Hoover and Smith Campaign Appeals Split Nation
In a brisk national summary Herbert Hoover travels south for a major Republican campaign speech amid expected large crowds while Al Smith eyes Pennsylvania in a bid for electoral votes. The piece argues the 1930s political atmosphere stirs voters from habit and complacency, urging independent thinking to defend popular government against minority rule.
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Herbert Hoover
South
Smith
Pennsylvania
Happy Warrior
Keystone
Democratic Party
Republican Party
al Smith
Republic
Mr Li Ching Yun Celebrates 250th Birthday in China
The Providence Bulletin notes Mr. Li Ching Yun, aged 250, celebrated amid descendants who heed his precepts. His life as a herbal peddler in China is cited, with advice on living calmly, moving with purpose, and enduring repose. The piece blends reflections on longevity with martial and athletic insights.
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Providence Bulletin
Li Ching Yun
China
Auxiliary Kensington Meeting Set for Sept 17
The American Legion Auxiliary Kensington will meet at Mrs. McKay's home on Monday September 17 with Mrs. Pindell and Mrs. Sherrerd assisting as hostesses.
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American Legion Auxiliary
Kensington
McKay
Pindell
Sherrerd
Good Oats Crop Report From South Divide Area
Otto Christensen of the south divide community reported a 20 acre oats field this year that threshed better than 80 bushels per acre. Other farms in the area also yielded well, with high quality grain and strong output across the district.
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Otto Christensen
South Divide
Nullification debate over New York liquor law and 18th amendment
Governor Smith faces criticism from temperance advocates for signing a repeal of New York’s state liquor law, challenging claims of nullifying the 18th amendment. The piece argues state rights, enforcement focus on federal officers, and cites Chicago and Philadelphia as contrasts in enforcing prohibition laws. It contends NY voters opposed ratification and stresses enforcement failures lie with federal authorities.
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al Smith
New York
New York State
Smith
Gov. Smith
Nebraska
United States
New York City
Albany
Philadelphia
Pennsylvania
Mellon
Chicago
Big Bill Thompson
Bailiwick
Ilinois
Illinois
Nebraska State Fair Proves Educational and Popular
The Nebraska state fair, run by responsible men, demonstrates a clean educational exposition can satisfy over a million citizens. Sidney and Cheyenne county visitors call it the best ever, with a focus on education and a balanced mix of display and worthwhile entertainment.
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Nebraska
The 400 Hitter Disappears From Major League Lists
The Sporting News notes the .400 hitter has vanished from major league hitting charts. Babe Ruth remains ahead of his home run pace though his average sits just above .300. Team batting shows few clubs above .300. An interview with Cardinal pitcher Bill Sherdel in Baseball Magazine sheds light, detailing how his slow ball fools heel-swinging batters and frustrates power hitters.
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St. Louis Post Dispatch
The
Sporting News
Babe Ruth
Bill Sherdel
Cardinal
Baseball
Sherdel
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