Life in Shanghai Turns Violent for Marv in Alley Fight
Marv is lured by a rickshaw ride into a dark alley in the International settlement where Chinese coolies ambush him. He fights back with football tactics, then is overwhelmed under a pile of attackers while a Sikh policeman arrives, subdues the assailants, and Marv is taken to the police station before returning to his ship.
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WWELL
China
United States Marine Corps
Shanghai
Marvin WeAtchison
Marv
Marv Atchison
Marine Corps
Marblehead
Uncle Sam
West Indies
Panama Canal
Hawaii
Mary
Pacific
International Settlement
Tone
Description of the Yellow-throat Bird Features
Along wooded streams and moist thickets the yellow-throat occurs. It is olive green with bright yellow throat and breast fading to white under the tail, a black mask edged with gray behind it, dusky olive-brown feet.
Falconry in England during the Crusades era
Falconry was England’s leading sport during the Crusades with participation by both women and men. Expeditions used hooded hawks on frames carried by servants and each sportsman bore a favorite bird perched on the wrist.
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England
Nebraska parks lag as CCC speeds state projects
Nebraska ranks last in park development among its region as CCC crews work under federal supervision to build and develop sites. In Omaha regional headquarters, 53 companies are active in six states with only one in Nebraska, while neighboring states reported rapid progress with state park commissions guiding plans. Projects underway include Carter Lake South Sioux City Ponca park and near Scottsbluff Wild Cat Mills park with others considered at Hummel Lincoln Pioneer parks and Wahlgreen Crystal lakes.
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Lincoln
Nebraska
CO. S
National Park Service
Ser
Omaha
Netaska
Minnesota
Iowa
CCC
Goming
Montana
Carter Lake
South Sioux
Ponca Park
Scottsbluff
Wild Cat Mills Park
Hummel Park
Pioneer Park
Wahlgreen Lake
Hay Springs
Crystal Lake
Sioux City
September Is Record Month for Nebraska Gas Tax
Lincoln reports September gross gas tax receipts of 1,085,214 with 325,564 mailed to county treasurers as three eighths shares. State relief funds 27,043 set aside for pensions but unusable due to a Supreme Court ruling. September 1940 figures exceed August by about 1,300 and compare to 786,934 net revenue last year.
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Lincoln
Nebraska
Hall
CCC Emphasizes CCC and WPA Jobs Plan for Nebraska
A Nebraska survey shows CCC as the main provider of relief with 225 of 6,800 enrollees currently. The WPA plans to employ 15,100, CCC 6,800, and other agencies 3,700, totaling 25,600 jobs by November 1, though family cases often involve multiple people. The effort aims to speed up project starts across the state.
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CCC
Lincoln
Civilian Conservation Corps
Nebraska
Works Progress
Nya
Dangers of Overweight in Surgical Patients
Medical article notes overweight increases surgical risk due to fat tissue hindering circulation and heart function. Dr. Seifert’s studies show higher obesity-related death rates and post operative complications like pus formation and pneumonia. Overweight individuals also face greater chronic illness and higher blood pressure raising stroke risk.
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E. Seifert
Munich
Seifert
E. P. Juslin
Boston
England Guards New Textile Machinery Trade Secrets
As factory machinery for textiles emerged, England kept tight control over the industry guarding advances. Travelers faced searches to prevent plans for machinery from leaving the country and fueling foreign competition.
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England
Pleated smart play frock pattern for children
Pattern 2382 offers a pleated frock with bloomers in sizes 4 6 and 8. Includes step by step sewing instructions and a convenient buttoned closure and short or long sleeves. Send 15 cents to Sewing Circle Pattern Dept New York for size details and fabric yardage.
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Sewing Circle Pattern Dept
West Seventeenth St
New York City
On with the Dance A muddled grand march scene
In a lively social, Dustin Stax recalls asking for a grand march but the band launched into a waltz and the dancers kept circling. The exchange captures a humorous misstep as the crowd adapts and carries on with the music.
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Dustin Stax
Wealthy Crank Refuses Small-Time Loans
A playful Victorian tone features a back-and-forth about seeking minor financial aid with mock theatrics. The speaker jokes about being no longer easily swayed by offers, hinting at past fortunes and current prudence. The exchange carries a spry, witty edge.
The Quick and the Dead Stray Stories Quote
The human race divided into two great classes. Boy Motorists and pedestrians as presented by Stray Stories Magazine.
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Stray Stories Magazine
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