Farmer Burns Still Thrives At 57 Despite Youthful Glory
Farmer Burns, famed world wrestling champion known as the John L of wrestling, marks his 57th birthday claiming vigor and strength equal to years past. He helped popularize wrestling in America, held the world title for years, and mentored Frank Gotch, shaping the sport's rise. Burns wrestled in over 1,000 matches with shoulders rarely pinned.
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California Syrup of Figs Promoted for Children
A nostalgic ad recalls childhood remedies and contrasts old laxatives with California Syrup of Figs. It emphasizes gentleness, ease for kids, and that mothers should ask doctors for the real product made by the California Fig Syrup Company, warning against counterfeits.
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California
Destroyer Named in Honor of Slain Gunner’s Mate
Secretary of the Navy Josephus Danfield announced from Washington that his last signature was to order naming the destroyer Ingrarm in memory of a Gunner’s Mate slain in action. The vessel honors a dedicated sailor and aligns with a tradition of commemorating fallen service members.
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No Rich Man's War Says War Critics
A quotation argues against war profiteers and conscription of wealth during conflict. The speaker, identified as Ouoe H. Kahn, condemns the use of war to advance political aims and notes that taxation falls mainly on the well to do while the poor bear fewer burdens. The passage calls for unity and cooperative effort.
British Red Cross Aid Tied to War Council Allocation
The War Council announced allocations totaling 1,190,000 or 350,000 pounds to the British Red Cross. The American branch weighs in on appropriations amid concerns about publicity and support for American soldiers after the Tuscania incident.
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The Girl With the Champagne Bye
Alta Today announces a new photo drama titled The Girl With the Champagne Bye starring Jewel Carmen. The plot follows a glamorous woman who turns to theft to survive and seeks redemption as she falls for the Finn while the action unfolds in a northern frontier setting with gold rush era undertones.
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Gertrude Messenger
Fighting Trail Freight car wreck thrills Pastimes Today
The Fighting Truck evolves in a gripping fourteenth episode of The Fighting Trail serial at Pastime theater. A train plunges into a river as passengers survive by breaking windows and clinging to life. Director William Ditnes and star Gwrel Hollaway bring noted daring to the screen in a spectacular adventure scene.
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Gwrel Holloway
Wreck in Los Angeles Interruption on Set
Allman Fleher plays Howard Turker in a Devonian millionaire tale when a staged car crash on a Los Angeles set disrupts a scene. Fisher drives at speed to reach Marjorie de Wilson and her friends, causing a fire hydrant collision and a delay before production resumes.
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Howard Turker
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Arciule Toitiy
Fair With Cool Nights is Promised for Week
Weather outlook for the week promises cool nights and fair conditions. Forecasters note unsettled periods with possible showers midweek and a gradual warmup later in the period.
Congress Backs Wilson Adopting Strong Policy
Washington April 9 Congress gives unanimous support to the President's warning to Germany and her allies. The House votes for a policy strengthening American military and diplomatic measures in response to threatening actions abroad.
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Prodilent
British Land at Vladivostok With Japs On April
Official confirmation from the state department says forces landed in Vladivostok with Japanese to protect the embassy. About 250 Japanese landed on April 6 after two companies the day before. No armed resistance offered. The move seen as protective to deter Japanese intervention in Siberia. Tokyo cautions over war but will act to uphold Japanese interests if needed. Premier Terauchi notes Japan will not rush to war and acknowledges U S influence on Siberian policy.
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State Department
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Vladivertok
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Siberia
Tokyo
Japan
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América
Tile
United States
Hiteiettlen Japein
House Gets Busy With War Measures
Washington April 9 The house debated military measures before adjournment as Lauder urged elimination of needle debate. The Senate discussed a bill proposing penalties against propagandists for deceiving the public in wartime.
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Laudera
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Learning to Be a King Maker in Britain’s Power Struggle
A fragmentary item discusses WW Waewlek controlling conferences related to the Earl of Warwick and his hopes to influence who sits on Britain’s throne. It hints at his currency clout and the idea that he may install or depose kings in finance. The piece includes a photo caption of him exercising at the Washington YMCA.
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