Conference Collapse Threat Turns Genoa Talks Turbulent
Genoa conference teeters toward collapse as Lloyd George seeks quick talks. France and Belgium threaten to derail the talks while Russia waits to blame Britain and France for a breakdown. Aususta offers oil concessions on same terms as others amid Soviet push for recognition and credits.
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Great Britain
Russia
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United States
Flood Crevasse Spreads Across Eleven Louisiana Parishes
New Orleans relief efforts face expanding flood from Mississippi crevasse and backwaters. Water from Ferris lay river break joins Red River basin, threatening rich farms. Poydras break drives flood north of Lake Borgne canal toward Violet area, widening impact. Lincoln endorses Poppy Week and Poppy Day to aid veterans and relief relief efforts.
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Mississippi River
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Rapides
Avolles Perighes
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Ferrislay
Red River
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Poydras
Lake Borgne
Violet
North Dakota Senator Gronna Dies at Age 64
Lakota North Dakota former United States Senator J. Gronna died at home aged 64 after recently returning from Rochester Minnesota where he underwent an operation. He served in the Senate from 1911 to 1921.
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North Dakota
Lakota
N. D
Asle J. Gronne
United States
Gronna
Rochester
Mina
Bronna
Senaate
France to Mobilize Reserves in 1918 Class
A reliable source says France plans immediate mobilization of the 1918 reserve class, likely 170 000 men, to press reparations after May 31 if needed. Texas Storm Reaps Heavy Toll in Austin and Oak Hill area, nine dead, 38 injured, several fatally, and property damage around 400 000 dollars. League of Nations to Meet May 11 in Genoa. executive council to handle matters from Genoa talks. Big influx of American visitors to London surpasses 1919 levels, including diplomats, pugilists, film figures, financiers, professors, and industry leaders.
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London
Texas
Austin
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Oak Hill
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Japanese Cabinet Resigns Amid Rearrangement Plan
Tokyo reports Premier Takahashi heads resigned cabinet to enable partial reorganization after discussions. The move signals a reshuffle aimed at stabilizing government and policy direction. The exact lineup changes and timing were not disclosed.
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Tokyo
Takahashi
International Tree Planting by Women Delegates in D C
In Washington D C a so called international tree sponsored by women representatives from twenty one countries was planted in the grounds of the Pan American Union. The tree is said to be dedicated to four languages and symbolizes cross cultural cooperation among nations.
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Washington, D. C
Pan- American Union
Senate Extends War Finance Program for One Year
In Washington the Senate approved a one year extension of the War Finance Corporation’s powers effective from next July 1. The measure passed by a narrow margin with a final tally of yes votes and without a recall. The move keeps wartime financing available for priority industries and shipping.
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Susan's Becot Scene Reveals Forbidden Romance
Susan, a young girl put out to service, returns from town with a rosy, happy face as her mistress comments on the dew kissed look. Susan quietly reminds her mistress that the charming admirer was not the named person, hinting at hidden affection and social tension.
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Susan
Names Give Character to Gifts and Household Treasures
The article notes how wedding gifts and household items are named after their givers, from Aunt Bertha’s soup ladle to Jack’s tea strainer and Mother Jones’s teaup set. It suggests the practice flatters past flames and reflects a memory-driven culture.
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Hubby
Silver
Bertha
Jack
Mother Jones
Annie
The Quarter at Church Momentary Success Noted
The Chris fan Register reports a parish moment as the minister reads a congregational calendar autolquy about small purchases. The line humorously notes a child proclaiming inability to buy a quart of off candy movie ticket or rouge, while others think he is some money.
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Chris Fan Register
Removing Catches From Grace and Glass Scratches
Instructions describe smoothing glass scratches using water and leather, with deeper marks ground out by flour emery. A wheel tool aids work, and a powder mixture of powdered chalk tripol and bole is applied and rubbed with linseed dipped pad to polish the surface.
Odd skating misadventure and a hair growth myth
A narrator recalls skating into a remote creek area and getting lost in a heavy snow, describing the odd experience. The piece then discusses a common belief that peanut consumption affects hair growth, noting peanuts do not contain high cystine levels compared with other foods.
Ostriches Raise Eggs and Feathers as Rural Revenue
Ostriches in summer live mainly on green alfalfa and in winter eat about a pound of grain and three pounds of alfalfa daily. The egg yield would help offset upkeep costs on arid southwest rocks. Ostriches thrive in dry sandy regions and alfalfa is easily grown there with irrigation. The average yearly feather yield is a little over a pound, valued at $20 to $30 in 1910.
Needed Another Dose of Politeness in a Family Parley
Marjorie, a guest of Helen, and Helen clash over a decision. Helen’s mother intervenes in the next room, reminding Helen that Marjorie is a guest and urging deference. Moments later the dispute resumes and Marjorie tells Helen to let her mother speak again.
