American Legion to Hold Record Meeting in Fall
New York reports the American Legion plans a massive 1937 national convention in Manhattan marking World War I’s twentieth anniversary. Officials expect about 600000 veterans plus families to attend events from September 20 to 21 at Madison Square Garden and Fifth Avenue parade, with 40 and 8 reunions and extensive auxiliary activity.
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New York
Fifth Avenues
American Legion
Legion
Women's Auxiliary
Sons of the American Legion
Madison Square Garden
Polo Grounds
Fifth Avenue
America
Legionnaires
Planto
John F. O'Ryan
Pelhiam St. George Bissell
Justice Bissell
France
American Legion Auxiliary
Willem N. Corwith
New York Department
Watch for borers harming plants and home care tips
Neighbor warns of borers attacking plants if unchecked. Advice includes using an old automobile rim as a hose reel support, cleaning gutters before winter, and drying leaves to prevent water blockage. Also offers simple fabric care and sunburn paste tips from Associated Newspapers WNU Servite.
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Associated Newspapers
WNU Servite
The Great Stone Face by Leonard A Barrett
Nathaniel Hawthorne inspired tale from New Hampshire mountains about Ernest who waits for the man whose face mirrors the great stone face. Many visitors arrive symbolizing wealth militarism and other traits, but none match the legend until a poet comes to the village.
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Nathaniel Hawthorne
New Hampshire
Ernest
Mr. Gathergold
The Great Stone Face Inspires Ernest to Nobler Ideals
A poet discovers his hero in Ernest as the image of a mountain visage shapes a life. By daily gazing at the likeness, Ernest embodies strength and steadfast values. The tale argues that people grow to resemble their admired ideals, fueling courage and sacrifice. Beatrice guides Dante, Browning yields to honor, and Eliza echoes the timeless influence of admirable character.
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Ernest
Mr. Gathergeld
Beatrice
Dante
Paradise
Browning
Eliza
Leaf Green Theme Shapes Small House Décor
A family opts for a unified beige and white color scheme with accents of leaf green to create a spacious, tranquil feel in a compact, single‑story home. Blond wood furniture, white draperies, and pale greens define the living and dining rooms, while the master bedroom features bright moss green walls and beige ceilings, complemented by oak and walnut pieces and origami-like textiles. The piece also mentions a reader seeking budget friendly mini redecorating ideas, including blue rugs, yellow wallpaper, and light fixtures to refresh a small bedroom and reception area.
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Pheyre
Vworld
White
American nomads aided by trailers in mobility shift
Washington reports the National Resources committee sees house trailers as a key mobile living trend with social and economic potential. The trailer could expand population mobility while challenging schooling, community ties, and governance. Production in 1936 approached demand, with forecasts of growing domestic use but not replacing stationary homes.
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Washington
National Resources Committee
Mores
United States
Driving courses to be offered in 7000 high schools
State College Pa Amos E Nerhart of Peanish State College says over 7000 high schools will offer driving instruction this year. He notes demand and safety concerns grow as drivers become more efficient and accidents and registrations rise, with gasoline use assessed as part of the wider picture.
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State College
Amos E. Nerhart
Peanish Stete College Son Services
Indians Setting Pace in Population Gains
Indians are the fastest growing population group in the United States, with about 350,000 people and a growth rate surpassing whites and other groups. Commissioner Jon Collier told a House committee that roughly 252,000 Indians are wards of the Federal government under the Indian Reorganization Act and related amendments. The population spans about 259 tribes, many already adopting constitutions and others planning to incorporate under pending charters.
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United States
Jon Collier
Indian Adairs
House
Barn Reused 30 Years Amid Timbers Rich in History
Garnavillo farmer Tr. Otia Harmann reports a barn on his Garnavillo-area farm that has stood for 30 years of active use. The massive hand hewn oak timbers show little deterioration, a testament to skilled building and enduring craftsmanship.
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Garnavillo
Otia Harmann
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