Truth by Ballot on History Textbooks Sparks Debate
Chicago Tribune warns Wisconsin and others may require textbooks to reflect a favored national view and bar content deemed favorable to rival nations. The piece argues such laws mask prejudice, predicting selective historical truth will spread across states and schools.
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Bryan
National Educational Association
Wisconsin
Germany
Great Britain
Republic
State Superintendent of Public Instruction
God and Liberty in Germany a Sign of Change
The commentary suggests General Ludendorff’s call for loyalty to God and the people signals a possible shift toward democracy in Germany. It argues that without a mental shift away from monarchy and military reverence, a republican government cannot endure, and urges recognition of genuine change in public attitudes.
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Ludendorff
Germany
God
Frost Threat Looms Over Crops as Growing Season Extends
Farmers report that continued warm nights will allow corn and potatoes to mature, despite several near frost events in the past ten days. Cool conditions have raised frost concerns, with river-bottom lowlands and city sewers running high and flooding nearby areas.
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Gardners
Farmer Outstanding Is Sue Of Coming Campaign
Brean argues domestic and world issues will shape the 1924 campaign. He identifies four key domestic questions: farmer condition, labor versus capital and Supreme Court wage limits, curbing profiteers, and taxation under Mellon as surtax cuts. He says the next Congress will determine how these issues unfold and influence candidates.
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Farmer
Brean
Congress
Supreme Court
Mellon
Secretary of the Treasury
Cedar Point Beach Life Mirrors Prohibition Era
Journal notes from Charleston describe Cedar Point as inland resort after Prohibition. Beach crowds, fashionable flappers, and lavish hotels dominate the scene while Kiwanis and Elks visit. A Toledo visitor complains of mosquitos but praises the fun, with hints of upcoming season end and financial talk. Charleston mentions two women joining Aldara board.
Selima the Cat and the Goldfish Tragedy
A poem excerpt recounts Selima the cat perched on a vase watching goldfish. The cat leans closer, slips, and falls into the water, pleading for aid as no helper comes. The moral warns that temptation and swift fate lead to irreversible misfortune. The piece ends with a moral about heedless eyes and lawful prize.
Wednesday Exhibitors Advertisements Highlight Local Fairs
Read the exhibitors advertisements from the Wednesday paper showing vendors, products, and event dates. The notice lists booths, hours, locations, and contact details for local craft, agricultural, and trade displays.
Bootleg Whiskey Price Sets Pace for Everything Else
Fragmentary text suggests concerns that bootleg whiskey pricing influences broader market trends. The snippet mentions a Fillix station build and a program bolde oul chee, indicating a local project tied to the price signal, with unclear details.
Mayor Hylan III With Fever
Mayor John F. Hylan remained feverish in Saratoga Springs as his physician Dr. George F. Comstock reported. The mayor, brought from New York Friday, had a 102 degree temperature and was confined to bed. The illness follows a severe cold two weeks earlier. diagnosis pending.
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Saratoga Spring
K. Y
John F. Hylan
George F. Comstock
Comstock
New York
Hylan
Hy-lan
Governor Jonathan Davis Emerges as Democratic Presidential Hopeful
Kansas Governor Jonathan Davis, born April 26, 1871 in Bourbon County, has entered the Democratic race for the next presidential nomination. A lifelong farmer and breeder with 1700 acres, he also ran a local bank. Married to Mollie Purdom since 1894, he has three children and is noted as a strong writer and public speaker.
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Jonathan M. Davis
Jonathan Davis
Kansas
Davis
Bourbon County
Kan
Nebraska
Misa Mollie Purdom
Russell G Davis
Home Farm
Mary Francis McCormick
Ford
Kaw
Lola Neil Davis
Bronson
Between 10 Years Ago Notes and Local Events
A summary of varied items includes N C Ry manager Moon aiding the Washington avenue bridge by planning a material unloading switch. Reserve football manager Harper called for first practice. Adele Behrens arrested for knife attack on asleep husband amid a sensation. County Auditor distributed 500000 in tax money, Elysia's share 91134. Joseph A Kemper and Mary Louise Wagner married by Father Mooney at St Marys church. Server George Lewis asks
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Moon
Washington Avenue
Joseph A Kemper
Mary Louise Wagner
Father Mooney
St. Mary's Church
Vacation season sparks clerk quirks in stores across town
A lively essay notes how vacation time brings in new clerks who misread customers and disrupt routine shopping. It contrasts the familiar, knowledgable staff with temporary workers and the irritation and humor that arise during holiday purchases. Dur ing the piece, shoppers reminisce about personal preferences and the relief when a trusted clerk handles their needs.
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Charley
City considers auto stop ordinance for streetcar discharges
Council debates an ordinance requiring automobiles to stop while street cars discharge passengers. Includes note on transfer from Sarah Witten to A W Hageman and a second ad to Lo Rain with a $1,000 reference.
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Sarah Witten
A. W W. Hageman
Stang
Lorain
Tree Surgery Offers Special Rates and Free Estimates
The Anderson Tree Surgery Company advertises special rates for orchards and perks with gratis estimates and advice. Contact 406 E. 106th St Cleveland or representative at 110 Wurst Ct. Phone 7122.
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Anderson Tree Surgery Companys
106Th St
Cleveland, C
Wurst Ct
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