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Marjorie
Helen
Words to Avoided In Language Draws Sharp Warning
A brief exchange warns that two simple words in our language mislead and harm. It cites broken friendships, torn families, and even social splits caused by careless speech. The piece urges readers to think before using words that can wound or divide.
Twin Sisters Stir Up Household Frustration
Ben expresses disappointment when a twin girl is born, fearing she will be a master and hinder male fun, saying she will tag along everywhere, revealing household gender bias and sibling dynamics.
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Ben
Baltimore woman solves old problem with husband
Baltimore woman who pushed her husband into a trunk and discarded the key appears to have found the method to hold her spouse. The curious case surfaces in local gossip, cited by the Seattle Pest-Intelligencer as a grim, baffling solution to marital pressure.
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Baltimore
Seattle
County Nurse Plans Summer Hygiene Classes
The County Nurse will offer Home Hygiene and Care of the Sick courses this summer, each meeting one afternoon weekly for ten weeks. The Red Cross requires 22.5 hours, two course types exist standard and modified, with the latter not requiring the written exam. Half the time covers practical work, the rest theory, and a certificate is earned after passing both parts. Textbooks cost 75 cents to $1.25. Interested women should notify Miss Pope at telephone 200 or by letter.
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Red Cross
Red Cross Treasurer Report Sidney Chapter March to May
Treasurer M W Dimery files a Red Cross report for the Sidney chapter covering March 7 to May 1. It records balances of 83,622.48 in American Bank and 3,524.08 in a first National Bank certificate of deposit, with receipts from Red Cross Exchange Barker Shop Patrowsky Mrs John McCleneghan S J Hedges Don Clarrey Cheyenne Co Tdg Co Variety Store Mrs Easterday Dr Roche Bassett Pharmacy and others. Final balance shown is 3,505.46 in American Bank and 3,524.08 in the certificate of deposit, totaling 87,148.56.
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Patrowsky
John McCleneghan
S. J. Hedges
Don Clarrey
Cheyenne Co. Tdg. Co
Variety
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R. BE. Roche
Bassett Pharmacy
J. Hedges
American Bank
First National Bank
Red Cross Seeks Clothing and Bedding Donations
The Red Cross and the King's Daughters appeal for clothing shoes and bedding. Citizens are urged to check stores for usable items as stock levels have been drawn down by recent donations, with bedding dishes and furniture also welcome.
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Red Cross
Grand Prelate Bennett Re-elected at Knights of Pythias
Reverend T Porter Bennett was re elected Grand Prelate at the Grand Chapter gathering of the Knights of Pythias in Tincoln last week. He is noted as an earnest worker in the order and a faithful attendee at meetings.
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T. Porter Bennett
Knights of Pythias
Tincoln
Addition to Force Introduces Hazel Armstrong
The Telegraph reports a new addition this week as Hazel Armstrong begins training as a shock absorber. She is described as a cute figure and easy for customers to look at, with duties to learn in the department.
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Hazel Armstrong
Best Roads in State of Nebraska
Cheyenne County outlines its road program with seven maintainers and several graders, detailing 66 foot wide main roads and 32 foot primary lanes. The small road tax supports vast mileage, claimed as the best investment of tax dollars with reduced wrecks and saved time, urging pride in Nebraska infrastructure. Benham Brothers advertise cut flowers with phone contact.
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Cheyenne County
Nebraska
Minshalls Arrive From Idaho to Operate Local Tractor Outfit
The Minshall party including Fred Minshall his wife and Henry Minshall arrived overland from Shelley Idaho to run their large tractor operation in the area for the season.
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Fred Minshall
Henry Minshall
Shelley
Idaho
Mrs Scott Well Again After Hospital Stay
Mrs. Scott R. 8. Scott is pleased to be home with husband and friends and can spend part of each day at the office. Her hospital experience in Hot Springs South Dakota ended happily and cheerfully.
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Scott
Hot Springs
South Dakota
Pressure cooking meat times and pressures guidance
The USDA Office of Home Economics notes cooking times in a pressure cooker vary by weight shape size bone content and meat tenderness. Large tough cuts need about 15 minutes per pound at 15 to 20 psi while tender cuts like leg of lamb require about 10 minutes per pound at 15 to 20 psi. Small pieces for stews or chicken parts require 30 to 50 minutes at 15 to 20 psi regardless of weight. Overcooking should be avoided to preserve flavor and juiciness.
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Office of Home Economics
United States Department of Agriculture
Trailing the Wind Veterans Adjust Losses After Wind Damage
John Livoni and J H McNew traveled 140 miles on Thursday and some miles other days to adjust losses caused by high winds. They found 33 of their customers suffered some damage.
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John €. Livoni
J. H. McNew
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