National Woman's Party Pushes Equal Rights Amendment
The National Woman's Party announced preparations for a campaign to secure federal and state action removing sex based discrimination. A proposed equal rights amendment is drafted to remove political civil and legal disabilities, with sections granting Congress power to enforce and detailing national scope. The party also aims for a blanket state bill, noting Wisconsin has already passed the DIS.
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Kansas
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Ohio
United States
Congress
Woman's Party
Wisconsin
United States Stands as Cheapest Place to Live in World
Federal Reserve Board data show U S wages remain highest while prices for most goods hit record lows versus Europe. Wholesale levels in the U S run about 41 percent above prewar, while many nations rise far higher. Germany Spain Italy England France trend varies by country.
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Federal plan for civil aeronautics regulation stands in Senate
A bill by Senator James Wadsworth aims to create a Bureau of Civil Aeronautics to regulate interstate and foreign aviation, reduce accidents, and support wartime readiness. The Manufacturers' Aircraft Association backs swift passage citing public safety and national security.
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Tierbert Hoover
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Civil Aeronautics
Department of Commerce
Harding Heads Patriotic Center Plan
Resident Harding leads a high level group planning a national patriotic center at the Army and Navy Club in New York. He accepts honorary chairmanship of the Army and Navy institute, which will aid the club in memorial work and good citizenship outreach.
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Honard S. Borden
United States
National Armistice Day Observance Led by President Harding
A nationwide Armistice Day ceremony will honor soldiers and urge armament reduction. The central Arlington National Cemetery event will feature President Harding delivering the main address and General Pershing laying a wreath. Foreign delegates may speak briefly. a 30 minute church opening proposal is suggested by the National League of Women Voters delegation.
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Pinch-hitters in World Series Games a Gamble Says Robinson
Wil bert Robinson notes pinch-hitters are uncertain in big contests. Managers face second guessing when subs perform or fail. In a short World Series stretch every game matters and managers must push for good breaks with late-game decisions.
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Ohio State Triumph Through 1916 Champaign Run
Coach Jack Wilce recalls Charles Chick Harley’s lone scoring drive in Illinois at Champaign 1916. With Illinois leading 6 0 and four fourth down yards to go, Harley ran left after a pass option and blocked the defense before diving in for the score. He then switched shoes and kicked the winning extra point from 24 yards out, giving Ohio State a 7 6 victory.
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Ohio State
Champaten
Charles ‘Chick’ W. Harley
Barbers Name Patrons by First Names on Mirrors
A New York barber shop owner has the name of each barber painted on mirror fronts. Patrons enter to see a row of first names like Tom Adam Anthony Rob James with arrows and stall numbers beneath. The owner says it builds a homelike atmosphere and serves as branding for the shop.
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New York Sun
Squirrel Cache Revealed On Carleton Golf Course
Carleton Place Ontario reported golf enthusiast Vince observed squirrels watching players then Lesley Reynolds tracked a squirrel to a hollow tree and found 41 golf balls. A wider search uncovered 650 additional lost balls on the same course.
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Dartmouth Star Thomson Eyes Business Move Beyond Athletics
Earl Thomson of Dartmouth dislikes public exhibitions and may quit athletics to focus on business. The 120 yard hurdle specialist keeps entering meets as a crowd magnet, but at heart he prefers life off the track and a new career.
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Earl Thomson
Dartmouth Star
Hit at the Ball Slogan From Abe Mitchell
Abe Mitchell, famed for long drives, debuts a new golf slogan Hit at the ball. He argues average players focus on follow through instead of driving the ball. Mitchell claims an 814 yard driving record and practices his own advice.
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Diamond Dyes promise simple home dyeing for fabrics
An advertisement touts Diamond Dyes as the easiest way for women to dye or tint items from sweaters and dresses to coats and draperies. It claims guaranteed color that will not spot fade or run and advises telling the druggist fabric type before use.
English Runner Rudd Breaks American Training Rules
Bevil G. D. Rudd of the Cambridge Oxford team trains year round with twice daily workouts. He smokes a pipe on running days and keeps a steady routine, contrasting with American athletes who train mainly toward meets. His consistency offsets the smoking habit.
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Record Aquate Entry Sets New Regatta Record
A new record in American aquatic sport occurred as 700 participants including girls boys women and men raced 216 yachts in the opening regatta of the Corinthian Yacht Club of Boston.
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Boston
United States Military Academy Opens With Two Double Headers
Football season begins with two double headers for the Army eleven. They host Springfield and New Hampshire State on October 1 and meet Middlebury and Lebanon Valley on October 8. Zbyszko brothers go on tour to South America for six months to a year. Bud Goodwin plans a comeback after retirement with a 21 year racing career.
