Sinclair Lewis and the Bad Boy Reputation Explored
The profile recalls Sinclair Lewis, Nobel laureate, as a controversial figure whose novels like Babbitt provoked praise and criticism. It traces his Yale days, early journalism, and shifting career path leading to fame with Arrowsmith and other works, noting his complex public persona.
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Richard Maslock
New York
Sindate Lewis
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Hom
Tewle
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Adiures
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Doro
Dora
New Haven
Waterloo
Tota
Courier
Collin
Sal
Crombin
Yaris
Pitornis
Stephen Figred Ever
Beolea
Leriseun
Turer Lewin
California
Oil & Noiseo Bulletin
Arsomb Vrera
Volts Hevinn
Mapazine
Geal
Buell
Associated Press
Lin Vo
Lewis
Yale
Aiicon Gall
Lipton Kinelalz
Torre de Rilesed
Emma Gollan
Bedrom
Mashallen
Azine
Arrowsmith
Weather Fragment Teases Tourists With Clearing Skies
Sparse readable text notes flying conditions and tourist weather tips across regions and stations. It mentions Texas, Louisiana, and Cajun areas with references to clear periods and general guidance for travelers. The fragment hints at wind, rain chances, and seasonal climate notes amid otherwise garbled OCR.
Lawyer Held On Bond Probe In New York Case
New York lawyer P Pergergu, 41, held on $16 000 bond as police probe an $81 million robbery at the Lincoln National Bank of Lijieeth Nebraska on September 17. He was arrested at the Harvard Club after attempting to sell bonds through Jepson Tremaine and Company brokers where he kept desk space.
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New York
Noy BaFrant
P. Pergergu
Co Ate
Torney
Pellce
Liowla National Bank of
Lijieeth
Nebr
Vergueou
Harvard Club
Jeps
Hawthorne School Dramatics Club Rehearsals For Play
Hawthorne junior school dramatics club holds rehearsals for The Sis Who Pass White the Tertils. Officers include James Jacobson as president and Charlotte King as secretary, with Virginia McGown chairing programs. Sponsors K Mins Josee Garrett lead the group with student participants Mary O Stancifer and Slies Theluon Gardner.
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Frekie
Canrlotte King
Virginia McGown
Weoneth Frost
Arne
Metsith
Oat
Ani Tatriecia Jacobson
Bost
47 Million Spent on Texas Highways
A state highway report by Gibb Gilchrist shows the Texas highway department spent 47 million dollars during the fiscal year ending August 31. Total receipts were 414,000 and expenditures were reduced to 4,568,098 on August 21, 1980.
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Texas
Dunlen
BUPA
Texans Highway Department
Gibb Gilchrist
Stote
Wes Ein
Jjas SY. Weing
DO X Delayed One Light To Britain
Stormy weather over the English Channel forced postponement of the German airship Graf Zeppelin flight to England. Forty people gathered on the landing stage in hope of the flight, but unfavorable weather reports made take-off impossible. The plan will be resumed when conditions improve, with a likely Monday departure. Commander Frederic Christiansen said the take-off would probably be delayed until Monday.
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Amsterdam
INS
Lnglich
Rront
Frederet Chrietiansen
Myondas
Democrats 10 Help Hoover Campaign Reported Strong
The article notes optimistic remarks from the employment director and the general response aiding a community chest drive. It cites that this year’s campaigns have raised about 6.2 just more than a year ago, implying solid fundraising progress and public support.
Democrats Pledge Support to Hoover After Deadlocked Election
Seven Democratic leaders and party executives pledge to avoid obstruction and cooperatively steer legislation in the new 72nd Congress. They vow no obstructive behavior, no blocking of essential appropriations, and to work with the opposite party on measures benefiting the country. Hoover responded with a brief call to focus on measures for economic recovery.
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Wadiuiagiun
Adeas
Festilly
Brown
Iust
House
Stenle
Hoover
Hoover Taa
Jammer M. Cox
John W. Davis
Alfred E. Smith
Ita
Hocse
Fire devastates San Marcos department store strike
A blaze ripped through the Jacob Schmidt department store in San Marcos last night causing about 20 000 in damages. The fire started in smoldering clothing and a balcony as 17 year old Eddie Serur suffered hand burns while aiding firefighters.
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San Marcos
Jacob, Schmidt Department
Fqidre
Laula
Edward Pecenka
Eddie Serur
Berlin Paper to Reward Skillful Drivers of Cars
Berlin dispatch reports a local newspaper will honor motorists praised by police for careful driving. The program aims to improve understanding between automobilists and pedestrians and reward prudent behavior on streets.
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Berlin
Berdix, Nav
Bs the
Police
Rainfall Extends From Mexico City To Border Areas
Lateva Nov 5 reports that rainfall in north eastern Mexico has been good across a wide area from the Mexican capital toward the Mexico border. Observers note measurable rain in several locations with light accumulations near the Texas border and surrounding regions.
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Moxico
Reina
Mic
Mexico
Tra
Teras
Storm claims 100 on Penal Island in Saigon
A tornado devastates Penal Island in Saigon causing widespread damage and unspecified property losses. Officials report numerous injuries and a high casualty count remains unconfirmed while weather agencies assess the storm’s reach and intensity.
