Prohibition Supporter Claims Census Proof of Lives Saved
Patrick H. Callahan of the Association of Catholics Favoring Prohibition argues at a Union Ministers meeting that U S census data show 139,800 lives saved by prohibition, citing death rates from alcoholism and cirrhosis as support and accusing metropolitan papers of ignoring the facts.
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Patrick H. Callahan
Association of Catholics
U. S. Census Bureau
Union
Mr. Callahan
Census Bureau
Callahan
Desert chase tests Gerry Talbot in fierce gun struggle
A high speed pursuit unfolds as gunmen fire from the ground and a Hispano Suiza clashes with a fleeing car. Gerry Talbot and ally Gerry fight to control the wheel while a Ford crawls across a jungle road toward a distant hangar, as bullets spray and engines scream.
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Talbot
Gerry
Hispano-Suiza
Dave
Ford
Air adventure ends with downed foe and rescue attempt
In a tense chase, Dave pilots a damaged monoplane at 180 mph toward Mueller who holds Joan on a truck. A high speed dive frees Joan as Mueller is struck and hurled from the vehicle. Gerry’s car roars past, and the scene cuts to a continuation tomorrow.
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Gerry
Talbot
Joan
Dave
Mueller
Prohibition Aids Saving of Lives Claims by Callahan
Mr Callahan cites census figures to argue alcohol abstinence reduced deaths from alcoholism and cirrhosis from Brights disease. He claims 26 000 national lives saved since 1920 and 150 800 from Brights disease, while rural papers oppose publishing such figures.
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Bright
Callahan
Daily Lessons in English Word Derpec tion
Daily note from W. J. Gordon defines derpec tion as failure in duty or allegiance. The entry shows spelling notes on misspellings and urges vocabulary growth with a focus on formal or punctilious usage. The example cites a wife unaware of her husband's defection.
Weather Oddities Hit California Crops This Rainy Season
The piece notes ongoing rain in California affecting the Amos Alber son area and the contribution crop. It humorously mentions new hoes due to prolonged rain and quotes June Botce advising partygoers to avoid getting wet.
The Keeper Log Snippets and Humorous Quotes
A collection of humorous lines and musings labeled Keeper of the Log. Vignettes include cat psychology on flattery, a fourteen year old calling her father Old Timer, and a plebe from Arkansas debating a fried chicken leg while a nearby bottle of ketchup and liniment appear in the scene.
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Keeper of the Log
Arkansas
Annapolis
L. McA
Diphtheria Threat and Public Health Call
A health column condemns neglecting child health checks and urges use of antitoxin where needed. The piece laments diphtheria dangers, urges routine examinations, and stresses parental responsibility for children's vaccination and health surveillance.
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New Yorker
WE SAW PODAY DRIVER AND PASSABLE ROADS
A fragment describes a Ford touring car loaded with bags and sleepy passengers heading toward Chicago. It questions road conditions and mentions a doctor who advised daily walking for a patient who was a mailman. The piece closes with a rhetorical exchange about contributions and public voices.
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Chicago
Iowa State News Road Disbursements Reported
APRIL 22 Iowa reports March road funds disbursements totaling 1 128 636 90 with a 9 019 379 39 fund balance. Excavation and paving costs top March expenses while gas tax receipts and bond fund sales boost revenue. Judge Wade funeral plans noted in Iowa City. Council buffs see Shenandoah larceny cases and Brashear Mann Act trial set as federal court opens.
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Des Moines
J. W. Long
Keokuk
Raymond Brashear
Dewey
Brasnear
Quincy
Wade
Iowa City
New Jersey to Washington and beyond in a life journey
A series of short biographical statements recounts individuals born in New Jersey near Port Jervis New York and various places in France Indiana Maryland Wisconsin and Indiana. They describe relocations to towns like Ainsworth Racine Cumberland and Milwaukee and employment with offices garages stores and firms including a roadmaster a Buick agent and a real estate company.
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BP. Wickham
Vailey Building
New Jersey
Port Jervis
Newyork
Ainsworth
Tedford
John Brest
Wilwaukee
Verdone
France
New York City
Paarets
United States
Frank Barnoski
Racine
Wisconsin
Winfield — Smouse
The
Smouse Real Estate Co
Bedford Road
Cumberland
Maryland
Yrat
Wayland Senior Class Play The Great Commandment
The Wayland senior class presents The Great Commandment on Friday April 24. Cast includes Matty Higgins Kermit Klopfenstein Kitty Gallagher Marion McGuire Deacon Whiffleby Virgil Blosser Fred Burke Gordon Rhum David Postor Harold Kauffman Mary White Irene Rich John White Mrs John White Leola Kauffman Store Manager John Alston Electrician Ralph Rain Advertiser Lynette Basinger Misse Turner Musician Marie Moothart Director Howard Peterson and others. Afternoon and evening scenes feature student roles and local residents.
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Wayland
Matty Higgins
Kermit Klopfenstein
Kitty Gallagher
Marion McGnuire
Deacon Whiffleby
Virgil Blosser
Fred Burke
Gordon Rhum
David Postor
Harold Kauffman
Mary White
Davenport family visits with their mother
Davenport and Ta. were visitors on Sunday with their mother Mrs. Marie Imhoff.
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Davenport
Marie Imhoff
Mrs Knox Admits Guilt In Soft Drink Parlor Raid
Mrs Knox admitted a error in a June raid on a soft drink parlor run by Joe Custer. The case was dismissed at Custer’s request after the admission. The trial drew peace officers and WCTU members and noted damage claims of 765,000 to fixtures and reputation.
O. B. S. Group Meeting and Banquet in Burlington
Announcement for an O. B. S. group meeting in Burlington on April 27. Banquet at 6 30 with plates at 10 cents. Reserve by Saturday sent to Miss Clara Sutter, in care of the Masonic Temple.
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O. B.S
Burlington
Clara Sutter
Masonic Temple
Dr Caldwell’s Syrup Pepsin for children and families
An advertisement touts Dr Caldwell’s Syrup Pepsin as a safe quick remedy for feverish upset bowels in children and adults. It claims gentle relief without griping and notes the doctor’s long career and 1500 births without loss, urging readers to stock a bottle at home.
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Dr Caldwell
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Dorothy
Dorothy M. P.S
W. J. Gordon
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California
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June Botce
Dick hicClery
Evening Journal
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Poday
Je Ouna Bedeimbe
Griesse
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Clare Dwiggins
Iowa State News
H. P. Rohlman
W P. Shannahan
St. Patrick’s Church
Council Buffs
Shenandoah
Charles Colwell
Bert Colwell
Don Colwell
Colwells
de KE Lemmon
Bammon Pharmacy Munice Indiana
Anderson and Burroughs
Leslie M. Bicher
Tucker & Richer Chevrolet Garage
Marion Township
Waviland
Buick
Claude Tucker
Buick Motor Co
Ezra Wittmer
Edd Wicher
Frances
Laverne Kicher
Gilbert Schantz
Orval Meyer
Dave Miller
Richland
H.C. Brooks
Charles
William
J. A. Schlatter
Will Kicher
Carl Imhoff
Masons
Tory
da WB
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Pepsin
Doctors Family
Ruth Campbell
Crisco
Crtene
Procter & Gembie
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