Arbuckle acquitted three trials hailed as clean bill of health
The article reviews the Arbuckle acquittal after three trials and notes the case ending with a sense of relief for the public. It discusses public sentiment, contrasts with earlier juries, and reflects on whether the star will return to film and how the public mood may shift. It also mentions political commentary on Cox and the league of nations, and broad press reactions to the verdict.
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Arbuckle
Ming
Oklahoma
Arbuckie
Gompers and Law, Order, and a Free Nation
The piece defends Samuel Gompers as a staunch American who upholds law and government amid debates in labor leadership. It notes his courage in opposing both radicalism and oppressive capital, while acknowledging differing views on his policies and the Washington arms conference prayer. The column reflects on Good Friday, Easter weather anxieties, and local musings on potato planting.
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Samuel Gompers
American Federation of Labor
Gomper i
Mr. Gompers
Gompers
Chicago
Foster
Washington
Personal Health Service By William Brady
A columns note by Dr. William Brady on health and attire for women, advocating personal comfort over heavy winter undergarments, with reader Q&A. Includes advice on spring weather, exercise notes, and cautions about overzealous health claims.
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William Brady
M. D
Imogene Comically Bosses Household Spigots Quest
Imogene and Andrew joke about buying washers for kitchen spigots, with Andrew recounting a humorous supermarket like tour through a department store. He describes a stream of departments and demonstrations while searching for the washers, likening the trip to reading an encyclopedia, as Imogene notes dinner growing cold.
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Imogene
Andrew
Boy Scout
Sporting Goods Department
Asher
Can You Identify This Orchard Bird
A reader asks about a small trunk-feeding tree bird with white under, black on wings and many white stripes. The note asks what makes an earthworm crawl and what a horned toad eats. Answers to these questions appear in tomorrow's Nature Notes.
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F. J
Nature Notes
L. T
Answers on nature and animal care from a 1900s Q and A
A reader asks if sparrows bathe in water and dust. The reply notes sparrows often bathe in water and dust for plumage care. It also covers daffodil bulb maturation and seed development. A separate query asks why a captive snake refuses food, explaining that some snakes eat warm blooded prey while others eat cold blooded prey and suggesting identifying the species.
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Reptile Department
N.Y. Zeolorleat Society
Moonshine Trouble Sparks Potatoes Planting Plan
A Hampton Chronicle item notes widespread moonshine issues and suggests practical steps, including planting potatoes, as a response to improper activities. The brief underscores community problems and practical rural adaptations amid persistent law and order concerns.
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Hampton Chronicle
Daffodil Murder Foreshadows London Case Exposed
Edgar Wallace thriller centers on Thornton Lyne murdered in London with daffodils on his breast. Tarling and Miss Rider become entangled as police probe a Chinese suspect Ling Chu and Milburgh cottage clues. Tarling gathers fingerprints and plans watch removal while Odette Rider faces possible scandal and danger.
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Thornton Lyne
London
Odette
Rider
Lyne
Tarling
Milburgh
Star Jling
Scotland Yard
Miss Rider
Mil Durgn
Ling Chu
China
Tar- Hing
Scotland
Odette Rider
West Somerset
Brain Tests by Sam Loyd
Puzzle note by Sam Loyd discusses the swastika symbol as an ancient sign meaning luck and its use on temples and monuments. It describes dividing the figure into four parts to form a square and challenges readers to complete tonight's answer. The boss's age is four years.
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Yestoniay
Abe Martin on the Follies and radio jokes
A humorous Abe Martin snippet notes that folks spending long moments on the corner struggle to find beauty in the Follies and that radio helps, while a man who no longer owns a mule expresses appreciation for good music.
The Pickett Bill Sparks Alaska Public Land Debate
The Pickett Bill unfolds amid Washington clashes between Fail and Wallace over Alaska public domain management. Iowa readers note Congressman Charles F. Pickett of Waterloo led a bold push for conservation despite counter efforts from powerful interests seeking to exploit northwest resources.
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Pickett
Coon Rapids
The Spring Time Train by Frank L. Stanton
Poem excerpt describing a whistle of the Spring-Time Train and imagery of movement, warmth, and opportunity. A representative questions the editor about waning interest as stirring events unfold and people pursue gold and work amid changing times.
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Frank L. Stanton
Waii
Billville
Pickett Will and Alaska Resource Law Debate
Congress debates the Pickett measure with backing by Secretary Wale lace to steer mineral and forestry development in Alaska under strict law. A Dubuque paper laments homemade hooch causing poisoning, noting judges and doctors warn of widespread harm and bootlegger exploitation.
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Terest
Pickett
Walelace
Iowa
Department of Agriculture
Alaska
Dubuque
Monticello Express
Ulingis
Kentucky
County Optimistic, Anyway. Charles City Press
The piece notes surprising optimism across the country amid unsettled economic factors. It cites little impact from a near balance of trade, Europe’s uncertainty, large potential debt payments, and labor troubles in coal and textile sectors. It mentions tariff legislation and other unsettled issues rolling off American business like water. It also reflects on World War mobility, wounds, and deaths.
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Charles City
Europe
Thief Says Every Railroad Man Should Read Thief
An old testimonial from Chas J Heyser of Battle Creek Michigan praising Peterson's Ointment for varicose ulcers and skin diseases. The letter notes quick improvement after two boxes and claims the product cures eczema old sores and other conditions. It is attributed to Peterson's Ointment Co Buffalo New York with mail orders available.
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Peterson’s
Ing
Buffalo
Peterson
Jim
Chas
J. Heyser
Battle Creet
Mich
Glenwood Avenue
Peterson Nimen
N.Y. Aue
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AL. W. Peterson
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Joes
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E .Q. Dougherty
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Los
San Francisco
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Story, Brooks & Finisy
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Dayton
James Middleton Cox
Cox
Yoles
League of Nations
National Democratic Club
Jefferson
Jackson
Wilson
Messrs
Cleveland
Bryan
Underwood
Underwood Will Not Take This As A Personal Reflection. Mr. Cox
T& Rampage
Mr. Harding
Harding
Cure
Mr. Cox
League
America
Nettie Johnny
Johnny
Graig
Wife
Roe Fulkerson
Burroughs Nature Club
Daffodil
Edgar Wallace
Green State
Small, Maynard & Company (Incorporated
Mr. Tarling
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Hert
Miss. Rider
Sam Loyd
Abe Martin
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