Boyce Key Figure in U S Scout Movement Dies
William D. Boyce Chicago publisher who introduced Scouting to America died, leaving a legacy that led to the incorporation of the Boy Scouts of America. The funeral in Ottawa Illinois drew tributes from Dr James E West and Walter W Head noting his philanthropy and role in guiding 4,000,000 youths into the movement.
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United States
William D. Boyce
Chicago
Boy Scouts of America
America
London
Mr. Boyce
Robert Baden-Powell
Washington
Colin H. Livingstone
District of Columbia
Boy Scouts
James E. West
Ottawa
Illinois
West
New York City
Walter W. Head
State Bank of Chicago
National Council of the
Boys of America
Saint Elmo's Fire Mystery Confounds Scientists
The article notes the electrical phenomenon called St Elmo's fire seen at sea on wet nights. J Andrews cites White Star Magazine saying it remains unexplained by science. The piece recalls ancient names Helena Castor and Pollux for single and double flames and links Helene meaning a torch.
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St. Elmo
Castor
Tollus
Jupiter
Leda
See Illinois First Illinois attractions to visit by auto
The Automobile Club of Illinois promotes a See Illinois First campaign urging travelers to explore regional historic spots near Chicago. Highlights include Black Hawk Park, Old Salem, Starved Rock, Cahokia mounds, the Lincoln homestead in Springfield, Metamora courthouse, and the Ninian Edwards site, all presented as scenic and historic auto-tour destinations.
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Illinois
St. Mayer
Automobile Club of Illinois
America
Chicago
Mr. Mayer
Black Hawk Park
Rock River
Dixon
Black Hawk
Old Salem
Menard County
Sangamon
Linecoln
Lincoln
Starved Rock
LaSalle County
Ahnois
Siem de la Salle
Tonty
Madison
St. Claix
Springfield
Metamora
Woodford County
Centennial Museum
Ninian Edwards
Mary Todd
Minois
The Reason Bobby Curious About Elephant Trunks
Betty nine explains elephants have to come from So fia to explain why their trunks are so bio. Rombayv Times
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Bobby
Betty
Sofia
Rombayv Times
Calumet Harbor and South Parkway Urged for Chicago Growth
A columnist urges rapid action on Calumet harbor development and reclaiming 6000 acres of lake territory. He calls for a connecting boulevard from South Park to 130th street linking to major east and south routes, benefiting Roseland and the south side while boosting Pullman and surrounding suburbs.
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Lever Brothers
Calumet Harbor
Empire Gas and Fuel Company
Hammond
Springfield
Chicago
West Side
Greater Pullman
Chicago Plan Commission
South Park
Indiana
Washington Park
130Th Street
Burnham and
Grant Parks
Sheridan Road
Michigan City Road
Roseland
Greater
South Side
Riverdale
Dalton
Chicago Heights
Gary
Indiana Harbor
East Chicago
Steger
Flossmoor
Homewood
Markham
Harvey
Matteson
Lake Front Drive
Park District
Lake Calumet
Pullman District
Learn the prone pressure method of artificial respiration
A public safety notice explains the prone pressure method to save drowning victims and others. It details step by step actions, from positioning the patient, applying pressure, and continuing until breathing returns, and cautions on moving the patient and avoiding oral intake. It cites approval by Red Cross and several U.S. agencies.
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Red Cross
Army
Navy
Bureau of Mines
American Gas Association
National Electric Light Association
Illinois Committee On Public Utility Information
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