Benjamin Franklin noted as printer and statesman
Long tribute praising Benjamin Franklin as a versatile leader in publishing science diplomacy and liberty. It highlights his printing career his kite experiment and influence in New Jersey New York and France and notes Poor Richard’s Almanac and his role in the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
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Paris
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France
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Wiliam
New Jersey
England
A British View on Naval Pace and Dreadnoughts
A British perspective questions American naval program priorities and notes England has slowed dreadnought construction and reduced capital ship development. The piece argues that England has deprioritized speed in shipbuilding while the author has previously suggested alternative approaches.
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America
England
Urban crowding and congressional reapportionment debate
The piece critiques urban population concentration versus rural life, noting over half the population lives in cities and warns against overexpanded city life. It discusses a Washington fight over increasing House membership from 435 to 488 and Iowa’s potential loss of a seat, arguing a smaller House could boost national function and Iowa would suffer little.
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Washington
House
Iowa
N. Towa
Iowa Legislature Proposes About 1200 Laws in Three Months
Jefferson Bee notes Des Moines will see roughly 1200 new laws proposed with about 30 likely to pass and join state statutes. Authors praise high aims but question whether passing any new laws would better Iowa government.
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Lara
Jefferson Bee
Des Moines
Iowa
Health Talks By John R Hubber On Hardening Of Child Life
In this Health Talks column Dr John R Hubber discusses hardening as strengthening a child s resistance to external influences to invig orate circulation. He cites Dr Abraham Jacobi s views and outlines daily cold wash and friction exercises for young children to promote robust health and heart function.
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Abraham Jacobi
Nestor
Mr Fox and Mr Coon Plan Snow Man Chicken Heist
In this Sandman story Mr Fox plots to steal hens by posing as a snowman with Mr Coon aiding by snowing him up. Mr Fox asks for a route to grab poultry while Mr Coon contemplates a larger ruse beyond a simple theft.
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Mr. Fox
Mr Fox
Friend Wife In Theater of Secrets and Jealous Replies
Imogene and Andrew quarrel over jealousy sparked by a dinner party encounter. Imogene admits overreacting about Emma Tolson and Billy Sands while detailing tensions with Mrs Ellsworth after a quarrel regarding a tight dress and a failed compliment.
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Beely
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Nature Notes Q and A on birds water divining bees and peaches
Questions cover nature topics from Man o War to birds bees and witch hazel rods. Answers discuss how nestlings obtain water from food, debunk divining rods, and suggest peach orchard protection using pyroX or molasses counter-bait to deter wasps.
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Pomorrov
American Journal of Science
Brain Tests by Sam Loyd
Puzzle note by Sam Loyd titled Brain Tests presents a word order riddle with mirrored prompts and a sequence of terms. The fragment hints at a list ending with the word S and includes partial cues like Smiling Sprius sprig Prig Pig Pi and suggests a playful test of perception.
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ASD
Tilford Moots and Unruly Horse Make Odd Report
A fragmented local item notes Tilford Moots and his horse Wie Burnin Up Iday as a curious incident. The piece mentions Miss Tawney Apple and fear of wearing a corset amid references to dogs and old tren f wides, reflecting a chaotic rural humorous tone.
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Land of Fine Content Poem Snippet
A poetic fragment describes an idealized land of content and joy. It portrays sun, harvests, happiness, and faith as central, with imagery of banjo music and dancing under stars. The piece contrasts trouble with bliss and frames life as meant for contentment.
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Ctis Roy
Matron Faces Jealous Rivalry in Dinner Plot
A woman recounts scheming to outwit a rival by arranging a dinner with a younger man. She recalls pressing her advantage, venting anger at a fellow matron for calling her a matron, and explains how she believed the Keely boy crossed social lines. Andrew reacts with cautious amusement.
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Keely Boy
The Testing of Brenda
Brenda Nielsen a native St Thomas Island girl becomes an American when the United States adopts that country and all its people. She travels to New York to study at a fashion art school and meets Daly a newswoman who shapes her life. A dramatic sequence unfolds on a voyage and in New York as Brenda confronts love money and ambition while Roger heads to Russia.
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Iowa Editors Keeping the Ships Dry
Davenport Times reports witnesses before the house judiciary committee argued for or against maintaining dry shipping rules. Shipping interests pressed for equal terms to operate, while others urged caution about pursuing business under current restrictions.
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Davenport
House Judiciary Committee
Ships press for Volstead rule change on liquor aboard ships
The hearing reveals calls from foreign shipowners to modify Volstead Enforcement to allow American vessels to sell liquor aboard outside the three mile limit. Rep Dyer notes officials’ unofficial view that owners lack chance to win changes. Also cited are obituaries and brief notes on losses from World War and other local items.
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Dyer
Judge plans return to law practice in Jesus' teaching spirit
Washington state judge returns from the Supreme Court bench to resume legal work. He intends clients to pay what they think fair for his services and will follow principles of Jesus in his practice.
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Yakima
Jesus
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