Polar dash possible but not guaranteed in coming races
A historical snapshot discusses the polar exploration race with Denby praising an American naval officer’s discovery of the pole and urging preparedness for a future voyage, while also noting cautious optimism about planning and political debates surrounding the Mellon tax plan and its reception in the Senate and public polls. The piece highlights the nation’s adventurous spirit and the need for careful fiscal strategy amid global tensions.
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Denby
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Nand
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Finance
Tates
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South Dakota
Mellon Aguras
Dawes Committee Sets Reparations Plan and Reformer News
The Dawes Committee proposes annual reparations payments for Germany with a maximum of 2.5 billion gold marks, varying by prosperity and supported by measures of economic health. The plan faces opposition from France and Germany but aims to resolve the reparations tangle and reflect postwar responsibilities. Also note: Rubye de Remer, once famed as the world’s loveliest woman, marries a Scranton coal magnate after many proposals. A college widow in New England is sent to reform school, reflecting social tensions of the era.
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Daves
France
Germany
Metns
Dawes Committee
Stack
McKenna Committee
Matice
Chase
Rubye de Remer
Scranton
New York
California
Paris
Monte Carlo
Egypt
London
Rubye
World air cruiser project faces many dangers and delays
The article notes severe difficulties for a world cruiser airplane effort aiming to depart soon from the United States, with propeller problems at Seattle and Kamchatka expected issues. It mentions the public's confident expectation that planes will return from the east, despite ongoing testing hazards. It also records Peary’s grave tribute on the fifteenth anniversary with Admiral Peary’s daughter Mrs Edward Stafford in attendance.
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United States
Seattle
Kamchatka
Tory
Robert E Peary
Arington
Hin
North Pole
Edward Stafford
Scalds and Burns Care in Domestic Medicine
Dr. Brady outlines home treatment for scalds and burns using paraffin wax film dressings or petroleum jelly to protect the wound and prevent sticking. He warns against unsafe mixtures, stresses surgical cleanliness, explains degree grading of burns, and notes blisters should be protected unless infected. He also covers digestion notes and reader questions on constipation, diet, and sunburn prevention.
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Florence
Dr. Brady
William Brady
FRIEND WIFE by Rob Fulker son
A fragmented dialogue scene recalls Andrew and Imogene reminiscing on love letters poetry and an old romance. The talk pivots on memory of a stage romance and a Chicago rival, weaving jealousy and nostalgia with casual humor and flirtation.
Indicted by Grand Jury in Montana Probe
Iowa editors discuss a federal grand jury indictment accusing Senator Wheeler of unlawfully taking money as a retainer to influence prospecting permits. They decry the action as a political ploy and warn readers not to credit the crusade framing. The Sioux City Journal notes Pershing retirement debates at Washington and possible active-list retention proposals.
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Hne
Davenport
Great Falls
Mont
Wheeler
Daugherty
Sioux City Journal
Gen. Pershing
Washington
Wart Weeks
Fragmentary quote hints at local theater anecdote
A garbled line from Abe Martin Lafe Bud recalls singing until he balled her, with Miss Fawn Lippincut mentioning a Wonkin' pacry Gibes Man. The text is incomplete and unclear about context or outcome.
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Lafe Bud
Miss Fawn Lippincut
Retirement age 64 prompts tax questions across states
The piece notes plans to retire at sixty four in September and questions who would pay taxes. It cites editorial stance from Sibley Tribune advocating government ownership of railroads coal mines oil walls and water power and public utilities. It also reflects road money concerns from Glidden Graphic and a 1913 1924 log from Mason City Globe-Gazette on courtesy and public service remarks.
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Sibley Tribune
Labor Party
Minnesota
Mason City Globe-Gazette
Burroughs Nature Club Notes Questions and Answers
Readers ask about nicotine spray effectiveness on certain insects cedar wood for pencil parts keeping honeycomb in cellars and how big cod fish can get with records of specimens and government hatcheries. most birds have a furcula though some parrots lack it and bone shapes vary with flight strength.
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Nature Notes
Gladioli bulb business thriving for Independence growers
Independence Jamaica April 11 three gladioli bulb growers report strong sales this spring with shipments to the United States and Canada. One grower received an order from China. Some shipments face Canadian regulatory delays since April 1 affecting inspection and certification at origin.
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Independence, Ja
Independence
United States
Canada
China
iTepard
Puzzle Shop Brainteasers Delight Seventh Grader
Jeremiah Quiz runs his Puzzle Shop with a fresh barrel of brain teasers. A seventh grade girl named Alice solves riddles about age and fractions, while the proprietor jokes about age, arithmetic tricks, and a clever word puzzle.
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Jeremiah Quiz
Alice
Jeremiah
A Woman Sings First Love Amid Studio Turmoil
Virginia and Kitty confront love and loyalty amid flirtations with Theo Stratton and Julian Thorndyke. The drama unfolds through letters and memories, while Theo’s jealousy disrupts scenes at the film lot and sparks a turbulent romance.
The Sandman Story By Mrs Fr Walker
Benji hides a forbidden book under his pillow and reads at night. A kindly old witch appears in his room offering a ride under the bright moon. Benji hesitates but longs for the morning to come if he can escape harm.
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Baye
Benji
Sandman
Mrs. FR. Walker
Rheuma claim promises swift relief from rheumatic pains
An advertisement touts Rheuma as a cure for rheumatic pains lumbago sciatica arthritis gout and neuralgia. It claims the toxin tric acid leaves the system within hours and promises relief within days with a money back guarantee from Wangler Bros. and local druggists.
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Wangler Bros
McCoy's Cod Liver Oil Tablets Promise Quick Weight Gain
Advertisers claim McCoy's Cod Liver Oil Tablets help thin people gain five to ten pounds in weeks by delivering flesh and strength. The copy promises results within 20 days with a money back guarantee if no gain, and lists local druggists as sources for purchase.
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Wangler Hres
J. Millery Schuneman Drug Co
McCoy's
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