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Conifer Buds and Leaves Arranged Like Shingles
The American Forestry Magazine notes conifer buds form in leaf axils with the same arrangement as leaves. Trees follow a definite plan for leaf placement, akin to a carpenter laying shingles to catch rain and sun.
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Thousands Have Kidney Trouble and Never Suspect It
A druggists report highlights kidney trouble as widespread and often overlooked. Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root is advertised as effective with a tested sale record. Sample requests offered by mail to Dr Kilmer Co in Binghamton NY.
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Pete the poker habit and Bot Smith mentioned
Skeet confirms Pete has a poker habit and mentions Bot Smith. Skeet notes Pete even walks with a shuffle, suggesting a distinctive mannerism.
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Harvard Keeps Bingham as Track Coach
Willam Bingham accepts reappointment as Harvard track coach and will serve as assistant graduate treasurer of athletics. Boston College heads to Texas in mid October for a football game with Baylor University.
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Nebraska bans side bets in athletic events
Nebraska athletic events will not permit side bets by principals or promoters. State Athletic Commissioner Doyle applies a ruling banning side wagers to preserve fair competition and prevent conflicts of interest.
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QUIBS OF SPORT AND PRO BASEBALL NEWS
National Association of Amateur Oarsmen marks fifty next year with notable figures. Pete Knisely released by Bloomington Three-I league. Mike Shearman shoots 15 yard hole in one at Sioux City Country Club. Little Rock buys outfielder Davis from Cleveland Appalachian league. Newark reportedly turns down major league offers for Morris Shannon and Beauty McFowan. Bacigalupo, Italian swimmer, wins Seine match in Paris formerly won by Norman Ross in 1919. Pat McDonald, Olympic weight thrower, serves as sergeant in New York traffic squad in the Bronx. Coveleskie strains back as batsmen toil. Birmingham Southern signs Carlton Molesworth to manage in 1922. Orlando sells Dutch Henry to St. Louis Browns. Gavvy Cravath may not stay as Salt Lake manager. Knoxville sells Maline to New York Nationals. Mike Mowry hired by Rochester as scout after bench manager abolishment. Pacific International league notes George Connally strikes out 17 in eight innings for Yakima. Buffalo fans told Sam Post will join Buffalo as part payment for Roy Gordonier. Karl Adams may be hero for St. Joseph akin to Babe Adams. Floyd Herman sold from Edmonton to Detroit.
Prosperous Football Year Promises Record Attendance
Football calls are already going out and the gridiron anticipates its biggest year this fall. Attendance records were smashed last season and are expected to rise again. Strong teams now span the coast from East to Pacific and reach even Danville Kentucky home of Center which plays Harvard October 20.
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Barbour Plays In Pinch Role For White Sox
Barbour of the White Sox is the club secretary and a player. Once an infielder, he left baseball for private business and was later summoned to serve as traveling secretary. He supports players during grinds on Pullmans and hotel life and still practices daily.
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Sale of Sam Dodge Shifts Flint Pitcher to Boston Americans
Announcement of the sale of Sam Dodge a right handed pitcher for the Flint club of the Michigan Ontario league to the Boston Americans. Dodge is 20 years old.
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Hayes Plans Transfer from Notre Dame to Colgate or Western School
Notre Dame sprinter Bill Hayes will not return this fall and says he hopes to enter Colgate. He also indicates a transfer to some eastern college, per his statement.
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Cardinals Hire New Scout and Yard Eyes on Stis
The St Louis Cardinals hire a new scout as Charles Stis returns from Springfield Missouri where he managed the Western Association club. Luke Urban, ex Boston College athlete and first pro in Charlotte this season, has been sold to the New York Americans.
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Record set as Cleveland and New York combine for hits
July 21 saw both teams tally 16 two base hits apiece marking a notable hitting duel in the game between Cleveland and New York.
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Benny Allen Sold to Wichita Falls Club in Texas League
Benny Allen of the Meridian club in the Mississippi State league has been sold to the Wichita Falls Texas league club.
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Wichita Falls
Meridan
Texas
Yale Retains P James Corderry as Head Rowing Coach
Yale announces the retention of P James Corderry as head coach of rowing. No changes to staff duties are noted and Corderry will continue leading the program as specified by university athletic governance.
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Aspirin Ad Emphasizes Bayer Instructions and Safety
An advertisement urges taking aspirin only as directed by Bayer. It stresses following safe directions in each Bayer Tablets of Aspirin package stamped with the Bayer Cross. The copy claims aspirin has been prescribed by physicians for over twenty one years.
Klods-Hans Quips Reveal Child's Naughty Word Recall
A playful exchange quotes a child in a natural tone asking who taught the words. The mother’s reply hints the child learned them by heart, reflecting quiet humor and domestic language in the scene.
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