Roosevelt and Swiss balance of trade discussed in weekly digest
The weekly summary covers Roosevelt’s views on trade balance and U.S. economic policy, with mentions of Swiss leaders, professors, and defense ideas. It cites figures like W. Aldrich, bankers in Seattle, and references to Greece, Hungary, and Yugoslavia amid wartime talk and Versailles treaty discourse. The piece notes concerns about war and peace, urging self-reliance and prudent spending for independence.
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Roosevelt
Switzerland
Carl Barth
Bonn
Unl
Haunted Vermont House Portraits a Tragedy and Echoes
A Vermont farm tale recounts a Benham family tragedy linked to two twin boys and a haunted stone house. An attic robbers den and a chilling painting on the mantel are tied to a wandering painter who allegedly cursed families with missing children. The witness fled during a thunderstorm, sensing unseen children at play above.
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Vermont
Benham
Stone House
Proctor Benham
Ancient Sport of Falconry Revived for Owners
A revived falconry game captivates owners with revived hunting traditions and shows renewed interest in traditional bird handling and training. The piece highlights the cultural significance and renewal of this historic sport among enthusiasts.
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Gates Slattery
Washington
D. C
Dresden Plate crochet rug shows quilt era craft art
In colonial days patchwork quilts and rag rugs were popular. The crocheted rag rug design appeared in 1933, sparking nationwide interest. Rugs evolved from round or oval shapes with color changes, forming many beautiful Dresden Plate designs.
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Clark
Address Home Craft Co. Dept
Nineteenth and
St. Louis Ave
St. Louis
Dresden
Simple meter reads lighting needs for each room
The Parents' Magazine introduces a light measuring device that acts like a thermometer for home lighting. It promises to remove guesswork and show exact placement and adjustment to reduce eye strain.
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Parents
Science
Growth Spurts Do Not Hinder School Achievement
Dr. James R. Hobson of Harvard analyzed growth data from over 1,000 children aged eleven to fourteen and found no significant link between rapid height and weight increases and gains in arithmetic or reading. His study, using records from 1921 onward, shows growth pace does not predict scholastic success or failure.
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James R. Hobson
Thookline
Mass
Hobson
Harvard
Harvard Graduate School of Education
Doctor Hobson
Doctor Hobeen
Gift of Speech Dear O14 Lady
Cartoon caption outlines a mother asking about her little brother's speech in a Winnipeg style exchange. The small boy replies that he can say thank you for a penny, capturing a homely family moment.
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Montreal Star
Hemmandban Admits Fast Driving on Mile Stones
The Youngstown Telegram quotes Herman Hemmandban claiming speed on the mile stones with a rattling sound effect described as r r r r t t tt. The passage notes the remark as a boastful boast by the driver.
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Herman Hemmandban
Youngstown Telegram
Wonder Wanted The World Will Never Starve for Wonder
Quote by G K Chesterton about human need for wonder. Reflects literary inspiration and curiosity as a timeless mindset.
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Wonder
G. K. Chesterton
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