Which Way Is Up The Mississippi River Misconception
A historical explainer debunks the belief that the Mississippi flows uphill due to earth curvature. Dr. George O. Smith clarifies that up and down relate to gravity, noting the river rises about 1,900 feet above sea level and the gulf mouth is farther from the earth’s center, with the source still higher than Gulf water. The piece ends with a humorous anecdote about a Carlisle Indian student seeking practical understanding.
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Mississippi River
Mississippi
George O. Smith
Geological Survey
Department of the Interior
Dr. Smith
Gulf of Mexico
Carlisle
Lindbergh Mania Boosts Air Mail and Ads
The article notes how Lindbergh’s popularity spurred air mail use and commercial exploits. The postal service, telegraph firms, railroads, and fashion markets promote Lindbergh themed services and merchandise including pins buttons and full length images in ads.
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Lindbergh
Postal Department
Washington
Jandbergh
Colonel Lindbergh
Chintz
New York Central Valuation and Leased Mileage Detail
The Interstate Commerce Commission set the New York Central valuation at £1,038,265,910 with about a third of this tied to leased lines. The total lineage spans 10,119,234 miles of track, much of it leased. The line links New York and Chicago, traversing a strong industrial and agricultural belt along the Great Lakes.
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New York Central
Interstate Commerce Commission
Stark
New York
Chicago
Great Lakes
Buffalo
Privileged youth mirrors Paris trip lesson for a racer
A thirteen year old boy with five cents learning to unlearn privilege. Gertrude Ederle mentions being treated as special and privileged after a speeding incident, saying to a motorcycle officer that she is who she is.
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Paris
Trudy
Ederle
Gertrude Ederle
Health Diet Advice and Dr Frank McCoy Columns
Readers submit questions on healing diet and fasting, with Dr Frank McCoy offering guidance. Topics include phlebitis and thrombosis risks from inflamed veins, home care steps, and cautions about rest, hydration, and gentle activity. Questions cover dental issues, mushroom preparation, and denture irritation with practical home remedies.
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Frank McCoy
McCoy
Yesterday's anniversaries and notable events listed
A compiled list recalling historical anniversaries and notable figures. Entries touch on Machiavelli, Henry T. Oxnard, Prince of Wales welcome in Johannesburg, Princess Beatrice, and other 19th to early 20th century figures with scattered dates and places such as Florence New York Chicago Madrid and Austin.
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Machiavelli
Plorence
Henry T Oxnard
United State
Kermar
Halifar
Seteanishin
Epumesa & Strorer
San Juan
Parton Ricu
Rankin al
NASA
Fovernor
Texas
Austin
Beaufort
C. Qa
Prince of Wales
Johannesburg
mFu
Chicago
Beatrice of
William N Vane
Congress
Firz Colorado
Hohemo Ind
Frank Wo
Damrosch
Ssvephor Erensstra
Bors
Bresiau
Unclear sports notes on Dempsey bout and postponement
Fragmentary report suggests Jack Dempsey match postponed or in doubt as late as yesterday. Mentions a consultation about complications around 9 o clock and an involvement of officials named Bootiesger and Gerk.
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Jack Dempse
Yisterday
Tiford
Elong
Gerk Wna
Notable American Figure Born in St Louis
A well known American figure, Fuente Ward, is mentioned as born in St Louis. The text notes the person is associated with the public sphere and carries a storied reputation from their early life in Missouri. Further biographical detail is limited in the accessible fragment.
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Fuente Ward
St Louis
Ancient coronation notes and public notices at summer day
Readable fragments report royal anniversaries and birthdays alongside scout and association gatherings. Mentions King Georgy Queen Mary Lodasy and Major Den Benjamin A Poors Talleys of various civic groups and veteran circles appear with regional events in Wisconsin Indiana Virginia Georgia and Pennsylvania among observances and society meetings.
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Georgy
Quren
Mary Lodasy
Greesngs
Martin Harver
Merasger
Stits Sears Uhl Wodas
Albany
Machiasel
den Benjamin
Wind Sows Seeds and Tallest Man Measured at 112 Inches
A fragmented note discusses wind spreading cotton seeds and the impact of growth methods and climate. It mentions a 112 inch tall man named Toplards Tinlander and includes garbled automotive and personal remarks from a 1927 Republic Syndicate publication.
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Bs Republic Syndicate
Tor
Toplards Tinlander
Oil Markets and Production Outlook During World War II
The article discusses oil production constraints and future prospects. It notes limits on crude and gasoline output, the impact of refinery methods, and the potential for increased capacity if anti trust and state powers permit. It cites regional shut ins and legislative acts shaping energy supply for the war era.
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Sud Sicsessful
Mid Continent
Pacifice
Texas
Werco
Venezuela
Federal Trade Commission
America
Expansion of Petroleum Development and Marketing Efforts
The text details large scale expenditures in the development and marketing of petroleum, including duplication and refinement activities. It highlights substantial costs tied to exploration, refining, and distribution as part of a broad energy industry push.
Poem Critique of Mrs Stoutton’s Verse and Doubt
The piece reflects on Mrs Stoulton’s standing in American letters, praising her artistry despite questions of passion. It muses on whether poetry can endure pain and prophecy, contemplating final words, tears, and the elusive taste value of her sonnet.
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Boston
Ten Dollar Experiment in Core Border Service Ends
Washington reports the ten million dollar effort in core border service across five states around the Great Lakes has largely ended with remaining fields covered and workers facing disputes over labor.
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Washington DC
Congress May Fund New Farm Campaign Next Spring
A check on the corn borer campaign shows uncertain outcomes and pending decisions on additional federal funds. Officials report 485 acres surveyed with a 93.4 percent reduction in borers, but remaining pests threaten future spread. Authorities anticipate a possible winter review and a spring campaign depending on Congress funding.
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Congress
Corp
Berer
End Left
Ohio
al Aiven
Waeehingston
Bend
Toledo
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Streex
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Lorain Cousty Pristing & Publishing Company
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Ge J
Ethel G
Dorsut
Madbifon
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Wisconsin State Bankers Association
National Association For the Advancement of Colored People
Virginia Beach
Ature Magazine
Fond de la Voween
California
Ascano
Council of National Defense
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Seward
Demany
Deller
Fauver & Phone
Robson
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Shell
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Lorain, Amherst
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