Memoirs of an Elevator Fiend and Other Fragments
A fragmented diary style piece from a speaker watching a window cleaner on an upper floor. The narrator muses on distraction, writing, and memory, recalling figures like Charles Evans Hughes and Mistinguett, and capping with reflections on balance between obsession and sanity in a chaotic, venting voice.
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New York
Suminaoy
Yehudi Menhuin
Eppls
Charlie
Eiffel Tower
Mistinguett
Pisce
Coperick
McNaught &Pidleste, Inc
Canadian Opinion on United States Problems
A Canadian editorial criticizes U S policy under President Hoover, arguing the United States should boost production and consumption rather than cut wages and spending. It highlights unemployment, falling purchasing power, and the need for monetary expansion, contrasting U S and Canadian perspectives on the Great Depression.
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United States
Tancouver Sun
Afay
India
Tidia
Washington
Hoover
Congress
Republic
North America
Americk
Standardized political speeches threaten originality
The piece mocks uniform oratory in Congress with La Guardia and Buchanan cited, noting repeated phrases and a Warrick Henry style. It cites Woodrum proposing a clearinghouse for timely prewritten speeches or serial rights, and laments candidates' reliance on standardized lines over personal delivery.
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Congersyman la Guardia
Buchanan
Warrick Henry
Cassius
Roosevelt
al Smith
Woodrum
Virginia
Listen World pamphlet inspired by Davidic faith and art
Elided text portrays King David reflecting on life’s meaning amid palace splendor and desert desolation. A spiritual monologue blends biblical imagery with personal doubt, hope, and scenes of ancient culture, ending with faith in God's preservation.
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Israel
David
Jared
Paul
Hitiance
Marry Go Round by Helen Rowland
A witty essay on marriage warns that novelty fades and couples must bend selfishness to shared life. The piece reflects on the futility of constant romancing and the strain of maintaining a home, suggesting marriage becomes a test of endurance.
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Helen Rowland
13 Year Old Betty Diameson Captures Dallas Golf Title
A 13 year old girl, Betty Diameson, won the Dallas public course championship by defeating Mrs. W T Stanford 2 and 1. The victory comes as she just finished grade school and shows her early golf prowess.
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Dallas
Betty Diameson
W.T. Stazford
Missouri Captures Big Six Baseball Title
Columbia Mo May 21 The University of Missouri won the Big Six conference baseball championship here Friday behind Norman Wager’s masterful two hit pitching as Missouri defeated Town State College 10 to 1.
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Petweep
Missouri
Columbia
University of Missouri
Moon
Norman Wager
Town State College
Reds Cubs Series High Spot In National Race
The Reds and Cubs vie for a top spot in the National League as Chicago tops Brooklyn 8 to 6 and New York improves to fifth. Highlights include Andy Stigh's late heroics, Tonnie Warneke’s two-strike surge, and Via Prister’s late hits for Detroit guiding a 11th inning win. Teams like the Pirates and Yankees also push in tight standings.
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Reds
Cubs
Gayle AL Ty
Cincinnatids
Chien Cubs
Redland Feld
Howley
Hornsby Nave
Loving
Andy Stigh
Chicago
High
Tonnie ‘Warneke
Cuba
Andy
Thad
Amanhing
Josh
Chigapo
Boston Fraves
Phillies
Hick Delis
Moe Mils
Wen Behulmertells
Larry Frénch
Pittshurah Piraten
Gardinala
Paul Waner
Derringer
Carleton
New York Gianta
Vance
Brooklyn
Lefty Gomez
Washington
Yankees
Monte Weaver
Athletics
Rube Walborg
Boston
Wealey Terrell
Cleveland
Indiana
Louis
Detralt
Prisler
Jonathan Grona'a
Haneron Fy
Tina
Ui White Box
Etiquette Questions On Calling Cards And Visits
Dear Miss de Feyster answers questions on engraved cards for married women choosing Miss Smith or Miss Fatriota. Also discusses mother in law hosting a daughter in law reception and whether guests should leave cards, advising married women to use full names and consider manners, with guidance on card etiquette and social expectations.
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Miss de Feyster
Slater
Miss Smith
Thoga
Gettle
Mies de Peyster
Tam
Br Rancheank
Informeria
Misa Smith
Familly
Reception card etiquette and informal wedding attire advice
A letter from Kathryn Depeyster discusses proper reception card etiquette for visitors including leaving cards for hosts, and advises against abbreviating middle names on formal cards. It also offers fashion guidance for an informal home wedding, recommending a tasteful aftonoon ensemble and a dress with coordinated accessories.
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Glover
From the Files of The San Antonio Light May 21 1912
A garbled 1912 San Antonio Light item notes tender openings for a Chicago lengthening project and a mass meeting at Meathoven Hall. Representatives of charitable societies meet to plan a central bid to mobilize yearend efforts.
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The
San Antonio Light
Dayina
Meathoven Nail
Chamber of Commerce
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