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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1920
Page
9
Friends of Mr McAdoo press to secure his Democratic nomination despite his public refusal. They hope he may accept if forced by the party at the convention, arguing his past refusals set the stage for a possible run. The question remains whether he will permit his name to go forward.
Former service men who let government insurance lapse are warned that after July 3 a new medical examination is required if they are discharged within eighteen months or after the specified date. Prompt renewal during the present month is advised to avoid irrevocable loss and ensure renewed coverage under favorable terms.
A New York banker urges Americans to hold world trade by meeting foreign conditions, avoiding misrepresentation, and being strictly truthful about products. He argues honest prices win lasting trade at home as well as abroad, noting that misrepresentation may boost sales but loses customers long term. The piece also mentions political speculation on a president’s renomination and May cost of living data amid watchful waiting, plus a Chicago hat checker's tip dispute and Harding nomination timing.
A federal Children’s Bureau bulletin notes that 38 states plus the District of Columbia and Hawaii are promoting child welfare measures. It urges ongoing year long follow up with birth registration, health stations, open air programs, nutrition clinics, back to school drives, play recreation, and coordinated legislation to protect handicapped children, stressing a scientific, citizenry focused approach to future generations. The report emphasizes training and developing children as future citizens and calls for community studies of local needs and resources to aid policy and funding decisions.
The article argues that imports are growing faster than exports, with American dollars strong in Europe enabling cheap European goods to be bought and sold at low U S prices. It notes rising European living costs and wages, suggesting prewar labor was not returning, and that the United States can hold its own in world trade despite higher wage standards.
The Duluth Herald notes a study cited by Roper W. Babson in the Independent showing many heads of major American industries are ministers' sons. It claims over thirty percent are sons of preachers with salaries around fifteen hundred dollars yearly, alongside other notable groups.
Wisconsin editorials note La Follette and Townley in national reform discourse. Local papers praise or critique Rev McHenry’s senate bid, wage justice for teachers, and Oshkosh mayor’s prohibition stance, while commenting on traffic safety and eight hour farm days. The collection shows partisan views, public policy debates, and local leadership actions across towns like Racine, Appleton, Fond du Lac, Oshkosh, Stevens Point, Antigo, and Kenosha.
Letter from Industrial Congress argues fireworks show enthusiasm for noise rather than patriotism. Cites Wisconsin losses from fireworks 1917–1919 and urges alternatives like parades and concerts. Calls for enforcement of state laws restricting sale and use and for municipal celebrations in safe locations.
A clipped ad urges readers to say Diamond Dyes and insist on Diamond Dye for true color. It touts that Diamond Dyéa resists streaking and fading and sells multiple directions in every Pachagt.
A vintage home remedy promotes lemon juice mixed with orchard white to create a gentle lemon bleach. The guide claims it softens and brightens facial skin, arms, and hands with daily application, noting stage beauties use lemons for a fair complexion and as a sunburn and tan remover.
Wisconsin faces a proposed one dollar license for mink and muskrat seasons with 4 000 lakes and 3 000 trout streams noted as a hunter's paradise. Obituaries include James Henry Wertheimer of Clyman who died after long residence on a homestead begun 1850. Ernest Her resigns as AMPO schools superintendent after three years, planning July departure to Grinnell. Walter L. Dexter, Kenosha County leader, dies on Pleasant Prairie farm. assembly member in 1877 and two-term sheriff. Chippewa County crop production reportedly above last year, not diminished. Green Bay PTAs target immodest school attire and corporal punishment discussed. Antigo taxi owners face annual license and bond requirements amid competitive pressure from side-business drivers.
Fragmentary ad line promotes California Syrup of Figs as a mild laxative for children. Mentions fruity taste and directions on the bottle though the text is garbled and incomplete.
A disrupted verse from Mildred Plew Merryman in New Work Times laments being disturbed by foolish theatrics. The speaker demands solitude, rejecting the lure of séances and lingering, maudlin talk, urging others to move on to present moments and drink.
Amusements note thatMystery thrill and comedy relief mark the Ford star vehicle in Crimson Shoals. Matt Moore leads Dont Ever Marry in Marshall Neilan's latest production built with master craftsmanship. It opens today at the Orpheum theater.
The Nation's Business notes the United States shipped about 552,000,000 pounds of milk overseas in 1918, a sizable though overlooked figure. Foreign nations wonder at the sizable condensary exports as Uncle Sam leaves morning bottles on doorsteps.
A World’s Work excerpt cites Samuel Crowther praising practical science, noting that advances like ductile tungsten enabling cheaper electric light have greater human impact than broad social reforms. The quote emphasizes applying science to labor and civilization.
United Press report from New York notes Alonzo Harrison, a Black man, lectured two white youths on peace and was chased by a crowd of about 150. Ten men beat him as he fled, illustrating volatile race tensions and mob violence across multiple cities.
A narrator recounts a morning routine and social visits, with Aunt Cecile’s counsel and a mood of melancholy. A studio session with Morgan Tenyers shifts mood, as Lindsey contemplates independence and love, and Laura Edmonds announces an engagement to Morgan Travera, provoking reflection on compatibility and dissolving expectations.
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