Skull of Sultan Okwawa Back in British Mind
The piece notes the National Geographic Society on the Sultan Okwawa skull once in German East Africa and the likely German collection of 1017 skulls. Britain, seeking to restore the sultan’s head to his people, faces colorful commentary about aviation supremacy and Geneva.
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National Geographic Society
Sultan Okwawa
German East Africa
Germany
Okwawa
Britain
Govas
National Historical Society Protests Wilson Fiume Stand
A dissenting note from the executive committee of the National Historical Society questions President Wilson's Fiume policy. It contrasts the society's unknown leaders with the acclaimed historians advising Wilson, including Lubyer, Watkins, Coolidge, Lord, Seymour, Shotwell, and Notestein, asserting experts remain competent.
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Aymen
National Historical Society
Wilson
Fiume
Historical Profession In
America
American Historical Association
Lubyer
University of Ilinois
Watkins
Coolidge
Dodecanesians and Greek self rule praised after Italian concession
The text commends Italy for yielding the Dodecanese to Greece, noting the move accepts self determination. It recalls Easter Sunday violence in Rhodes where a Greek priest was killed by Italian soldiers after declaring allegiance to Greece. It explains Italy’s 1912 acquisition, prior Greek ties, and hints Italy saved face to avoid broader imperialism charges.
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Italy
Asia Minor
Ecce Quam Bonum: Human relations and harmony
Dr. Frank Crane reflects on the difficulty of getting along with people and the constant small hurts in relationships. He notes how peace is rare, yet society shows long stretches of love and unity, urging steadfast harmony among brethren in fellowship and daily life.
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Tmiackind
Germany
George Glassing
Evista
Fred Haskin's Daily Quiz Q&A sampler
This quiz page presents a series of questions and short answers on diverse topics. It covers naval vessel tonnages, depth bombs, cleaning a straw hat, historical pope and king simultaneity, gasoline definition, and the Chicago River’s role, ending with a note about eligibility for American Legion membership based on honorable service.
Questions and Answers From The Quincy Whig Information Bureau
A compilation of reader inquiries answered by The Quincy Whig Information Bureau covering veterans eligibility civil service preference in hiring salary for senators and representatives insect bites on mushrooms edibility and the first Atlantic steamship Savannah voyage details plus a prompt information service notice.
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Quincy Whig Information Bureau
Frederic J. Haskin
Washington, D
North Dakota referendum on six key laws proposed
Governor J Frazier has issued a proclamation calling a special election for June 26 to refer eight measures from the last legislature. Voters will decide on the educational bill industrial commission official newspaper one man tax commission re districting state bank and immigration bills proposed by petitions from the Independent Voters association.
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Bismarck
N. D
J. Frazier
Independent Voters’ Association
State Bank
Fourth in 719 Harvey's Weekly on 1919 Fourth plans
Sir Josephus Daniels sails homeward as officials roam Europe and back on touring. The piece mocks diplomatic perks, foresees a Belgium procession, and predicts a major speech. It warns the July Fourth may mark independence’s possible end if a foreign super-government takes control, lamenting absent US leaders and fallen soldiers.
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Italy
Belgium
Colonel House
Doctor Grayson
Herron
United States
A Feathered Busybody in Jenny Wren's Orchard
Peter Rabbit watches Jenny Wren and Mr. Wren work on a new house in the Old Orchard. Jenny insists on speed and self reliance, warning Bully the English Sparrow to stay away. The scene ends with Peter noting Jenny as a feathered busybody.
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Jenny
Mr. Wren
Peter Rabbit
Jenny Wren
Peter
Bully
Mr. Wrenn
May Twentieth Across History Highlights
On May twentieth centuries mark Columbus death in 1506 at Valladolid, Spain, aged seventy, and the 1588 Spanish Armada voyage. James I relaxes Sunday diversions in 1618. 1774 British act transfers American prisoners for trial. 1789 French clergy relinquish privileges. poet John Clare dies in 1864. 1881 Revised New Testament released with over one million copies sold. Also a cautionary note about banks.
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Christopher Columbus
Valladolid
Spain
Engand
James
England
John Clare
Clare
America
Australia
Tiz Foot Relief Ad Brings Quick Comfort for Sore Feet
An old advertisement touts Tiz as a 24 cent remedy for tired and swollen feet. It promises quick pain relief from bunions and corns, reduces swelling, and ends shoe tightness. The copy emphasizes radiant feet and easy footwear after use.
Sage and Sulphur Compound Hair Darkening Remedy
An old time hair darkening mixture called Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Compound is advertised as restoring natural color to gray or faded hair. The preparation, applied with a comb or brush, darkens evenly and removes visible gray by morning with repeated use.
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Wyeth
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