Proving That Her Poem Was Worth Space
A small town editor, Jim Bryce, refuses a gloomy poem from Mrs. Saunderson, who then tricks him by presenting Wordsworth pages with her daughter Jane's name substituted. The editor declares the Sentinel cannot consider such contributions and ends the dispute.
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Jim Bryce
Four Corners Sentinel
Jane
Sentine
Folka
the Sentinel
Sentinel
Mrs. Saunderson
Jim
Wordsworth
Pilot saves child on Payette Valley train crossing
In Pocatello Idaho Oregon Short Line Fireman George Ramsay crawled to the engine pilot and pushed two year old Daniel Smith clear of the tracks as train 877 approached at about fifteen miles per hour. The child escaped with scratches and a cheek smudge. the father Orson Smith works for Boise-Payette Lumber and the mother was ill in bed.
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Pocatello
Idaho
Payette Valley
Oregon Short Line
George Ramsay
J. F. Whalen
Daniel Smith
Orson Smith
J. B. Hutchinson
Daniel
Boise-Payette Lumber Company
Seeing Troubles Ahead Headed Off With Action
Fort Wayne News Sentinel notes the merit of facing troubles cheerfully yet emphasizes the greater value of anticipatory planning and taking steps to prevent problems before they arise. The quote highlights proactive habit alongside resilience in daily life.
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Fort. Wayne
American Competition Irks British Movies
London laments the decline of domestic film production as American movies dominate hundreds of British theaters. Filmmakers warn that England's colonies are being Americanized by California and New York studios. A campaign seeks heavy taxes on foreign films by the Baldwin government.
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London
England
Movie magnates move into Piccadilly theaters
Government has kept silent on intentions regarding films as wealthy Broadway magnates arrive. They are already building or purchasing large cinemas in the Piccadilly Circus area, signaling a bold expansion in the movie trade.
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Broadway
Piccadilly Circus
Bonanza Word Origin in Comstock Lode Mining
The term Bonanza, arising from the Spanish word for fair weather, was first used by Comstock Lode miners in Nevada to denote an abundance of precious metal. It later broadened to mean any good fortune or successful venture.
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Comstock Lode
Nevada
Notice of Wakefield Michigan Registration Sessions 1925
The City Clerk of Wakefield Michigan announces two registration days at City Hall on August 1 and August 8 1925 from 8 am to 8 pm. Electors not registered may apply outside Sundays holidays election days or the period between the second Saturday before the annual city election and election day, by personal or affidavit under Act 134 1919. Dated July 15 1925.
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City of
Wakefield
Michigan
State of
Let Them Out: Tailor Lets Suit Out For A Dollar
A stock actor in an inland town sent evening clothes to a tailor with instruction to let them out. He returned to find the tailor had already let the suit out several times at a dollar each, joking at his swift success.
Darken Hair With Sage Tea Or Wyeth Compound
A home method uses garden sage tea with sulphur to darken fading gray hair. An easier option is Wyeth s Sage and Sulphur Compound, sold in drugstores, claimed to evenly shade hair to a natural deep color after a few applications.
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Wyeth
Country of Mountains The Bolivian Land of Peaks
Bolivia is described as the world’s most mountainous country. The terrain features high elevations and rugged ranges. The piece highlights the Andes running through the country and reflects on geography shaping local life and culture.
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Bolivia
Kidney Health Tip From Old Advice Column
A vintage health notice explains backache and kidney discomfort signal excess dietary acids. It recommends four ounces of Rad Salts daily, drink water, and to consult a physician twice yearly for kidney checks.
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Western Newspaper Union
Laurel
Del
Fred Marvel
Delaware
Laurel River
R. W. Dunn
Small Boy
Detroit
FORD
Wakefield Auto Service
Alex Fredricks
Lincoln
Wakefield, Mich
Manager Fordson
Fat’s Place
Planter Lumber Co
Planter, Mich
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