Buried Chinese City Unearthed Near Peking
A buried ancient Chinese city lies fifty miles south of Peking under three to four feet of earth. Its walls enclosed more territory than Peking, according to the Japan Advertiser. The piece notes Shih Huang-Ti’s rise to empire around 109 B C and his reforms ending feudal rule.
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China
Peking
Japan
Alexander the Great
Egypt
Alexander
Shih Huang
Shih Huang-Ti
Traveling Companions and the Wise Choice Fable
A Chinese fable tells of a man faced with an unjust trial far away. Three disguises offer lodgings and food, companionship and wit, or aid before the judge. He chooses the third, only to learn it is his virtues guiding him, proving wisdom in selecting true allies.
How Trollope Worked In His Autobiography
Trollope recounts his writing method in the Autobiography now reprinted. He says he assigns pages per week based on time and demand, averaging about forty pages though it has ranged from 20 to 112. He defines a page as 250 words and counted every word to avoid waste.
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Trollope
Anthony Trollope
Weather and Leather Corns Warn of Changes in Leather
A. Wilson presented to the New York section of the American Chemical Society results showing moisture changes in leather affect corns. Chrome leather absorbs more water from air than vegetable-tanned calf, causing greater area changes and higher pinching risk.
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A. Wilson
New York
American Chemical Society
Flo
Buckners Welcome Daughter Martha Jane in Calumet City
Calumet City announces the birth of Martha Jane to Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Buckner at their 688 Price Place home on July two. The baby and mother are well. Also, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Robenhorst welcome son Glen William born July four at their West State Street home. Both mothers are reported fine. Funeral services for Mrs. Martha Lucht were held Tuesday at Oak Hill cemetery with Rev. Carl S. Schaeffer officiating. Interment followed at Hammond, Indiana. Additional notes tell of visits, insect-collecting hobbies, and travel plans of local residents including Elks convention in Boston and weekend Kentucky trip.
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W. R. Buckner
Price Place
Martha Jane
Paul Robenhorst
West State Street
Glen William
Martha Lucht
156Th Street
Oak Hill Cemetery
Hammond, Ind
New England
E. James Feebeck
Douglas Avenue
Kentucky
Albert J. Goyke
John
154Th Place
Delano
Minnesota
Plainview
Mich
Beethoven Relics Draw Pilgrims to Bonn Birthplace
Visitors to Bonn face Beethoven birthplace relics housing many artifacts of the immortal composer. The exhibit includes a notable tenor violin once played by the master, drawing music lovers and historians to the riverside city.
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Beethoven
Bonn
Germany
Surprise Party Honors Mrs. M. Barman at Hartman Home
A delightful surprise party for Mrs. M. Barman was hosted by Mrs. Walter Hartman at 83 154th Street. Guests shared games and music, then enjoyed a luncheon. gifts were presented to the honoree. Notable attendees included Mrs. Blair, Mrs. Church, Mrs. Griffith, Mr. Roberts, and many family members.
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M. Barman
Walter Hartman
154Th Street
Blair
C. Church
Hupental
Cox
Griffith
Peters
Roberts
Hubner
Baby
Edward Youse
Evelyn Hartman
Lucille Dahlkamp
Kathryn Griffith
Valeria Cox
Elizabeth Barman
George Barman
Barman
Child Welfare Day Planned by Cook County Nurses
The Cook County Public Health nurses with Riverdale and Dolton physicians hold a Child Welfare day at the Lincoln Avenue School House Dolton on Tuesday July 15 1924. Babies and preschool children will be weighed and measured with parents and guardians offered guidance. Rural Public Health Nurses Room 922 County Bldg Chicago.
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Cook County Public Health Nurses
Riverdale
Dolton
Lincoln Avenue
Rural Public Health Nurses Room
County Bldg
Chicago
Always Opportunity Wherever there is a human being there is an opportunity for a kindness
A compact quotation attributed to Seneca emphasizing that kindness arises in every human encounter. It frames everyday interactions as chances to help, mentor, or comfort others. The message encourages proactive, compassionate behavior in all settings.
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Seneca
Christ Elected King in Florence in 1527
In 1527 Christ was elected king of Florence a small independent state in Italy by actual ballot.
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Christ
Florence
Italy
Ideal Government Aims to Make People Happy
Quote attributed to Macaulay on governance that true rulers seek happiness for citizens and possess the know‑how to achieve it.
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Macaulay
Alligators Protected in Mexico Seasonal Ban
Authorities announce a seasonal protection period for alligators in Mexico from September 80 through March 1, prohibiting pursuit capture killing or injury and enforcing penalties for violations.
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Mexico
Chinese dress symbolism and material splendor tradition
The Chinese trait among the Chinese highlights the enduring emphasis on splendor in dress through rich materials and decorative details. This enduring fashion ethos reflects cultural values tied to status, ceremony, and identity across generations.
One Advantage of Going Out to Dinner
A brief note observes that dining out offers the benefit of enjoying a meal without interruptions from the telephone.
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Calumet City
John L. Lewandowski
State Line Street
Stephen Kosecki
Carroll Street
Frank Wirkus
Boston
Mass
Elks
Hegewisch Motor Sales
Ford Motor Co
Ford
Hegewisch
Baltimore Ave
Hegewisch, Ill
Aufmann FA
Lion Store
Uemann
Hammond Indiana
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