Spelling Standards and Prohibition Polls in the Era
The Literary Digest prohibition poll stirs debate over accuracy and bias while Democrats once mocked it as in 1928. A New Era of spelling contests in Nebraska promotes literacy, with the Omaha World Herald sponsoring the state event to crown a spelling champion over other pursuits.
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New York Times
Anti-Saloon League
McBride
Literary Digest
Omaha World- Herald
Nebraska
Age at First Marriage Question
Aquery seeks definite information on the age at first marriage to compare marriage ages across racial and economic groups. The inquiry notes the importance of precise data to establish relative patterns among different populations.
Investigation Underway After Inquest Thursday
An investigation is being conducted following an inquest held on Thursday. The report notes ongoing procedural steps and next actions by authorities in charge of the case.
Bargain piano from Schumann offered in Denver store
The Chas. E. Well Music Co of Denver advertises a slightly used cabinet upright Schumann piano with bench in burl walnut last stored near Sidney. The seller will accept any reasonable offer and may arrange easy terms if desired.
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Schumann
Sidney
Wives and Prosperity Through Everyday Purchases
A review argues that national prosperity hinges on common households and their daily buys rather than big industry. It notes advertising drives these purchases and that cutting advertising would shrink demand, worsening economic downturns beyond the stock market crash.
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Mary
Stock Exchange
Spelling Contest Enthusiasm Across Nebraska Schools
Spelling contests captivate students from across Nebraska as the old time spelling bee gives way to modern competition, drawing attention in schools from one end of the state to the other.
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Nebraska
Tongue Twister Sent In By Worland Reader
A reader A M Carbutt from Worland Wyoming submits a tongue twister to loosen speech. It asks how many sniffs of sifted sniff a sniff sniffer would sniff if the sniffed sifted sniff were sniffed. Practice aloud with friends to say it fast.
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A. M. Carbutt
Worland
Wyo
After the War Explain War Through Shared Human Ties
A wartime reflection argues hatreds stem from ignorance and propaganda. It cites a German youth in Detroit and Canadian mothers meeting in Windsor to show enemies are ordinary people. Wars arise from manufactured crises and leaders, but peacemaking comes from recognizing common humanity.
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Detroit
Windsor
France
Church Dinners Share Simple Comforts and Fellowship
A Toledo Blade piece extols church dinners as homely, wholesome gatherings where simple meals foster fellowship and good spirits among attendees. The writing celebrates modest fare, shared duties, and community warmth.
The Church Dinner Worth Its Weight In Food And Fellowship
The writer recalls church meals past and present noting price rises from 25 to 50 cents over 25 years. Oyster stew is legendary but today service dominates as plates fill, with cheerful attendants ensuring seconds. Food quality and social value at church dinners endure, offering abundant meat, dumplings, potatoes, and lively conversation.
Counting Noses in United States Begins Census Day
The 15th census of the United States began on Wednesday April 2, employing about 100000 workers beyond central tabulation staff. Officials expect a population over 125 million, with new questions on home value and ownership. The census, led by William M Steuart in the Commerce Department, aims to inform reapportionment by year end.
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United States
Congress
Department of Commerce
Bureau of the Census
William M. Steuart
Boy Found Hanging in Shed Behind Home in Brush
Eddie Schiller, 15, was found hanging by a rope attached to a brick in a shed at the rear of his Brush, Colorado home on Tuesday. Investigators are puzzled whether death was self inflicted or the result of a prank. The body was discovered by his eight year old sister after she returned from school.
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Eddie Schiller
Bake Sale by Rebekah Kens ington at Skaggs Store
The Rebekah Kens ington ladies group will hold a bake sale at O P Skaggs store on Saturday April 5 starting at 10 o clock. Proceeds support their community efforts.
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Rebekah Kensington
O. P. Skaggs
Notice to Truck Drivers on Width Height and Reflectors
Sheriff W. W. Schulz issues notice under state law 8392 on trucks over 8 feet wide or 12 feet high not operating on highways without DPW permit. Trucks 72 inches wide must have red rear reflectors and green front reflectors with specified heights and visibility, plus rear vision mirrors and reflectors replacing if damaged.
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Department of Public Works
Persea
W. W. Schulz
Shoe Store Promises Wide Choice for Every Taste
The shop advertises the largest and best stock of shoes ever, offering pumps oxfords straps sport shoes high heels and low heels. They pledge to find whatever the customer wants.
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