Revival plan for straight vaudeville gains traction
New York backers push a revival of straight vaudeville with prices from 8 to 74 cents and options on theaters in New York Philadelphia Chicago St Louis Cincinnati and Cleveland. The plan calls for an entirely clean slate with fresh performers, no ongoing shows, and a focus on direct seating and moderate admission.
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Philadelphia
Chicago
Louis
Cincinnaii
Cleveland
Graudeville Acta
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Talexit
National Railroad Policy Would Aid Trade
A 1920s opinion piece argues government intervention could stabilize railroads. It criticizes drifting policy, calls for coordinated national transport under public ownership where needed, and favors government-backed capital at low rates to cut rates and reduce waste. It highlights the Reconstriction Finance Corporation loans and criticizes higher freight rates. The piece envisions integrated rail and other transport modes to boost commerce and preserve workers' living standards.
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Pacific
Canada
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Interstate Commerce Commission
Transporta
Shocking talk by ex governor LaPollette in London
Former Wisconsin governor Philip LaPollette speaks at a London luncheon and shocks British listeners by saying the Middle West ignores Hands Across the Sea as a substitute for paying war debts. The tale recalls Monty Ward Beecher during a Liverpool talk on the North, with his quip on how long a civil conflict might last.
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Philip LaPollette
Wisconsin
London
Henry Ward Revcher
Lifellette
Listen World Kindness Pays, Elsie Robinson Says
A essay argues kindness pays not for others but for the giver. The author recalls times of generosity met with ingratitude, then describes how choosing kindness boosts self respect and life meaning, despite lack of thanks or social reward.
Self-made Woman Claim in Two-Year Marriage Claim
Stars and Stripes notes Tim says he has known his wife only two years since their marriage. The article contrasts the idea of a self-made woman with the notion that one who never had a husband Jesson fits the concept.
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Rex Beach
Bob Davis
Munsey’s
William Johnston
Idea
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Isaac Marcos~ Son
Charlie Somerville
Park Row
Tim
Whfe
Dudge Jesson
And I Remember When
W J Knox recalls old public school attendance records found at city hall. He notes 1886 state report listing 8060 total pupils with 1093 whites and 1627 negros, superintendent J Smith. He mentions his sisters Annie and Carrie Knox as eighth graders at Main Avenue School, describing campus layout and attendance offices.
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Annie
Carrle Knox
Main Avenue
Marry Go Round by Helen Rowland
A reflective essay on female friendship from two ex loves of a Don Juan, detailing how seemingly loyal women can betray, with cautions about jealous rivals and the dangers of sympathy toward enemies. It warns to favor younger, prettier friends and to guard favors to prevent ingratitude and harm.
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Thymus Gland By Royal 5. Copeland MD
The thymus gland is a mysterious small organ near the Adam’s apple that shrinks with age. It may enlarge in status lymphaticus, rare but dangerous, causing breathing difficulty and convulsions in childhood. X ray treatments show promise for management and recovery.
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Copeland, M. D
Aize
Roark Ky
Ine
Moving to Hus town invites for cards and etiquette
A reader guides Mary de Peyster through drafting formal invitations for a first gathering at her new home. Advice covers wording, signatures, timing, and presentation, plus tips on letter paper and avoiding abbreviations. It also includes sample phrasing and notes on formal names.
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Hus
Mary Smith
Robert Smith
Ant
Mrs. Gregory
Mr. Gregory
10 and 20 Years Ago From The San Antonio Light
A compact review of old items from February 7, 1923 notes Sheriff Tobin may run for mayor, Davenport bill creating Ninety fourth District Court for Bexar County advances, Rudola Valentino fashion display referenced, and local bond elections and civic notices. It captures brief mentions of theater, legal changes, and city events tied to San Antonio’s past.
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