Parole denials and historical notes from 1927 headlines
Parole denial for Dr Frederick Cook at Leavenworth draws Supreme Court ruling that parole after prison entry is not allowed while a federal judge had ordered parole. Cook age 67 has served nearly five years. Also notes Ruth Snyder refusing 700 for her car, adjusted WWI veterans bonus failures, sheriff hanged Hugh Phillips in Louisiana, Lindbergh finances and publicity costs, auto registrations hit 23 million, donkey emblem debate in Philadelphia Democratic Auxiliary, 16 lynchings in 1926-27, and a Villard edited Nation honor roll listing Lindbergh Sacco and Vandetti Ford Rogers.
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Frederick A. Cook
Artic Explorer
Leavenworth
Supreme Court
Cook
Ruth Snyder
Lindbergh
Paris
Democratic Party
Democratic Auxiliary
Philadelphia
Tuskegee Institute
Sacco
Vandetti
Henry Ford
Will Rogers
The
Nation
Oswald Garrison Villard
Letters to the Hay and European temperance notes
A jumble of notes from Europe discusses alcohol's social impact. It cites France with many wine retailers and poverty linked to crime, Germany’s League against alcohol activity, Hungary's ministerial reports on drunkenness in schools, and Glasgow’s concern over cheap liquor. It mentions French temperance claims about murderers and burglars and urges restraint by officials and drivers. Duncan C. M. Mount Dera, Fla., Jan 2019.
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France
Germany
Anized League Against
Europe
Hungary
Glasgow
Scotland
U. S
French Temperance League
Duncan C. M
Mount Dera
Fla
Unclear OCR Item Shows Sparse Historical Notation
Fragmentary OCR text mentions sheriffs and candidates with garbled wording on timing and smoking out opponents. No identifiable names, places, or events are clear enough to summarize as a complete news item.
Gasoline Tax Aids Lake County Schools Keep Terms Open
Debate over the gas tax persists yet Lake County shows its benefit by keeping schools open for full terms. The added levy, while minor for drivers, provides crucial funding across the state and prevents school closings.
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Lake County
Let The People Decide On Democratic Convention Delegates
The piece argues that voters should choose delegates to the Houston convention by ballot rather than the committee. It asserts public selection reduces risk of later criticism and that the people will act in the public interest. Fernandina’s committee plan meeting is noted for next Monday.
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Houston
Fernandia
Marine Corps
Sandino
The Minister's Son A Parsonage Genealogy Insight
A survey of 100 leading clergymen by the American Eugenics Society finds two fifths are minister's sons, ten have clerical grandfathers, and thirty eight are sons of church officers. The piece notes expectations about ministerial lineage and reflects on the parsonage as a breeding ground for sons.
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American Eugenica Society
America
Romance is a Funny Thing in Real Life Romance
A humorous look at romance contrasts fiction with a real incident in Washington where two women who loved the same man forced him to choose and both took poison, landing in hospital. The piece notes romance is a double edged construct and real life often misfires.
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Washington
Confused Front-Page Glimpse of 1920s News Highlights
A scattered collage of items from front pages notes a congress complaint about agricultural teaching, Henry Ford remarks on wealth, U S Steel production, Judge Lindsey on Billy Sunday, Mrs. Clem Shaver on campaign conduct, Edward Hickman and Velma West insanity defenses, long term mail contracts, NYC real estate outlook, Cuba banquet wines, teetotaler Coolidge, Chicago downtown parking ban, the 4 000 000 Chevrolet, and 727 000 Ford orders. The passage calls the mix insignificant yet revealing of the era’s mood and pace.
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Congress
Department of Agriculture
Henry Ford
U. S. Steel
Lindsey
Billy Sunday
Clem Shaver
Edward Hickman
Velma West
New York
Chicago
Detroit
Cuba
Coolidge
Washington
Chevrolet
Ford Motor Company
Marine’s gallant ammo mule scene cited in action
The Nicaraguan campaign citation highlights Private John A. Harris of the Marines for exposing himself to heavy fire to retrieve ammunition from a terrorized mule. The scene paints a vivid image of khaki figures amid rocks and bullets as Harris wrestles to strip bandoleers and feed his comrades while mules stubbornly resist. The piece ends by wishing to endorse the citation and cheer the lanterned-jawed Marine.
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John A. Harris
Harris
Marine Corps
Satan
Ou Thekeepsie
N. Y
Evening Star
Heath Plans Big Fox Hunt Then Seafood Repast
The piece lauds Frank Heath for organizing a large fox hunt and arranging entertainment for Donnelly Street residents. It notes an invitation to a Fernandia seafood repast next Monday for the Democratic State Executive Committee meeting, hosted by Fernandia Chamber of Commerce, seen as a festive Florida Democratic gathering.
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Frank Heath
Heath
Fernandia
Democratic State Executive Committee
Chamber of Commerce
Florida
Mount Dora Impressed by Visitors and Strong PTA Efforts
A reader recalls local politics with Democrats a minority in New York style wards and notes Mount Dora as the prettiest place seen on trips. He praises municipal improvements and the PTA Tuesday program, commending the students and volunteers for their diligent, commendable work.
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New York
Mount Dora
Mount Dora Schools Shine With High Standards
Mount Dora's schools are among the best with graduates taking community roles or pursuing higher education. The district maintains a high standard, a point of pride for the community.
