Minneapolis Entrusts City to Veterans with George Leach Mayor
Minneapolis voters transfer municipal control to veterans led by George B. Leach who becomes mayor after a bitter contest. The former artillery commander promises Americanism and business discipline while aligning with local American Legion posts. Leach’s aide and police chief are named, as the city signals a postwar shift toward veteran leadership.
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Ayolls
Vietiity
Hire of 4000 Miles By Marine Soldier Across Plain Desert
Charles E. Gilbert United States Marine Corps arrives in New York after a long trek that spans about four thousand miles. He travels from San Francisco to St. Paul in around twelve weeks, aided by shelter and food from American Le Flore along the route and support upon arrival in St. Paul.
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San Francisco
New York
Heath
Charles E. Gilbert
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Johann Kent
le Flore
St. Paul
St Paul Tost
Salle
Police Post of the Legion Honored World War Veterans
About 1200 members of the American Legion police post in New York City, veterans of World War I, joined by wives, rallied under Lt Peter J Masteran. many served in army and navy. 19 awarded Croix de Guerre, some killed in action, survivors honored with military rites as they plan a memorial service.
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Nerview
Hive
General & Fayette
American Legion
New York City
Peter J. Masteran
Ronan He
New York
Rumy
Heraenus
America
Germany
Netion
Brod
Carrying On With the American Legion Turmoil and memorials set as veterans tied events
A sweeping, disjointed survey of American Legion activity recounts murder, land settlement drives, and post openings in Washington and Oregon. It notes memorial plans, tax matters, and wartime veterans' support efforts while highlighting various Legion members, posts, and veterans' families across several states.
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American Legion of Washington
Ghiler the Inn
Sarvice Wien
Pendill Milwalker and Mie Ger tele Milandeth Wollaeger Wed
Win national view commander of the American Legion Pendill Milwalker married Mie Ger tele Milandeth Wollaeger from his hometown. Pendill, a direct descendant of Dont Give Up the Ship, rose from regular enlistment in May 1917 to ensign then lieutenant during the war. He is an alumnus of the University of Michigan and Stes Pendill, with ties to Vase, will celebrate amid Beatee Mowe atmosphere.
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National View
American Legion
Raventiy
Mie Gertele Milandeth Wollaeger
Hie Hoon City
Lawrence
United Staten Navy
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Stes
Beatee
Poor Tubes and Valve Caps Guide for Tire Care
A vintage mechanistic guide warns that inferior inner tubes and loose valve caps cause air loss and tire failure. It stresses using standard parts, proper tube strength, and secure valve caps and washers to prevent leaks and damage, noting that branded tubes last longer and avoid costly repairs.
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Syed
Automobile News Review From Early 20th Century
A fragmented item notes rapid automobile growth in the United States with more than 100,000 motor vehicles in 27 states. Germany exported 20,000 cars and 4,000 motorcycles to 1920, while Japan imported vehicles valued at about 2.7 million dollars. The piece mentions new vehicles on the market and the need for repair infrastructure.
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Japan
Early Automotion Note Pranks Hazy And Odd
Fragmented advice on cars and maintenance appears in a garbled 19th century style. Obscure references mention components like radiator valves wheels and brakes with notes about wear and care. Some lines oddly reference prices and dates, including 1858 and 1900, amid nonsensical spellings.
Aligning Car Wheels With a Simple String Method
A dated guide explains aligning auto wheels using two strings and boxes as a measuring system. It instructs setting equal distances from wheel fronts and rears, adjusting boxes until lines run parallel to wheel centers, and verifying symmetry across both sides for proper alignment.
Magneto Trouble Prevention for Distributors
To avoid magneto trouble, remove the distributor once a month and wipe with a cloth dipped in equalizing solution. Place a piece of double-thin mind-paper between the breaker points to remove any corrosion forming, which will prolong magneto life.
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Gover
Forces on wheels and track conditions studied for road safety
A detailed report reviews how wheel and track surface, load, and speed affect vehicle safety. It analyzes how friction, track speed, and tire contact influence destructive forces, draughting a method to assess optimal tire and road design to reduce derailment risk.
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Wyne United
Mates Department
Agri
Cuitie
Bude Ponds
Sonehich Polrite
Reese
Waldeing
Different pavement costs for seven years of road building
The Philadelphia highway division reports on costs for pavement facings across 41 sections of a town road. Six sections use mixed bituminous concrete, eight use coal tar penetration, five use concrete with brick, and seven use brick. Average first year costs at 4 percent interest for seven years show mixed methino minendan at 2077.0, bituminous concrete at 8,000, and brick at 1,000.
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Philadelphia
Engineering News Record
Muintenaner
Road Work In Wisconsin Project Details
In Wisconsin 26,000 men are employed in building 28 miles of concrete highway, bridges, 90 00 culverts, 1 000 miles of gravel road, grading 2 200 miles of earth road, and patrol maintenance of 800 miles of state system.
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Wisconsin
United States Wavered in Vir by the House of Burgesses
Fragmentary OCR notes reflect a phrase about the United States being wavered in Virginia by the House of Burgesses. The line suggests colonial parliamentary influence but lacks full context or dates.
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United States
House of Burgesses
Talking Animals Explain Language To Humans
A dialogue between a monkey and human caretakers explores how animals like chimpanzees wolves and pishers communicate. The ape describes their sounds methods and signs and argues people must learn animal speech to understand them. The keeper expresses satisfaction as the talking animals claim the ability to convey needs.
New Teacher Impresses Elizabeth in Curious Exchange
Elizabeth says she likes the new teacher who brings things home and settles things. A reply from a friend echoes surprise as they discuss what is new and different about the situation.
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Elizabeth
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