LEVINE'S FLYING SCHEME NETS MILLIONS IN MAIL FURTHERED PLOT
Clever Mr Levine drove a New York to Berlin flight plan by pressuring a postmaster to cancel 250 letters bearing air minifi stamps and route them to Europe. The stunt allegedly created a fortune worth roughly a quarter million as stamps rise in value over time.
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Levine
Chamberlin
New York
Berlin
Otdy Stile
Bellanca Plana
Lerine
United States
Europe
Columbia
Two-Thirds Mental Golf Myth Debated in Courier
The Courier sports page critiques the idea that golf is two thirds mental. Cyril Walker avoids firm percentages, while the writer argues mental factors are crucial for players like Clarence Wolff and Jimmy Manion who faltered on decisive putts in a final, showing how pressure turns expected par rounds into misses.
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Cyril Walker
The
Courier
Clarence Wolff
Jimmy Manion
St. Louis
Complexities of Education and Gifted Classrooms
A Minnesota scientist questions segregating gifted students into special classes. He notes mixed and separate groups yield different results across subjects, suggesting new teaching methods and study approaches may be needed to sustain enthusiasm and achievement among bright pupils.
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Minnesota
Smoke Control Effort in Waterloo Sees Early Success
A Waterloo alarm laboratory trial of a new firebox showed gratifying results. Residents urged voluntary action by offending businesses since no local ordinance covers such nuisances. A Marshalltown case earned a permanent injunction against a nearby laundry, costing the defendant. Demonstrations prove a remedy exists through residents’ determination.
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Waterloo
Marshalltown
Mrs McCormick Eyes Illinois Governor Bid
Mrs Medill McCormick widow of Senator McCormick and daughter of Inte r Merk Hanne signals possible run for Illinois governor. She vows to fight party organization and unite Republicans if Governor Small is defeated, noting her late husband’s statewide influence and careful campaigns.
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McCormick
Davenport
Medill McCormick
Senator McCormick
Inter Merk
The Sure Cure Complex In Medical Practice
The column recalls early cases where patients evade payment for medical care and hold contrasting views on a doctor's work. It discusses the "sure cure complex" driving patients to demand flawless results and incurable expectations. It also notes diphtheria immunity questions and includes Q and A on pineapples and gallstones.
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Cade
Husband
Ben
The Art of Being Alone and New Means
A compact essay by GLENN PRANK argues for solitude and meditative retreat amid modern bustle. It cites Amiel on reverie and contrasts busy living with quiet self study, urging improved safeguards for flood protection and backed by Indianapolis News notes on water management and reforestation.
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Glenn Prank
University of Wisconsin
McClure
Colton
Janks
Indianapolis
Alates
Acting &8 Partners
Mood Centrol
New York Terminals Stir Wonder and Romance in Motion
In a vivid essay, McIntyre paints New York railroad terminals as grand cathedrals of activity where rush and romance collide. He recalls engineers at cabs, travelers, and a dozen daily dramas from lost children to immigrants, with red caps flashing reminders of adventure. The piece also notes stage angels and Broadway grit, plus brief sketches of Bronx and Park Avenue life and a fleeting glimpse of family ties.
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o_ Everting Courier
W. H. Hartman Co
Somer Park
Heronan Seeds Raaccee
H McCoy
Tressurer
WGK
Waterton
Iowa
Associated Press
United Press International News
Audit Bureau of Circulations
New York
Philadelphia
Chicago
Los Angeles
San Francisco
Story
Brooks & Finley, Representatives
Metropolis
Sing Sing
Arizona
Uncle Wiggily and the Toad Stool
Uncle Wiggily overhears two of his rabbit boys plotting mischief about a tumbler. He hides in the bushes and notes their playful, teasing exchange as they discuss making the Lady Mouse Sheot Teacher fall and flee.
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Advenwe
Onn Valeo
Mr. Longears
Tandle
Noodle
Toadle
Uncle Wiggily
Miss Mouse
Toodle
Nondle
Hollow Stump
Nove
Mia
Mop
Uncle Wigely
Tondin
Uncle Wiggily and the Naughty Rabbit Trick
Uncle Wiggily follows two rabbits who plot to topple Mrs. Hop by weakening a toadstool. The plan backfires when Mrs. Hop tumbles safely onto soft moss. Uncle Wiggily confronts the rabbits, who admit their prank and apologize as Miss Mouse and the lad’s father arrange restitution with a new stool.
Chinaman buyers, a thousand dollars change Pullen fortune
Fred Pullen and his wife Julia host two Chinese visitors who buy two lacquer chests for 1000 dollars, leaving the couple with 875 dollars profit and plans to settle debts. Julia hints at marriage prospects as the business deal unsettles family dynamics and future purchases.
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Fred Pullen
Pullen
Hawk
Das
Dulia
Pule
Puler
Jilia
Mrs. Pullen
Julia
Eldef
Juiia
Fred
Elsie
Giant California redwoods delight readers with age and size
Uncle Rays Corner describes the California redwoods noting their ancient origin, vast heights reaching up to 340 feet, trunk diameters up to 38 feet, and even hollow passages cut through trunks. Seeds are tiny yet trees exceed two thousand years in age, with the Wellingtonia as the only North American tree rival.
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California
Gering
North America
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McNaught Syndicate, Inc
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