John Wanamaker by Noble Citizens Remembered
A tribute to John Wanamaker recalling his health, wealth, and public service. The piece praises his retail leadership in Philadelphia and New York, his religious and philanthropic work, and his restraint from political office while serving as Postmaster General. It honors his founding of Bethany Sunday School, YMCA involvement, and Christian Missionary efforts, noting his global generosity and lasting influence.
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Johar Wanamaker
John Wiesauaker
Wananaker
Himelf
VY. ML
Benjamin Harrison
Betheny Sunday School
Philadelphia
Flaimanite Joses
Aconstan
Fand
Prohibition Push Gains Speed Worldwide in 1920s
The piece reports rapid global moves toward banning alcohol despite debate. It notes demonstrations in Germany, potential Britain action, and Australia adopting dry policies. President Harding backs strict Volstead enforcement, aligning the Republican stance with prohibition while urging state leaders to act or be replaced.
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Topemto
America
Germany
Great Britain
Australia
Republican Party
Yesterdays in Ohio highlights and births
A compact montage notes historical Ohio dates from 1828 and 1892, mentions figures such as Samwel Hunusson of Trumbull and William Bebb, plus a burglar killing in Cincinnati. It also lists birthdays of Dr. E Wis consin and Charles Nell among others and touches on congressmen, governors, and various state granges and forthcoming conferences.
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Samwel Hunusson
Trumbull
Feaz
William Bebb
Bu County
E_L Harnt
Bank of Cincinnati
James J. Faran
Goats and Censorship Echo in a Murky Message
An unclear remark notes that censorship and mail are involved while scolding not to be misled by a stray tale. The fragment hints at New York context and a suggestion of fumigation as a metaphorical remedy.
City Council Rejects Housing Fourth Street Request
Fifteen years ago residents along Fourth Street urged council to house a local area facility but were refused. The report notes John Berg, a bridge worker, living near West Bridge Road, was involved in a fall while returning home from work at the local Church of Christ, which had opened a new building.
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Fourth Street
Al 2
John Berg
Yayenne
West Bridge
Hen
Porea
Election Shifts After Death in State Showdown
A sudden death alters the state race as the final phase of the yearly show unfolds. Officials confirm the impact on candidates and polling places while parties scramble to adjust timelines and voter outreach plans.
Komical Telegrams Reader Laughs at Outfit Trends
A noisy collage from a local paper features comic exchanges about fashion fads. A letter mocks a clerkly attempt at bold dress with green and red accents, a woman’s shoe complaint ends in a humorous mismatch, and Henry notes a misjudged fashion trend.
ABE MARTIN Notes Fat Days Bring Shorter Loads
Abe Martin jokes about fatigue affecting daily life and weighs in on arrests before weigh-in. He mentions nickel cigars as affordable but notes they cost too much.
Detective methods dominate midcentury crime debate
Fragmented notes describe fascination with detective work and forensic progress, praising modern methods while debating limits. The text references police work, court cases, and the influence of authors and dramatists on public perception of investigation.
Unclear ceremony details at Peoria church service report
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a Peoria church event led by Miss Beaumon and F M Whiteman. References to a Congregational Rev. W tur of the First chilteh, and scattered mentions of medical topics and long held concerns, with many garbled words and no clear outcome.
Sunshine Pellets by Dr. W. F. Thomson
An odd article notes Dr. W. F. Thomson and his Sunshine Pellets. It comments on merchant wealth, illness prompting wills, and a critique of medical tests and terminology. The prose includes garbled phrases about hookworms and diagnostic beacons, with tangential mentions of chemicals and medical theory.
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W. F. Thomson
Poems That Live Advice To A Git And Love Umiese
Fragmented verse offers admonitions on love and trust where lovers fear scorn and pain. It contrasts bravado with tenderness, urging restraint and sincerity while warning of jealousy and betrayal.
Schubert’s Orchestra Plays Wednesday Evenings at E of G Hall
Beginning December 13, Schubert's Orchestra performs every Wednesday night at the E of G hall. Details list weekly concerts showcasing classical selections and guest conductors.
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G. Hall
Schubert
Admiral Hilary Jones Named Supreme Commander for U S Naval Forces
A General Order from the Navy Department elevates Admiral Hilary Jones to supreme commander of United States sea forces and head of the United States Fleet. Jones, born November 14, 1863, is a veteran of World War I who has commanded multiple ships and fleets including Squadron 1 of the Atlantic fleet and the Newport News division. He is a recipient of the Distinguished Service Medal for wartime service.
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Hop, Jones
U.S. NL
Navy Department
Hilary 2
Sonus
United States
Jones
U. S. Navy
Dones
Navy
Vea
Naval Academy
Birmingham
Teapests
Rhode Island
Atlantic
Sige
Dogs Die of Cholera Traced to Rats Say Georgia Report
Georgia report says several dogs died from cholera spread by rats. Royal Guard rat paste used to kill rats, then dogs recovered. Crandall Drugstore advertises Royal Guaranteed Rat Paste.
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Ot Jackson
Georgia
H. A. Crandall
Drogetst
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