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Automyee volume 70 number 233 published daily except Sunday by W H Hartman Co. editor Jackson McCoy treasurer and general manager. Subscription rates listed within city region and beyond. Includes AP and UP news bureaus and advertising policies.
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Walska Case Tests U S Duty Exemption For Jewelry
Ganna Walska arrived from Europe claiming customs relief on 2.5 million dollars worth of jewelry and personal effects. Her luggage valued over 200 thousand dollars was impounded as counsel argued she had resided abroad since marrying Harold McCormick in 1922 and owned property in Paris. The customs ruling held she remained an American resident, obliging duties. the question arises who will pay.
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Ganna Waiska
America
Europe
United States
Mme. Walska
Songblird
Harold McCormick
Paris
Sam
Sioux City
Slouf
Predicted Confusion If States Alone Run Liquor Plan
The article argues Gov Smith's plan to return liquor control to states would likely cause widespread confusion and increase smuggling and crime. Even opponents like Silas H. Strawn doubt feasibility, noting that repealing or revising the Eighteenth Amendment would be required and contentious across states.
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Simith
Silas H. Strawn
Chicago
American Bar Association
Gov. Smith
The Ha Penny Stamp Reflects Change in Coin Value
A United States postage stamp bearing Nathan Hale is described in a humorous scene at a postal window. The piece, praised for dignifying small change, is valued at four cents with a nickel and a half-cent stamp used for a register. The passage notes the stamp’s novelty amid penny and nickel distrust and commends Uncle Sam for encouraging the least coin’s worth.
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Nathan Hale
United States
Sam
Highway progress brightens Iowa road system
A night drive through northeast Iowa shows modern highways spreading across the state. Feeder lines are graded and graveled, weather friendly, enabling easier travel for strangers. Yet motorists ignore rear lights, risking serious accidents as red lamps on the back are treated as a whim rather than law.
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Iowa
British jests miss the mark on tragic film heroine
British commentary mocks American cinema as JL laments the tragic case of a young film heroine whose fate is depicted with pathos. The remarks imply humor falls flat against a somber narrative.
Film life and beauty standards spark ethical sting
A fragment from a 19th century style column critiques a young actress undergoing cosmetic alteration to fit beauty norms. The piece attacks medical editing for shaping bodies to a narrow ideal, praising the actress's agency while warning against public pressure and mutilation for appearance.
Marathon dance deemed degrading public spectacle
In early summer a reader recalls a marathon dance show he attended for about an hour amid a $1.65 admission, noting dancers shuffled for 45 minutes then rested, while promoters handed out donations to certain couples. He decries the event as commercial exploitation of youth, unsafe and unworthy of a real endurance test, urging cities to prohibit such spectacles.
Chalk is Fine for stomach acid and health questions
Prepared chalk chemically calcium carbonate is harmless and does not affect blood. Precipitated chalk is pure and preferable to milk for neutralizing stomach acidity. Lemon juice weight loss claims are not valid. lemon juice does not reduce weight and may not help. Readers may send brief questions for Dr. Benny, with self-addressed stamped envelopes.
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Jemon
Benny
Willout Brady
Courage Creates Truth by Glenn Frank
An essay arguing courage, not fear or restraint, ignites religious and moral renewal. Frank cites Mazzini and Bertrand Russell to contrast religious impulse with learned skepticism, urging a courageous faith that motivates action beyond mere facts to lift civilization.
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Courage
Glenn Frank
University of Wisconsin
Century Magazine
McClure
Syndicata
Maazzini
Italy
Magali
Mazzini
Young
Bertrand Russell
Russell
Mr. Russell
New York bobbed hair fad shows aging trends and Paris wigs
A 1920 New York feature notes rising long hair among young women while elderly ladies adopt shaved heads and bobbing parlors report steady patronage even in those over 70. Mary Pickford and Ina Claire are cited as icons, with fashion shifting to windblown bobs and middle parts as show studios seek novelty.
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New York
Mary Pickford
Ina Claire
Paris
Manhattan
Niagara Falls
Jess
Uncle Wiggily and Pussy Kat Catnap Plot On View
Uncle Wiggily hides behind the piano while Papa Kat crouches near the chair. Pussy Kat, described as the youngest sister of Jase Tommie and Kittie Kat, daysdreams on the porch about catnip she loves. The scene hints at a planned secret watching of Pussy Kat’s actions as she nears the house.
