Story of a man-hunt by a bankers association detective
A confidential report chronicles a staged pursuit in the Cumberland mountains to seize Guy Props for forged checks. Deputy Harkness, Sheriff Jackson, and guides traced Props to his mountain hideout, arresting him after a tense night chase. The case spanned multiple counties with political pressure and a proposed plea, ending in a ten year sentence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gurden Edwards
American Bankers Association
Dan
James E. Baum
War Wide
Cumberlang “Mountains
Mmourigins
State Bank
de Bieerie
Ned Harkness
Ash County
Guy Props
Balden
von R. Enollton
Jackson
Harkness
Depton
Proga
Guy
Elton
Lars
Karkness
Bald Clit
Ong
Ine
Paint
Tandy
R. Bolton
Bext Enollton
Luke
Becau
Eveh
Ethan
Beal Nolton
R. Knellan
S. R. Knollion
Preps
Ro Kaotiten
Props
Gans Ropers
Roper
Roger
Beal Knoilton
O. X Standton
Standson
Drire
Beal Knollton
Romer
FR. Knollton
Sel
Andy
Peli Preps
Self
Beal Kyollton
Barkness
Bear Knollton
Knoollton
Frank James
Mrea
Persim
Beal Anditon
Cuy
Eli
R. Knpilton
Commonwealth Attorney
Prese
Commonwealth
Chris Bachellor
County
Feil
Jude
Pel
Sears
Jere Sears
C.young
Srand
West Virginia
Kentucky
Chris Bacheller
Flame Valley
Bacheller
Bacheler
Grand Jury
Earties
Az 7
Carla Bachelier
Guy Frops
Mr. Props
Avi bin
Gus
Eraps
Tury Guy
Guy Prope
Biggest Letter Ever Mailed by Air with Northern Michigan link
The largest air mail letter, 8 1 2 by 6 inches, mailed by the Muskegon Chamber of Commerce to celebrate rail service linking northern Michigan, Indiana and Chicago, cost $5 in air mail postage. The envelope and paper measured oversized, and the carrier delivered it on regular rounds amid widespread air mail usage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry New
Washington, D.C
Muskegon
Midh) Chamber of
Consnerce
Michigan
Indiana
Chicago
Ang
Air-iail
Roofing colors through the ages meet durable design
The article observes old roofs and church spires set against a blue-green sky, noting slate roofs of past generations lasting for years with little upkeep. It contrasts natural slate and modern colored roofing, warning against sacrificing durability for color and urging true sturdiness and water shedding as key roof qualities.
Plan New Home With a View to Environment
The article argues environment is crucial in home buying. Even with good transport schools and services, neighborhood fit with buyers’ ideals determines satisfaction or disappointment and affects investment value.
Los Angeles Realty Board Seeks County Height Limit
The Los Angeles realty board plans to urge Los Angeles County supervisors to adopt a uniform building height ordinance. Aimed at downtown uniformity, officials say height limits relieve congestion where unbounded growth occurs. The board cautions city sentiment against high buildings could weaken if county heights rise outside the city limits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Los Angeles Realty Board
County Supervisors
Los Angeles County
National Association of Rel Estate Boards
Los Angeles
Garden Attractiveness and Garden Transformations
Garden beauty elevates a home with carefully chosen borders of roses jonquils ivy and violets. Proper planning yields enduring color through the year and perennials provide charming effects with minimal ongoing care.
Look Well to House Lig Report on Roof Construction
A peculiar report notes Chinese practice of starting a house from the roof. The roof is deemed of first importance as protection overhead determines habitability and the overall viability of the dwelling.
Birds Aid Gardens in a Bird Bath Companionship
Birds come to a garden when given a simple bird bath inviting them to drink or bathe. Watching these courteous guests brings joy and they aid by eating weed seed worms and insects that threaten the garden’s health.
Massachusetts towns vote for town forests lead state work
Seven Massachusetts towns have voted for town forests, making the state a leader in this effort, according to the American Tree Association. In some places protection for the town's supply falls under the town forest act.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Massachusetts
American Tree Association
Radio in Forestry Service Trials Seeks Lighter Field Set
Experiments test radio value for forest work. Findings address feasibility of ultra light, packable units for firefighters to signal headquarters during emergencies. Current studies examine how tree absorption and rugged terrain affect low power signals and topography. Researchers aim to develop a simple sturdy set that can be carried by a fireman with rations, capable of code transmission and voice reception.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forestry Service
Generous Free Sample Offer For Pastor Koenig Remedy
A vintage preview offers a large free sample of Pastor Koenig’s Nervice to readers. It recounts the German origin, growth of Koenig factories, and nationwide reach, inviting readers to mail a request with a postal to receive the trial at no cost. The notice asks readers to mention their local paper when writing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Remedy
Pastor Koenig
Pastor Hoenir
Koenig
United States
Kicenig Meilicine Co
North Wells Street
Chicago
Ilinois
Remarkable Climbers Aged Youth Show Striking Feats
A London Daily Chronicle correspondent notes astonishing mountain climbs by young girls and a twelve year old boy. The piece highlights an English lady aged seventy two reaching the Eiger summit after previously climbing the Schreckhorn, illustrating surprising feats from Grindelwald.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ghide
Grindelwald
London Daily Chronicle
Eiger
Schreckhore
Newspaper Circulation Figures in 1928 Editor Books
The Editor and Publishers Year Book 1928 reports U.S. average daily circulation by type. Morning papers average 14,145,834. evening papers 23,820,083. Sunday editions 23,468,027 across the nation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Fragmentary Thought on Faith and Speech
When a man has no faith in humanity, humanity has no faith in him. A desire for talking is not necessarily based on having anything to say.
Phillips Milk of Magnesia Endorsed For Children Ailments
The ad promotes Phillips Milk of Magnesia as a universally safe sweetener and antacid for children, claiming it neutralizes excess acid and soothes stomach upset. It touts doctors’ endorsement, notes the product trade mark since 1878, and urges households to keep it on hand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles —. Phillips Chemical Co
Charles H. Phillips
Belief on Wind Direction Over Next Six Months
The passage asserts no solid support for wind direction predicting the next six months. It notes wind tends to be similar in tradewine regions and that March 20 22 offers little usable guidance, with day temperatures varying but wind patterns remaining broadly uniform.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tradewine
The Muttonheads Ho This Lamb Seems Tough
A whimsical lyric snippet appears in Everybody’s Weekly with playful lines about a lamb and shepherd figures. The verse presents humorous wording and overall lighthearted tone without a clear narrative or event.
Cole's Carbonsalve Ad Promises Quick Pain Relief
An advertisement claims Cole's Carbonsalve stops pain instantly and heals quickly without a scar, urging keep it handy. The ad lists druggists and J W Cole Co with locations, and adds a quip about a strong minded woman admitting her shoes are not too large.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cole
J. W Cole Co
Borkford
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Smithsonian Institut
Forest Service
Brigham Young
Chilgeen
Phillips
Magnesia
Carter
Renee
Ione
Tan
Aeplica
Bayer
Melden
Mass
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