Alabaster Minerva Statue Unearthed in Rome Ruins
A colossal alabaster Minerva statue, described as unique, was found in Rome’s subsoil near the ancient Emporium. Experts say it dates to the early Julio-Claudian era and was likely waterborne from a Greek city. The head and arms were recovered and the statue will be repaired for display.
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Paribeni
Department of Fine Arts
Louvre
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Vatican
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Tuscany
Egypt
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Thermae
England Faces Grim Winter Outlook With Unemployment Rise
London reports 1,180,008 unemployed in Britain as summer eases, with leaders fearing a worse winter. Friction over the Ruhr crisis hurts German and European trade, while British industry calls for rapid European rehabilitation to ease joblessness and wage pressures. Migration to Commonwealth nations offers limited relief.
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London
England
Germany
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Baldwin
France
Doctor predicts human life could reach 140 years
London July 28 United Press reports Dr Leonard Williams, author of medical books, told the Aldwych Club that man’s life span could extend from 120 to 140 years. He faults the Bible as non scientific and urges that illness is largely preventable, arguing maturity is a function of time to be maintained in vigor.
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United Press
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Aldwich Club
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Giant British seaplane Fairey Britannia makes trial flight
Great Britain tests its largest seaplane at the Isle of Grain with seven crew, speed 119 mph, five machine gun emplacements, and a 2 4600 horsepower Reliance Condor engine. Wingspan 146 feet, length 70 plus feet, weighs 15 tons, four years in construction, landing wheels for any aerodrome, range 1606 miles, capable of extended sea patrols.
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London
Great Britain
Isle of Grain
Relia-Royce Condor
House Cleaning Days Begin at Washington Capitol
Washington on July 28 reports a full renovation in progress at the capital during vacation. White House offices lack floors while a tied flooring is laid, walls are scraped and painted, and the glass dome is replaced. Capitol workers repaint friezes, replace cork with plush carpet, and install iron ceiling supports, with rats and bugs to be removed and fire precautions added before the next session. Ottawa note adds Canada freight totals for 1922.
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Donahey Pressure tightens grip on Ohio city officials
Ohio officials face intensified prohibition enforcement as Governor Donahey prompts local leaders to act. Mayors from numerous cities and several county sheriffs reportedly pressured with threats of removal, with 30 day clean up deadlines issued to affected offices. Governor Donahey targets lax enforcement to strengthen state policy.
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Otto
Donshey
Herbert Vout
Measilien
Handy Electric Outlets Shape New Home Plans
In this era of electrification the article highlights the convenience of electric appliances at the breakfast table and the value of integrated outlets for kitchens and living spaces. It emphasizes efficiency of washers, toasters, percolators, fans, vacuums, and period styling for new homes.
Vogt Administration Probed Over Liquor Law Enforcement
Governor Donthey faces a probe into alleged lax enforcement by Vogt and other mayors. The inquiry led to Vogt’s removal from office, with daily conferences between the governor and a citizen’s committee criticizing city laxity. Six mayors and four sheriffs were asked to show cause for possible removal. some remain on probation as action unfolds.
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