes Glendale’s seaweed gelatin factory, Burbank’s new baseball college with ex‑stars faculty, and reflects on gambling culture and Sunday laws.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
Marshall
Levi Dickerson
S. Olive Ave
Burbank
Lee
Darwin
Glendale
Clark County
Ed Curran
Ivan
John Ramsey
Sam Ramsey
Mary
Veronica
Harry
C. E. Williams
Chas. Rushworth
Farrington
C. & Crum
North Ann
Paris
Edgar County
T. J. Tierney
Canada
Veronica Raomney
S. A. Kinser
Arthur
Chicago
Rosemary Boyer
Council Bluffs
Molly Cotter
Kinserg
Japan
Northwest
Frank Chance
O. L. Kilborn
Oxygen consumption and air exchange measured
A scientific experiment shows the average adult uses about 30 ounces of oxygen in 24 hours and inhales and exhales 1 440 gallons of air in the same period.
Peanut myth sparks hair growth claim prompts joke
A Washington scientist reportedly found that liberal peanut eaters show fine hair growth prompting a Boston Transcript joke about a commission from peanut vendors for passing the information.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Boston Transcript
Lee Declined Lincoln Offer to Command U S Army
On April 18 1861 President Lincoln through Francis Preston Blair offered General Lee command of the U S Army which he declined He stated he could not take part in invading the southern states though opposed to secession and war.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lee
President Lincoln
Francis Preston Blair
Army of the United States
Real Friendship and Forgetfulness of Faults
Uncle Eben asserts that true friendship rests as much on overlooking faults as on recalling favors in a plain spoken moral nugget.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eben
One Consolation For The Nobody In The Spotlight
A humorous remark notes that when you act foolishly the press avoids chasing details, sparing you scrutiny. The quip points to a consolation in being obscure and unimportant to reporters.
With the Passing of Time
A reflection on reunions and aging as old friends drift away and may no longer resemble their former selves, highlighting faded bonds and shifting loyalties over time.
Carrot Leaves Fashion Headdress Says Substitute for Birds
A historical note recalls ladies using carrot leaves in their headpieces, describing the airy green sprigs as a credible stand in for bird plumage and reflecting fashion’s experimental edge in bygone eras.
Believed In Father Speech on Frugal Path to Debt Free Finish
A fragmentary quote portrays a child asking why to accept losses and a father urging diligent work and strict economy to clear debts. The tone reflects old newspaper style urging perseverance and self denial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Father
Papa
Munich
Aviator Reports Rose Colored Atmosphere from 33000 Feet
A French aviator who reached a height of 33 000 feet described the entire atmosphere as having a rose colored hue, a startling statement reported from Rose Colored Heights.
Tea Drinking in Tartary Traces
Describes a savage Tartary Central Asia tribe drinking tea by Buffing leaves in eight to eleven, then seasoning with butter and vinegar and eating.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tartary
A-tu
Red Haired Girls Prove Alert Tel Op Hopefuls
A manager at a large exchange claims red haired girls are more alert than blondes or brunettes and thus best suited to be telephone operators.
Finch a Musician
The purple finch is praised as an excellent musician with a rich well sustained song. It shows a fondness for buds and is often seen feeding on poplar catkins.
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American Forestry Magazine
Traits of Jugoslavia’s agriculture and holiday spectacle
The passage outlines Jugoslavia's leading crops wheat corn oats rye and barley plus plum production for marmalade. It notes large employment in silk culture tobacco farming and stock raising. It critiques holiday toy displays and mocks sentimental adults who envy children's toys.
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Jugoslavia
Europe
Weight Changes During Exercise And Swimming
The article notes that weight loss during exercise is common. It cites eight pounds shed in an hour among fit men and ten pounds lost by a swimmer crossing the Channel. It argues small, natural fluctuations do not signal illness and only continuous loss over time warrants concern.
