California Road Plan Allocates Fifty-Seven Million for 1923 24 1924 25
California will spend 57 million dollars on maintenance and reconstruction of state and county roads for 1923 24 and 1924 25. The state highway commission aims to rebuild 364.7 miles of state highways at about 9.88 million dollars while maintaining 3,926 miles of improved roads at 1.27 million in 1923 24 and 4,148 miles at 1.50 million in 1924 25. The piece notes asphaltic concrete wearing surfaces and wider shoulders improving road durability and traffic handling. It also mentions federal enforcement under the Food and Drugs Act and a proposal for President to tour irrigated Idaho Falls roads during his visit, with a suggestion to extend a visit west of Pocatello.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
State Highway Commission
Idaho Falls
Pocatello
Northbound crowds head to Shelby as Ford turns south
The President and Amundsen lead a large crowd north toward Shelby while Henry Ford appears to be the sole notable figure diverting southward at this moment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
President
Amundsen
Shelby
Henry Ford
Sermon by Bishop Gailor Probes Liberty and Law in America
The Dayton Tenn News summarizes a Washington sermon by Bishop Thomas F. Gailor of Tennessee with President Harding among auditors. Gailor warns that Americans risk losing respect for law and liberty as democracy faces new group pressures and legal constraints. He argues true virtue comes from self-government, not coercive statutes, and urges individuals to act from conscience while defending individual rights.
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Dayton
Tenn
Washington, D. C
Thomas F. Gailor
Protestant Episcopal
Tennessee
Harding
Ilo
Kfe
Gailor
Rei Felon
Demos
Mao
Conversions Opening Today in National Trade Circles
Brief notices indicate openings or launches in various U S trade sectors including Norms in Conn American Federaltile Operatives in Cleveland and the Galveston Texas Laundry Own. The items reference corporate or organizational entities and suggest regional commerce activity beginning today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arenua
United States
Norm's
Conn
American Federa-lxtile Operatives
Clevelargi
National Association of Eal Esta
Oards Galveston-Texas Laundry Own
Churches Raise $16,628 More in 1922 Than 1921
Churches of this country collected a total of $505,052,978 in 1922 and $505,036,350 in 1921, showing an increase of $16,628 for the year. The figures reflect nationwide fundraising by congregations and affiliated denominations.
Dotty Meets Mrs Quail and Two Birdlings in Wheat Field
Dotty and Happy Giggles visit a wheat field where they meet Mrs Quail and her two newborn quail chicks. They learn Daddy Quail has gone to a meeting, and Mrs Quail plans to care for 15 more birds while promising Dotty a future visit with the brood. The birds help farmers by eating weed seeds and weevils.
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Dotty
Happy Gigg Wies
Mousie
Happy Giggles
Mrs. Quail
Daddy Quail
Mama Quail
Today’s Anniversaries Across History
Key dates include 1759 Wolfe landing near Quebec with 8000 troops, 1801 Cairo seized by Britain, 1861 Hayes named major of the 23rd Ohio, 1863 Morgan’s raid into Ohio, 1891 European gunboats protecting foreign residents, 1894 Casimir Perier elected French president, and 1918 US troops land in Genoa Italy.
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Wolfe
Quebec
Cairo
Aea
Henry FE. Abbey
Akron
New York City
Rutherford B. Hayes
Ohio Voluneers
Morgan
Ohio
M. Casimir-Perier
French Republic
M. Carnot
United States
Genoa
Italy
Undefined Statement on Community Standing and Fashion Lift
A provocative claim links personal space to social standing and notes fashion tricks. The text suggests altering footwear to change appearance by adding height and shifting silhouette.
Leo traits and well known figures born July 21 to August 22
Horoscope notes propitious outlook for signing contracts and a child born today may be headstrong and self-reliant. Leo individuals are sensitive to others opinions yet skilled in organization and promotion, seeking the right partner for fulfillment. Notable figures listed include Paul Lawrence Dunbar, Jeonard Case, and James S. Metcalf.
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Leo
Paul Lawrence Dunbar
Jeonard Case
James S. Metcalf
Centenary of Dorman B Eaton and Today's Regional Meetings
Today marks the centennial birth tribute to Dorman B Eaton noted lawyer and reformer as regional gatherings convene. The Northwest Electric Light and Power Association meets in Seattle for a four day session while Atlantic City hosts an international convention on strict license laws. The General Council of the Presbyterian Church convenes in New York to discuss benevolent boards and the New Era movement. The National Association of Real Estate Boards begins its sixteenth annual convention in Cleveland focusing on housing, labor and material costs and overall financing.
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Dorman B. Eaton
Civil Service Reform
United States
Northwest Electric Light and Power Association
Seattle
Ubs
Atlantic City
General Counc
Ser Genent
Prevbsterian Church
New York City
New Era Movement
National Association of Real Estate Boards
Cleveland
The Blunt Woman Excerpts in Social Exchanges
A humorous sketch depicts men avoiding blunt women, suggesting tactless talk bewilders men. It contrasts Mr B with red hair and Miss Tactful praising a bright orange necktie. The piece notes women may speak plainly to women but face social avoidance from men.
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Mr. B
Miss
Miss T
George Gray Barnard, Leading Gothic Art Authority
Geo. Gray Barnard, celebrated American sculptor and authority on Gothic art, whose opinion has been sought by French artists in a controversy over authenticity of pieces sent to America. Born sixty years ago in Bellefonte, Pa., Barnard studied at the Art Institute in Chicago and the French national school in Paris. He is recognized as virile and independently American in the nation’s fine arts, with a notable current display near the Pennsylvania Capitol in Harrisburg and works in private and New York collections.
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Geo. Gray Barnard
America
France
Bellefonte
Mr. Banard
Chicago
School of the Art Institute
Paris
National School of Fine Arts
Capitol
Pennsylvania
Harris
New York City
Aviators Note Ground Wind Too Light for Climb
A report says winds near the ground at 15 miles per hour differ from winds at 500 feet where speeds reach 20 to 40 miles per hour. The observation highlights wind shear risk for flight operations and climb planning.
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Aviators Ang
Yellow Emerges as Most Recognized Daytime Color
The color yellow stands out as the most identifiable hue during the day, widely recognized for its brightness and visibility. Studies or surveys cited indicate high daytime recognition compared with other colors.
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Associated Prenp
Stessber American Newspaper Publishers
Asoc
Stasorifelos Paicz
the Tribune
Idaho
the Tribune Co., Ltd
William Wallin Peete
Patic MuLas Iort
Athur Brisbane
Mr. Brisbane
Brisbane
BY Gluy AS
Williams
Suburban Heights
Wheeler Syn
GLU Witch
By Maey Blaeb
OSE
Congress
Hez
All Pocatello
Pocatello Clearing House
Ass'n
H. A. Reynolds
Mgr
West Pocatello
Ideal Residence
Idaho Loan & Investment Company
Orpheum Building
W. L. Mackenzie
East Center
U.S. Labor Board
Rudman & Gottberg
Center ST
Utah Power & Light CO
Utah Power & Light
J. A. Hogle & Co
South Arthur
Touraine Hotel
Citizens Bank
Stanley Phillips
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