Federal aid for highways faces western pressure to sustain programs
An editorial argues that discontinuing federal aid for highways harms national development and western states' road programs. It notes federal sponsorship has long boosted taxable wealth, funds schools and roads, and that western regions rely on federal highway money to access forest reserves, parks, and growing motor travel demands.
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Tome
United States
National Forests of
California
Salvation Army Citadel Sheds History Of Former Saloon Site
In Columbus Indiana a paving store removal revealed a centuries old marker linking the Salvation Army citadel to a former saloon that stood there for decades before Prohibition. Residents note a snake symbol connected to the site’s past.
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Columbus
Indiana
Salvation Army
Chautauqua Circuits Drop Sunday Programs for 1926
Several Chautauquas have dropped Sunday performances this year or announced no Sunday schedule for 1926, reflecting growing Sunday sentiment nationwide. The change affects multiple circuits and signals a shift in programming and weekend accessibility for attendees.
Mayor Hylan Says He Will Retire With Nothing To Regret
The mayor declares retirement from office without regrets and hints at not seeking re election. The piece also notes political endorsements and mentions Al Smith for president amid uncertainty in political circles.
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Hylan
Minty Mink Finds New Neighbors by the Pond
Dotty meets Minty Mink while fishing at the pond and learns Minty, his wife, and their kits live in a bank cavity nearby. Minty explains hunting ethics, introduces cousin Biddy Weasel, and Dotty promises to keep their nest secret.
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Dotty
Mello
Minty Mink
Biddy Weasel
Mama Mink
Mrs. Mink
Chicago Board of Trade approves sweeping rule changes
The Chicago board of trade adopted major rule revisions by wide vote. Changes include mail voting for 600 non resident members, a business conduct committee, and limits on daily price swings to curb manipulation.
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Chicago
Chicago Board of Trade
Board of Trade
Minneapolis
Department of Agriculture
Forty Pilots Ready for Races at Mitchell Field
Mitchell Field N Y Oct 10 Forty pilots prepare for three day air races after a fatal opening crash did not dampen enthusiasm for the events. The Mulvihill trophy race features 16 contestants with rubber band powered hand launched craft.
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Mitchell Field
N. Y
Settlement Reached on Czecho-Slovakian Debt Funding
Washington reports late yesterday that arrangements for funding the Czecho-Slovakian debt to the United States were completed. The plan provides for 115 million dollars to be liquidated over a 62 year period.
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Washington
United States
What This Day Cans to You By Mary Blake
Today’s planetary aspects are adverse in the morning and may irritate temper. After noon the mood improves for social and recreational gatherings, with love stories likely to advance. Those born today will be bright and vivacious, with strong personality and broad interests. Notable birthdays include Nathan Miller and John J. Stevenson.
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Mary Blake
Poore Elevated to Major General and 7th Corps Leader
Brigadier General Benjamin A. Poore receives a major general promotion effective today and assumes command of the 7th Corps Area at Omaha. A World War hero, Poore earned the Distinguished Service Cross for valor in France and previously led the Seventh Infantry Brigade in major offensives. He succeeds Maj. Gen. George B. Duncan, who retires today.
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7Th Corps
Omaha
United States Army
France
Alabama
General Poore
United States Military Academy
Massachusetts
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Meuse-Argonne
Veale
Toule
Fort Sheridan, Ll
George B. Duncan
Romanian Debt Commission Cancels Atlantic Voyage
The Romanian debt funding commission, due to sail from Cherbourg to the United States, has canceled its passage, according to AP dispatches. The move leaves plans unsettled for securing funds in the debt program.
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Bucharest
Rumania
Cherbourg
United States
When Jones Becomes Wealthy A Cautionary Verse
A poem by James J. Montague compares Jones who dreams of wealth with dreams of a grand car and strict adherence to speed laws. After becoming rich he is mocked by neighbors and cops, showing that intentions with money often fail in practice. Additional lines suggest skepticism about police honors for Babe Ruth, daylight saving, and lack of new American universities due to football coach unemployment.
Global and National Events.marked anniversaries and openings Today
China observes a holiday for the Republic centennial and Kruger’s birth anniversary. England marks the centenary of the first passenger car on rail. Dallas hosts a major Texas state fair opening. UNC commemorates Civil War reopening’s 50th. Indianapolis debuts the 1925 dairy exposition. Washington witnesses Princess Bertha Catacuzno’s wedding to Bruce Smith. George B. Duncan retires from the US Navy. Boston opens the first American managed world rubber exposition celebrating 100 years of the industry and 25 years of the Rubber Association of America.
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Transvaal
England
Dallas
University of North Carolina
Indianapolis
Washington
Bertha Catacuzno
Grant
Bruce Smith
George B. Duncan
Fune
Boston
The
Rubber Association of America
Historical Anniversary Highlights From 1825 To 1923
A compendium of notable dates and figures includes 1684 Watteau birth, 1721 death, the Experiment railcar in England, 1839 Jason Lee mission voyage, 1864 Father Mathew statue in Cork, 1870 Janauschek English debut, 1894 Sir John Astley death, 1917 Wilson food license proclamation, and the 1923 discovery of Oglethorpe’s coffin.
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Jean Antoine Watteau
Valenciennes
Paris
England
Jason Lee
New York
Lausanne
Pacific Coast
Father Mathew
Cork
Ireland
Mme. Janauschek
Academy of Music
John Astley
London
Wilson
Oglethorpe
Georgia
Dawes Plan Loan Contract Signed by German Government
One year ago today a loan contract under the Dawes plan was signed at the Bank of England, marking a key financial agreement between Germany and England.
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Dawes Plas
Bank of Engnd
Today’s Birthday List Honors Notable Figures
The notice lists birthdays of Dr Fridtjof Nansen born near Oslo Norway Ud years ago today Prince Charles born in Brussels 22 years ago today Lord Reading born in London 65 years ago today Gen George B Duncan born Lexington Kentucky 64 years ago today and John M Nelson born Dane County Wisconsin 55 years ago today.
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Oslo
Norway
Prince Charles
Brussels
Lord Reading
India
London
George B. Duncan
Lexington
John M. Nelson
Congress
Wisconsin
Dane County
Wis
Insurance merger eyed for Idaho State Life and Occidental Life
Boise Oct 10 Idaho State Life Insurance, a leading state business, will merge within 30 days with Occidental Life Insurance of Los Angeles. R J Giles general manager said negotiations concluded Thursday and the consolidation will not alter company organization or staff.
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Boise
Idaho State Life Insurance Company
Occidental Life Insurance Company of
Los Angeles
Wednesda
R. J. Giles
Occidental Life Insurance Company
Tale Company
Giles
Miners Union Weighs Royal Commission Participation
London reports the miners federation debating joining the royal commission on coal industry reform. The decision hinges on wage concessions and unemployment benefit terms, with talks continuing to address grievances and employer retroactions.
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London
Royal Commission
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