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Newspaper
The Pocatello Tribune
Location
Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1925
Page
4
The article argues that safety comes from maintaining average speeds and avoiding extremes. It highlights that accidents occur when drivers try to pass or rush, especially on hills, due to lack of uniformity in speed. Staying in line with the safe average reduces risk and fatigue.
Charles C. Batchelder, former acting commercial attache, argues that China’s civil war stems from violent class poverty as industrialization pits modern workers against hand labor. He warns of famine risks for 430 million people, danger of a Bolshevik uprising, and Soviet propaganda. He calls for Western social organization and reduced birth rates, noting population growth and emigration as remedies. He also urges careful consideration of foreign concessions and the actions of great powers to avoid missteps.
A column discusses Watson Davis's view that minor earthquakes act as safety valves preventing larger quakes. He cites Dr. William Bowie on yearly global quakes and notes public tax relief trends, Hindenburg election context, and British aristocracy's mood. Local crime mention notes Chicago murder rate.
A humorous sketch describes a woman who never leaves promptly yet insists she was ready soon after. The narrator endures long waits as she chats with friends, finally rushing out after a prolonged delay. The piece satirizes social clock misunderstandings and domestic routines.
Dotty, feeling blue, meets Happy Giggles in the garden. A shrinking magic whistle makes her small enough to see an ant world and its white worm friends up close, guided by Missy Ant and the elf.
Missy Ant explains to Dotty that ants do have wings at a certain life stage and that newly hatched ants leave to establish new homes. She carefully cleans the white larval forms and notes a coming storm as she carries them toward the anthill.
Horoscope style piece notes today starts bright then overcast with mixed opportunities. Birthday insights highlight strong character, ambition and impulsiveness, plus advice on home harmony and care for children born today. Notable births listed include William C. Langdon, Wilson G. Smith, Harold Frederick, and Elsie Ferguson.
Seventy five years ago today Balzac’s death is referenced as headlines note the National Negro Business league meeting in Tulsa Oklahoma and the Northwestern Hotelmen’s convention in Grand Forks North Dakota. Other events include Furman University politics institute opening and a Prairie du Chien treaty anniversary celebration. The Fairbanks family reunion, the Universal Christian Conference on Life and Work in Stockholm, and Orthodox church attendance are also listed.
A woman fled into her home as rain began pattering on the walks after she had released baby larvae into the anthill. She was relieved to have returned before the downpour started.
The piece argues water is essential to digestion and waste removal, urging parents to ensure babies and children receive ample fluids. It prescribes a daily fluid plan, notes risks of soft drinks, praises plain water, and adds three rules: drink before breakfast, more in summer, more when sick. It cites McSwiney and Lillie Russell in passing. Direct references include St Pauls Cathedral capacity as a closing aside.
The tale follows Agatha and Janet, two girls whose jealousy over popularity shifts as Agatha shifts perspective. Janet’s social success drives their rivalry, then mutual cooperation to boost both. The narrative ends with a suggestion to write Mimi for further guidance.
Viscount Grey resigns Liberal Party leadership in the House of Lords as political realignments unfold. Dawes accepts the Republican nomination for vice president marking a cross party alignment shift in the era.
A poetic piece contrasts ocean shore mountains and countryside with city life, praising home as most charming while noting the cost and pace of distant trips. A second brief item lampoons high coal prices and suggests political humor about Dawes and Senate mottos.
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