Prosperity and superstition in an era of mass media
The piece notes rising interest in numerology and fortune telling as prosperity grows, with newspapers shaping sensational seer culture. It cites radio fueling demand for the unknowable, describes a shift from witchcraft flames to potions, and mentions prominent writers and the era’s “leg underworld” relying on telephones for scoops.
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West
Acalyde
Columbus Circle
Wall Street
Conyour
Buchabracadabra
Uni
Sonteonn
Dpayier
Qu Thre
Elbowa
Mra. Vanastor
True Leadership and The Important Power Issue
The piece argues the power issue as central to national policy, praising leadership that makes complex natural resource concerns clear to the public. It critiques ex governor Smith's view as underestimating public understanding and endorses a statesman who exposes corporate misdirection and unites people to control resources.
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Smith
Democratic National Committee
Owen D. Young
Utilities World
Roosevelt
Mr. Smith
American Travel Trade Pressures Mexico and San Antonio
American travelers hold great interest in when Mexico will get its share of U S tourist travel. U S residents spend about five billion dollars yearly abroad with Canada attracting 325 million last year. Increasing Latin American travel could raise San Antonio and the Southwest’s stake, urging proactive steps to preserve their early Latin trade lead.
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San Antonio
Mexico
United States
Republic
Rio Grande
Machine Age Courage Wilkins Plans Daring Submarine Trip
Sir Hubert Wilkins prepares for a bold submarine expedition to the Nurdy Mole with about 1200 volunteers eager to join the perilous venture. The piece contrasts pioneer independence with modern reliance on teamwork and skilled support for dangerous journeys.
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Hubert Wilkins
Nurdy Mole
Boul
Listen World One-Track Mind by Elsie Robinson
Fragmented OCR text presents a long essay on single mindedness and its dangers. It discusses focus, persistence, and consequences of a one idea mindset with moral reflections and quotes attributed to Elsie Robinson. The piece appears from 1991 under King Peabure Ayn Inc. and uses archaic rhetorical style.
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Barther
Chaz
Troneraus
Strang
Elmin
Wien
Aginet i
Orton & Foe
Ita Arickn
Woman voters pledge to end prohibition in Norton speech
The article reports Hon Mary Norton of New Jersey addressing a Democratic conference in Washington. Norton argues women will be pivotal in winning the 1929 election, saying prohibition harmed children and morality, and that women will push for ending prohibition after seeing its failures. Norton condemns male indecision, praising women for direct action.
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Mary Tt. Norton
Con
New Jersy
Washington
M Ston
Norton
Wamien Oduk
Ringworm by R S Copeland In 1941 Newspaper Feature
An instructional feature explains ringworm causes by a dermatophyte fungus, its spread through pets and shared spaces, visible ring shaped patches on skin, possible nail involvement, and common treatments including ointments and mercury compounds. Emphasizes prevention, foot protection, and family hygiene to curb contagion.
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United States
Agaio
Advine
Foeter Tas
We Open Buffalo Evening News Premiere of Tha Doorway to Ife
The paper reports the Friday opening of Tha Doorway to Ife at Spike Ahea's Vandals opera Anwar with plans to chrome the road on Chippewa Street and walk up Main Street.
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Ife
Spike Ahea
Anwar
Crome
Chippewa Street
Main Street
Buffalo Evening News
Marry Go Round by Helen Rowland in 1931 satire
A fragmented discussion of marriage, infidelity, and gender roles critiques through mock front-page framing. It notes men’s wanderlust versus women’s diminishing romance, mentions sleepwear fashion, emotional strains, and the idea of a modern Mephisto plucking youth from aging partners.
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Helen Rowland
Mountainside Resort Ad Sparks Debate on Gorge Description
A fragmented note from Stars and Stripes discusses a mountain resort promotion promising a "wonderful gorge" and sparks questions about whether the term refers to a scenic feature or a menu. It notes a salesman’s effort to persuade a farmer during a downturn and hints at broader curiosity about science and freedom to explore ideas.
Coolidge Discusses Attitude on Blockade
Letter to The Light from Carvin Goodge discusses Coolidge stance on blockades and embargoes. Argues that blockade is warlike, rights of trade should not be abridged, and United States should avoid engaging in coercive measures by reserving action for Congress.
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Coolidge
Europe
The
Light
League of Nationa
Congress
San’ Antonio
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