Cities Moving Up in 1920 Population Classifications
A 1920 census update shows 169 of 229 towns rising in status from 1910. Cities like Akron Camden Kansas City and others enter the 100000-plus class, while 26 advance to 50000–100000. Remaining towns see varied gains and shifts in rank.
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Ington
Ureau
Cleveland
Detroit
Providence
Roch
Avon
Birmingham
Omaha
Fall River
Telve
Akron
Ban Andias
Hartford
Youngstown
Ke City
Camden
N. J
Aedmin del
Kansas City
Bateedford
Mass
Reading
Maines Sa
Yonkers
Wn, Y
Ay Pex
Kissimmee Bank Closes Amid Cattle Market Struggles
The State Bank of Kissimmee closes after a weak cattle market. President W. C. Bryan cites poor livestock demand as the cause, noting reserves fell from 20 percent to 5 percent. Deposits approximate 440000 with surplus 25000 and total resources 500000. creditors may recover 60 cents on the dollar over time.
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Kissimmee
Fia
State Bank of
Oller
W. C. Bryan
C. A. Carson
Bryan
Population Shifts Put 120 Cities in 25 000 to 50 000 Range
The report notes 120 cities now in the 25 000 to 50 000 bracket, 47 cities aged under 25 000 ten years ago have joined this class, and Clinton Ja m shows a decrease dropping below that threshold.
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Clinton
Ja.m
North Carolina in Coal Shortage Grip
North Carolina faces a statewide coal shortage threatening utilities in New Bern and eastern areas. The John L. Roper Lumber Company has shut down for an interim period, leaving over 500 workers unemployed. The city water and light plant has coal for only five more days.
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Newbern
N. C
John L. Roper Lumber Company
City Water and Light
Action on Persia condemned in British journals
London editors blast League of Nations decisions to delay defense aid to Persia against Bolsheviks. Editorials liken the council to a pompous farce and a dead league, while Persian Foreign Minister Izam Pirouz remains hopeful but disappointed. Also notes Mrs. G. O. Johnson named probation officer of the juvenile court.
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London
Council of the
League of Nations
Persia
Council
Izam Pirouz
League
Times Ganlons
Daily News
Herald
Organ of Labor
Copenhagen
Russia
G.O. Johnson
Fidelia Jones
Johnson
Dodson's Liver Tone Ad Promises Quick Relief
An old advertisement touts Dodson's Liver Tone as a safer, gentler alternative to calomel for liver and bowels. The copy claims it cleanses the system overnight without griping, warns calomel causes weakness and nausea, and suggests giving it to children.
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Dodson
Alkali in Shampoos Bad For Washing Hair
An advertisement warns soaps and shampoos contain excess alkali that dry the scalp and brittle hair. It promotes Malsified cocoanut oil shampoo as pure grease free, cheap, and effective. A teaspoonful with water produces rich lather that cleanses and rinses easily, leaving hair soft and shiny.
Police Renew Haunt for Lost Coughlin Baby
Morristown Pa June 17 police search again for 13 month old Blakely Coughlin kidnapped June 2. Kidnappers demanded 6000 dollars after leaving Crank threat and deception led to cash withdrawal then disappearance. Police and family shift view from ransom to possible revenge motive.
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Morristown
Blakely Coughlin
Ae Toeune
Coughlin
Crarest
Coughlins
Birth rate grows throughout Britain
London report notes a rise in births across England with nurses booked months ahead and doctors in high demand. The Lancashire Midwives committee chair reports birth rates near pre war levels, while Registrar General data show 1,442 more births in eight weeks of 1920 than the same period prior. An apparent surplus of baby boys in London signals a population rebound.
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London
England
Lancashire
Midwives Committee
Registrar General
Local Clippings Reflect Varied Early 20th Century News
An array of brief items from Atlantic City to New Haven covers political mentions of Warren G Harding in Cleveland, a name change for Hattie Booze, a seaside honeymoon in San Jose, and humorous notes on tobacco, court cases, and public hay curling. Each blurb captures a slice of daily life and civic quirks from the era.
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Los Angeles
Hattie A
Superior Court
Hattie Southwick
San Jobe
Calif
Charles
Diamond
Chicago
George Winnerstrom
Landis
New Haven
Conn
Investigation clears shots aimed at Alessandri
In Santiago on June 17 investigators concluded the alleged assassination attempt on Liberal alliance candidate Arturo Alessandri involved a police officer in uniform who fired twice while on duty outside the senator's home. The officer was seized from behind, robbed of his watch and chain, then released before a car fired shots to summon help.
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Santiago
Chile
Arthuro Algssardri
Liberal Alliance
Senor Alessandri
Ain
Distributors Form U S Association Chicago Event
A new chapter of the national association of manufacturers representatives was formed in Chicago yesterday. The group aims to unite distributors who move commodities through public warehouses across 26 lines. The announcement highlights the growing network and its practical aims.
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Chicago
National Association of Manufacturers
Setha
English Dominates Lutheran Synod Concluding Detroit Meeting
The Evangelical Lutheran synod began its 16th triennial convention with 1000 delegates as English displaced German in ceremonies for the first time. Three key proposals were presented: a $1300 annual minimum salary with housing for professors, $2 million for a new seminary to replace Concordia in St Louis, and creation of a Lutheran center in New York.
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Detroit
Evangelical Lutheran Synod
Concordia
St. Louis
Lutheran “Center
New York
Fast Schedule Provides Ticket Holders Exact Fare Details
A brief note explains that passengers can secure travel by providing themselves with tickets or the exact fare. The text emphasizes convenience in arranging transport with precise pricing.
Ziron advertised as a tonic for weak health
A patient letter from J. B. Kelly of Graceville Florida praises Ziron claiming improved appetite nerves and strength after two weeks of use. The ad promotes Ziron as a scientific iron-based tonic and notes a money back guarantee with druggists selling the product.
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Tional Bank
Graceville
Fia
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