Bicycles, Dutch Names, and Farming Heat Shots
A survey notes rising bicycle use in the United States, cites the Dutch naming shift to The Netherlands and Surinam, and describes a New Jersey work camp where city kids learn farming skills by repairing an abandoned farmhouse. It also details a New York farmer growing tomatoes in soil-less tanks with warm water, eliminating much labor. The piece ends with a note on prophecy by an unnamed figure.
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Peri
United States
Tawa
Kingdom of Holland
Low Countries
Rhineland
Holland
Netherlands
South America
Dutch Guiana
Surinam
Dutch West Indies
Caribbean
Curacao
Borneo
Sumatra
Java
Bali
Netherlands Indies
New York
New Jersey
Netcong
New York City
California
Predicting a future world beyond our lifetimes
The author argues honest prophecy avoids exact dates and details, noting trends toward global cooperation as war waste grows evident. They foresee increasing communication among peoples and a rise of scientists and technologists shaping a world without national barriers.
Community notices from Lake Okoboji and area
Counts Rews Gnesets at George Herman's for power Thursday evening were Shy, Mrs. George Heyman sr of Rapids, and Mr. and Mrs. Moe Menree of Sioux Cha. They camping at Lake Qhon ji for two weeks. Misses Amy Olson Alfreda Nyman and Walter Kinison of Tronwond arrived to visit Rev. N. O. Mortans. Former congregation members. G. E. Heyman and Bobby at cottage of Mrs. Moe Moanree at Lake Okoboji Tuesday. Passing of Charles Logue shocks Lake Fremont friends. sympathy to Everett Logue family. Mrs. Don Mackaben and Mrs. J. Larson visited Mrs. Harry Perkins at Estherville hospital for new daughter. Luther League postpones Prairmont pageant to August 16. William Axling, William Bergquist, Albert Prust in Mankato on business. Mrs. Joe Asp Esther Oselius brought mother Mrs. August Oselius home from Bethesda hospital St Paul. condition about same.
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George Herman
George Heyman
Rapids
Moe Menree
Sioux Cha
Lake Qhonji
Amy Olson
Alfreda Nyman
Walter Kinison
Tronwond
Poe
N. O. Mortans
Rev Mortan
G. E. Heyman
Dosan
Bobby
Mr. Heyman
Moe Moanree
Lake Okoboji
Charles Logue
Lake Fremont
Everett Logue
Don Mackaben
J. Larson
Harry Perkins
Estherville Hospital
Prairmont
Luther League of the Immanuel Lutheran Church
William Axling
William Bergquist
Albert Prust
Mankato
Joe Asp
Esther Oselius
August Oselius
Bethesda Hospital
St. Paul
Women leaders pledge end to war and unite globally
Baroness Marthe Boel leads an International Council of Women vision of a world where women are consciously organized beyond national lines, repudiating bitterness and greed. The report also notes Mary J. Gibbons as first NY State Commissioner of Social Welfare, Bertha Brainard as NBC program director, Florence I. Allen as the first woman on a federal bench, and other notable women and events from wartime experiences to media prominence.
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Marthe Boel
Bellum
Marchioness
Aberdeen
Tremair
International Council of Women
Boel
Hainaut
Belgium
New York
Mary J. Gibbons
Department
New York City
Florence I. Allen
Collumbus
Owo
USA
Supreme Court
V.I AR
Herbert McAtoo
Ll. A. MeAltea
Cold meats for a summer party a simple selection
Entertaining in warm weather favors cold meat platters as an easy main dish. Veal loaf, corned beef, jellied tongue, liver sausage, minced ham, and spiced ham top the platter with contrasting colors and shapes. Rolls, cornucopia garnishes, cheese centers with pickles and olives complement the layout. Include light and dark meats, thicker slices for rolling, and sandwich makings. A noon time plan suggests a vegetable dish and a frosted dessert as a fitting finale. The feature also promotes The American Weekly magazine distributed with Chicago Herald Examiner papers.
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Wilhao
How a Vanderbilts Fortunes Shaped a Life of Wealth
A compact biography traces Cornelius Vanderbilt’s rise from a Staten Island ferry operator to a vast American empire built on ships and railways. It recalls his stern temper, eccentricities, and fierce independence, noting his ultimate influence and the Lusitania tragedy that claimed his son Alfred Gwynne Vanderbilt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alfred Gwynne Vanderbilt
America
Vanderbilt
Cornelion
Vardere Hilt
P Hronse Stern
Grand Central Station
Forty-second Street
New York
Borino
Staten Island
New Brunswick
New Jersey
Cornelius
Voane Asylum
Watching for children while driving during vacation days
A vintage public service notice urges motorists to expect youngsters crossing streets, acknowledge their carefree behavior, and stay alert behind the wheel to improve safety. It promotes patience, caution, and a responsible approach to reduce accidents, ending with an invitation to Mankato Commercial College for a free catalog.
Lodi Troupe at Clay County Fair in Spencer Iowa
A vivid note on the Lodi Troupe known as the Picchianis presenting a nine performer act at the Great Clay County Fair in Spencer Iowa. They promise a fresh springboard angle in a show featuring the House that Never Gets Built and The Sidewalks of New York with painted houses and aerial stunts. Each member dons a different national costume while enacting Bowery style characters.
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League of Nations
New York
Bowery
Clay County
Spencer
Towa
Bobby and Baby Handle Jealousy in Growing Family
In a tender home scene, Jon and Dot discuss Bobby’s jealousy as a newborn sister arrives. They plan to reassure him with affection, involve him in Lucy’s care, and emphasize shared love, promising more attention and storytelling to keep harmony. They resolve to begin first thing in the morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dot
Jon
Bobby
Joe
Lucy
Townsend bill promises relief and re-employment plan
The Townsend bill H R 4199 of 1937 is presented as the sole cure for economic blight. It pledges rapid reemployment of millions across industry business and agriculture, promises to shrink relief rolls by providing jobs, and to end government spending promptly.
Townsend Plan Rally Seeks Labor Support at City Hall
The Townsend Plan is pitched as an end to dole and public spending, promising real goods demand and fear of poverty relief. Thousands join the movement with labor locals embracing the plan, and a big meeting is set for August 16 at 8 p.m. in the city hall auditorium, led by Arlando Lough.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Labor
Townsend
City Hall
Arlando Lough
Pres
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American Weekly
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Hera Eld
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Mankato Commercial College
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