San Antonio urged to cash in on growth momentum
A group of over 100 business leaders urges San Antonio to call a $5,000,000 special bond election to fund public improvements. They cite strong prosperity, a low friction city government, and a favorable tax climate, arguing delaying would hinder growth and waste momentum. Projected allocations include bridges, paving, sewers, parks, libraries, and street work.
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TYSON FITZGERALD BILL Aims for Army Officer Equality
House and Senate leaders block a vote on the Tyson Fitzgerald Bill to grant 1800 disabled emergency army officers equal retirement pay with regular officers. The measure, costing about 1.19 million dollars annually, would end a long standing discriminatory practice, aligning army officers with navy and marine retirees. Senate Steering and House Rules cite economy, but critics urge honoring veterans rather than economizing on those who served.
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Queen's Counsel By Marie on Mania and Moderation
A 1925 essay discusses hobbies pushed into manias, warning that persecution and religious obsessions can impair mental balance. It argues restraint, noting harmless quirks when kept in check, and urges keeping passions servants not masters to avoid tormenting others.
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Famous Fea
Ad-Led Gospel Calls and Local Notices in Cresop County
Fragmentary classifieds announce gospel preaching and picture shows with contact lines for LW Bridges and a Cresop County Times Leader listing. Names appear as scattered fragments including box numbers and a Wind bite location, with references to local stores like Tindel's Grocery.
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Apong
Tindel’s Grocery Stere
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Cresop County
Typhoid Carriers Menace By Royal Society Of Copeland
A Blaine dispatch reports a germ carrier sought at the university after multiple typhoid cases erupt in a fraternity house. Health authorities investigate an unexplained outbreak and pursue the carrier theory amid epidemic concern.
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Mt. Dysiant
Blaine
University
Thrills and Scientific Research by Dr Frank Crane
A fragment discusses a University of Illinois chemist discovering a fifth element, blending science drama with notes on how true thrill comes from the unknown. It shifts to typhoid fever, oysters, milk contamination, and the danger of carriers like "Typhoid Mary," stressing strict public health measures and repeated testing to ensure safety.
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Frank Crane
McClur
Semapaper Syndica
University of Illinois
Their First Jobs by Philip Nowlan
A 1926 King Features piece reflects on how youths rise from first jobs to leadership. It traces a Minneapolis Northwestern National Bank messenger who advances through clerical work to cashier, then rises to vice president, president, and later leadership roles at several firms. The tale emphasizes ambition and steady career progression.
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Minneapolis
Itto
Austin
Minesota
Eirainor
Twinity Rapid Transit Company
Northwestern National Life
Comnane
Laphead Sisters Color Aura Claim Sparks Fashion Talk
Molly Gladys of Laphead Sisters says her new purple sweater matches her aura in a playful chat. Corelia T notes Gladys has long been seen as bold, with a wink to personality and style.
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Acrobatic Dancer Girl in London Attracts Criticism
A London girl’s unusual act as an acrobatic dancer draws ethical questions about bodily harm and entertainment. Critics warn that the child’s twisting performances may harm her long term health and note the fleeting applause may fade with age.
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