One Joker Smoked Out in League Covenant Debate
The piece discusses the League of Nations covenant and a major point on its jurisdiction over international versus domestic matters notably immigration. It notes Sweden and Finland and a proposed reservation by Republicans to exempt domestic issues, plus reflections on American public opinion and the Senate ratification context.
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Lightning Birth in Marion Hospital After Strike
A Marion family reports a lightning strike that knocked out Mrs. Richard Bekold and others in a shelter. Amid the chaos, a baby named lightning baby was born and survived. Both mother and child were taken to a hospital where doctors said they were well.
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Health Talks on Stigmata and Hereditary Traits
Dr Huber discusses stigmata as transmitted defects from parents to children and the varying forms from anatomical features to mental traits. He notes many traits are common, that some may be mitigated through care, and urges ongoing observation and public questions for the Health Talks column.
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The Revenge of Tommie and Bennie Fox Part I
Tommie and Bennie Fox, living near Old Reddy Fox, are enticed to paint a red barn for fruit and cake as a trap. They work all day and return to find the rewards vanished, with Old Reddy laughing and sending them home hungry and wiser.
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The Dip of Death On the amusement ride
Andrew and Imogene take a ride on a dangerous amusement park cable car. Imogene panics over a simulated dangerous drop while Andrew reassures her and claims safety as they approach the home stretch.
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Brain Tests by Sam Loyd
Puzzle column presents a time constrained brain teaser with a hint about a missing word containing eight letters. The text references prior puzzles No. 491 and a failed watch sale negotiation, illustrating wordplay and arithmetic misfires from Loyd’s 1900s style humor.
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Dandruff Remedy Claims Hair Regrowth Aid
A vintage advertisement promotes using four ounces of ordinary argon liquid applied at night to dissolve and destroy dandruff. It claims rinsing stops itching and improves hair appearance, with repeated applications advertised as leading to noticeable results.
In the rushing race
A verse from Frank L. Stant mocks the endless political campaign as a man runs on without pause. The poem likens him to John Gilpin and suggests he will keep running until Judgment Day, with crowding dust and constant motion.
Fragmented dialogue from a dusty page scene
A garbled excerpt shows characters speaking in hurried terms about excitement and a plan to "go again" with phrases like Wasn't that fine and Sherman said war was read aloud in a noisy setting.
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Nature Notes by John Burroughs
Questions on cowbird rearing, fall behavior, deer mouse markings and familiar walk length prompt readers to check tomorrow’s Nature Notes for answers.
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Candid Crow, Wily Fox, and Insects Stowaway in Winter
Excerpts discuss why the crow is so cunning and how a fox evades hunters. It notes the crow’s wary nature and lack of natural enemies, the fox’s evasion tactics, and insects entering winter quarters by October with some queen-mother exceptions.
Nathan Strauss honored for humanity and milk aid
Des Moines Capital lauds Nathan Strauss for decades of philanthropy aiding the poor, the sick, and babies with free or low cost milk. The Des Moines Register notes farmers' modern status and the Nonpareil remarks on voting rights and responsibility among men and women.
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Diamond Dyes Promise Easy Rich Fadeless Color
Ad claims Diamond Dyes let any woman diamond-dye garments and textiles in one step. It promises perfect results on wool silk cotton and mixed fabrics with directions included. A color card shows 16 rich colors and guarantees satisfaction.
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Mixed reader views on politics and guidance from older leaders
Excerpts from Sioux City Tribune Mason City Globe Gazette and Burlington Hawk Eye reflect varied opinions on governance and reform. Critics argue selection of leaders matters for the future while noting past efforts to curb costs. The tone ranges from skeptical about generational wisdom to cautious about political branding and leadership.
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