Radiobeacons Transform Navigation From Lighthouses to Open Seas
The article traces radiobeacon progress from ancient Pharos to modern ships, noting over 120 radio beacon bases on U S shores and the adoption of radiocompass bearings for safe navigation. It highlights SOS use, distance finding on the Great Lakes, and a 50 percent drop in shipstrandings after radiobeacons' introduction.
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Alexandria
Nile
Eddystone
English
May Island
Scotland
United States Lighthouse Service
Ambrose Channel
New York
Nantucket Shoals
Ambrose
United States
Great Lakes
President Roosevelt
mid-Atlantic
George Fried
Roosevelt
Cape Mendocino
California
Alaska
Tillamook Rock
Ore
Cape Saunchef
Bering Sea
Absent minded professor reclaims stake in card game
A renowned absent minded professor sits with students for a card game. Each player, except him, puts notes into the kitty. The students argue who did not pay until the professor quietly withdraws one note and says he is taking his money back.
Three-Way Marriage Alimony tale recounted by judge
In a court scene Uncle Mose laments behind on alimony to his first wife. He explains the delay stems from his second wife not meeting expectations as the judge listens to the old timer’s frank, humorous accounting of his marital finances.
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Mose
Mugging the Mugs Celebration Debate Sparks Laughter
A district council debates Jubilee celebration ideas. One councillor proposes giving decorated mugs to school children and the elderly, hoping the mugs remind them of the councillors who funded them. Others laugh at the notion during the discussion.
Argument at the inn over an encyclopedia request
Two professors quarrel in a tavern when one asks for an encyclopedia. The waiter apologizes, saying no encyclopedia is available, and asks what they would like to know instead. The scene highlights a humorous mismatch between demand and supply.
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Oracle
Judge Calls For Order In Courtroom Sketch Dialogue
Roused juror awakens to the scene as a judge raps the bench for order while a juror requests breakfast in a courtroom sketch style. The brief exchange centers on maintaining decorum and a casual hunger cue amid proceedings.
Silent moment precedes a proposal not hers
They sit in silence as he finally asks what she is thinking. She blushes and deflects, insisting the proposal is his business, not hers.
Hole in One The Golfer The Girl Duel over a handicap
A humorous exchange centers on a golfer boasting about his skill and a girl guessing his handicap. The girl jokes that his face could be the handicap, prompting a lighthearted challenge about golfing prowess and perception.
Mysterious Key Exchange at Prison Cell
A visitor insists the key fits the prisoner’s rockbound cell door, declaring certainty in unlocking the predicament. The prisoner expresses guarded hope that the object could bring relief, while the guard observes the tense exchange.
Child Talk Sparks Donkey Ride Plan
A playful domestic exchange shows a child pressing for a donkey ride while parents propose a back ride instead. The lighthearted dialogue captures family dynamics and humorous bargaining moments.
Out of Print Banter Between Bibliophile and Poet
A bibliophile notes that much great literature is out of print and a poet agrees that editors won’t touch his works, highlighting tension between classic works and modern publishing.
Pantry mice ruin custard pie at home
Susie laments in a domestic quarrel as mice raided a freshly baked custard pie. George reassures with calm words, telling her not to worry about the small misfortune.
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George
Susie
Farm Troubles Prompt Mocking Sliced by Pairs
A lighthearted note mocks two farmers by nickname pairings. Jim Jerry and John Naw are described as neglectful of work, with jokes about crops and filling station duties.
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Jim
Jerry
John
Modern cottons take high style in 1937 designs
The piece highlights cotton fabrics moving from humble housefrocks to chic day and evening wear. It notes bold prints, contrasting colors, and new trims like spaghetti belts, Gaucho hats, and dramatic color studies. Emphasis is on affordable, fashionable cottons and seasonal trends.
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Merchandise Mart
Chicago
South America
Voguish Silk Net by Cherie Nicholas
Black silk net remains the premier choice for a versatile party dress. Paris shows strong demand for black net and the fabric pairs with slips in plaid striped or floral prints. The pictured gown features an Empire decolletage and elegant styling.
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Cherie Nicholas
Paris
Fashions Call For Great Yardage This Season
Designers endorse dramatic yardage with fuller silhouettes. Ballerina skirts feature layers of stiff sheer silks attached to long fitted bodices of silk net and tulle. Full evening gowns use up to forty yards of silk, with Schiaparelli inspired ballet and soubrette silhouettes rendered in silk net and prints.
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Degas
Paris
New York
Schiaparelli
Cotton Laces Outfit Daytime Frocks for Spring and Summer
Fashion forecasters highlight cotton lace as a key choice for daytime dresses this spring and summer. Street-length lace frocks offer smart practicality with varied patterns from large floral to geometric designs, suitable for day to evening wear.
Colorful Gun bonnet and patchwork quilt pattern notice
An advertisement explains a gun bonnet style balloongeie wall patchwork for a bedroom ensemble. It includes a Block Chart for cutting and sewing, yardage chart, and a quilt diagram for single and double beds. Pattern requests cost cents in stamps or coins to The Sewing Circle Household Arts Dept. NYC.
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Sewing Circle Household Arts Dept
W. 14 Street
New York
N. Y
Foreign Words and Phrases A Glossary of Terms
A compact lexicon of foreign phrases with translations and notes. Includes sub judice under consideration storm and stress villegiatura a summer vacation fili us nullius son of nobody illegitimate and belles lettres refined literature cause celebre a court trial of wide popular interest.
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Proupiou
Urbe
Villegiatura
Filius Nullius
Belles-lettres
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