Inglewood Quake Wrecks Buildings and Kills Woman
A June 23 quake centered in Los Angeles county caused severe damage in Inglewood with twenty one business structures destroyed and many dwellings damaged. Mrs. William Shippy of Los Angeles died of heart failure after fleeing a car.
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Parkhurst Leads Republicans In Maine Primary Race
Frederick H. Parkhurst of Bangor appears set to win the GOP gubernatorial nomination in a four corner contest as Maine reports 122 of 633 precincts. He leads John P. Deering of Saco by 1,717 votes while Gov. Carl E. Milliken trails by 3,205 votes. Yuouis A. Jack has scant support.
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Former Miss Astor Ill in Paris Hospital Care
Paris June 23 Mrs. George Ogilvy Haig of London formerly Miss Charlotte Astor lies seriously ill at the American hospital at Neuilly with slight hopes of recovery. Her sister Mrs. Marshall Orme Wilson of New York City is at her bedside.
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Mexico City Barracks Sold At Auction For Healthier Living
All barracks in Mexico City are to be sold at auction and soldiers will be quartered in cantonments in the suburbs to secure healthier living conditions and improve discipline.
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National Interest Focus on San Francisco Candidacy and Bolshevik Crisis
The piece surveys the post convention mood within the GOP and potential presidential contenders McAdoo Palmer Cox Marshall Bryan and Wood. It notes factional tensions with the progressive wing and hints at possible platform debates while also reporting on Russian unrest under Bolshevik rule and Japan Chinese negotiations over Shantung.
Democratic Conclave Fans Fire in San Francisco Nomination Field
National focus shifts to the San Francisco convention with anticipated nominations including William G. McAdoo James Cox A Mitchell Palmer Robert L Owen Edward S Edwards Gilbert M Hitchcock Hoke Smith and John W Davis. Internal party dynamics promise as much heat as Chicago with contests shaping the ticket.
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James M. Cox
Ohio
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Oklahoma
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New Jersey
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Committee of Forty Eight Forms in Chicago to Nominate
A new Committee of Forty Eight announces plans to meet in Chicago on July 10 to nominate presidential and vice presidential candidates and draft a platform. The group, described as extreme left wing, would draw support from discontented elements of other parties. A survey of 21,000 responses shows Senator Robert M. La Follette of Wisconsin leading as a presidential candidate.
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Bolshevism Marshals for Grand Smash Across Russia
The article describes Bolshevik force buildup led by Trotzky with 1.5 million troops and tells of victories over Kolchak Semenoff and Denikin. It notes Polish pressure near Kiev, bolshevist influence in Caucasus and India, and London talks. It also reports anti Bolshevik Wrangel gains in Crimea and movements toward the north from the Crimea and Sea of Azov.
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Limitation of League Council Dims Persia Relief Efforts
The London session of the League of Nations failed to provide relief for the Persian crisis. Persia requested action against bolshevist aggression at Enzeli, but after three days the council admitted it could do nothing and urged direct negotiations with the Soviet government. British spokesman Andrew Bonar-Law said Britain would cut military commitments in Mesopotamia and Persia to reduce expenditures.
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European cabinet resignations signal fragile postwar politics
The Italian Polish Hungarian and Austrian cabinets resign amid trouble adapting to peace terms. Reichstag election fallout creates a snarl in Germany. Crises persist as governments fail to form solid majorities.
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Legion convention in Cleveland to rally war veterans
Leaders among ex service men predict the American Legion convention in Cleveland Ohio on September 27 28 and 29 will rival the Republican and Democratic gatherings. The nonpolitical event aims to be a grand veteran rally addressing issues vital to the nation with direct representatives of over two million veterans.
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Quiet in Mexico Amidst Revolt and Fatigue
Observers report a lull in Mexican disorder as fatigue quiets the nation. Optimism runs high after seven years, with more people returning to work. Villistas in Chihuahua cause intermittent unrest while the government aims to capture Villa dead or alive.
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Beranger's Heart Too Kind
Anecdotes recount the generous French poet Beranger who died in 1857. Despite poverty he gave to beggars outside his home, tolerated ingratitude, and relied on Lisette to distribute charity. His friends urged restraint, but Lisette quipped Beranger would write another song.
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Truthful Sign Becomes Cautionary Tale on Road
A friend drives on after a road sign declares the way closed. The bridge is out and both riders end in a creek. The traveler vows to trust signs next time, as a farmer helps pull the car home.
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Chicago Tribune
Noah and the Two of a Kind Poker Quip
A humorous exchange challenges Noah's chances in poker arguing he could not be a successful player because he never held more than two of a kind. The wit contrasts lack of strength with expected luck in cards.
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Noah
Allen's Foot-Ease Antiseptic Powder Ad
An old advertisement touts Allen's Foot-Ease powder to relieve corns bunions and foot pain. It claims instant relief for smarting feet and notes 1500 pounds used by the Army and Navy during the war. Sold everywhere.
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Last Minute Test Of Fidelity Proves Romantic
Elsie plans a moonlit date for Tred to test his fidelity by asking Maude for a kiss. Maude agrees to participate and play along. The next day Elsie learns Maude was approached first and kissed Tred before he could be asked.
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Electrical Hair Cutting in France Uses Heated Wire Comb
An electrical substitute for barber scissors is used in France. A comb with a platinum wire along one edge carries current. When drawn through hair the heated wire severs strands, leaving even ends and sealing them as singeing does.
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