News Review of Current Events highlights hurricane tolls and political shifts
Edward W. Pickard surveys the Miami hurricane anniversaries with Port Rico and Florida wrecks, death tolls possibly 2,000, and Red Cross relief. He also reports on Hoover Smith campaigns, tariff and immigration debates, Wisconsin primary outcomes, and aviation advances including autogyro tests, Diesel aircraft engines, and the Graf Zeppelin.
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Edward ‘W. Pickard
Porto Rico
Virgin Islands
Lesser Antilles
Morida
Atlantic
Iti
Ossesam
Doll factory interview ends with a quirky misstep
A prospective clerk describes last employment making eyes in a doll factory. The employer hires her but counsel her not to show sour capabilities when his wife is around.
The Law of Compensation in a Humorous Irish Exchange
Bridget and Lal discuss compensation law with a humorous Irish twist. Bridget notes how one sense diminishes while others sharpen, Pac adds that when one leg is shorter the other compensates by growing longer.
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Bridget
Lal
Casts 'Em In The Shade Window Blind Baron Steals Spotlight
A caricatured remark mocks a local business magnate who dominates rivals with aggressive tactics and a goon squad. The suspect figure runs a window blind manufacturing operation and eclipses competing tradesmen. Community chatter frames him as the standout force in the industry.
Eternal Dissatisfaction in Weather and Seasons
A reflective note on shifting seasons and weather patterns. It cites a vocal call to acceptance and a stance of critique with the refrain Whatever Is Is Wrong. The concise piece frames climate and mood as interconnected.
Our Fellow Creatures Dialogue About Horses and Cars
A fragmentary dialogue contrasts horses and cars. Mrs. Goodsole notes horses are scarce while members of the Good Deads club pledge to keep at least one horse to feed the starving horseflies.
Marriage proposal at table ends in playful health remark
An octogenarian proposes to a Black partner in a restaurant. She agrees to marry but jokes that he must keep his health as it is. The exchange turns on humor about health and longevity.
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Mr. Hoover
Smith
Omaha
Lincoln
Osighonia City
Middle West
Happy Warrior
Borah
Wwe
Al.Smith
Hhis
Otto Kahn
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IMQ
Dawes
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Congress
Everal
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France
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Packlrd Motor Company
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Sik
In Love on a Roof Eloise Scans Sky for Mail
A playful snippet shows Eloise on a roof with a telescope asking why Avy is there. Avy replies she scans for a letter by air mail, hinting at a domestic scene or story snippet about communication and companionship.
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Eloise
None but many births reported in native response
The exchange notes no men or women were born here yet a large number of babies were born, reflecting a curious census detail in the native reply.
Unappreciated Menu For Proper Bait
A verse style notice reflects a hidden menu for bait seeking patient anglers. The speaker describes lingering hours by a price grid and failing to catch a fish deemed an epicure, hinting at scarce rewards for effort.
Grand Scale Mrs Howard Dialog On Wedding Trip Costs
Mrs Howard recalls her daughter Grst’s wedding living at an enormous annual rate. Mrs Jay asks duration. Mrs Howard replies they sustained it for the seven day wedding trip, illustrating extravagant spending.
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Mrs. Howard
Grst
Mrs. Jay
Phas My Place You See Over There The House and Garage
In the Suburbs a speaker points to a residence and asks which is the garage. The line shows casual dialogue about property layout with a minor inquiry. The text captures a local everyday moment and the speaker asks for clarification about the garage’s location near the house.
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Phas
Fragmented sports note reports players tangled on home court
The readable lines describe players turning and glancing at each other during a home game, with spectators and tense moments. Specific names or teams are not clear, but the tone suggests a lively, unsettled moment on the court.
Velvet cape ensembles lead velvet fashions in color
Velvet ensembles with matching capes headline the new fall fashion, pairing sheer monotone velvets with beaded blouses in eggshell tones. The standout piece, shown at an Associated Dress Industries of America exhibit in Chicago, mixes cream cape lining with cream fur collar, promising versatility for evening wear and formal functions.
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Chicago
Associated Dress -Industries of America
Sleer
Selver
Velvet Fashion Evolution Steals Spotlight This Fall
Julia Bottomley notes velvet’s rise from occasional wear to year round staple. Velvet’s color glory, sheer textures, and elaborate patterns challenge fine fabrics, with patterns ranging from velvet tracks to plain coats. Stressed items include plaited skirts and soft jackets with scarf detailing and monograms.
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Julia Bottomley
Western Newspaper Union
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