Illinois pays 120000 war bonus claims in under six months
Illinois has paid nearly 120000 former service men bonuses in under six months from the sale of two former bond issues. A board statement notes 25000000 was paid and another 15000000 offered as of December 29. About 19511 claims were not approved or disallowed, with many tied to residency and service records. The board cites strict residency rules and the need for strongest proof in affidavits and supporting documents.
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Illinois
Service Recognition Board
Distrust of Ourselves Refusing to Share Our Hearts
A reflection on why people hesitate to reveal their deepest feelings to friends. The author argues that self distrust, more than distrust of others, blocks open hearted communication and authentic connection.
Golfers Numerals From a French Caddie
A French caddie recalls learning golf scoring from visitors. He explains counting as Won do thre fore fif sees damn ait damn. He notes seven differs from nine by pronouncing nine with extra emphasis.
False Happiness Draws Crowds but Seeks No Real Satisfaction
A reflective observation notes that false happiness enjoys attention and crowds yet gains no true gratification from the admiration she provokes in others. The passage treats happiness as performance rather than substance, implying emptiness behind public display.
Virtues and Humility Quote by Erasmus
A brief reflection attributes virtue to humility, noting that God favors the humble and that virtue without humility is useless. The saying emphasizes inner virtue over boastful striving.
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Erasmus
Great Water Power of Northwest States
Nearly one third of the nation's water power lies in Washington Oregon and Idaho. The three states hold a large share of the United States power potential, highlighting regional resources and opportunities.
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Great Water Power
Northwest
United States
Washington, Oregon
Idaho
Women of Russia Wage Age Based Workforce Policy
Russian women start work between fifteen and seventeen, then after thirty are deemed less efficient and largely dispensed with, reflecting age based suitability in the labor system.
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Russia
Jumping car claim sparks pedestrian height joke
A French inventor supposedly created a car that can jump over three foot obstacles. The passerby quips that most pedestrians are five feet tall, implying the feat is insufficient.
Hammond Buys Park Lands From Forsythe For 150000
Hammond park board last week Thursday purchased 36 acres bounded by Wolf River Indianapolis Boulevard Sheffield Avenue and the lake from Miss Sarah Forsythe for 150000 to be turned into a public park. The site includes Hammond Beach Inn costing over 70000. City paid 25000 cash and assumed a 125000 mortgage.
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Park Board
Hammond
Sarah Forsythe
Wolf River
Indianapolis Boulevard
Sheffield Avenue
Lake Stor Fer
Hammond Beach Inn
Lake Shore
Forsyth
Cruelty Prohibition Echoed in Public Message
Community guidance urges compassion in sport and daily life, warning against inflicting pain and distress on others. The notice emphasizes humane treatment of all beings and condemns cruel conduct in any context.
French scientist claims sixth sense for truth in women
The Omaha Bee reports a French scientist discovering a so called Captacathesia a sixth sense that allows intuitive truth perception and notes it is especially developed in women. The piece suggests many husbands will question why this is hailed as a new finding.
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Tle
Omaha Bee
Bacteria Multiply Rapidly in Milk at 68 Degrees
A report notes that bacteria are easy to raise in milk kept at 68 degrees Fahrenheit and can multiply more than 4 000 times in each 24 hour period.
Scientists say sun will stay hot for billions of years
Scientists reassure the public that there is nothing to fear from the sun heating or the earth cooling. They estimate the sun’s heat will last for about another billion years, providing long lasting warmth.
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