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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1921
Page
6
The readable text shows a chaotic note about a student at a school facing fees and a plan to obtain a ring. It mentions teachers, a "Gatef" and creating a collection. The fragment implies misbehavior and envy among peers, with unclear context and names.
David McCalib of Donheas Texas undertakes a "blind baggage" charity trip to study unemployment among ex service men in the West. He reports from the Algerian Legion Authorities of Texas and notes three key findings including hobos opposition, many young men entering the army, and ex service men traveling the rails seeking work.
Fragmentary text recalls a mock war opera with satirical take on American enlistment and civic mood. It mentions New York, talks of impressions on public service, and references to a “Totally comic” scene with varied characters and voices from the period.
Loy J. Mollumby a young attorney in Great Falls Montana leads a free legal aid bureau for sick and wounded ex service men. He helped win a case against the government over war risk insurance for a deceased soldier Chris Tuuss whose dependents seek compensation. The case hinges on whether tuberculosis contracted during service qualifies for insurance.
A Biblical quotation from Jeremiah 5 22 speaks of God setting the sea bounds by a perpetual decree and the waves not passing over it, urging fear and trembling at divine presence.
A biblical proverb notes that when Romant's ways please the Lord, even his enemies are at peace with him, emphasizing divine approval and harmony as a moral guide.
Secretary Fall informed the American Legion that the government cannot meet the back-to-the-farm demand without more legislation. The Legion seeks to have additional land opened to settlement for service men, noting 1000 service men standing in line today.
Ivy Ann Fuller of Kansas emerges as a standout at the American Legion national convention. The fight centers on the election of a national chaplain with Strouse supported by factions across the East West North and South. Fuller, a former Broadway actress and Vassar nurse, mobilized delegates to back the Kansas candidate.
A legal action in Providence challenges government limits on veteran disability compensation for shell shock and insanity. The case argues for full retroactive benefits for permanently disabled ex-service members, with testimony noting several veterans being deemed insane yet not receiving full support.
A former Marine and Medal of Honor recipient offers sharp critique of the U S President and administration in a public letter. He claims misadvice influenced decisions on national security and the handling of American prisoners and warns against interference in government matters. He references the release of Eocene VW Delis and calls for accountability at the highest levels.
The Alabama legislature's amended poll tax exemption for ex service members was ruled unconstitutional, barring most veterans from voting unless severely wounded and below $500 property. George Bailes of the American Legion plans a new amendment for an extra session called by Governor Kilby.
A red faced woman elbows through a crowd asking which car to take to Greenwood cemetery. A stout man answers it makes no difference to him as he slips away through the crowd. This vignette appears in the American Legion Weekly.
Indianapolis housewife Mrs. Geo. West testifies to the benefits of Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription after motherhood. She also used Healing Suppositories and recommends them. The ad urges mothers to obtain the prescription from a local druggist or send 10 cents for a trial package to Dr. Pierce's in Buffalo New York.
Fragmentary text references unclear names and scattered phrases about a father figure and a dated sounding time. No coherent event or outcome can be established from the readable fragments.
A vintage ad touts California Fig Syrup as a remedy for constipation and sluggish bowels in children. It promises quick results, urges mothers to use a teaspoonful daily, and warns to ask for genuine California Fig Syrup to avoid imitation.
A garbled report from Chicago outlines a plan for a vast new project with 4 000 units and dining facilities. The text mentions kitchens and tea cooks, but details are unclear and costs are not specified.
Advertising fragment urges using Cuticura trio for face and skin care with ointment and soap as recommended toilet aids. It mentions sensual perfumes and powder as extras in a brief promotional blurb.
Uplifts largely fail to deliver, leaving many uplift advocates angry and seeking stronger results. The movement faces internal tensions as supporters demand concrete gains and quicker progress from leaders and partners.
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