Art and America in Democracy Faces Artistic Challenge
An essay reviews Otto H. Kahn's view that American democracy can support broad artistic appeal. It discusses how art can educate the public, the obstacles of public indifference, and the need for gradual, long term efforts to cultivate taste among a young, business‑minded nation.
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United States
Nigaarchles
Aristocracies
Otto H. Kahn
Kahn
Avery “Hornyhanden
Duainess
The Law of Nations overview by American Foundation
The American Foundation compiles a concise 200 page handbook on international law highlighting core principles that have guided national actions in treaties and relations. The work appears amid debates over international bodies and the U S role in world affairs.
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American Foundation
LAW OF Nations
United States
World Court
League of Nations
ICwWA EDITORS Down Muscatine Way
Muscatine Journal notes farmers rarely use warehousing despite uproar. corn largely fed to livestock or held with no need for loans. Marshalltown Times-Republican reports Gov Ferguson seeks prison delivery in Texas amid impeachment-linked criticism. commentary on state and city governance reflecting public character.
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Ferguson
Texas
Uncle Wiggily and Johnnie's Slide
Johnnie Bushytall the squirrel slips from a knot hole door in the hollow tree to play during Thanksgiving week. His brother Billie joins him as Johnnie spots a clothes line dangling from a branch and imagines mischief and rope play.
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Christmas Mischief Gone Wrong in Uncle Wiggily Tale
Johnnie and Billie plan a Wild West trick on Uncle Wiggily using a rope lasso. The prank ends when Johnnie falls through thin ice and is rescued by Uncle Wiggily and Mr Longe. The boys confess, seek forgiveness, and vow not to repeat the prank.
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Wander Ami
Longe
Dante
Afterthoughts on flying to work and future transport
The piece muses on walking and riding to work then imagines autogiros and airborne commutes. It notes Juan de la Cierva's autogiro could rise vertically and land on rooftops, potentially easing traffic and parking though viewed as speculative. It foresees urban sprawl and the lure of distant suburbs while preferring a ground walk to work.
Cultured Crooks and Education in Modern Life
William Brady discusses how entertainment and sensational media shape public morals. He argues that true education blends intellectual and moral development, and criticizes yellow journalism and obscene material. He cites examples from crime and culture, and urges parental guidance and responsible instruction.
Democratic Split Deepens Over Klan and Morals Debate
The piece argues the Democratic split runs deeper than a quarrel over Klan ties and anti saloon battles. It links city country tensions to Jeffersonian ideals, labor and immigration, and the push for local self rule against federal interference.
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Washington
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Burroughs Nature Club Notes Puzzle Preview
Readable notes from 1925 Burroughs Nature Club discuss nature questions. Questions include whether snakes taste food and if native North American pheasants exist, plus a riddle about a hug without legs. answers promised in tomorrow's issue.
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Houghton Mifflin CO
North America
Which Bird Deserves the Handsome Prize
The passage weighs several birds for beauty including the cedarbird the scarlet tanager and the wood duck. It favors the elegant cedarbird for taste while noting the roadrunner and other species as contenders.
Amateur Sign Painter Levels Up Local Talent Scene
Abe Martin notes that among amateurs there are actors and guitar players, but a sign painter stands out as lacking even amateur status. He jokes that having a bass voice is almost as good as being a policeman, highlighting local character.
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Trial in Norseman Murder Case Ends With 20 Years
Carl Garrison is sentenced to twenty years at hard labor in Marinette penitentiary after a trial for Thornberg's death aboard the steam yacht Norseman. A physician testified memory gaps and amnesia may hide undiscovered impressions of the night’s events. The defense suggested a key memory could restore the truth, as Garrison remains certain he is no thief or killer.
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Washington
Congress
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Tennessee
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Thornberg
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Tye
Flo
Llonave
Marinette
Nation Favors Immigration Restriction Amid Congressional Vote
The piece notes overwhelming public support for immigration restriction. It cites a nine to one congressional vote in favor, with opposition mainly from a few large cities. Rural areas feel a city rural policy divide on this national issue. It also mentions citrus plant history and a note on goldfish surviving out of water.
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New York
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Canuada
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Mguor
Congress
New York Herald-Tribunt
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