Canada Wheat Prices Lift Expectations for Farmers
The Canadian Grains Board fixed a minimum No. 1 wheat price of 2.15 per bushel with an expected 40 cent premium above that, distributing about 40 million to Saskatchewan and Manitoba farmers. Dr Magill argued for open trading amid world shortages, noting Russia India Australia and the US market dynamics could raise prices and export potential for Canadian wheat.
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Anedian Grain Board
Saskatchewan
Manitoba
Erm
Robert Magill
Winnipeg
Magill
Ourssia
India
Australia
Europe
Argentine
North America
United States
Calian
Valley Forge kettle ties to Revolutionary era history
Alders of Mii Hos reports an iron kettle with Mersting history once used by General Washington's army at Valley Forge. The heavy baking kettle belonged to Mrs. Werle at Wool Forge in 1776 and was later passed to Mrs. J. Dapps' father of Isis City Times, reflecting a long lineage of family ownership.
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Valley Forge
Our
Carthage
Bles S Alders
Mii Hos
George Wash
Merit Valley Forge
Sanders
William Werle
Wols Forge
Reece
Watt
J. ¥. Dapps
Isis City Times
Eatonic Proves Best After Ten Years
A testimonial ad claims Eatonic relieves long term stomach trouble after suffering years. It urges readers to visit their local outlet, try a big box, and promises quick relief with a money back guarantee if not satisfied. The copy cites acid and toxin removal as the mechanism of action.
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Eatonic
Detin
Mile Warr
Hough
Eatonie
Hale
Sov a cheerful gi Nist every Inan woman and
A fragmentary OCR line mentions a cheerful gift list in a wartime or holiday context, including references to men, women, and civilians. The text is unclear but signals a communal or charitable gesture amid wartime life.
Federal Reserve reports July business and crop trends
The July Federal Reserve review notes improved crop conditions in agricultural regions and a more confident business climate, with speculation reduced and extravagant buying easing. It cites continued industrial curtailment due to weak demand, transportation bottlenecks, steel and grain delays, higher unemployment, and local labor unrest influencing credit and output.
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Washington, D. C
Federal Reserve Board
Lipton Fails to Lift Cup in Close Resolute Triumph
The 1920 American regatta ends with Resolute defeating Shamrock IV three to two in the final race off Sandy Hook New Jersey. Sir Thomas Lipton credits the American defender, pledging a rematch with Shamrock V next year and praising the sportsmanship shown by the winners.
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Sandy Hook
N. J
Thomas Lipton
Shamrock IV
Thomas
Shamrock V
Dayton Honors Cox Parade in Capital City Celebration
Dayton Ohio last Friday celebrated James M. Cox Democratic nominee for the presidency with a parade through the capital city. About twelve thousand people marched past the reviewing stand to show their pride in Cox and the homecoming tribute from the Miami valley.
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Dayton
Ohio
Miami Valley
James M. Cox
Cox
Townley and Gilbert Denied New Trials in Conspiracy Case
A Minnesota judge denies new trials for A C Townley, NNL president, and Joseph Gilbert, former organizer, on charges of conspiracy to encourage disloyalty during the war. Both serve 90 days in jail after their Jackson County convictions a year ago for speeches supporting the nonpartisan league in Jackson.
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Fairmont
Minn
A. C. Townley
National Nonpartisan League
Joseph Gilbert
Townley
Gilbert
Jackson
Nonpartisan League
Jackson County
Coal famine fears loom as Illinois mines strike widen
Washington reports two thirds of Illinois coal mines idle sparking fuel shortages in the northwest and New England. Officials consider export embargo on Pocahontas grade. John L. Lewis warns any change to the interstate miners' pact could trigger a national strike by UMW.
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Washington, D. C
Illinois
Northwest
New England
Wilson
Late Fuel Administration
Middle West
William Rourke
Chicago
Independent Coal Dealers’ Association
John L. Lewis
Indianapolis
United Mine Workers
Coast to Coast Air Mail Opens Early September
Air mail service from New York to San Francisco is expected to start the first week of September contingent on landing fields and hangars at Cheyenne Salt Lake City and Reno being completed. The initial leg to Omaha will use all metal planes while the Omaha to San Francisco segment will use De Havilland aircraft.
