Prohibition, gasoline worries, and idle editorials
A long mosaic of reflections on a banquet at Hotel Pocahontas, American ships under American laws, looming prohibition enforcement, rumored federal jobs, and Warren G Harding as president elect. The piece critiques gasoline fears, corn meal motives, and the era’s liquor market with satirical, local remarks.
Quote on humility and U S cabinet service
The speaker criticizes egotism and urges humility in public life. He argues selection should prioritize Americans who will serve the country over organizational ties or creed, emphasizing duty and national first.
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Harding
America
Looking Forward at a World in Turmoil
The piece contrasts stable governance and prosperity at home with upheaval abroad. It notes kings toppled, chaos spreading, and vast hardship as governments fall, wealth vanishes, and many face starvation while rioters squander stolen wealth.
Hall's Catarrh Medicine Promises Cure for Deafness
An old advertisement claims catarrhal deafness comes from inflamed mucous linings and cannot be cured locally. It states only a constitutional remedy via Hall's Catarrh Medicine, with a money back promise of one hundred dollars if not cured, and urges readers to buy or request free circulars.
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Hall
F. J. Cheney &Co
Toledo
Ohlo
Fragmentary 19th Century Caption on American Prosperity
A clipped snippet contrasts destitution with imagined abundance in America. The text questions true prosperity and social conditions, noting widespread want despite the nation’s reputation as land of freedom and plenty.
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America
Regular Teachers' Examination in Pocahontas in 1921
Pocahontas hosts the regular teachers' examination January 26 27 and 28 with Grace D McMichael County Superintendent involved. The note expresses optimism for success and hints at broader topics including American jazz in China and Congress actions on farm price movements.
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Pocahontas
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