Hoover sees film’s peaceful reach to Latin republics
Secretary Herbert Hoover lauds motion pictures as a tool to foster goodwill with South American nations amid Central American turmoil. He notes 16 diplomats heard his view that U S films reflect American life and should not be censored. Public doubts may fade as citizens view the movies, he says.
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United States
Nicaragua
Mexico
Herbert Hoover
Commerce
Hoover
Mr. Hoover
Reo
Publicity Overshadows Disarmament in League Conference
The League of Nations failed to reach a common ground on disarmament as secrecy dominated negotiating aims. Observers note the real issue is restraint on arms, while critics praise American resistance to joining an impotent peacekeeping venture.
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League
Silence and public opinion in media age
A fragmented essay notes the power of silence over speech in shaping public opinion, citing Dr. Henry Van Dyke on private conversation and the press as forces shaping views. It stresses the role of ordinary citizens in forming opinion and urges literacy to improve public discourse.
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Henry van Dyke
van Dyke
Insects and Humans Face Off in Global Rivalry
An article cites Austin H. Clark of the Smithsonian arguing a coming era where humans and insects compete for food, water, and space. He warns that shrinking plant life and expanding human populations will intensify insect pressures and force humans to outpace pests to feed future generations.
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Austin H. Clark
Smithsonian Institution
Clark
Bir. Clark
Catarrhal Deafness and Altitude Effects Discussed
A letter from a Pennsylvania reader discusses chronic catarrhal deafness and whether moving to high altitudes like Colorado could cure or relieve symptoms. The writer notes ringing ears, a muffled lead, and mentions experiences with atmospheric changes, while an Edison reference and other medical observations appear amid garbled text. The piece suggests home treatment may help and notes that mountainous climates can sometimes reduce catarrhal symptoms, though effectiveness varies.
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Jeter
Pennsylvania
Colorado
Pervon
Oxtersa
Mr. Edison
Arizona
New Mexico
Washington as Hero and Myth in Public Perception
Dr Frank Crane argues against lowering Washington to mere pedestal status, noting legends mix with fact. He says a hero reflects a society's ideals, not a flawless saint, and urges balanced portrayal with fuller life context.
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Param
Groven
Anchilles
George Washington
Two
Lands
Bacalis Poets Seek Pretty Partner in Ashland Notice
The anonymous verse note from Keaner’s Runcory Ashland Ohio seeks a pretty girl for companionship. It says the writer wants a well looking partner and rejects homely matches, preferring a charming companion.
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Horest Dorland
Pleasant Howe
Daily Good Deed You i dead RTA pie feathery
A fragmented OCR item reads as a local brief noting a community good deed and a collection of unclear phrasing. The readable fragments mention a person, a vehicle or location, and a hopeful tone about helping others. Details are obscured by the garbled text.
The Blood-Drinking Goddess In Tibetan Beliefs
The piece attacks Tibetan beliefs centered on Palden Lhama a blood drinking goddess worshipped by locals and controlled by Buddhist priests. It accuses priests of exploiting gullible worshippers while demonizing cultural figures and includes a quoted Greek remark about deity forms.
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Palden Lhama
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