Numerous visitors and homecomings at Casey area
Casey residents welcomed relatives and friends from Danville Toledo Wichita St. Marys and Montrose while several local residents traveled to Chicago Indianapolis and Parsons for gatherings. The Casey high football team defeated Newton 33 to 0 in a home game as various clubs held meetings and events across the week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. E. Meeker
South Fifth Street
Pearl Fancher
H. M. Grant
Casey High Schol
Newton Boys
Casey
Marshall
Night Owl Embroidery Club
Leland Yanaway
George Bell
South Central Ave
Clark
Cumberland Counties
First Methodist
Ann Ridgley
Danville
Ridgley Ia
Department’ of Music
Eighteenth
Women’s Research Club
W Cot A Women Attend Marshall West Union Meetings
Mrs P R Smith and Mrs Scott Emrich attended W C T A meetings in Marshall and West Union on Thursday and Friday with Mrs Emrich reporting on her attendance.
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P.R. Smith
Scott Emrich
W. Co.t. A
Marshall and West Union
Emrich
Local Notes From Terre Haute and Nearby Towns
A crowded social roundup lists visits and movements of residents including Miss Gladys Brown, Ruth Briscoe, Edward Turner, Catherine Dare, Muriel Smith, and many others. Guests came from Evansville, Indianapolis, Bridgeport, Waupun, Greenup, and Charleston. The Clark County Medical Association met with Dr James Og on the respiratory system. Mary Rhue died after a paralytic stroke aged 67, with funeral services at First Baptist Church. The American Legion Auxiliary held an Armistice Day banquet for veterans. Crystal Abraham visited from Charleston for the weekend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ww. CG
Deca
R. M. Brooke
James Alkire
W. G. Buckler
McCambridge
John L. Main
W. Birnie
Terre Haute
Evansville
Charles’ F. Dare
J. H. Hainley
G Gertrude
Heleh
Harry B. Phillips
Duncan
Okla
Elizabeth Langenheim
Chicago
Mesdames -Joe Lee
J. F. Baughman
Rebecca Dosbaugh
Fred E. Stohr
Sarah Drum
Mattie
Charles C. Lee
Mary Evangeline
Charleston
Andrew
H. Lee
AM. Bell
Greenup
Lester Drum
C. H. Ferguson
Pine Bluff
Ark
William Freeland
Charles
Vale’ ‘Freeland
Columbus
Ohio
Mitchell “Mills
West
McCrory
H. E. »Mattocks
Osakland
W. G. Buickley
A . the. Clark” County Medical
Guy
James Og
Martinsville
Charles Roberts
Jack Cottingham
Henry
Charles ‘Rhodes
Brandenburg
Crystal Abraham
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Kilborn Delights
Nix
Thesg
Little Annie
Uttle Alec
Harper’s Magazine
Lyte Cook
Russell Lee
E. L. McCabe
Geneva Williams
J. B. Nay
Detroit
Floyd Gingery
Toledo
Jesse P. Minear
Harry Minear
Louis Weaver
Grover C. Weaver
Hoxie
Bessie
Holworth
Senate
Wichita
Kansas
Delaware
Oklo
John Lamon
Wheeler
Roy Lamon
Gladys Pierce
Greencastle
Leona. Clem
Evelyn Taylor
St. Mary's of the Woods
William C. Turner
J. B. Norbeck
A. M. Daniels
B. T. Crane
W. C. Hitt
Masonic Consistory
Richard Brooks
Muskogee
E. Cook
Mattoon
Tacoma
Wash
Clarence A. Kennedy
Rachel Ruffner
Effingham
St. Anthony's Hospital
Roy and
West Main St
Burr-Colbert Plumbing Establishment
William Davidson
Harry B
Ellis
Cottingham
Edna First
Thelma , Sutherland
Ind
Leggett, and Son
Leggett
East Main St
Benjamin
Perry
Westfield
James R. Grisamore
Cottonwood Chapel
George M. Myers
Leona
Lula
Franklin
Francis Grisamore
Mesdames
Dan _Reed
Tony
Ruben
W. Main. St
Your
Hart Schaffner & Marx
U.S
Booth. .& Handy
John
EF. Caneday
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