Sea Vamp mystery deepens on Long Island beach
Guy Garrick and Dick Defoe chase Ruth Walden and her circle after a spectacular radio dance heist. They tail Ruth to a houseboat named Sea Vamp, where Glenn Buckley and others mingle with Ruth, raising questions about crime and trust as the pursuit continues.
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Guy Garrick
Dick Defoe
New York
Ruth Walden
Ruth
Glenn Buckley
Garrick
Duck Harbor
Long Island Beach
Glenn
Princeton
Buckley
Vira Gerard
Guy
Vira
Mr. Sherlocke
Fellows
Local News Routine and AP Rights Notice
Daily mobile news item printed at Mobile Alabama with second class matter. Acknowledges Associated Press exclusive republication rights for dispatches and local news content.
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Postoffice
Ast Mobile
Ala
Associated Press
Warrior barge line seen as key for Alabama economy
The Warrior line is hailed as a core Inland Waterway project aiding Alabama and the Central South. Congress members from Alabama weigh in at a Washington conference, aiming for a self sustaining service and a fairer rail water freight split as port development grows. Co operation in marketing is urged as a path to lower living costs with Utah style cooperative practices praised for boosting producer and consumer wealth.
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Alabama
Warrior
Washington
Underwood
Oliver and
McDuffie
Lenroot
Oliver
South
Upper
Joint
Congressional Committee On Agricultural Inquiry
Anderson
Utah
The College Man and Railroad Promotion
A railroad president cites rising opportunities for college graduates in railroading and argues that disciplined study and concentration give graduates advantages in any field. He urges students to complete their courses despite sacrifice, noting the degree is valued as service by employers.
Local Observations and Citizen Concerns Tackled
A column remarks on diverse topics from restaurant gumbo inquiries to road washouts and political chatter. It notes leaks in downtown sheds, praise for protected roadwork, a Ford presidential bid rumor, school grade reform jokes, a street railway damage lawsuit tied to ballpark parking, and possible fare increases.
Quips on Trends and Trials Make Light of Modern Life
A collage of wry observations notes social mores and curiosities from marriage and fashion to politics and cities. It riffs on grooms and brides in terse jokes, hints at a shrinking future for suitors, and lampoons urban growth, commerce, and daily routines with brisk, playful lines.
Where Did You Get That Word Character
The piece discusses the Latin origin of character as a sign or mark and asserts life leaves an imprint on a person’s face. It argues strong character is shown by self restraint and purpose, while weak character is visible in appearance. It claims everyone can cultivate this engraved mark of good conduct.
Extradition Defined in Historical Context
The term extradition means surrender of a prisoner by one authority to another with jurisdiction to try the case. It derives from Latin ex meaning out and traditio meaning delivery up, used to describe cross border handing over of alleged criminals.
Fable Notes Love Endures Before Wedding
A short tale recounts a man who planned to wed the girl he loved, reflecting on time and commitment. He had paid for a ring and prepared for marriage, yet the wedding remained to come. A year later the couple stayed as devoted, proving time cannot break their bond.
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Harold Swanson
Judge
That Was a Fine Tribute to the Flag
An orator recalls interrupting a heckler during a patriotic address. The speaker notes the moment as emergency work and describes recognizing the aggressor by a distinctive throat clearing as he began to speak on The Star-Spangled Banner.
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Birmingham Age-Herald
Proverbial Thought on Charity and Faith in Action
A reflective excerpt equates a righteous giver to a fountain, warning against preemptive giving before the wicked. It argues the world seeks practical faith-driven deeds over theory, craving tangible good works and spiritual solutions for societal harmony, bearing a divine signature.
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God
J. H. Thom
From the Wise Preverb Advice on Quarrels and Sparks
A proverb warns that one who stirs up trouble has no right to complain about sparks. It likens quarrels to a pitcher and stone clash, noting that harm follows from both sides in equal measure. The saying advises restraint to avoid blame.
Duchess de la Valliere and the Court of Louis XIV
A historical portrait of Versailles society highlighting Madame de Maintenon, the Marchioness de Montespan, and Louise, Duchess de la Valliere. It notes Louis XIV’s fondness for splendor, the king’s attempts to elevate Maintenon, and Valliere’s death in June 1710 amid royal marriage intrigues.
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Louis XIV
Versailles
France
Madame de Maintenon
Marchionens de Montespan
Duchess de la Valliere
Royal
Louise
Louis
China’s governors challenge central rule and threaten unity
The text argues China’s vast, decentralized governance fails to centralize power. Viceroys and provincial governors hold real authority, backed by military governors who overshadow civilians. Central control rests on provincial finance, risking civil war unless a unified army command emerges.
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China
Yuan Shi Kai
Chinn
Peking
Mabe
Common Sense Pasteurization At Home For Milk
Practical method to pasteurize milk at home using a tin pail saucer bottle water and stove heat. Five minutes of boiling then 20 to 25 minutes in warm water followed by rapid cooling and chilling. Advocates continued cool storage and regular pasteurization over raw milk especially for children.
Evening Stories For the Little Folks
Nancy and Nick descend from the sky with Green Shoes to visit Tommy Brown’s house. Wink the dream-fairy battles Comet-Legs while Nick plans to neutralize him with magical powder. Comet-Legs escapes on his star as Tommy receives a kind dream. To Be Continued.
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Nancy
Nick
Tommy Brown
Wink
Comet-Legs
Tommy Browns
Tommy
Comet-Leg
Mr. Veerabout
Rippling Rhymes By Walt Mason
The poem describes a night routine of a weary worker who rests on a shabby bed and wakes to fix things, contrasting with idle neighbors who do not work and fail to sleep. The speaker values daily labor and productive activity, finding relief only after a day spent in useful tasks.
Uncommon Sense on Crooked Office Holders
The text argues that crooked politicians betray voters for private gain and notes that many are honest public servants despite small pay. It condemns self serving officials who justify corruption and calls for accountability to keep public life cleaner and resist lifelong office holders.
Anniversary of Dunmow Flitch Revival Timed to 1701 Court
This note recalls the first modern revival of the Dunmow flitch of bacon on June 7 1701 when William Dunmow and his wife proved marital happiness to five old maids in Dunmow court. It traces the medieval origin and the rare award of a bacon gammon to couples who vow no quarrel for a year and would repeat the marriage.
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William Dunmow
Much Easton
Dunmow
Dunmow Priory
Dunmond
William Parsley
St Louis Museum Receives 126 Ancient Rugs
St Louis has given a museum 126 ancient rugs. A local hotel undergoes spring cleaning as the city prepares for seasonal changes.
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St. Louis
John Bunyan A Puritan Preacher In Bedford Jail
A condensed history of John Bunyan born 1622 in England, his 12 year confinement in Bedford jail ending June 7 1672, and his prolific religious writings including Pilgrim's Progress. It notes his early life, conversion, Puritan path, family, and enduring literary impact.
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John Bunyan
Bedford
Bunyan
London
Baptist Church
Bun
Peach
Bible
Fox
Mart
Pilgrim's Progress
Badman
Froude Bunyan
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