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Penal Island
Saigon
Wraveh Todo Colon
Morehan
Pyle Conor
Hese
Rum Vessel Amyra Passes Ensenada Port for U8 Route
The rampreighter Amyra completed its transit today and is headed for Ensenesta near the U8 border with 20,350 cases of Neor aboard. Ensenada lies three miles from the United States border.
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Tananma City
Ensenesta
Lower
California
Ensenada Fa
United Bintes
Germany moves to limit conscription by treaty pledges
The report notes Germany pledging steps toward limiting the number of conscripts and their service length under the Verneilles treaty framework. Recounts are demanded in several close races where Republican majorities rest, with potential seat shifts from Democratic or Farmer-Labor gains. Political maneuvering spans Minnesota, Iowa, and western states as Senate prospects shift before December 1 congressional session.
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Germany
Farmer-Labor
Boure
Tenubileana Algo
Ganate
Mrookhart
Memubilian
Towa
Senate
Shipstead
Minnesota
Farmer-Tabor
Chamber
Bean Led Retreat to Banks of Wolan Creek or the Trinity River
The report details Bean leading a retreat to the banks of Wolan Creek or the Trinity River. It notes the location and possible surrounding landmarks, with emphasis on the character and actions of Bean during the retreat. The article preserves local tone and mentions regional geography.
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Bean
Wolan Creek
Trinity River
Radio Station Schedule Fragment From KTSA and Affiliates
A fragmented listing shows KTSA 1280 and sister stations detailing evening to late night programs across kilocycle frequencies. Entries include literary, concert orchestra, popular music, dance programs, and talks with times from 4:30 p m to 10:00 p m and similar schedules for WOAI NBC and other stations.
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KTSA
Kitocycles
Olliels
Literary Digest
CBS
Cecil and
Sully
ai—Louie
Busgey Fise
Jeen Galdkette
Concert Orchestra
Nat Brosttott
Tide ‘Ener
Ehestra
Btudio
Hikv Jr. We
Chevrolet Chronicler
H. J. Meng
President Hoover
N. OB
General Electric
NBC
Amos
Andy
NWA
Gunter Orchestra
World Bookman
Hono
Merxi
KMAC
TAS Po
Dean Goldkelle
Crosley Hetrloteees
Wual
An. Eisst
Preebsterion
Church
Mee
Parke Cadman
LOUDSPEAKER column previews radio and film acts
Louis Reid surveys comic talent and radio stars facing a shift to talkies. Amos n Andy and other personalities loom over Hollywoods future while producers weigh how television and public opinion will shape new facial and vocal stars.
Alaska Democrat Extends Lead in Congressional Delegation Race
Alaska Democrat George Grigaor widened his lead by 90 votes over Republican James Wickerstam as seven more precincts were counted. Grigaor holds a commanding margin for the delegate seat, with early returns showing continued Democratic gains statewide.
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Alaska
Mneau
George Grigaor
James Wickerstam
Congress
Chicago Bishop Reported Weaker in Hospital
Chicago Bishop Sheldon Munnisgrolil of the Episconal Alncese of Chicago remains weak after a hospital stay in Evanston since October 10. Dr. Desighit reports limited strength as the cleric’s condition is described as gradual decline.
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Chicago
Sheldon Munnisgrolil
Flo
Evanston
Desighit
Mark
Kerrville Church Opening Delayed Announcement
Kerrville church plans to open its new building for BL Peters Episcopal Church, Kerrville, on a Sunday in December, but the opening is delayed due to intercessors failing to complete required work.
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Kerrville
BL Peter's Episcopal Church of
Bliss Condition Deteriorates In WASHINGTON Note
Maj Gen T H Bliss, an army chief of staff in World War, has fallen into worsening health after retirement in 1920. Reports from Washington indicate his condition is more serious, with officials noting continued decline as he confronts a dire illness.
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Waxrhington
Fen. Tisker St. Biius
Bari
Strernl Snontitf
Ride debate rumbles as officials weigh chances
In a shifting exchange, officials including Garner and Langworth discuss potential support for a glide ride. The dialogue hints at a public transportation moment, with remarks about approval and rider readiness, reflecting local tensions and a push toward an upcoming decision.
President on Air Saturday broadcast by Hoover
President Herbert Hoover will be the principal speaker on an international radio program heard across Europe North America and Australia at 7 oclock Saturday evening The broadcast is tied to the sixty third anniversary of the H J Heinz Company with Henry Thornton Canadian National Railways Charles Nagel former secretary of commerce and labor and Y W Warlow among those joining Hoover in remarks The White House origin will be broadcast from Ottsbursh and Vicneden Yonson with Asrena Van Garden of the Chicago Givie Opera company performing.
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Herbert Hoover
Europe
North America
Australia
Wig
H. J. Heins Company
Hosver
Hic
Henry ‘Thornton
Ottsbursh
Tincexden
Yonson
Asrena van Garden
Chicago Givie Operas Company
Byo Eelots
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