Explorer nails old theory on bluegrass origin
Winnipeg July 29 Vilhjalmur Stefansson explorer proposes the Arctic region as the native home of bluegrass that inspired Kentucky’s famous grass. He argues seeds dropped from an iceberg in the glacial era could have seeded southern pastures as the Arctic thrived each summer with wildflowers and grasses.
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Winnipeg
Man
Vilhjalmurtefansson
Kentucky
Stefansson
Arctic
Canada
Quake Triggers Oil Gushers in Los Angeles
An earthquake in Los Angeles caused oil to burst through sidewalks and shoot into the air. Two oil gushers were reported as the quake struck shortly before noon, marking the first known springs of oil from the pavement in the area.
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Frembler
Los Angeles
Cal
Two Killed In Auto Wreck Reported
Mrs Jessie killed her husband last April in an automobile accident. Rob Block, the man she was riding with, also died in the crash. The fragment mentions a 300 million treasury bond issue at 4 percent and an inscription of 8 million pesetas by the municipality, but the text is incomplete.
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Ape EC Cage
Jessie
Rob Block
Resolute Defeats Shamrock IV for America's Cup
The American defender Resolute won the regatta against Sir Thomas Lipton's Shamrock IV three to two in the fifth race at Sandy Hook New Jersey. It was a 30 mile windward course, finished at 7 52 22 with Shamrock at 8 05 84. Resolute led from near the start and held a growing advantage most of the way, despite Shamrock closing late.
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Sandy Hook
N. J
America
Resolute
Thomas Lipton
Britain
Shamrock
Wilson to report on coal crisis to president
Secretary of Labor Wilson is expected to present a comprehensive report on the coal situation to the president. The White House will study Wilsons full analysis before any appeal to coal miners or action on labor troubles. Wilson has remained updated from his Pennsylvania farm and prepared a report covering every angle for the presidents consideration.
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Secretary of Labor
Wilson
Washington
White House
Pennsylvania
Fire at Scottfield destroys hangar and six planes
Fire of undetermined origin at Scottfield government aviation station near Belleville wipes out a hangar six airplanes and several Liberty motors. Damage estimated at 100000 dollars reports officers.
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Belleville
Scottfield
Knoxville
Tenn
Maude Moore
Leroy D. Harth
Berlin
Galicia
Brody
Tarnopol
Soviet War Office
Kidnapped General Escapes to Tipperary Barracks
Brig. Gen. C. H. T. Lucas, commander of the Fermoy military area, who was kidnapped in late June by Sinn Fein irish insurgents, has escaped. He reached the Tipperary military barracks, according to reports.
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London
C. H. T. Lucas
Fermoy
Tipperary
U S and S Trade Balance Drops Over Year
Washington reports America’s trade balance with Europe for the just ended fiscal year fell by more than 500 million dollars compared with 1919, according to a department of commerce release.
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U. S&s
Washington
America
Europe
Department
Lo:commerce
Optimistic U S Finances Highlight Comptroller Williams Report
Comptroller of the Currency John Skelton Williams delivers a highly optimistic review of U S finances based on June 30 national bank call results. He cites restraint by Federal Reserve Banks on nonessential credit, production gains, and a strong overall bank resource position despite loan and deposit declines.
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John Skelton Williams
United States
Washington
Federal Reserve Banks
Williams
Three Slay Irish Official in Dublin Railway Directors Room
Frank Brooke a leading Irish figure and close friend of Viscount French was shot dead by three assailants in the Dublin and Southeastern Railway directors room in Westland Row. He was speaking with director Cotton when eight shots were fired. three struck Brooke and three narrowly missed Cotton before the attackers fled.
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Viscount French
Dublin
Frank Brooke
Ireland
Lord Leutenant
Dublin & Southeastern Railway
Westland Row
Brooke
Cotton
Chamber Backs Miller and Paris Coal Pact in Deputies
Premier Milleragy secured a chamber triumph as deputies approved the Spa coal agreement by 898 to 83 after a personal appeal. France will credit Germany 200 million francs monthly for coal, despite finance committee opposition 14 to 12.
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Paris
Milleragy
Chamber of Deputies
Chamber
Spa
France
Willovance
Germany
Finance Committee
Japan Chamber Denounces U S Shipping Law as Economic Imperialism
The Osaka chamber of commerce adopted a resolution condemning the American shipping law as economic imperialism. It calls the law a declaration of economic war on Japan and claims foreign steamers, especially Japanese, are treated unfairly.
