Left handed life in ancient and modern times
The article defends left handedness, citing ancient rulers and modern stars who used the left hand. It explains mirror writing, ambidexterity, and brain symmetry, arguing that left handedness is not queer but a natural variation. It traces origins to cave days and evolution of right handed dominance.
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Lady Luck
Alexander the Great
Charlemagne
Port-Wheelers
Willie Sherdel
St. Louis Cardinals
Herb Pennock
Babe Ruth
Swat
Tube” Waddell
Willie Cozens
London
Eng
Willie
Snezoc Mailliw
Robert Kingman
Brooklyn
Kingman
Doduringman
Why I Love America Scout Toast
A fragment expresses pride in American homes and the values of boy scouts. It praises bravery, unselfishness, and the willingness to sacrifice for loved ones, reflecting a patriotic sentiment.
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America
Belvin Maynard Admirers in Boys' Life
In the juvenile feature cited, Lieut Belvin W Maynard is referenced alongside families described as equally happy, illustrating a light community note within the Boys' Life publication.
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Lieut. Belvin. W. Maynards
Don’t Ask for Perfection in Family Roles
An editorial argues against impossible family ideals and urges honest discussion of faults. It warns that demanding perfection trains children to accept lies and undermines healthy dynamics. The piece stresses humility and open acknowledgment within households.
Delineator essay on virtue and self honesty
Narrator cites Winthrop D. Lane quoting Delineator Magazine to contrast fathers guarding perfection with mothers who display false pride. The piece argues facing personal defects honestly is preferable to hypocrisy.
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Winthrop D. Lane
Delineator Magazine
Troublesome weed hawkweed invades grasslands
The hawkweed introduced from Europe into Canada and the New England states has become one of the most troublesome weeds in grasslands.
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Europe
Canada
New England States
Gov Paulen blocks Kansas road session conditions brink collapse
Kansas Governor Paulen refused to call an extra legislative session to pass road funding reforms. He set drastic conditions including personal pledges from lawmakers, strict spending rules on new taxes, and exclusive highway use by the state. Supporters fear no session will occur before the next legislature is elected. In Lindsborg Defenders of the Christian Faith plan to push evolution education limits in upcoming Kansas policy work. A Kansas committee will study state textbook usage under tax-supported schools with a Peabody native chair and Tabor College professor leading. In Topeka Henry Walden seeks attorney general approval for safe passage of whisky from Arkansas into Colorado across Kansas, enclosing a return envelope.
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Topeka
Paulen
State Highway Commission
Kansas
Lindsborg
A. R. Kent
Peabody
Kas
A. J. Janzen
Tabor College
Hillsboro
Women’s
Henry Walden
Hot Springs
Ark
Missouri
Colorado
William A. Smith
Walden
Emporia bans dances outside without township permit
Emporia Kansas city officials say first couple on the floor will be arrested under a new state rule that bars dances outside the city limits without township authorization. Township trustees refuse to issue permits, deeming public dances an evil.
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Emporia
Soden’s Grove
Kansas
Miss Cornelia Thomas in Ottawa Ailing by Toothache
In Ottawa Miss Cornelia Thomas aged 23 is described as deranged by an intense toothache while visiting her parents. Local doctors assess her condition and assess care steps.
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Ottawa
Cornelia Thomas
The Kitchen Cabinet. 1927 Wisdom Verses.
A brief fragment from the Western Newspaper Union 1927 collection presents a verse by John Oxenham on wealth and happiness. It contrasts riches and poverty while affirming true riches lie in happiness and virtue.
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John Oxenham
Simple Home Dishes From Everyday Foods Guide
A collection of quick kitchen ideas includes almond omelet variations with ham and nuts, fig and gelatin desserts, oriental cream with whipped cream, fruit sponge drops, and sweet potato cones. Also covered are baked hash loaf, shrimp and sweet peppers, cheese pie, and a simple cabbage salad with cream dressing.
The Vast Role of Wood in American Life
The article notes over 80 million Americans live in wooden dwellings and more than 40 percent of industries rely on wood. It lists timber, lumber, pulp, paper, wood chemicals, naval stores, rayon, and wood flour as key forest products shaping society and economy. It underlines the beauty and value of growing wood.
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United States
Why is a speech like a wheel
A witty line compares rhetoric to a wheel where the spoke length mirrors tire strength. The quip uses metaphor to suggest that longer ideas build broader influence.
When Daughter Reaches Eighteen Etiquette Turns Modern
The fragment notes a daughter at eighteen starts updating family etiquette while an early swimmer experiences cramps in a separate reference. The text links shifts in social behavior to youth and sports as two separate ideas.
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Manhattan
Bluemont Hill
Manhattan Kiwanis Club
United States Bureau of Aviation
Wichita
Agnes Wilcox
Abilene
Midwest Mills Company
Coffeyville
Independent Torpedo Company
Jefferson
Here
Western Newspaper Union
Elle
Babies
Mars
Winslow's Syrup
Garfield
White Cloud
Kans
Dr. Pierce
A. D. Smith
G. G. Green, Inc
Woodbury, N. J
Hall & Rashe
New York City
Drvagists
Moneoney
Mvea, TB Fly
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