Sense of humor wins in Chicago Republican gathering
At a Chicago Republican meeting former Ohio governor Frank G. Willis nominated Senator W. C. Harding for president. Willis’ witty close line, Let’s nominate Harding, drew laughs and helped carry the room. An Oklahoma delegate’s late-night claim gained support after a sharp joke about segregation. The convention carried the motion unanimously.
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Frank G. Willis
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W. C. Harding
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Willy
Harding
Ollahoma
Delock
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California Syrup of Figs Reminder for Parents
A vintage style ad note markets California Syrup of Figs as the child friendly laxative solution. It positions the product as a trusted remedy for common digestive issues in youngsters, appealing to caregivers seeking gentle relief.
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Harding Heritage Ties to Western Pennsylvania Town
Western Pennsylvania hosts a tale of presidential lineage as Harding ancestors and Wilson kin are traced to local farms and church roots. The piece notes William Van Kirk led a family society gathering near Point Lookout and that Wilson’s father Joseph Ruggles Wilson was born in Reubenville, Ohio.
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Pal
Warren G. Harding
United
University City
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Wilton
Hiarding
William van Kirk
Franklin Township
Eng Be
Charlies van Kirk
Point Lookout
Benator Harding
Vain Kirke Family Society
Wilson
Josph Ruggles Wilson
Reubenville
Here
Hille
Presbyterian Church
Canons- Nurs
Virginia
Missoula Plans Public Pool Fund After Drowning Tragedy
Missoula, Mont. July 1. A municipal pool fund of about 20,000 dollars, inspired by the drowning of three Missoula boys, was established three years ago and recently completed. The swimming facility will be built, with no charge for children, while adults will pay a minimum admission.
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Minneowla Municipal Pool Fund
Adulla
Cordial and Wild Cherry Wine Added to Revenue List
Washington July 1 Associated Press reports cordial berry cordial and wild cherry wine were added by the bureau of internal revenue to the list of intoxicating liquors and may be taxed by druggists in limited quantities to individuals.
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Associated Press
Washington
Bureau of Interim Revenue
Drugeis
Prohibition Bureau bans various intoxicating elixirs and compounds
Federal Prohibition directors outlined a list of preparations containing alcohol to be banned. Elixir of Acorice and elixir of anise and bitter orange are prohibited along with juniper and myrica compounds and lavender tincture.
Valley of 10 000 Smokes No More to Be Visited
Qoldmaus July 1 The Valley of Ten Thousand Smokes near Kodiak Alaska will set no more of its discoverer Robert F Griggs professor of botany Ohio State University Prof Griggs who calls the valley hell seething hell with the lid off says enough and that he is fed up on it He plans to finish a book this summer describing the valley and the nearby eruption of Mt Katmai
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Robert F. Griggs
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Mt. Katmial
Opium Smuggling Claims Ties to American Businessmen
Amoy China July 1 Two Americans said to pose as big business men are alleged to have smuggled opium from Amoy through Manila. Trade activity rises despite government opposition as military leaders reportedly compel natives to grow opium as revenue for officers.
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Associated Press
Amoy
China
Manila
Sugar price drops quoted at 22.75 per hundred
San Francisco July 1 Associated Press reports all sugar allotments placed on sale today were priced at 22.75 per hundred Weikht the refiners price, down 35 cents since yesterday.
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San Francisco
Airships Shape Election Campaigns in Winnipeg
Winnipeg July 1 Air planes will carry the Maniteb government campaign to seek reelection under Premier Norris this summer. Officials claim a world first in campaign air travel. Edward Brown the provincial treasurer flew over the city praising air planes for campaigning. Two machines are already in use and will visit at least one town in every constituency.
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Associated Press
Winnipeg
Man
Maniteb
Norriy Thissimmer
Norris
Edward Brown
Winnipee
Hisself
Hichly
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