Directory biography archive marks Congress record work
Anson Wold and Fridley complete a vast biographical directory of 2,000 past and present U S lawmakers. The project, begun under the joint printing committee, catalogs births, deaths and residences, though many dates remain unknown. The piece notes earlier directories and the congressional cemetery at Washington with many notable burials and cenotaphs.
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Anson Wold
American Congress
Wold
Washington
Minnesota
Kyste Nelson
Congressional Joint Conualttre
Moses
Newsampotilre
Congressional
FL. Fridley
Fridley
Congress
Willum Wilson
Baok
Wison
Wil Mat
Pennsylvania
Woodfull
Thomas M
New York
Glarch & 1845
New York City
Alexander Wilsen
Virginia
Asariah Body
Alfred Moore Gatlin
North Carolina
Florida
Francis Scott Key
Weil
Hind
HK. C. Weighman
Hough
J. & G. S. Gideon
House of Representatives
House of Commons
London
IGT
Atheist Today Merely a Survival of Rebellion Against a Theology Now Gone
Reflection argues atheism persists as a remnant of rebellion against a now-discarded orthodox theology. The speaker claims life’s questions demand answers and asserts religion once explained the world. now science and reason render atheism obsolete, urging faith to rise from past rebellion.
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Athelem
Desire to Get Rich Quick Without Work Root of Crime
The piece argues stock speculation fuels crime and distrusts the social order. It condemns the wealth chase as vulgar, harms industry and workers, and portrays police priorities as misdirected while praising certain reform actions. It cites churches, schools, and movements like birth control as part of societal critique.
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Dioe
Church
Synagogue
America
Margaret Sanger
Religion as a Growing River of Truth for Humanity
The essay argues Christ’s message is imperfectly carried yet the church is young and humanity is advancing. As knowledge clarifies and devotion deepens, the veils over Christ melt, turning religion into a clearer stream that gradually becomes a river of life for all people.
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Christ
Church
Primitive Church
Small Town to Play Large Part in the Development of Industry
A historical essay argues that small towns will increasingly shape American industry. It notes city congestion costs and transportation savings favor decentralization. The piece warns towns misapply incentives and stresses building on local strengths and markets to attract industry.
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United States
Chicago
New York
New York City
Philips Milk of Magnesia Promoted For Digestive Relief
An early health column endorses Philips Milk of Magnesia as a sensible remedy for acidity and digestive discomfort. It claims the preparation acts quickly, neutralizes excess acid, freshens the whole system, and is suitable for both adults and children, available at any drug store.
Cigar Store Painters Trigger Odd Signage Joke
A suburban resident returns from a trip to find his friend Joel’s cigar store being repainted. The painters erect naval signs and finger marks cover the shop front, prompting a humorous exchange about the chaos and the usefulness of no signs this time. Separately, a mother learns her daughter’s notion of a musical ring refers to a band worn by an aunt.
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Joel
Assual Nobony
New York Sun
Betty
Was Hie First At Maryland Car by Dr Aiken
A steam propelled automobile by Dr. W E Aiken, former Maryland professor, is showcased at the university. He is named by some as America’s pioneer in such vehicles, while opinions on prejudice reforms remain harsh. A quip notes the girl who jilts a young man often does him a favor.
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Keyes
Congress
Johnwen
Continental Congress
United States
Hanson
Oxen Hill
Prince Georges County
Maryland
University of Maryland
W. E. Aiken
University
America
Ning
Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound Endorsement
A Pratt West Virginia woman, age 30, reports relief from weakness and nervousness after taking three doses of Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. She notes improved ability to sit up and work, plans to recommend the product, and offers to answer letters.
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Hl. Sreete
Pratt
W. Va
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Elmo Scott Watson
Osty
Urey
Chaves Lanman
Uist
Christ Episcopal Churchy
Washingon
Offica
Mombers
Conunesa
Ezen Darby
New Jersey
George Clinton
Tobias
George Wastington
Scarlet Crow
Willi Wiet
Tuite
Abel 1
Upstur
Navy
Ge Monument
Ratwanthe
Virsielynd
Ued
Washington, D.C
Hornet
Hutter
Merkin
John Haynes Holmes
New York Community Church
Einstein
Rabbi Stephen
Wish
Percy Dearmer
King’s College
Robert S. Binkerd
New York Stock Exchange
Philips Milk . of
Magnesia
Mrs. Steele
Lydia E. Pinkham
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