Spectator Tales of Long Introductions by Political Orators
A column recounts humorous anecdotes about protracted introductions to speakers. Clyde Vinson of San Angelo and Congressman Tom Blanton are mentioned, along with Irvin Cobb and William Jennings Bryan. The piece cites a clever old lady who delayed a state education official to thwart criticism of her organization.
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San Angelo
Texas
Tom Blanton
Abi- Jene
Tom
Irvin Cobb
William Jennings Bryan
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Mr. Bryan
Misther O’brien
State Capitol
Build your own mind and career with independent thought
Uncommon Sense urges readers to value experience yet rely on personal thinking. It cautions against outsourcing judgment in politics and life, insists on developing a self reliant mindset, and acknowledges the effort needed but promises worthwhile results.
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The
Bell Syndicate, Inc
Buy American: Americans favor domestic goods over imports
Americans buy American goods as a rule, not from patriotism but business sense. Big city stores shifted to domestic sourcing after a brief import dip, with imports of manufactured goods remaining small compared to domestic consumption. If home production matched global output, imports would vanish and domestic industry would face little loss.
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United States
European debtors meet current war debt obligations to U S
Delayed requests for moratorium on December payments were denied and European powers are now meeting current obligations to the United States. Debts have been scaled down with principal and interest stretched, but continued timely payments will still cost the U S billions. Further concessions are unlikely without clear evidence of the borrowers' ability to pay.
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Uncle Sam
United States
The Glee Club Wash Out My Heart
A fragmented poem echoes cleansing of bitterness and fear as sun and rain wash away sorrow then call in wind to heal old hurts. A divorce scene follows with a woman alleging her husband refused $50 for divorce expenses and a lawyer questioning his denial of ordinary necessities.
Village Fires Spur Improvement Society Query
A wary exchange notes six incendiary fires in under a month prompting calls for a village improvement society. Authorities and residents seek measures to prevent further blazes and safeguard the community.
Little Willie and Grandpa Talk of Nationality
A playful exchange sees Little Willie ask about grandpa's nationality and Pa confirming they share the same. Willie notes his grandfather is an octogenarian and questions the reason. The dialogue captures a family moment and a light misdirection about age.
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Little Willie
Wifey and Hubby Trade Light Hearted Barbs on Love
A playful exchange between a wife and husband turns on affection and rusty acting. The pair tease each other about love and sincerity in a lighthearted domestic tone.
Jones son works through college pursuing farming career
A farmer son, Hank-So Josh Jones, moved through an agricultural college and now seeks another college to continue his work. The quip notes that the farming job has him exploring options and he remains eager to advance in agriculture.
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Hank
Josh Jones
Man At Country Fair Signals Alarm Over Gun
A country fair scene captures a constable responding to a man waving a gun. The officer delays action until the weapon is raised to carry concealed weapons, triggering an arrest threat.
Boners and moral musings in old exam jokes
A scattered note on humorous boners found in exams and essays, referencing the czar of Russia hiding his death, a drunk leader’s language, Rhodes' duplicity, and drunken sailors as examples of liquor’s effects, with a brief nod to public health regulation.
Garner Considers Senate Role Change as Capitol Move Nears
Washington reports Jack Garner may drift from long-standing associations as he moves to the Senate next March 4. Friends debate whether the House veteran will adopt Senate etiquette, with Garner joking that the Vice Presidency spoiled Nick Longworth and recalling his homespun status and enduring ties with colleagues like Mills.
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Charlie Curtis
Charlie
Nick
Longworth
V. P
Small Farms Pay Best Now Reveals Michigan Survey
In Michigan, small farms from 60 to 120 acres showed the greatest returns last year while large farms faced bigger losses. The Michigan State College farm management department reported that the average statewide farmer ended the year $676 in the red, reversing the prior trend when big farms led profits. Disraeli’s maiden speech in Parliament is noted.
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Lansing
Mich
Michigan State College
Michigan
Health myths and neurocirculatory asthenia explained
The article cautions patients against assuming a weak heart without proof and explains neurocirculatory asthenia a non organic condition. It notes symptoms may mimic heart disease but diagnostic tools like electrocardiographs and X rays can distinguish organic disease from functional circulatory disturbance. It mentions the River Rhone’s swift velocity of up to 40 miles per hour in parts of its course.
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Hollywood Sees Radio Stars Hit The Screen Again
Hollywood expands radio fame into films with Rudy Vallee set for International House and Kate Smith in new projects. The Big Broadcast style stars like Burns and Allen Bing Crosby Moran and Mack lead several features while prior radio names see mixed box office results and evolving movie roles. Boots Mallory returns in Handle With Care as Lita Gray Chaplin’s hypothetical part, and Fannie Hurst writes for Kate Smith’s vehicle.
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Mack
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Amos and Andy
Rudy
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Charlie Chaplin
German offensive checked as western front battles continue
Fifteen years ago in December 1917 reports describe Germany striking a strong blow before Cambrai, gaining a foothold in British trenches but later driven back. Ypres and Verdun sectors remain contested as Allied and German forces clash on a short southern salient.
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Calhoun
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Barber
West Side
Scissored Vision of Soviet Russia by Major Yeats Brown
Editorial recalls Major Yeats Brown touring Soviet Russia and reporting on a failed abortion and bureaucratic impotence. The piece critiques planned society with a drunken hod carrier mother of five facing unemployment, rent, and work limits as her sixth child looms. It ends with a jab about indoctrination and a child singing Yes we have no bananas.
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Soviet Institute
Quotes on war, politics, and progress from historical figures
This passage compiles excerpts from public figures and intellectuals, including Edouard Herriot and Adolf Hitler, reflecting on politics, treaties, unemployment, and economic optimism, with mentions of wartime leadership, government change, and societal progress.
Christmas Gripes and Oddities in a Quick Ledger
A column pokes fun at holiday gifts and mail service pay. It notes absurd Christmas chocolate boxes and two mail carriers receiving large sums for tiny weight loads. The piece jokes about bank failures and a bank robber misreading targets, ending with a quip about the cross-eyed bandit.
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