Weight Watchers On Broadway Celebrities Shrinkage Fad
New York gossip notes Paul Whiteman and Fannie Hurst are both slimming noticeably. Hurst reportedly plans to reveal more on magazine, while Whiteman trims down after early diet attempts. The column recounts playful anecdotes from dinners and vaudeville lore, including jokes about temper and mercy.
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New York
Paul Whiteman
Fannie Hurst
Whiteman
Boulevard Des Capucines
Miss Hurst
8 Magazine
Faul
Margaret Liv- Jurgetor
Paul
Misa Hurat
Our First President: Washington Still First, Not Hanson
A new book argues George Washington was not the first president and that John Hanson of Maryland held that role. The piece dismisses the claim, noting the Articles of Confederation show the president as a presiding officer, with no executive authority, and cites prior and later presidents titled similarly. Washington remains the first president in national history.
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George Washington
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Washington
John Hanson
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Martyrs to Duty Prohibition Letters Reveal Drink Permits
A congressional testimony by Director Woodcock shows since September 16 he issued 681 letters authorizing agents to drink. Illinois led with 330 permits, followed by New York 95, Virginia 41, Pennsylvania 38, and West Virginia 34. The piece notes Chicago appears wetter than New York and mocks the alibi of drinking in line of duty.
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Prohibition
Woodcock
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Virginia
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West Virginia
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Hut
France’s Vast Gold Reserves Stagger Critics Abroad
In a world of widespread debt, France stands out with a historic gold reserve above 72 billion francs, sparking debate among Americans who supported wartime loans. France’s wealth is contrasted with U S debt write offs, as Paris argues repayment delays stem from postwar German claims rather than poverty.
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France
Germany
Gazette to Fold After Financial Woes and Shift in Taste
The Police Gazette and other era magazines face closure as finances falter. Once a thrill for the Mauve Decade, its pink pages graced saloons and barber shops, adorning walls in a now quaint wicked charm. Once risqué, it faded as female readers grew.
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Police Gazette
Gazette
Anthony Comstock
Simple System Tipster in Mail Fraud Case
A New York race track tipster faces charges of using the mails to defraud. He allegedly tipped every horse to different groups, charging three dollars for each tip, ensuring one horse would win and collect from the backers. The piece warns against chasing quick riches from dubious horse racing tips.
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New York
Intelligence Standards for Children by Royal 5 Copeland
A historical outline detailing physical, mental, and emotional development for an eight year old child. It specifies height and weight norms, body health checks, and tests for cognitive abilities, date recognition, and basic counting, with cautions on discipline and parental interactions.
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Hejakl
Garner Dems Rally For John Garner Campaign Push
A chaotic Melange of remarks traces party zeal as supporters praise John Garner for president, recount past campaigns and mock rivals. The piece blends political nostalgia with humorous asides on real estate, roosters and Oregon eggs, reflecting local torchbearer rhetoric and era quirks.
Real estate man Hero Mount Vernon Builder of Alexandria Life
Washington real estate operator Harry Williams recalls George Washington as a landowner with offices in Alexandria Virginia He notes Mount Vernon near six miles out and the towns he built while conducting business He questions biographers and reflects on Washingtons impact on the capital's location and land value Pauline offers cautious remarks about present real estate figures.
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Government in Tonso rlailem sparks debate on taxes and education
The column mocks high tax proposals and the say of government action. It notes the public expects more money for education than educators provide and includes a witty remark by a maiden about marriage. The piece uses satirical language to question fiscal policy and leadership.
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Frederick Stether
Schulenberg Prederick
Oregon
Teed
Dane
Spock
Traits
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Marry Go Round by Helen Rowland
Column by Helen Rowland discusses male vanity and romantic games. It compares courting norms with satire on how men react to love and how women influence relationships. The piece touches on hats, beauty routines, and social expectations.
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Helen Rowland
Listen, By Elsie, Listen, By Elsie on married women workers
A debate unfolds on married women in the workforce as Marta and Ruth discuss the impact on single women and widows with children. They challenge the idea that only married women should work, arguing many couples would not marry without women contributing financially.
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Marta
Ite
Fine
Sear
Mias Rohlison
World! NSON marriage and poverty claims analyzed
Marta argues that low wages force women to work and that delaying marriage leads to affairs. She challenges anti working wife rhetoric, contends poverty harms happy marriages, and defends working women as natural and inevitable in love and desire for partnership.
Reservoir plan to flood 33000 acres in Uvalde County
February 23 1922 report notes a proposed dam on the Frio river near Sabinal creating a shut in formed by two rock precipices about 59 feet high. An irrigation district may be organized to develop the land under the plan. A cold wave forecast calls for 27 to 32 degrees.
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Sabinal
Frio
Conkey
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