Coolidge and Dawes Nominated by Republican Convention
The 1924 Republican national convention nominated Calvin Coolidge for president and Charles G. Dawes for vice president. The roll call showed Coolidge leading Wisconsin’s La Follette supporters, with Dawes securing the running mate spot after a divisive process. Delegates hailed Coolidge’s leadership as the party united, while Burton delivered the keynote praising the president’s plain virtues and steadiness.
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Cleveland
Coolidge
la Follette
Johnson
Thomas Scott
Wisconsin
Calvin Coolidge
Mondell
Marion Leroy Burton
University of Michigan
Doctor Burton
America
Hatchar RS
Ohio Statesman
Congress
Brealent
Burton
Wivitt
Calvin Colinge
Pleas on Platform Planks Highlight 800 Million Americans
The article notes Martin Madden of Illinois estimates about one third of Uncle Sam's children are engaged with at least three major public issues in platform debates. It cites diverse groups including women churches labor colored races and various factions urging platform planks as a keynote prayer feature at Cleveland’s convention. A separate anecdote recalls Miss Rena Piper in New Hampshire recovering a lost diamond ring after thirteen years when a wall was removed during renovation.
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Martin ‘B. Madden
Illinois
Committee On Resolutions
Madden
Uncle Sam
Cleveland
Rena Piper
Laconia
N.H
Improvised Tea Cart a Handy Virginia Kitchen Project
A Virginia woman in Chesterfield County created a convenient tea wagon from a top of an old drop leaf table and wheels from a discarded baby carriage. The device enables breakfast, lunch or tea on the porch with a quick wheel from the kitchen, showcased in a county kitchen improvement contest run by extension workers from Virginia Tech and the U S Department of Agriculture.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Chesterfield County
Virginia
Virginia Polytechnic Institute
Jelly making with pectin from rhubarb and other fruits
USDA prepares readers on using pectin extracts to make jellies from rhubarb and other fruits. The guide outlines rhubarb jelly recipe with added pectin and acid, plus notes on selecting young stalks, color, and cooking tips for clear sets.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Department
United States
Department of Agriculture
Washington
Twice Baked Bread and Mil Toast for Children
A historical note describes preparing child friendly bread by tearing or cutting stale loaf into small pieces and drying slowly in a warm oven. It suggests eight to sixteen portions per loaf with crusts kept separate to avoid over browning and reheating before serving.
Shepherds Pie With Mashed Potato Crust
The United States Department of Agriculture promotes a shepherds pie using mashed potatoes as a crust instead of pastry. Fill a dish with seasoned minced meat and gravy, cover with mashed potatoes, then bake until hot and browned on top.
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United States Department of Agriculture
United States
Leftovers and Safe Handling in Warm Weather
Perishable foods including milk eggs meat and fish spoil quickly in heat. Leftover pies sauces custards and salads must be cooled and stored promptly in dry covered containers in the refrigerator. Reheating alone may not destroy pathogens and cold leftovers can be unsafe.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Farmers’ Bulletin
Shish Kebab Easy to Prepare on Skewers
The shoulder and forequarter of lamb yield tender meat for shish kebab. Chops near the rib can be cube-cut for skewers and broiled or pan-fried. The dish uses onion juice, salt, and pepper, and may be cooked outdoors on long sticks per USDA guidance.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Bright Red Frog of British Guiana Amazes Researchers
Miss Ruth Rose of the tropical research station reports a vivid bright red frog found in the wilds of British Guiana. Local native Indians revere the creature as a charm and claim that if captured and cut into as many pieces as there are warriors, each man will have a guaranteed accurate aim with an arrow.
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British Guiana
British
Fry-This-Yourself wisdom from Fenwick on eye contact
A quoted piece presents Fenwick's method to avoid unwanted attention by looking at the bridge of a man’s nose. The tip claims it stops self-consciousness and embarrassment and helps steer social interactions. George Allan England is cited as the source of the quote.
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Fenwick
George Allan England
Victory Over One's Self
A concise motivational aphorism notes that the greatest feat is conquering oneself and gaining self control, surpassing famous battles as a universal truth about personal discipline and leadership.
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Gettysburg
Waterloo
Builders of Success Creative mental pictures guide your achievements
The passage urges building mental pictures as a main task, drawing material from desirable associations, respected people, valuable books, and constructive, inspirational things. It says friends, books, and interests decide success and should be chosen with care.
Constitutional Prudence in Government Length
The quote extols the United States for its shorter constitution and fewer general orders, praising efficiency in governance. It frames the nation as the most successful country due to compact constitutional structure and limited procedural rules.
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United States
Forbes
No Courting There For Centuries Past
The piece notes the ancient Chinese custom of betrothing baby girls to a future husband, arranged by parents in infancy. Many instances leave the bride unseen by her future spouse until she reaches his family home for the wedding ceremony.
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China
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Poppi
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Main St
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Felt & Tarrant . Mfg. Co
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