Hearst proposals for national reform and defense policy
The Hearst papers outline a reform agenda including Washington style non entangling alliances, proportional Senate representation, unified defense under a National Secretary, education to end illiteracy, January inaugurations, a federal sales tax to offset other taxes, a 13 month calendar with Saturday holidays, a Nicaragua Canal, and acquiring the West Indies as debt payment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Washington
United States Senate
Army
Nicaragua Canal
Hearst Papers
English West Indies
United States
Publicity committee seeks damages over textbooks in West Texas
The Publicity committee of the West Texas chamber of commerce asks the executive board to file damage suits totaling at least 1,060,000 dollars against textbook publishers for untrue statements about West Texas. If awarded, the funds would go to every resident of the state, a precedent that could lead to barring offending texts from schools if protests fail. The piece notes publishers would likely heed protests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Texas
Stoolpigeons in DC Prohibition Enforcement Draw Criticism
Citizens blame federal prohibition agents in Washington for using disreputable stoolpigeons as informers. They cite jailed witnesses, perjury, and false witness fees. Critics say cases rely on voluntary tipsters, harming public trust and urge abolishing witness fees to curb abuses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
District of Columbia
Federal
Prohibition Forces
Washington
Genesis of a Myth about rain making and powder delays
A long critique of so called rain makers in Alexandria Virginia arguing against practical methods. It notes a delayed shipment of 200 pounds of rain making powder and jokes that rain came without it. The piece treats rain creation as impractical and likens it to using a street sprinkler to relieve drought.
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Ben N
Chamber of Commerce of
Alexandria
Cash and Glory for Endurance Pilots Dailey Jackson O Brine
The piece praises managers Dale Jackson and Forest O Brine for enduring feats and glory while noting cash incentives and public interest. It argues commercialization of such ventures alters public perception and reflects on Columbus and Lindbergh as examples who did not profit from testimonials or personal appearances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dale Jackson
Forest O'Brine
Jackson
O'Brine
Listen World By Elsie Robinson A verse review of Percy Shostec tale
A fragment review praises Listen World by Elsie Robinson and praises Percy Shostec for writing with raw realism. It highlights Shostec’s life experiences shaping his verse about ordinary people in urban New York settings and the vivid drama of everyday labor and longing.
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Elsie Robinson
Percy Shostec
Twente
Percy Sbustac
Hla
Tiges
Kitehene
Eudins
Peres Stortac
Yerifr
Milton
Tor Ian
Purser
Neta
Ming San
Kya
Tue
The Sex Ratio in Births and Its Causes
A historical discussion argues that prenatal conditions and maternal age influence the male to female birth ratio. It cites cross-cultural differences, wartime effects, and biological mechanisms in sperm production and embryo viability, noting higher male losses before birth and varying ratios by country and race. The piece concludes with ongoing debate and hints at continuation.
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Christian Syter
America
Shin
Perich
Alice
England
Congriath
Welle
Julian Trurity
Grosee Fe Weite
City Dwellers Live Unnatural Lives
An excerpt discusses the health impact of urban living, stressing the need for sunlight, heating, ventilation, and daylight exposure. It notes researchers study window glass and building design for better light penetration, referencing schools, hospitals, and public facilities adapting to these findings.
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Royal
Copeland
M. D. United
Pearth
Warhol
Illnern
Une
Tn Pend
Lee Hest
Fay
Elasaraein
Tunekine
Ma Tun
Iker
Alain bin
Fauratad
Do You Know About Bank Clearings and Glass Experiments
The report notes Kan Antonio bank clearings in Joka totaling 920 030 01 dollars and cites experiments at Adams a shoot in Birmingham Michigan. From February 1 to June a group of children resided in rooms with ultraviolet glass exposure, while another group faced ordinary glass. Measurements show the ultraviolet room group grew taller and heavier, suggesting effects from different room conditions.
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Kan Antonio'n Bank
Joka
Aser
Birmingham
Mich
Bitnck
Waa, Ayn
Diary of a modern Tenys in San Francisco hotels
A fragmented diary style reminiscence recounts a trip via telegram from Charles G. Norris and notes on San Francisco hotel life. It references the Algonquin, Ray Long, H. Ng Seon, Frank Case, and Horowits, with vivid scenes of street life, pool parlors, and urban unrest. The piece blends literary allusions with underworld lore and contemporary figures.
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New York
Caine
Charles G. Norris
San Francisco
Pat
Landon
Apin
Charabane
Ray Long
Algonquin
H. Ng
Frank Case
Cnmorth
Parachute Device Shocks Readers With New Jump Gear
A Popular Science page describes a revised parachute jumping costume by Hex G. Finney of Los Angeles, featuring a tail fin to steer a fall. The device promises smoother opening and controllable moves including rapid ascent, barrel rolls, and faster descent than antelope, aiming to enhance safety and performance for divers.
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Tanthle Cave
Pgutgeter
Nerin
Hex G. Finney
Tos Angeles
Dtvan
Aliteben i Tyeren
Venton
Finney
Fan
Pacuchute
Willie Devier
Wimneck
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Hearst Papers Advocate
Stoolpigeon Market
Cash and
Columbus
Jindbergh
By Hatlo
Avenus
Erthaila
Cocmera
Chetto
Henry
Eleventh Avenue
Harry Horowita
Shwer Enat
Reaventhal
Horowits
Gyp
Underworld
White Duck
Soromez
Chepaler
Ohsertation
Wentworth Tower
Ike
Senafor Ma
Ava
Mac
MeNanedt
Nature
Popular Science
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