Safe and Sane Fourth Needs Constant Vigilance
This piece argues the Fourth of July remains deadly despite safety efforts. It cites 1925 1926 1927 1928 death tolls from fireworks drownings and car crashes, compares Revolutionary War losses to modern casualties, and urges continued community programs to replace dangerous displays with safe recreation.
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America
Lexington
Concord
Princeton
Cowpens
Siege of
Charleston
Bunker Hill
Ft Moultrie
Monmouth
Stone Ferry
Stony Point
Bennington
Saratoga
Trenton
Germantown
Yorktown
Valley Worge
Pennsylvania
American Medical Association
American Museum of Safety
George Washington
Continental
National Museum of Safety
Cleveland
Ohio
Playground and Recreation Association of America
Associated Press
Man Earns Netherworld Reprieve Through Wife’s Gift
A London Tit-Bits joke recalls a man who after death bosses imps in hell. Satan notes his swagger as he claims the nether region was promised to him by his wife, who “gave it to me” while alive.
Quote on liars and honesty from William McFee before California legislature
William McFee remarks on a famous case before the California legislature noting that liars are born not made. He suggests it takes talent to lie and that a good star must have a good memory, underscoring the difficulty of honesty in public life.
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William McFee
California
Resolutions Fade Without Prompt Action
A quote from Marla Edgeworth warns that resolutions lose power if not acted on immediately, dissolving in the rush of life and the trap of indolence.
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Marla Edgeworth
Inheritance for Beatrice Coleman as Philadelphia heiress
Beatrice Coleman of Philadelphia stands to inherit several thousand dollars under the will of Mrs Rebecca Rolen Williams. The exact terms describe her as industrious sober and apt to jazz upon reaching age twenty five.
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Beatrice’ Coleman
Philadelphia
Rebecca Rolen Williams
Appointment with Photographer Cited in Ladies Home Journal
A brief dialogue notes a secretary setting a two o'clock appointment with a photographer while a busy executive declines to attend, directing the secretary to handle it. The exchange reflects managerial duties and press or publication context from Ladies' Home Journal.
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Ladies' Home Journal
Bored exchanges name requests in playful back-and-forth
Readers are invited to share their names in a lighthearted reply segment. The column frames names as a friendly social ritual, encouraging participation and casual interaction.
Lydia E. Pinkham remedy cited in Gretna notice
Mrs. BR. F. Wicknatt of Gretna Louisiana writes that after a difficult birth she used Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound and other Pinkham products to restore strength. She reports being able to perform household work again and continues the tonic.
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BR. F. Wicknatt
Hancock
Gretna, la
K R O Killa Rats Only exterminator advert
New home barn and poultry yard safe exterminator K R O uses Squill by Connable process endorsed by the USDA. Two cans killed 578 rats at Arkansas State Farm with many testimonials. Money back guarantee. Sold by druggists 75c or 2.00 for large size. K R O Co Springfield Ohio.
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U. S. Dept. of Agriculture
Arkansas State Farm
K-R-O Co
Springfield
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Parent-Teachers’ Association
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Ill
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Oregon
Wisconsin
Lamar
Chicago
Monee
Bran
P. Co., Inc
Lydia E. Pinkeham
Pier Sang
Cyanshine
Stance Inn
Via
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