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Mount Dora
Those Odd Children Colored Coin Purse 49c
Montgomery Ward catalog item lists a colored coin purse for children featuring colored metal figures priced at 49 cents.
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Montgomery Ward
Men’s Summer Frocks at 17 Cents Value
An advertisement from Scranton highlights men’s summer frocks in fine colors offered at 17 cents per item. The listing emphasizes a Monday special with low pricing to attract shoppers.
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Scranton
Bride Enters With Father In Elegant White Gown
The Herald notes the bride entering with her father D. Curry Stewart, dressed in soft white chiffon-georgette crepe gown trimmed with princess lace and embroidered with seed pearls and rhinestones, creating a striking bridal look.
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Dad
Greensboro
Herald
D. Curry Stewart
Not Much Market Somerville Unionist Gazette advert
Advertisement notes a strong hose brand for boys, promoted in the Somerville New Jersey Unionist Gazette. It highlights national recognition and quality, aiming to attract buyers with assurances of durability and fit.
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Somerville
N. J
Unionist Gazette
Adv
Meagis Arrest Attempt Reported by Trooper and A. S. P. C. A
State Trooper Larson and two SPC A agents went to a Winslow farm to arrest James and Timothy Meagis on charges of underfeeding cattle. Lieut. Daniel F. Rogers was involved in the incident.
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Winslow
Ariz
Larson
James and
Timothy Meagis
Daniel F. Rogers
Letter to a Young Preacher by Marcus D. Buell
A reflective piece recounting the origins of the German Methodist church in Boston led by Dr. Nast and Rev. Mark Trafton. The author ties personal memory to the 75th anniversary of the church and credits early German language exposure for his career in New Testament Greek and theological studies.
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Zion’s Herald
Boston
Wilhelm Nast
Ferdinand Christian Baur
Blaubeuren
Tuebingen
David Friedrich Strauss
George Eliot
John Wesley
Mark Trafton
Our Society
Roxbury
Dr. Nast
Trafton
Rhine
Muttersprache
German Methodist Society
Boston University School of Theology
Hinckley G. Mitchell
University of Wisconsin
Harvard
Mitchell
Jeremiah
Nathanael
Christ
Jacob
Jabok
Apostle Paul
Isaiah
Horace Bushnell
Hope He Hears the Whistle at Boston Traffic Ear
A brief note from the Boston police commission hints at considering stricter traffic enforcement. Officials discuss signals and officers listening for whistle cues to improve street safety.
Explosion Kills Seven in Hazelton Bomb Blast
Seven people are dead after a bomb blast in Hazelton Pennsylvania. One of the victims died from injuries at the scene while six others succumbed later at area hospitals. Police investigators and local officials reported no immediate suspect or motive.
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Hazelton
Plain Speaker
Giant in a Cave Teaches a Grim Moral
A playful old witch seduces a solitary giant who toils to please her. She devours his life and home, leaving him a fraction of his former self while she dominates the household. The poem ends with a blunt moral about women overpowering men.
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Kipling
Eve
Adam
The Comfort of Faith and Humble Gratitude in Prayer
A devotional reflection on recognizing divine guidance shaping a righteous life. The speaker emphasizes gratitude for God’s grace over personal achievement, noting that any good works come from the Lord’s order and strength.
Sayings of the Times Quotes From Prominent Figures
A collection of brief remarks from Mary Garden William White Dr Lee K Frankel and President Warfield touching admiration politics science and marriage. The varied lines reflect opinions on Lindbergh singing the national anthem monuments to scientists and the success of college graduate marriages.
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Lee K. Frankel
Metropolitan Life Insurance Company
Stray Holstein Cow With Calf Reported Near Pleasant Valley
Strayed Holstein cow with calf age about three years, horned, last seen near Pleasant Valley. Notify Joe O'Halloran at Pleasant Valley Road with information.
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Poughkeepsie
N. Y
Courier
Adv
Joe O'Halloran
Pleasant Valley Road
And If It Had Been a Girl
New Port Richey Florida press notes proud parents Mr and Mrs Don Morgan welcomed a baby born last night The glee club graduation at Baptist church in August summarizes local events and family news
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New Port Richey
Fla
Don Morgan
Glee
Baptist Church
Eye Ear Nose and TI Glasses Adjusted at Medi Arts Building
Dr. Ranke offers eye ear nose and throat services at the Medi Arts Building located at Berry and Wel Streets in Fort Wayne Indiana.
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Ft. Wayne
Ind
Journal-Gette
Adv
Dr. Ranke
Medi Arts
Berry and Wel Streets
China Laundry Shop Ad Promises Clean Service at Low Prices
An old sign promotes a Chinese laundry shop offering ladies garments for 2 dollars and gentlemen items for 1.75 dollars per hundred, claiming careful and clean work at low prices.
Des Moines Doctor Warns on Cowbane Symptoms
Dr. Pammell cautions that consuming small amounts of cowbane can lead to notable health conclusions. The remark emphasizes careful handling of plant toxins and potential risks to vulnerable individuals.
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Des Moines
Iowa
Tribune
Pammell
Birth Notice for Wi Hall at Wireral Hospital
This Is a Fast Age reports a birth notice listing Wi Hall, age 79, at Wireral Hospital. The item records the birth announcement and hospital location in Washington D C.
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Washington
D,c
Wi Hall
Wieral Hospital
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Warfield
Wilson College
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