Publicity the Best Weapon Against Mail-Order Propaganda
The article urges local retailers to use editorial help in a buy-at-home campaign to curb mail-order shopping. It cites The Alamosa Journal praising local merchants who can match mail-order prices with better service and supporting the idea that keeping profits local benefits the town and residents. It notes a Riverton Wyoming Review report that a survey by local banks found 85,000 to 100,000 dollars yearly is sent east to mail-order houses.
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The
Alamosa Journal
Riverton
Wyo
Home spending keeps money in Joen circulation
The article argues that keeping purchases local boosts community prosperity by circulating about five thousand dollars monthly within the town. It contrasts lending by banks with local spending, noting that money spent at home supports employment from butchers to makers of candles and benefits every resident.
Century of Power at Muscle Shoals Under Debate
The piece questions a century lease for the Muscle Shoals power project arguing it risks centralized control, urges caution with public resources, and notes Ford’s bid may be generous but unsettled by long-term safeguards. It recalls the old adage about doing business without advertising.
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Muscle Shoals
Ningra Falls
Conress
Henry Ford
Ford
Dong
Insurance Pitch Sparks Caution in Simple Living Road Talk
A quoted exchange shows Sam resisting a sales attempt as a long-married man jokes a woman’s flatiron skill could end the policy. The narrator also muses that many road cars may be of pig iron quality rather than steel.
Soldiers Memorial Fund Seeks Strong Subscriptions
In a call to action the community is urged to back the Soldiers Memorial Fund with as much enthusiasm as once shown for Liberty Bonds, aiming to bolster the fund through robust subscriptions and public support.
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Liberty
Soldiers Memorial Fund
Grandfrog Christmas Gift Tale From Frog Family
A 1923 children’s verse recounts Daddy and Mother frog awaiting Christmas. Santa Kris Kringle arrives with three bundles, revealing their lost babies Andy Tony and Sita have returned as gifts. The tender tale blends longing with joy in a quiet town of frogs.
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Daddy
Jermiah Stokes
Frogs
Mother
Andy
Tony
Sita
Santa Dear
Bue
Frog Kris Kringle
Santa
Hilastro Syndicate
Keeping Cool Under Heat and Pressure in 1924
A 1924 Western Newspaper Union edit discusses maintaining composure in heat and under verbal attacks. It argues calm behavior beats agitation, showing how steady temper and quiet work reduce impact of insults and adverse conditions, enabling better performance and self control.
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Western Newspaper Union
Winsome Small Hats for Midsummer Wear
Winsome hats for midsummer foretell the continued vogue of small shapes not disturbed by wide brims. A citron straw model features silver ribbon binding and white molre ribbon trim. another white hat in hac tava and Mack cotton with white ribbon and silver bead accents.
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Hactavia
Mack Cunton
The Speeding Motorist Seeks Right Doings After Collision
A swift driver runs over a pedestrian and vows to atone. The injured man urges action as the motorist promises to do what is right and to make amends. Dialogue follows about town visitors and rumors.
A Mistaken Connection on a Hot Beach Trip
A fragment describes a misread situation on a sunny beach with references to Asher Laudy and seating stubs. It includes dialog about smoking, a nurse, and a father asking about paints for a baby. The piece ends with a philosophical note on personal beliefs and tolerance.
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Ashe
Egotist remark sparks gossip among claymen group
A discussion among members centers on a fellow member named Reginald, described as the most egotistical. They recall a prior birthday message he sent to his mother, implying vanity at the event.
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Reginald
All for Nothing Lines on Marrying Daughters
A fragment from a dialogue contrasts marrying a doctor's daughter to being good for nothing. The speaker wryly notes ambition and virtue tied to social ties, reflecting on status and motive.
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Thomas A. Clark
University of Minois
Tom
Asher—Laudy
Benham
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Okers
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