Rich Oil Shale Deposits Mapped Across Rocky Mountain Region
A Government Report describes the richest oil shale deposits in Colorado Utah and Wyoming from the Green River formation and Uintah Basin detailing bed thicknesses outcrops rail access and regional geology. It covers origins leasing regulations distillation tests and a bibliography of over 1000 references with maps and illustrations.
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Rocky Mountain
Green River
Colorado
Piceance Creek
Hattlement Mesa
Grand Momn
Great Uintah Basin
Utah
Red Desert
Wyomung
Grand Valley
de Beque
Denver & Rio Grande Western
Uintah Basin
Alao
Wyoming
Union Pacific Railroad
Landa
Geological Survey
Washington, D. C
Where Do Elephants Die The Great Mystery
The article notes the enduring mystery of where elephants die in the wild. It describes widespread belief in hidden elephant graveyards across India and Africa, recounts failed attempts to locate resting sites, and suggests a hidden cache of ivory would draw fortune hunters.
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India
Africa
Dia
Scientific American
National Live Stock Producers Association Names Officers
The board elected John G. Brown of Monon Indiana as president and Charles E. Collins of Kit Carson Colorado as vice president. Henry H. Parke of Genoa Illinois was named secretary treasurer. An executive committee and manager 38 Simpson at 200 dollars monthly were set, with a publicity committee formed for cooperative work with the American Farm Bureau Federation.
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John G. Brown
Monon
Ind
National Producers’ Association
National
Simpson
American Farm Bureau Federation
Joy of Travel in Europe Describes Harsh Border Checks
Auriol Burron writes in the London Daily Telegraph about the heavy indignities of European travel. Frontiers inspect clothing and even books. trunks are rummaged, ice cold customs officials tax fur garments and confiscate items, leaving travelers shivering and shoeless at times.
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Auriol Burron
London Daily Telegraph
Germany
Douanlers
Word Origin of Mephistopheles Quoted
A historical note surveys theories on the origin of the name Mephistopheles before Goethe. It references a November 20, 1820 letter, hybrid Graeco-Hebraic and Greek etymologies, and Goethe's abbreviated usage Mephisto. Schopenhauer criticized brevity in his pamphlet on the murder of the German language.
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Mephistopheles
Goethe
Zulter
Mephis
Tophel
Mar
Schopenhauer
New Safety Signal System for Mines and Aboveground Work
A Popular Mechanics described safety signal system uses bell and colored lamp signals on one electric circuit. It is mounted for the hoisting engineer to see from his station and includes a bell with lamp and a circuit closer for repeating signals or sending new ones.
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Popular Mechanics
Bread Cast Upon Waters Mentioned in Cunning Twist
A satirical line contrasts spiritual admonitions with a grim pun about digestion. The quip pivots on faith laboring for virtue while appetite and cynicism redefine nourishment as dietary irony. It reflects humorous commentary on moral rhetoric.
Cautionary Verse on Ventures and Poverty
A reflective line about many poor people never starting ventures while many good markets fail in every attempt. It underscores risk and perseverance without naming individuals or places.
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Nany
Persistency Admired by Women as Objects in Quote
A remark notes that few women can help admiring persistency when they themselves are the objects, highlighting a dated perspective on gender roles and attraction.
Boy Scouts Announce Nationwide Anniversary Week
The Hoy Scouts of America marked the orgs thirteenth anniversary with demonstrations rallies parent and son meetings radio endorsements by notable figures and the reaffirmation of the scout oath by leaders nationwide. Aiming to add 100000 new members the drive seeks to push total youth in the program toward a half million with flags and streamers awarded to regions councils and troops meeting quotas. President Harding supports the effort as honorary president and endorses the push for greater youth involvement.
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Hoy Scouts of America
Boy Scouts of America
Harding
Mnre
The
Scout Volunteers Guard Crossing for Safe Passage
A group of unsolicited scouts guarded a dangerous crossing to help children reach safety without seeking praise. One winter night a scout stood by a live wire for hours, freezing his ear, until repair crews arrived. The incident supported the claim that well engaged boys avoid mischief when given meaningful activities.
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Boy Scout Organization
Boy Receives Quick Aid From Scout After Injury
While at play, Robert McKnight of Bowling Green stepped on a broken bottle and severed a large artery. Scout Norman Loomis provided first aid, applied a tourniquet, and stopped the bleeding. He carried the injured boy to his home.
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Robert McKnight
Bowling Green
Norman Loomis
Do a Good Turn Daily Motto Shown by Tampa Scouts
Tampa Florida Boy Scouts show service to the community reflecting the slogan Do a Good Turn Daily. At a state convention Rotarians presented a memento coin bearing the motto Do a Good Turn Daily to Some Boy.
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Boy Scouts of
Tampa
Fin
Rotarians
Fort Ducheans sale draws many despite mud and rain
A large crowd attended the Fort Ducheans sale over Saturday and Monday. William J. Justico returned from Helper where he worked this winter. The Bennett show drew a smaller crowd due to rain and muddy roads. Eli Lee bought the WII Davis farm and plans to move soon. Mrs. C. Garranger visited St Duchesne then Salt Lake City plans. Residents report many fruit trees planted this spring to improve town.
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Fort Ducheans
Wiliam J. Justico
Helper
Bennett
Gstern
Bhell Clark
Ducisson
Gaga
Ilo
Eli Lee
Wii Davis
Zack Kump
GC. A. Curtis
C. O. Garranger
St. Duchesne
Salt Lake City
Tridoll
Woman Seeks Role and Symbol of Authority at Home
A woman aims for dual roles as Iaster and mistress of her home and argues she should wear a symbol of her authority. The remark reflects debates on domestic leadership and gender roles in the era.
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Iaster
Prideful wives keep praise to themselves in private
A note warns against bragging about spousal compliments, suggesting many wives avoid sharing praise publicly due to pride or modesty. It frames such statements as private matters, not fodder for social display.
Woman Uses Rolling Pin to Hit Target
A humorous note suggests a woman can rarely miss when using a rolling pin to throw. It compares accuracy with stone throwing and implies practical kitchen Skill.
Tutankhamun's Popularity Sparks Ancient Rumors
Odd reflections on King Tut's enduring fame and a wary view of rulers who fear rivals. The piece notes honest men and treachery as common themes in ancient times and modern chatter.
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Ohio
John &. Brown
Europe
Satan
BOY Scouts
Rotary
ORN
Mercantile: Company
Lapoint
Tut
Rascal
California
Florida Best
Vernal Market
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