Uncle Sam Holds Vast Gold Reserves Worth Billions
The article notes U S gold holdings in Washington and Federal Reserve banks totaling about 4.586 billion dollars. It traces the reserve peak after 1900 and World War I, and claims Europe owes the United States nine billion dollars, affirming America as the world creditor both for the nation and its people.
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Samuel
U. S. Treasury
Washington
Federal Reserve Banks
Europe
United States
Should America Build a Second Ocean Canal or Enlarge Panama
The piece weighs options on enlarging the Panama Canal or constructing a new interoceanic route across Nicaragua. It notes Panama is nearing capacity and cites a possible New York to San Francisco shortcut, but concludes the time is not ripe and farm relief is prioritized over another canal.
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Panama Canal
Nicaragua
New York
San Francisco
Unclé Sam
Panama
Sherlock Holmes
Ccsans
Subscribed Fund for Boston Robber Murderers Sparks Backlash
A letter complains that radicals raised over one hundred thousand dollars to aid two alleged robbers in Boston. The writer denounces the supporters as undesirables and calls for deportation, saying the community rejects the men and the fund.
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Boston
Sam
Tax cut proposal aims to boost employment and government revenue
The argument supports further income tax reduction despite higher past year revenue. Proponents claim lower taxes will create jobs, raise overall government income, and improve life in America.
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America
China Faces Growing Pressure as World Demands Cessation
The upswing in tensions between China and Soviet Russia splits the narrative. Initial claims blamed Russia for stirring trouble, but now it appears Reds may have overextended themselves or early reports were flawed. China’s position worsens as Japan England and the United States call for an end to lawlessness while China fears further global backlash.
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China
Russia
Japan
England
America
McNary Plans Farm Relief Bill With White House Aid
Senator McNary will draft a new farm relief measure after meetings with President Coolidge. The President favors relief but opposes the equalization fee plan, guiding McNary to seek an alternative method that still delivers relief.
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Senator McNary
Coolidge
McNary
Automobile Travel Boom Counts Forty Million in 1927
Analysts estimate forty million Americans will tour by automobile in 1927, about one third of the population. They expect vast use of ten million cars and large fuel and oil consumption, though costs remain uncalculated. The public is seen as financially stretched yet eager to travel.
Every Kiss Shortens Life Claim Draws Skepticism
A Kansas press item ridicules an eminent psychologist who says every kiss shortens life by three minutes. It notes absurdity with a humorous example of a 9 year old married man and warns such scientific talk harms society and fuels crime.
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Kansas
William Aven White
Birds control widespread farm pest in North Carolina fields
On a 204 acre North Carolina farm wheat rye and oats suffered green bug damage. Birds such as guldfinch chipping away during peak migration reduced pest levels and lessened crop impact.
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North Carolina
Home, Dad and the Boy
Frank H. Cheley argues against harsh parenting and overprotective discipline. He contends indignant guardians risk destroying boys by mistrust and fear, noting many youths rebel when discouraged. He warns that kindness and trust sustain growth more than stern control. Denver Cole.
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United States
Denver
Cole
Evolution of Human Feet and Horses Hoof Comparison
A Chicago conference by 700 foot specialists discusses evolution from toes to hoof like feet for women. Dr Frank Fureh notes high heels knee garters and tight shoes shorten toes and arch, causing calf muscles to shorten. The passage reflects a satirical misreading of historical quotes from Figures of the Past.
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Chicago
Frank Fureh
Association
Tapestries Worth 2 Million Found in Attic of St Mark’s
In Venice an attic discovery at St Mark’s Cathedral revealed two medieval tapestries valued at about 2 million dollars. Dr Phyllis Ackerman and Prof Arter Upham Pope, advisers to the Chicago Art Institute, identified the textiles hidden beneath burlap coverings.
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Venice
St. Mark's Cathedral
Phyllis Ackerman
Arter Upham Pope
Chicago’ Art Institute
Unclear manuscript notes reveal bone and antler finds near Sod- Artem
Fragmentary OCR hints at a large red deer antler and a bone found at a site near Sod- Artem, with mentions of horses and pigs. The text is garbled, offering few coherent details about dates, people, or events.
Unclear text about poultry ownership and consumption
The readable fragment mentions the United States and chickens with stray terms like owne d and piccons leaving the main fact unclear.
Dempsey Aims to Regain Title From Tunney
The report notes Dempsey believes he can win back the title from Tunney. It mentions he would prove himself beyond Scrclly School and references agricultural topics like corn planting and four row techniques. State experiment stations tested four row hookups last year.
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Dempsey
Nebraska Weather in 1926 Shows Clear Spells and Rain
The report notes 1 2 days were clear in 1926 with 73 days of rain or snow. Remaining days of the year had 84 entirely cloudy and 99 partly clear or partly cloudy days. Average rainfall recorded was 21 07 inches.
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Nebraska
Agricultural Talks Broadcast on U S Department of Agriculture
Over 100 broadcasting stations air practical 15 minute talks furnished by the U S Department of Agriculture. Topics include labor saving machinery livestock care and breeding corn cover control and related subjects.
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U.S. Department of Agriculture
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Pease Grain & Seed Co
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