America is World's Richest Nation shows wealth per person
Figures from 1928 National Industrial Conference Board and 1922 Census data show New York with high total wealth but average per capita wealth of 3513 dollars. Nevada at 7338 and Alabama at 1284 illustrate state disparities as the nation nearly doubles wealth from 1912 to 1928 while purchasing power declines to about 67 cents per 1930 dollar.
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Nevada
Alabama
New York
Empire State
National Industrial Conference Board
United States Bureau of the Census
America
United States
Reading Value Emphasized At Patoka School
Two songs were sung by the school and Wayne Hagan spoke on The Value of Reading. The talk urged careful fast reading to gain imagination and knowledge. Howard Perrine donated library books including Luke Walton and Looking Backward to Patoka Public School. Junior class rehearsed a play and will perform in May. Wayne Eagan and Mary Hayes were noted absent. The basketball team photo was received with pride.
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Ing
Wayne Hagan
Baldwin
Patoka Public School
Howard Perrine
Luke Walton
Erie
Scarthey
Howard
Freshman Party Ends With Missing Refreshments
The Freshman class held a gym party last Thursday inviting guests. Refreshments vanished from the stage during the event and members fled unseen. Some attendees left hungry while others called the party a success.
The Small School System Debate and True Measures
The article questions how to define a school's importance beyond size and budget. It argues that quantity does not equal significance and considers whether fame stems from big city systems or innovative educational impact rather than the number of buildings, pupils, or salaries.
History and sports notes from Atwood High page
The article discusses educational values over size and budget, quotes a reporter on precise figures, outlines HISTORY NOTES on Wilson and Latin America, and records Atwood High’s Pan a sectional victory at the Millikin Relays with Albert Kamm leading in shot and discus. Tilden Tech placed second.
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Atwood High
Albert Kamm
Kamm
Tilden Tech High
Chicago
Metcalf
Millikin Relays Highlight Poor Track Week
Unfavorable conditions and limited athletic activity led to sparse track news. Walker competed in the mile run as Millikin Relays faced sloppy ground and little practice amid a quiet sports period.
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Millikin
Walker
Just Marilyn a November birth tale of Grandpa lookalikes
In November of the year twenty nine a fairy arrival caused a stir among readers. Some said the child has blue eyes and resembles Grandpa Q while others claimed she is the image of Grandpa Freyer, a comparison that stirred local talk.
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Freyer
Little Edith Marilyn Captures Grandparents’ Hearts
Observers compare the baby to family members as time passes. The note reflects affection and curiosity about Edith Marilyn, noting features like her tiny hands, fuzzy head, and possible red hair while calling her sweet. The piece closes with attribution Contributed.
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Edith Marilyn
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World
Grennan
Fleischman
P. B. Simcox
Patoka
J. W. Alexander
Register Office
James M. Emerson
South Poplar Street
Centralia
Illinois
Wayne Eagan
Mary Hayes
Woodrow Wilson
Wilson
Panama Canal
Germany
Italy
Rome
Russia
Alexander I
Nicholas
Marilyn
Chef’s Choice
Pyramid Brand
Headley
Vernon, Illinois
Lompany
Indiana
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