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Tommie
Joie
Kitde
Daddhcums
Uncle
Papa Khat
Atlen
Pussy Kai
Shall
Uncle Wiggily
Mr. Kat
Bunny
Pussy Kat
Papa Kat
Jase
Kittie Kat
Catnip hide and seek ends in surprising find
Five twenty nine Fapa hides catnip in the house to use during illness while Pussy the cat relentlessly searches. Papa Kat and Uncle Wigglly plot to outsmart her by placing the stash in plain sight. They hide to observe, and Pussy soon discovers the tempting contraband.
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Mr. Kat
Papa Kat
Uncle Wigelly
Uncle Wigglly
Rabbit
Pape Kat
Burroughs Nature Club Answers Famed Reader Queries
The 1878 Burroughs Nature Club Notes answers readers questions on insects birds and plants. Topics include black swallowtail caterpillars feeding habits, bird tail functions, and why cattle avoid mullein with notes on plant bitterness and leaf structure.
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Burroughs Nature Club
Houghton Pisplinco
Prosperity and Democratic funds in campaign drive
Davenport Times argues prosperity benefits all and notes the Democratic party taps funds raised for its program. The piece suggests funds would not emerge during industrial stress, reflecting campaign finance concerns and economic debate.
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Davenport
Democratic Party
Abe Martin Notes Fip Town Visit and Baseball Hints
Abe Martin reports visiting Fip town and hints at a hammer victory and a ball game. The writer expresses uncertainty over the winner but notes some participant appears to clean up on barley.
Sunrise at Capri and a call to rise early
A rambling essay contrasts rare sunrises in art with the need to wake at dawn to witness morning scenes. It praises Breton’s Gong of the Lark, notes the shifting colors as the sun rises, and laments artists’ neglect of dawn light while urging readers to observe sunrises for their elusive beauty.
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Capri
Bay of Naples
Old Fort. George
Arizona Desert
Mount Shasta
Rio Janeiro
Italy
Tropics
Florence
Pike's Peak
Catalina Island
Old Mill
Jules Breton
Tausiclan
Aurora
Blue Murder opens with a war record adventurer in secret service duty
Alan Dighton is summoned by Sir Ian Taverner after deputy Corlitt is killed by a new chemical weapon. The case spans Europe as Dighton uncovers Daudoy and a jade disc, with Greta Haye and Marney in the orbit. Dighton travels from Paris to Turin chasing danger.
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Alan Dighton
Sir Ian Taverner
London
Secret Service
Corlitt
Sir Ian
Baronets
Ahlborg
Dighton
Coriith
Europe
Emilh Daudoy
Alan
Anime Teader
Carlitl
Greta Haye
Marney
Greta
Paris
Italy
Daudol
Weetheart Im Parts
Goralth
Turin
Daudot
Spiritual forces and world peace mobilization discussed
Mason City Globe-Gazette reflects on Kellogg peace treaties and Cardinal Mercier, praising his mobilization of spiritual forces during the world war. The piece suggests spiritual leadership could guide nations homeward and possibly prevail over martial power, urging belief in meaning through such forces.
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Mason City Globe-Gazette
Herrick
Cardinal Mercier
Mercier
Atchison Woman Paid By Husband To Travel Funds
An Atchison woman habitually receives spending money from her husband twice weekly. He provides enough for train fare as she threatens to return to her mother, reflecting domestic financial patterns reported by the Atchison Globe.
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Atchison Globe
Atchison
How Important Are Geography and History
A pupil Betty Fox asks Uncle Ray about which subject is more important geography or history. The letter argues geography broadens travel knowledge, aids understanding of cities trade and industry, and can prevent war by fostering empathy. A reply will continue with history points next Saturday.
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Ray
Betty Fox
Betty
Hisory
Rhine
Seine
Nile
Germany
France
Egypt
Lfe
Ufe
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Manchester
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Antonio
Personal Health Service
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USA
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Lambs Club
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Russia
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Indian Cinematographic Commission
British
India
Burma
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Congress
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Public Ledger
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Lizard
Express
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Signore
Rue Des Acacias
England
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M’sieur
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Uncle Ray
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