Births and a death listed in 1880s record
The notice records births in 1885 1883 and 1889 for M M Han num in Maryville Tenn Harry C Dun can in Yalaha and Joe Eichelberger in Cincinnati Ohio. It also notes the death of David J Cald well on August 21 1923 and quotes a line about stealing and conscience.
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M. M. Hannum
Maryville
Tenn
Yalaha
Joe Eichelberger
Eustis
Cincinnati
Ohio
David J. Caldwell
Fragmented satirical quotes on society and media
A collection of clipped lines lampooning relief, beauty, war, crime, communication, health, radio, and the press. It mentions theft of radios, a new comet distance, and a New York woman shooting herself during a radio program, reflecting mid century media cynicism.
Georgia to Operate Special Livestock Train Across the South
Georgia will run a five-car exhibition train from August 24 to September 4 to promote the live stock industry. The effort partners with Atlantic Coast Line Railroad, the Georgia Agricultural Extension Service, the Georgia Department of Agriculture, and the U S Department of Agriculture. Specialists will tour southern cities delivering lectures and demonstrations aboard the rolling exhibit.
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Florida
Georgia
Atlantic Coast Line Railroad
Georgia Agricultural Extension Service
Georgia Department of Agriculture
United States Department of Agriculture
The Passing of the Underworld
A tribute to J Edgar Hoover for dismantling gang networks led by Al Capone and his successors. The piece credits Hoover with restoring law and order in Chicago and other major cities, noting kidnappings diminished and most public enemies imprisoned or killed.
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al Capone
Department of Justice
J. Edgar Hoover
Chicago
Law
Religion’s steady rise defies hype on church decline
Records show nine million new church members between 1926 and 1936, and last year total membership reached 63,000,000, about half the U.S. population. The piece argues that belief in a supreme intelligence guides destinies and cites Collier’s Weekly on Europe's religious rights and anti modern gods.
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United States
Collier's Weekly
Thor
Hitler
Jesus
Florida crops diversify boosting state agriculture
Georgia farmers diversify beyond cotton with tobacco cited as evidence. In Florida the climate supports year round farming with crops such as tobacco, watermelons, grapes, oranges, grapefruit, strawberries and livestock. Agricultural growth is forecast to reach mammoth proportions, enriching the state and its people.
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Georgia
Florida
Housing program ideals and social comparisons
A quotation on housing policy suggests that each person imagines a perfect program as one that provides him a house slightly better than his neighbor's. The remark critiques self serving standards in public housing debates.
England May Weigh Ban on Car Horns
England considers abolishing motor car horns a move that would remove pleasure for many drivers. The remark notes that such a law in America would deprive American motorists of a familiar auditory pleasure.
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England
America
A Call for a Sane Philosophy of Life
The writer promotes a practical philosophy of give and take to ease trials and troubles and enhance happiness, arguing that society would benefit if people adopted a balanced approach to life.
Watermelon Revered as Southern Kingpin of Summer
A column decries watermelon cocktails and mingling with other fruits, praising the fruit as a Southern icon. Watermelon is described as central to picnics, rallies, governor's refrigerators, and summer hospitality, served on large platters with ample pride.
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Columbia
S. C
Washington
Dixie
Ancient card game echoes bridge in modern play
A scholar notes a bridge like card game existed a thousand years ago and claims most people today play a similar style. The observation links historic trick taking to contemporary social and competitive gaming, highlighting enduring card play patterns.
Lee halts a gravy train in gas tax raid
Comptroller Lee blocks unauthorized local bills siphoning state gas tax funds. The list of 28 counties includes large and mid sized counties from Dade to Osceola, with South Florida heavy representation. Lee’s stand challenges lawmakers who previously allowed questionable local bills to divert funds from state road projects.
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Ft. Myers
Broward
Seminole
St. Johns
Jackson
Gadsden
South Florida
Brevard
DeSoto
Hardee
Monroe
Okeechobee
Osceola
Pasco
Lee
State Road Department
North
Florida
Cone
Knott
Kentucky Roads Draw Complaints From Avid Travelers
A reader rants about dangerous driving on Kentucky roads and poor truck etiquette. The letter criticizes speed, parking, and law enforcement while praising Georgia, North and South Carolina roads. The writer cites Sixth Avenue hills and coal truck congestion as examples, concluding with nostalgia for Kentucky’s roads and a call for reform.
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Darwin
Florida
Mount Dora
Fifth Avenue
Georgia
South Carolina
North Carolina
Kentucky
Blue Grass
Florida National Exposition Highlights and Reach
The piece, written by the Master of Ceremonies, celebrates Florida's presence at the Exposition. It notes Governor Cone and other dignitaries hosting events, highlights Agricultural and Governor’s Day, and praises Florida’s climate and produce. It cites visitor totals and broad publicity value, stressing Florida National Exhibits as key advertising for prospects.
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Rene
Roace
Cleveand
Florida
Fred P. Cone
Nathan Mayo
Dave Shultz
Fred
Bernarr McFadden
Liberty, Physical Culture
Harold Colee
Cleveland
Chicago
Rockefeller Center
Groveland Saturday Nights Draw Big Crowd
Groveland attracts hundreds from surrounding farming area for a free outdoor movie and cash prizes. Residents linger to visit neighbors and shop at local stores in the growing community.
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Groveland
Lake County Chamber Reaches Florida Seekers at Exposition
The Lake County Chamber of Commerce in Cleveland Ohio continues follow up with Florida information seekers at the Great Lakes Exposition. Over five hundred letters were sent last week from the county office offering details about central Florida with its hills and 1400 freshwater lakes.
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Lake County
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