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Osaka Chamber of Commerce
Osaka
Japan
Chamber of Commerce
Sentry Slays Texas Captain at Galveston Guard Camp
Herbert A. Robertson a World War veteran and captain of the local National Guardsmen unit was shot and killed by a sentry at the guard camp ahead of duties under Gen J F Wolters. In Havana a bomb exploded in St Wilipe s Catholic church during service killing one woman and wounding several others.
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Galveston
Tex
Herbert A. Robertson
National Guardsmen
J. F. Wolters
National Guard
Havana
Wilipe
Governor Cox Acclaimed as Democratic Nominee
Dayton news reports that Governor Cox received acclaim as the Democratic presidential nominee amid harboring support from fellow citizens. The article notes civic enthusiasm in Dayton on August 2 as Cox’s nomination draws strong local approval.
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Cox
Dayton
Allinson Freed From Fort Leavenworth
Brent Dow Allinson, who refused the draft in 1918 and was jailed at Fort Leavenworth, is released after serving about two years. His five year sentence was reduced and the remaining time commuted, with officials noting improved conduct and health. The war department cites policy favoring early release of conscientious objectors when behavior allows.
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Chicago
Brent Dow Allinson
Federal Penitentiary
Fort Leavenworth
Kaw
Allinson
War Department
Ailinson
Peniton
Niether
Washington
Prairie View Fire Destroys Village in Yake County
A July 31 blaze in Prairie View with 250 residents wiped out all buildings except the Soo Line station and Albert Mather’s general store. Firefighters and a passing train crew helped save the station. Estimated loss near 500000 dollars.
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Chicago
Prairie View
Yake County
Soo Line
Gers
Albert Mather
Democracy Adopts Slogan and Open Campaign Fund
Washington July 31 The Democratic party opens its war chest to contributions of any amount as George White chairman of the national committee announces that sources will be examined rather than amounts The three word slogan Peace progress prosperity will head the Democratic campaign.
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Washington
Democratic Party
George White
National Committee
White
Mexican forces mobilize to quell Cantu rebellion in Lower California
El Paso Aug 2 Mexican federal troops numbering several thousand move against Lower California to restore authority of Gov Esteban Cantu amid rebel resistance. News desk reports rising tensions and military buildup along the border with brief dispatches from the region.
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Cantu
el Paso
Tex
Lower
California
Esteban Cantu
Soldier Chief Engineer Wounded in Home Altercation
James Scott chief engineer at the Soldiers and Sailors home is hospitalized with two bullets after an altercation with Dan Guthrie a resident of the home. Authorities pursue details of the incident in Quincy Illinois on August 2.
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Quincy, L
James ‘Scott
Soldiers and Sailors’ Home
Ian
Dan Guthrie
Bulgarian Blood Tea Promises Health From Pure Herbs
A long advertisement promotes Bulgarian Blood Tea claiming ancient Bulgarian and Oriental European roots, 1000 years of use, and benefits for influenza recovery, colds, rheumatism, fatigue, and various ailments. It cites a National Labor Tribune endorsement and urges readers to ask for a trial package from druggists.
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America
Bulgaria
Oriental
Europe
National Labor Tribune
Pittburgh
Marvel. Products Company
Pittsburgh
National—Labor Tribune
J. H. Witchestain
Adv
Daylight Stock Deal Sparks Junior Investors
Two high school youths tailed by curiosity in a local broker shop study ticker symbols United States Steel US steel indicator X, Great Northern Ore GQ, and mock PM quotes. They plan to buy five shares at around one dollar as the clerk notes it is after noon.
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Everything Financial
United States Steel
Great Northern
Indianapolis News
Take Time for Play and Wise Nonsense
A reminder that even the busiest readers should pause for humor and light moments. The piece emphasizes balance between work and recreation, urging consideration that small, playful acts can refresh the mind and aid wiser judgment.
Better to Strive Than Never Try, A Proverbial Maxim
The phrase urges action over inaction, encouraging effort despite possible failure. It reflects a common moral urging persistence and ambition in the face of challenge.
Algiers Rich in Sundays and Worldly Rest
A correspondent notes Algiers observes multiple Sundays but only the Jewish Sabbath is truly a day of rest. He describes Arab and Moor shops often left unattended for prayer, rare robberies, and the distinct appearance of Jews in flowing robes recalling Old Testament scenes.
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Algiers
The Morning After Court Remark
A magistrate scolds a spouse for staying out late with friends as a warning. The judge admonishes the partner for reckless behavior and drinking with acquaintances into the early hours.
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Francis Villa
Eugenio Martinez
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Villa
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Piedras Negras
Abinas
Franisco Villa
Joahuila
Nativo Leon
Illa
Explorer
Lhjalmur Stefansson
Lord D’abernon
Official Review OF
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Miller
U. S. Law
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Branko Lazarevitch
Corfu
B. D. Allinson
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