Sitting Bull Honored With South Dakota Poetry Contest
In observance of Indian Day, Pasque Petals in South Dakota will host a 40 line Sitting Bull poetry contest funded by C. N. Herried of Aberdeen. The writer defends Sitting Bull as a complex Sioux leader, countering myths with historical detail and noting his enduring fame in American memory.
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Elmo Scott Watson
Sitting Bull
Dakotas
Mr. Herried
Herried
West Point
Custer
the Little Big Horn
Little Big Horn
Seventh Cavalry
Gall
Hunkpapas
Crazy Horse
Two Moons
Red Cloud
Spotted Tail
Brules
Washington
Grant
Mra. Custer
James McLaughlin
Standing Rock
Charles JA. Eastman
Doctor Hastman
Tatanka Yotanka
South Dakota
Tam
Man surpasses birds in long nonstop flights rivals Lindbergh
A report notes factory made wings eclipsing feathered flight with a claimed 3 610 mile nonstop run. It compares Chamberlin and Levine yields and cites Alaska to Bayau and Newfoundland migrations as longer bird routes, highlighting extreme distances in avian travel.
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Lindbergh
Sinstop
Chamberlin
Levine
Aleutian Islands
Bayau
Newfoundland
Transatlantic route extends from Nova Scotia to Leeward Islands
The distance spans 1,700 to 2,200 miles from Nova Scotia along the Leeward Islands and up toward the northeastern coast of South America, outlining a broad maritime corridor.
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Nova Scotia
Leeward Islands
South America
Prisoners Enroll in Rockview Programs via Penn State Courses
About one hundred inmates annually enrolled in courses offered by the Pennsylvania State College engineering extension department at Rockview Penitentiary over the past four years. Ten courses were taught during the year just ended, with final exercises held recently.
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Rockview Penitentiary
Engineering Extension Department of
Pennsylvania State College
School Life: Seventy Students Earn Special Certificates
Seventy classmates received special certificates marking achievement in educational classes. The ceremony highlighted student effort and dedication to learning within the school community.
Driller Reveals Bonus Move to Cap Hole Quickly
In a wartime era anecdote a worker describes a risky sidestep method used during drilling. He explains the company pays a special bonus and his technique involves sticking a leg down the hole to cap it when a strike occurs.
Suit Filed to Block U S 40 Highway in Topeka
A Topeka district court suit seeks to cancel Shawnee county’s lease with Union Pacific over right of way, threatening loss of dozens of state highways. If successful, roads across Jefferson, Douglas, Shawnee, Pottawatomie, Riley, Dickinson and other counties may be abandoned or rerouted. The case, filed by A L act of Rossville, targets the route of U S 40 and its viaduct plans near Wamego, with farmers and Rossville businessmen funding the fight and three lawyers hired.
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Topeka
Shawnee County
Union Pacific Railroad
Jefferson
Douglas
Shawnee
Pottawatomie
Riley
Dickinson
A. L. Act of
Rossville
Wameo
Charles B. Griffith
William A. Smith
State school fund distributed to districts
Topeka reports the semi annual distribution of the state school fund by State Superintendent George Allen. The 6 to 21 age group in each district receives 55 cents, funded by interest on bonds in the permanent school fund, this year totaling 556,436 dollars. The March distribution was 47 cents, totaling 1.02 dollars for the year with 543,571 school age persons reported. last year was 96 cents.
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Topeka
George Allen
State Permanent School Fund
Topeka Names Griffin 4H Assistant Attorney General
Walter T. Griffin of Marysville, a native of Marysville and KU law graduate, is named 4H assistant by Attorney General William A. Smith. He succeeds Ray Calahan who resigned to return to private practice in Garden City after two terms as Marshall County attorney. Griffin has practiced in Marysville for years.
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Sitting Bull
Grand River
S. D
Four Horns
Jumping Badger
Plains
Custer
Topeka
Walter T. Griffin
Marysville
William A. Smith
Ray Calahan
Garden City
Griffin
University of Kansas Law School
Marshall County
Miniature Fashion: Adult Styles Shrunk for Kiddies
The article shows how adult fashions are replicated for children from four to fourteen. It notes sweaters, cardigans, and skirts sized to resemble mother and sister outfits, with matching striped socks and lightweight wool crepe garments. Tiny silk undergarments, coats, and small felt hats complete the scaled down wardrobe.
