Yankee Doodle Tune Origin Tied to Lydia Fishers Jig
A discussion tracing Yankee Doodle to earlier tunes connects to Lydia Fisher's jig. The 1755 regiment of colonial soldiers inspired the song as surgeon Richard Shuckbury adapted Fisher’s jig to its tune, the term macaroni used to mock elegance, and Thomas Fitch led troops.
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Lydia
Lydia Fisher
Richard Shuckbury
Ieee
Fisher
Thomas Fitch
Connecticut
Lydia Fishers
Charles Second
City Council Orders Immediate Cleanup of Refuse
The council warned that all dirt and refuse must be removed promptly. failure could result in city action to clear sites at the owners expense. Officials emphasized enforcement and compliance to maintain public safety and sanitation.
Governor Hart Defends Civil Code and Direct Primary
The governor argues the Civil Code could cut state government costs but warns power concentrated in one man could erode public morale. He condemns the direct primary though critics dispute his stance. The piece urges legislature to study the plan carefully and resist a shift back to conventions. The November vote sparks charged debate.
Three Men In Peril And Moral Tests In The Open
The piece examines Lieuts Kloor Hinton and Farrell in a harrowing three man ordeal in Arctic conditions. It analyzes dynamics of three companions, potential conflicts, and how isolation reveals character while noting Kloor’s conduct and the alleged disagreements between Hinton and Farrell. It also touches on broader themes of rugged life and human temperament in extreme environments.
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America
Lieuts
Kloor
Hinton
Farrell
City transit reform letters urge fare cut and routing changes
Readers propose cutting fares to 25 cents, eliminating transfers, and rerouting streetcars to speed service. They call for shuttle cars on Sixth Ave and Ballard routes, urging no free rides for city employees and arguing workers should pay fares to boost revenue.
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The
Star
Ponte Pallard
N. W
Leary Ave
Fremont
Fremont Bridge
Sixth Ave
Malard 28Th
Ballard N
Nickerson Et
Hth
Phinney Ave
Green Lake
Ballard 28Th
Wallingford
Meridian
Seattle
Virginia
Kinnear
Firet W
Mercer
Choten
U. S
D. W. Henderson
Etmicten
Allen CG Spencer
Deflation Critique Urges Liberal Credit Policy and Exports
W G Wadoo argues deflation has gone too far and calls for a more liberal credit policy including lower reserve bank rates and easier loans for farmers and businesses. He urges boosting exports, preventing speculation, and using credit to aid the general interest while supporting primary producers. He cites European credit constraints and a League of Nations move to consolidate credits as a potential path for American finance to assist recovery.
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League of Nations
Geneva
International Commission
We Finance Corporation
Pennsylvania Workmen Involved in 427 Labor Disputes
Pennsylvania workers were involved in 427 labor disputes during the first nine months of 1920, reflecting widespread industrial tensions. The figures show a high level of labor unrest across multiple sectors as unions pressed for better wages and conditions.
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Pennsylvania
Richest Negro Girl in the United States
The article notes Sarah Rector, a 14 year old who lives near Muskogee Oklahoma, as the richest African American girl in the United States.
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United States
Sarah Rector
Muskogee
Okla
Turpentine and Rosin Leadership Attributed to America
The article notes that America supplied practically half of the turpentine and rosin in the market, highlighting its dominant role in production and trade during the period. It emphasizes the country’s significant share amid global competition.
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America
Seattle Questions and City Statistics Snapshot
The text lists questions about Seattle history and infrastructure. It notes 1920 arrest totals versus 1919, streetcar mileage for last year, and city inspections by weights and measures. It also mentions a large suburban coal briquet factory, seven deaths from a fire last year including Lincoln, and about 63,000 water meters in use.
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City Department of Weights and Measures
Seattle
Lincoln
Field Night Sleep Sparks Cold Joke
In a Boys' Life cartoon, Jack teases Pete about catching a cold after sleeping in a field when the gate was left open. Pete confirms the rough night, the field lodging, and the cold outcome.
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Jack
Pete
Notable quotes on industry act and blue sky law debate
Walter G. Kienstra calls for repeal of the industrial insurance act. M. C. Mumford declines to comment. Bhar l A. MeVicar urges passage of the blue sky law. An editorial aside notes even the tallest man is not above criticism and reminds parents disobeying children need not die young.
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Walter G. Kienstra
Seaboard Building
M. C. Mumford
White Building
Bharl A. Mevicar
Colman
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Ike John Scott
Littleton
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Wilberforce
Chitty
Hugh Miller
Lenny Wilson
Abraham Lincoint
Rulwer
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National City Bank
Marion
Glasses
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Hill
DR. Enwin & Brown Beatties
Columbia St
Victor
Victor Red
Victor Records
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Stein
McCormack
Kreisler
Elman
Beethoven
Athens
Sherman Jay & Co
Third Avenue
Spokane - Tacoma
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H. EB. Brown
Alaska Buting
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Stuart Building
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