Foreign born population and ethnic groups in New York area
The piece notes seven nationalities in New York City totaling millions, led by Jews and Italians, with significant shares in New York New Jersey and Pennsylvania. It cites foreign language speakers, immigrant labor, and real estate held by Italians, plus data on Pennsylvania and national Italian populations and a New York advertising firm Louis Kram Inc.
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New York City
United States
New York
New Jersey
Pennyslvania
New England
United States Postal Savings Bank
United
Rome
Rochester
New York State
San Francisco
Pennsylvania
Louis Kram Inc
It Is a Small World After All and Beyond
The passage surveys limits of knowledge and the human urge to explore. It cites Edison as a youth planning to read the Detroit Public Library, notes the impossibility of mastering all fields, and argues that a small world harbors vast, unresolved mysteries and potentials. The tone blends reflection with aphoristic observations on ignorance and curiosity.
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Thomas A. Edison
Detroit Public Library
Coskance
Fields of Truth Realized More Deeply Today
The text argues that progress in science expands understanding yet reveals how little is known. It contrasts ignorant and wise people, noting that wisdom lies in recognizing the vastness of the world.
The Great Sermon and Better Living Message
A Quoted piece urges amiable grumbling to promote common sense and better behavior. It argues correct living is easier, more profitable, and leads to better homes, times, and respect, contrasting careless living with practical restraint.
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W. Howe
British Scientist Finds Early Cancer Marker In Blood
A British scientist announces a method to detect cancer in its early stages from a few drops of blood. Early detection allows prompt treatment and possible permanent eradication, while ignoring growth leads to fatal outcomes. Report any strange growth to your doctor.
United States praised for freedom and protection
The piece extols the U S government for granting citizens greater freedom and protection in life liberty and the pursuit of happiness than any other government, portraying the U S as a global marvel.
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United States
Invention of the Saxophone Tumbles from Accidental Start
A science magazine notes the saxophone arose from an accident and questions whether the field will ever move past that origin. The piece emphasizes uncertainty about future progress in the instrument’s development.
Pot of Gold Illusion Stokes Local Ambition
A reflective piece on people chasing better wages and business in distant towns and states, comparing it to chasing a rainbow ending. It highlights the perennial pursuit of higher income and opportunity beyond familiar roots.
Ancient toe joint reveals age of animal mother-in-law
A playful quip notes science can date ancient animal remains from toe joints and jokes about the dangers of hard work while suggesting friends currently feel fine.
Railroads in nineteenth century, air lanes in twentieth
The article contrasts nineteenth century railroad expansion with twentieth century air lane planning and notes that wealth does not always determine church giving leadership. It highlights shifting scales of influence between infrastructure development and philanthropy.
Plan big corn crop for 1926 nationwide outlook
Washington reports Department of Agriculture census results show farmers intend to plant nearly as much corn in 1926 as 1925, with small declines in spring wheat and mixed changes in oats barley and other crops. Officials warn against overplanting crops like sweet potatoes and caution livestock gains may affect market prices.
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Washington
Department of Agriculture
Agriculture Department
Outlook for 1926 Farmers Face Feed and Livestock Balance
The department notes little chance of a major demand rise for farm products in 1926 and urges a shift to pasture and hay to balance feed production with livestock. Hog numbers may rise slightly, but reduced horses and cattle together with a larger crop carryover keep the market tight in the North Central states.
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North Central
Department
North Central States
Library Sees 50 Percent Gain in Year
The Jewish National Library of the Hebrew University reports 125,683 volumes with 40,890 added in the past year. Notable acquisitions include the first Hebrew book printed in America from 1735, and other rare volumes from the Fifteenth and Sixteenth centuries. Support comes from the Palestine Foundation Fund and the Hebrew University Fund.
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Jerusalem
Jewish National Library of the
Hebrew University
Hugo Bergmann
America
Boston
Harvard University
Spain
Italy
Turkey
Germany
Palestine Foundation Fund
Hebrew University Fund
Live Wire Rockefeler Joins College Paper Board
Princeton student John D Rockefeller ITI is labeled a live wire by peers. He has landed his first job and has sold more advertising than thirteen rivals, earning election to the business board of the college newspaper.
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Princeton
N. J
John D. Rockefeller
ITI
Spaghetti Champion Wins New York Championship
Hoboken resident Max Wolff consumes 279 yards 2 feet 9 inches to win the Greater New York spaghetti championship and its $25 prize, outdistinguishing his closest rival by several yards.
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Hoboken
N. J
Max Wolff
Greater New York
Reno's Record Divorce Decree Totals Mark Year
Reno last year issued 491 divorces to wives and 315 to husbands marking a record year for the county court in civil matters.
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Reno
Coeds at NYU Organize Boxing Class
Thirty women at New York University form a boxing class to learn fighting. The effort aims to provide self defense and fitness training on campus.
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New York
New York University
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