Oxford and Cowley face clash of ancient town and mass production
A National Geographic prepared piece surveys Oxford's medieval town charm against Cowley’s booming auto factory nearby. It traces Oxford's origin, university structure, and the delicate balance between preserving historic character and embracing modern industry.
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National Geogaphia Society
Washington, D. C
ALQRD
Cowley
Great Britain
England
National Association of Local Government Officers of England
Oxford
William Robson
Oxonians
Midlands
Lancashire
Cromwell
Stage Coach Tales of Curry and the Wildrick Bandits
James Curry, famed Baraboo Kilbourn line driver, faced Pat Wildrick and gang during Wisconsin frontier days. He carried cash across rough trails from Kilbourn to Baraboo bank, foiled by whispers and a wary posse after spotting Wildrick hiding near Oschner park. Curry earned 50 cents per $1,000 moved and earned trust of locals who kept money uninsure d. The bandit’s capture followed, ending with a mob’s verdict at Portage.
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James Curry
Baraboo-Kilbourn
Wisconsin
Curry
Northwest
Baraboo
Chicago & North Western Railroad
Eilbourn
Pat Wildrick
Pat
Kilbourn
Terrell Thomas Bank
Gates
Oschner Park
Portage
Wis
Western Newapaner Union
Married Women Teachers Rule Not Prohibited by Law
The Office of Education states no state law bars married women from teaching in public schools. A National Education Association survey of 1,682 large cities found 89 percent report employing married women. Twenty nine percent of districts require a teacher to stop when she marries, while 25 to 44 percent demand resignation if marriage occurs during the year.
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Oxford
Cambridge
London
Midlands
England
Paris
Society of Oxford
Singland
Office of Education
National Education Association
Planetary Distances and Moon Metrics
The nearest planet to Earth in its orbit is Venus. Distances from the sun in millions of miles are Mercury 86, Venus 67.2, Earth 92.9, Mars 141.5, Jupiter 488.8, Saturn 886.1, Uranus 1782.8, Neptune 2708.4. The Moon orbits at about 239000 miles average from Earth, with volume about 1 49th and mass about 1 81st of Earth.
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Earth
Venus
Mercury
Mars
Jupiter
Saturn
Uranus
Neptune
Space
Paul Faces Trouble in Jerusalem Mission and Trial
Lesson centers on Paul’s vow at Jerusalem, his arrest by the mob, and his defense before the Sanhedrin. It covers his Roman guard rescue, his testimony to Jews and Gentiles, his prior persecution, conversion on the road to Damascus, and the plot to kill him with over forty conspirators.
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Paul
J. Paul
Jerusalem
Christ
Tarsus
Gama-lel
Jesus
Damascus
Damasus
Ananias
The Divine Presence of Fellowship With God
The text speaks of the reality and comfort of a religious person’s fellowship with God. It emphasizes a consciousness of salvation as a source of strength and assurance, inviting those who know this power to attest to its grace and love.
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God
Chain of Blessing Promises Inks in the Chain
The note treats promise prayer and performance as three Inks in a blessing chain. It argues that dropping the middle link voids the right to expect the final blessing. The piece emphasizes interdependence of faith actions in achieving outcomes.
Joke returns in hotel feature about razor blade walls
The publicity engineer for a New York hotel promotes cavities for razor blades in bathrooms. Guests drop blades in a slot to sink them within the building, a gimmick described with tongue in cheek by the Spokane Spokesman-Review.
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New York
Spokane
Neal's Mother Endorses California Fig Syrup Claim
A mother's testimonial from Oklahoma City emphasizes California Fig Syrup as a safe, gentle bowel regulator for children. She notes rapid relief from constipation and repeated use for colds and upset spells, urging buyers to seek the full brand name on the carton for authenticity.
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California
Neal M. Todd
West 27Th St
Oklahoma City
Okla
Neal
A Matter of Distance Patched in Passing Show
In this Passing Show sketch two characters debate hiking and the humor centers on milestones placed too far apart. The exchange highlights playful critique of long distances and the human urge to measure progress.
Cole's Carboni salve heals burns claims quick scar-free
Stop the pain with Cole's Carboni salve as advertised. It promises rapid healing without scars and is sold by all druggists for 60 to 80 cents or available by mailing 80 cents to J. W. Cole Co. in Rockford Illinois.
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Cole
J. W. Cole Co
Rockford, Il
Ann Returns to Self After Fragile Friendship Rift
Ann regains balance after distancing from a close friend who let her down. Self reflection follows a difficult period, leading to renewed confidence and personal growth.
Model Stripped In D C Lobby Showcase Theft
A model in a Washington lobby display was found wearing only stockings when a thief broke the glass door catch and stole a coat and dress along with several other garments. Police were alerted by the night watchman.
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Washington, D. C
Easy Pleasant Way To Lose Fat Ad Teaser
An old advertisement promises rapid fat loss and energy gains by using Kruschen Salts. It instructs buyers to weigh themselves, take a daily half teaspoon in hot water, and compare the value to a hundred dollars, claiming widespread druggist availability.
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America
Never Happened Before Car Trouble for The Smiths
The Smiths recount a rare car blowout despite long years of trouble free driving. They note surprise as the tire fails, highlighting an unusual roadside incident caught on their night.
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Smiths
Adventurers Extolled England by Bold Explorers
The quotation credits England’s rise to adventurers rather than government and recalls General Charles Gordon, the British hero killed defending Khartoum.
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England
Charles Gordon
Gordon
Khartum
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