Rail Road Debate Prompts Publicity Idea for Ministers
The column argues ministers should use free publicity to draw crowds, citing Tex Rickard's boxing publicity as a model. It notes mass media coverage, photos, and writers as costless tools to promote moral and religious discussions among non churchgoers. It also mentions Willard vs Dempsey publicity as a parallel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tex Rickard
Toledo
Willard
Dempsey
Athletic Club
WRE
Hysteria Symptoms and Writer’s Cramp Discussed by Doctor
The column outlines hysteria symptoms including paroxysmal convulsions and sensory motor and psychic disorders. It notes historical views linking hysteria to the womb, plus treatment with rest cures, isolation, baths, massage, electricity, and diet. Also discusses nerve issues like writer’s cramp and neuritis with possible causes. Written as a health Q&A by Dr. John B. Huber for public sanitation and wellness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minerva
Hippocrates
Weir Mitchell
Mall
John B. Huber
Couple Discusses Antique Cellarette Purchase
Andrew surprises Imogene with an imported Sheraton cellarette he bought for $300 after claiming a reliable dealer in Turnstall, Chippendale legend, and Grand Rapids provenance. Imogene questions the fuss while noting the tag reveals Grand Rapids origin and the couple exchange playful jibes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andrew
Imogene
Bur Ant
Turnstall
Herkimer Street
Sheraton
Chippendale
Sheruipus
Chippendale Manor
Lord Chippendale
Grand Rapids, Mich
Century Press
Spice Cakes and the Prince Part II
Orphan girl Lilla offers spice cakes to the city and is bought by a reluctant Prince at the palace. The Prince pleads for her to stay as the King and Queen decide to send her away to end their bond. Lilla departs with a bag of gold but the Prince does not forget her.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lilla
Lilia
Vilella
Judge bars children from testifying against parents in custody case
Manoon Indiana Judge J Frank Charles of the Grand Circuit Court rules children will not be compelled to testify against their parents in a custody suit. A nine year old boy was not placed on the stand as the judge spoke from the bench and conferred with the boy in private chambers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greene County
Iowa
Iso
Manoon
Ind
J. Frank Charles
Grand Circuit Court
Wilson delays league of nations talk amid prize fight distraction
Des Moines Register reports President Wilson postpones League of Nations discussion until after July 4 to avoid distraction from the prize fight in To-? and keep focus on national events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines Register
Marche
Wilson
League of Nations
Prince Seeks Wife After Spice Cake Challenge
A king orders all kings to present daughters to marry the prince. The prince declares he will wed only the one who can bake spice cakes, and none of the assembled princesses can. They must all learn to cook, leaving the outcome to unfold.
Costs of living and profiteering top Iowa editorials
Burlington Hawk-Eye notes rising prices and public demand for government action against profiteers. Des Moines Capital reports Rep. Charles Kennedy retiring from Congress, with speculation on a successor. Monticello Express cites J. F. Deems aiming for governor. Hampton Chronicle lists Carl F. Kuehnle as an early gubernatorial candidate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burlington
Socie
Kenney
Des Moines
Charles’ S
AL Kennedy
Congress
Deems
Monticello
J. F. Deems
Rotarians
Iowa
Food Administration
Kuehnle
Hampton Chronicle
Carl F. Kuehnle
Denison
Carl
Peace Conference Chronology of Versailles Negotiations
Summary of the Versailles peace talks detailing the major actors and steps from January to May. It covers the five leading nations, the formation of councils, drafts and leagues of nations, territorial decisions, and German reception of the treaty. It notes key dates, delegates, and shifts in positions, including Italy, Austria, and the Monroe doctrine adjustments. It ends with post conference references and new farm publications notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Versailles
Germany
United States
Great Britain
France
Italy
Japan
Paris
Wilson
Robert Lansing
Henry White
Moe
Rome
Edward M. House
Tasker
H. Bliss
Georges Clemenceau
Lloyd George
Clemenceau
Orlando
Wilson I
England
Taly
Princes Islands
Europe
League of Nations
Council
International Labor Legislation Committee
Austria
Fiume
League ‘of Nations
America
Geneva
Shantune
Council of
Count Tronkdorff-Rantzau
Ible
Council of Four
Lavender Suspender Accusation Echoes in Town Folklore
A townsfolk tale recalls a man accused of speeding simply for lavender suspenders. The quirk tale contrasts bold style with swift judgment, reflecting local humor about dress and reputation.
Brain Tests No 99 Refers to Revolutionary Generals
Loyd puzzle text notes names of Continental and English officers across six sentences. It mentions Washington, Lafayette, and others, with a patriotic theme and a reminder that young readers should recall the 4th of July meaning. The piece closes with a list of city names and a 1919 copyright credit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Valley Forge
Lafayette
San Francisco
New York
Portland
Macon
Dallas
Easton
Newport
Denver
Babylon
Sam Loyd
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Associated Press
Audit Bureau of Circulations
Neale Ae
Warrington
D. C
Bireau
Munsey Blée
B. G. Dougherty
Blée
Phiadelph’s
Chicago
Gifres
Story
Brooks & Finley
Narden
Maximilian
Marden
Hohensollern
Rickard
Tama
Scrivner
Rob Fulkerson
Welt
Peace Conference
Verenitas
Lhisitania
St. Germain
United State Department of Agriculture
Department
Secretary of Agriculture
Division of Publications
United States Department of Agriculture
Washington, D. C
Orm
Servica
By Sam Loyd
Pettte
Nettie
National Biscuit Company
B.C. Graham
National Biscuit
Graham Crackera
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