Illiteracy in the United States A Census report review
The article summarizes Census Director North and Commerce data on illiteracy trends in the United States. It covers rates by age, race, and region, noting declines since 1890, regional disparities, and higher illiteracy in the south and among older cohorts. It compares U.S. literacy with European figures and discusses urban versus rural differences.
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Novik
Department of Later
Commerce
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Whitden
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United States
Sweden
Norway
Denmark
Finland
Swateerland
Scotland
Netherlands
England
USA
Acebraska
Iowa
Oregon
Ohio
Kansas
Indiana
Massachusetts
Connecticut
Nebraska
Washington
District of Columbia
Titth
Alissachusetts
Marsachusetts
Jane
Mississippi River
Utah
Wereming
Montane
Aned Grego
New Jersey
Rocky Mountain
Mutlan
Iltersia
Miles
Walewater
Elffes
Nesrnes
Altles
Literacy gaps and beliefs in early 1900s illiteracy data
The article analyzes illiteracy rates among native white children and foreign born populations, noting higher literacy among natives. It discusses measurement issues, survey accuracy, and potential underreporting, with digressions on proverbs and anecdotes about literacy and societal attitudes.
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Uney
Ossen
Railroads Promote Major Event With Literature Mailout
Advertisers across the railroads announce a large promotional event next month. Southern Pacific reports sending out over one ton of literature to boost interest, while Pestango Vehich yer faces a $2000 issue tied to the surrounding campaign.
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Southern Pacific
Texans Rally Northward to San Antonio Convention
100000 flyers will be distributed by Sunset and other Texas lines for the Northern Settlers convention in San Antonio on April 20 and 24. About 200000 names will be listed on road brochures, aiming to lure northern homeseekers to Texas with claims of favorable climate and opportunities. The drive includes joint advertising across lines, literature shipments to the north, and arranging home visits by road representatives to recruit settlers.
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San Antonio
Texas
Vlund
Sme
Galveston
Samsut
Wii
Bunsel
Texas Fm
Mets
Steand
Phlo
Texia Soll
Business Men's Ciiti
Ciy
Pacife
Aneh
Benead
Pex
Alko
Texas Wind
Furmer
Thix Mart
Ure
Nyway
Toxag
Inesse
Northern Settlers Convention Bulletin in German Translation
Translation project for the Northern Settlers Convention Bulletin into German aims for distribution in Germany. A qv proposal of the Song of Hermann seeks to take the bulletin over and deliver personally during the forthcoming execution to Germany. The plan envisions German interest and language adaptation to promote trade and political aims. Special to The Light. Hosta Mareh 24.
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Medaim
Germany
Hermann
Lang
Ehean
Hosta
Agent FM
Lutebe
Darky
MLE TV
Railroad earnings for seven months rise in Texas report
Austin dispatch shows Texas railroad commission releasing seven month figures ending January. Freight earnings rose to 31,127,188 from 33,085,604 a gain of 2,103,486 or 6.72 percent. Gross earnings climbed to 14,778,038 from 47,426,17. operating expenses increased 2,852,110 or 9.4 percent. Income from operation gained about 229,191 to 2.60 percent, with total operating income up near 400,000 versus the prior year.
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Austin
Tex
Marcel
Yalroad Commission
Fexas
Tous
Tncome
Three brakemen sought for long freight trains
Three brakemen wanted on long freight trains. Special to the Legg Hanaton from Wallon Poteetot of San Antonio, Texas, representing organized labor at the legislature. The notice says the next regular session will consider a provision requiring a minimum number of brakemen on freight trains with many cars.
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Léghh Hanaton
Maren
Wallon Poteetot
San Antonio
Organized Labor of Texas
Trainmen back plan to signal from rear on long freights
A proposal supported by the Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen aims to allow signaling from the rear of long trains, reducing reliance on brakemen. It notes three men are needed to haul brakes on long trains and argues the measure is due for approval during the legislative process.
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My. Pelpet
Houston to Add Two More National Banks
Houston, Tex, March 24 reports the city will have eight solid national banks. One bank will be backed by Captain Ta Kennedy of the Houston Sabine and Rodiver railroad and capitalized at 150,000 dollars. The Lingala Trust Company plans to found another bank with Jonathan Bayon as a leading officer.
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Houston
Tex
Ta. Kennedy
Houston Sabine and Rodiver Railroad
Lingala Trust Company
Donathan Bayonet Houston
Southern Produce and Fruit Company Chartered
Spec Corrie Lig Austn Pex Mavely 24 chartered today Southern Produce and Pratt company of San Intontay capital stock 20000 incorporated by S. T Desel B. F. Bootleh er and Pred Autrey.
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Spec Corrie
Mavely
Southern Produce and Pratt Company of
San
Intontay Capital Stork
S. T Desel
BF. A. Bootleher
Pred Autrey
Charcoal Lozenges Said To Benefit Health And Breath
A Victorian era advertisement touts Stuart's Charcoal Lozenges as a safe, effective remedy. It claims charcoal absorbs poisons, improves digestion, whitens teeth, freshens breath after meals or onions, and enhances overall health with regular use. Endorsed by a physician, the lozenges cost twenty five cents a box and come in honey mixed forms.
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Calliardic
Hla
Stuart
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