Choose Stocking Heel That Will Fit Shoe
A shopper wonders about stocking heels matching shoe styles. The article advises square heels for low or sports shoes and cautions that pointed heels clash with opera pumps or simple slippers. It notes dress shoes with intricate straps suit square heels to avoid irregular outlines.
Calving Record Noted In Junction City Cow
A 6 year old short horn cow owned by Will Chamberlin west of Junction City recently birthed triplets marking her fourth calving. She has produced ten calves in four years with counts 1, 2 and 4 in prior calvings. Topska note covers Hutchinson firm American Petroleum chartered with $100 000 capital. Incorporators include John Braden John J McClure C L Price E H Morgan and N B Burge.
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Junction City
Will Chamberlin
Kansas Board Forecast Sees Soft Corn, Poor Maturity
Topeka reports late planted corn in Kansas will have little chance to mature before frost. The state board of agriculture says Kansas may expect a good percentage of soft corn this fall.
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Topeka
Kansas
State Board of Agriculture
Hats and Handbags Displayed in Many Colors in Paris
Hats and matching accessories are shown in Paris to coordinate with ensembles. Felt hats and handbags predominate, with crepe de chine and taffeta options also seen. Bright color choices include green blue and pink across outfits and shoes.
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Paris
Racer Ray O Laughlin Injured in North Central Kansas Race
At the North Central Kansas free fair in Belleville Ray O Laughlin of Hutchinson was struck by another racing car during a race and sustained serious injuries while awaiting the start signal.
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Belleville
Kansas Free Fair
Ray O’laughlin
Hutchinson
Widow gifts land for Lusitania memorial to Boy Scouts
Mrs. Belle Saunders Naish widow of Theodore Naish who died in the Lusitania sinking deeded ninety acres along the north Kaw River bluff in Wyandotte county to the Boy Scouts as a memorial to her husband.
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Belle Saunders Naish
Theodore Naish
Kaw River
Wyandotte County
Boy Scouts
Brushed Angora Strands Used for Embroidery
Weaving an interesting yarn the embroidery of many new lightweight woolen frocks uses brushed angora strands. The deep yoke and upper sleeves are often worked in dull white yarn to simulate lace.
Extremely Flattering Diagonal Lines In Fall Frocks
The article notes fall frock trends including black with white, black with flesh and beige, and lighter shades on colored gowns. It highlights semi sheer crepes and georgette coats with bows, the revival of jumper frocks, box-plaited skirts, collarless necklines, and straight skirts paired with furless coats.
Hoop Skirt Models Debut in Paris Races and Fashion Show
In Paris at Auteuil and a Philippe and Gaston display, hoop skirts and robe de style gain favor as slender silhouettes evolve. Models wear taffeta and chiffon full skirts with straight fitted bodices and low waistlines, while critics note a push to reinstate hips.
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Paris
Auteuil
Philippe and Gaston
Sweaters Sleeveless Jackets and Jumpers Highlight Fall Wear
The article highlights popular fall dress items including sweaters sleeveless jackets and jumpers. The cardigan features a striped front with a plain back while the sleeveless jacket blends duvetyn and leather suitable for autumn. The woolen sweater shows a plain body with a multicolor roll collar.
Navy Blue and Black Checks Highlight Paris Summer Styles
In Paris late summer fashions feature checks in black and white and navy blue silk, with small check silks shown by Molyneux among sponsors. Simple dresses are paired with matching short coats, while polka dot themes appear for the season and coordinated black and white hats complete the ensembles.
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Paris
Molyneux
Curved Oxford Ties Introduce New Kid Style
The article describes new kid Oxford shoes with a curved front seam tapering toward the arch. Two eyelet style features a low upper edge and a slender high heel, aiming to add daintiness and grace to the footwear.
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Oxford
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