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Washington, D. C
New York
San Francisco
Praeger
Cheyenne
Salt Lake City
Reno
Nev
Omaha
de Haviland
Postoffice Department
Villa to Be Citizen
Eagle Pass Texas Francisco Villa the bandit idol to Mexican peons moves toward private citizenship in Torreon after talks with the De La Huerta government. Terms include a year's army pay for about 1800 men and land allotments for Villa and his force along with a financial guaranty.
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Eagle Pass
Texas
Francisco Villa
Mexico
Torreon
de la Huerta
Villa
Suit to End War Dismissed in Capital Court
The District of Columbia supreme court dismissed the mandamus petition to compel Secretary Colby to promulgate Wilson’s peace resolution and declare the U.S. at peace with Germany and Austria. Attorney Harry S. McCartney said he would appeal to the district court of appeals and seek certiorari to the U.S. Supreme Court to move the case there directly.
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Washington, D. C
District of Columbia Supreme Court
Mandamus
Colby
Wilson
United States
Germany
Austria
Harry S. Mccartney
District Court of Appeals
United States Supreme Court
District Appellate Tribunal
Coal Operators Decline Conference With Miners in Indiana
Indiana coal operators refuse to join a joint conference with miners urged by John L. Lewis to alter or amend the interstate award. The Indiana Bituminous Coal Operators Association cites contracts and the mandatory award as reasons for nonparticipation.
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Chicago
Ill
Indiana
John L. Lewis
United Mine Workers of America
Interstate Commerce Commission
Indiana Bituminous Coal Operators’ Association
Will Not Be One Day Without Pe-ru-Na
Mrs Mary Fricke of Belleville recounts her long struggle with stomach cramps headaches and illness and credits Pe-ru-Na with restoring her health after years of use. The testimonial argues the product strengthens digestion purifies blood calms nerves and boosts appetite and energy. Tablet or liquid sold everywhere.
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Mary Fricke
Bornman St
Belleville
Mary Prick
Peru
Dealings in Daylight Stock and Penny-Tickler Tales
Two high school age youths linger in a local broker's office studying ticker tape hints and misreading PM as a stock price while observing United States Steel and Great Northern Ore quotes. The board marker jokes on their afternoon market punt as one o clock ticks. A second item recalls a husband dinner anecdote about a boy using a quarter to buy potatoes, prompting a witty misinterpretation.
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Everything Financial
United States Steel
Great Northern
Indianapolis News
Philip
A Captious Critic Attacks Ad Phrase for Furnished Apartment
The Boston Transcript cites B L T criticizing a Transcript advertiser for calling a rental “ideal for man and wife or bride and groom.” The critic argues that wedlock is defined by the couple until the honeymoon ends and daily life begins with cooking or finances.
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Transcript
Boston Transcript
Modern Maxima Hitch your wagon to a star quote
A Louisville Courier-Journal note presents a maxim about aiming high and asks readers what guidance they offer to motorists. The brief emphasizes inspirational phrasing and prompts reflection on driving and ambition.
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Louisville Courier-Journal
The Pacific Sea in Harper’s Magazine Portrait
Harrison Rhodes compares the Pacific to the Atlantic noting its aloof, saltless fogs and sunlit shines. He describes the western ocean as monstrous yet lovely and inhuman, a distinct temperament from eastern seas.
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Pacific
Harrison Rhodes
Harper's Magazine
Injuring the Profession by Critics of Sideshow Publicity
A man claims the freak business is declining due to excess outsiders overshadowing sideshows. He argues the field is suffering from overexposure and loss of audience interest.
Strive and Faith Compared in Historic Quote
A fragment quotes the maxim that it is better to strive with faith than never to try, reflecting an old era sentiment about effort and belief.
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Canada
Dominion
Western
Fter
Lipton
Western Sea
Postum Cereal Co
Ino Battle Creek, Michigan
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