Good Roads to Crime and the Illinois Bank Robberry Trend
An editorial argues that expanding concrete roads in Illinois accelerates bank robberies by enabling quick escapes. It cites East St. Louis gangs, calls for state police similar to New York and Pennsylvania, and urges patrols to deter daylight robberies and protect lenders.
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Nlmois
East St. Louis
Suel
Gans
Yoitie Atiads
ons @ank
Batk
Umness
Gravel road plan for Grundy County gains support
The Grant highway stretch in Grundy County may become a graveled road funded by a November bond issue. Advocates argue the project raises regional civilization and could be paid from the primary road fund without extra taxes.
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Grundy
Grant
Towa
Huw County
Grave
Utter
Hutie
Public health column warns against unqualified diagnosis
Dr Brady presents warned symptoms and methods for preventing apoplexy, explaining arterial disease and blood pressure in lay terms while lampooning amateur diagnosis and quack remedies. The piece includes reader questions on rheumatism and advice to seek credible medical guidance.
State voters’ prior rejection spurs police road funding impact
Voters who rejected a proposition two years ago face outcomes tied to policing and road funding. Local authorities warn state police presence may shift as plans unfold, with implications for future budgets and public safety.
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Towa
Strange odor expert hired by city manager in Cleveland
Charles City Press reports Cleveland hires Dr. R E McLaughlin formerly of the University of Toronto to sit for odor prevention of stock yards rendering works and manufacturing plants. He argues cities should reduce unpleasant by products to improve living conditions and health, urging action beyond prosperity.
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Charles City Press
Cleveland
RE. McLaughlin
University of Toronto
Tai
Free City
Brain Tests by Sam Loud
A reader puzzle asks for perfect numbers and their divisors. The piece explains that a perfect number equals the sum of its positive divisors and cites 6 and 28 as examples, asking for other perfect numbers below 16000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sam
Bobbed hair sparks biblical and literary riffs in cafe chat
Imogene and Ambrigay banter about bobbed hair while anecdotes mix with references to Samson Delilah Absalom and Bluebeard. Andrew recalls tongue hair as pivotal in a Bible tale and a tableau scene features hanging heads.
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Nat
Imogene
Mr. Samson
Delilah
Linn
Sle
Jack Dempsay
Ant “Drew
Absalant
David
Lancelor
Andrew
Bluebeard
Abe Martin: Siam’s Prince Faces Limited Publicity
A humorous Abe Martin line jokes about the prince of Siam and his lack of publicity, noting political jokes about the 94 Democratic nomination in Texas and the urge to pack quickly.
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Siam
Texas
Uncle Wiggily and the Mouse Teacher
Uncle Wiggily overhears a plea from a mouse at Hellow Stump School asking to be let out to play ball. The scene hints at a gentle, cautious intervention by the rabbit in the woods as he considers the situation and the source of the voice.
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Cecil Farst
League of Nations
Ccett
League
Britain
Great Britain
Aseo
United States
Uncle Wiggily and the Mouse Teacher By
Howard R. Garis
Wiggily
Uncle Wiggily Helps Jackie In After School Scene
In a schoolroom near four o clock Miss Mouse keeps Jackie Bow Wow after class for mischief. Uncle Wiggily volunteers to take Jackie’s punishment and clean the boards while the Wolf sneaks in and sneezes from chalk dust.
Uncle Wiggily Outwits the Wolf in Chalk Dust Escape
Uncle Wiggily hides with Miss Mouse as chalk dust creates a smoke screen. The Wolf can’t see them and the duo slips from the schoolroom while Uncle Wiggily stays behind to avoid the pursuing predator. The tale promises more adventures with a piano stool disguise.
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Miss Mouse
Uncle Wiggily
Jackie
Australia as Labor Model Draws Uproar Over Immigration
The piece contrasts Australia’s progressive government and state ownership with American limits on immigration. It notes Australia’s free travel and benefits for settlers, while criticizing U.S. limits and economic inequality. It argues millions seek opportunity under Capitalist America if allowed to come.
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Marshalltown Times-Republican
yAustralia
Australia
la Follette
Europe
Ice
Ui. S. A
America
Burroughs Nature Notes Contain FAQs and Answers
A 1973 Burroughs Nature Club page features readers’ questions on eagles, corn planting timing, and animal curiosities. It includes answers about ostrich eggs, differences between crocodiles and alligators, toad hatchlings after rain, and notes on shading and habitat for wildlife.
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Burroughs Nature Club
Houghton Mifflin Co
Alica In Wonderland
Uncle Harry Talks About Unusual Tastes Across Regions
In a lively exchange, Uncle Harry and friends discuss quirky foods from different places. They compare candied yams with toasted marshmallows and corn on the cob, noting regional favorites and curious culinary phrases from far and wide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helen
Harey
Peculiar Food Tastes Across Cultures
Uncle Harry discusses global eating habits from cactus candy to bamboo, noting tolerance for unusual foods. He explains edible plant parts like prickly cactus fruits, bamboo shoots, and cockamamie soups, stressing openness to diverse cuisines and avoiding cultural judgment.
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British Isles
Jimmy
Harry
Uncle Harry
Joe
Jor
Rheuma Remedy Promises Quick Relief The Wangler Bros Ad
An advertisement touts Rheuma as a remedy for rheumatic poison gout sciatica lumbago and kidney misery. It claims joint and muscle waste removal and offers money back if promises are not met, urging readers to buy at Wangler Bros or from a druggist.
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Wangler Bros
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Maj
Waterton
Lowe
Asnocd
Associated P
Taft
Audic
Bureau of Girculations
Gandy
Chicag' Angeles
Brooks & Marrin
Munitions of
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Mistress of Air Seas
William Brady
Therese
Che “Mitter
Crostale
St. Drysdale
Flere
Anty
Drysdale
Inuker Jeaf
George A. Molean
Denver
Severt
Eilmure
Jake
Ula
Uae
Tor
Brady
Tam
Barbara Fritchla
Fredrick
Rip van Winkle
Joe Jefferson
Jafferson
Medusa
Godiva
Paderawski
Iowa
Lrn
Tey
Wife
Roe Fulkerson
Ambirgay
Abe Martin
Lady Mouse
Jackie Bow Wow
Johnnie Bushytail
Johnnie
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Uncle
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