U.S. Radio Board To Clear 25 More Channels in January
The Federal Radio Commission plans to clear 25 additional channels around 600 to 1000 kilocycles in January after returning commissioners Pickard and Sykes from zone tours. A blanket license-extension extends all licenses expiring Dec 31 by one month while the FCC may revoke licenses for cause and adopt a strict policy to stabilize broadcasting and invite court action if needed. The commission seeks listener feedback on the shakeup that took effect Dec 1 and aims to settle constitutional questions through potential litigation.
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Washington, D. C
Federal Radio Commission
Pickard
Sykes
Congress
Lincoln anecdote on trousers and subscriptions
Carl Sandburg recalls a Lincoln tale in Chicago a luncheon story about a defense lawyer with torn pants and a short coat. A mock subscription sheet for new pants circulates and Lincoln writes I refuse to subscribe to the end in view.
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Carl Sandburg
Lincoln Authority
Chicago
Lincoln
Abe Lincoln
Springfield
Abe
Quoted Exchange Over Murder Case Sparks Juror Insanity Claim
A courtroom exchange features the district attorney challenging jurors about their reasons for acquitting a murderer. A juror replies insanity. The district attorney questions the twelve jurors as a unit. Separately it notes the president of Czecho-Slovakia being elected for life.
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Czecho-Slovakia
Doctor allowed patient to die over pain in England verdict
Sheffield coroner and jury uphold Dr. A. T. Simpson for letting John Robinson die after an overdose while treating him for dropsy and heart disease. They rule death resulted from medicine to relieve pain and sleep and commend no one. Simpson cites compassion over forcing continued suffering.
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Sheffield
England
A. T. Simpson
John Robinson
Robinson
Dr. Simpson
Willy Nilly
Starching Clothes Instructions From Department of Commerce
The Department of Commerce advises housekeepers to starch clothes with the wrong side out, sprinkling while hot for best penetration. Use two pans, one thin paste for light fabrics and one thick for heavy fabrics, and keep starch hot for stiffness. White starch on dark fabrics shows clearly. tinting with tea, coffee, or bluing is possible.
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Department of Commerce
Proportion of Tortie Cat Males Sparse
A zoological note states that roughly one in seven hundred tortoise-shell cats are male, reflecting the rare occurrence of male tortoiseshell coloration in cats.
Powder Box De Luxe Doll Fantasy Ad
Queenly china doll poses on a silk throne in a fashionably useless powder box. The alluring prop doubles as a practical container for powder and puff, making it a charming gift idea for Christmas in well-appointed boudoirs.
ETERNAL FLAPPER The seven ages of woman and Civil War clashes
A Louisville Times note explores the seven ages of woman from infancy to young woman. It mentions that during the Civil War there were about 2400 military engagements deemed notable enough to be named.
Man Makes 440 Out of Back Yard Honey
Robert Lee beekeeper A W Puett earns 440 this year from 34 hives in his back yard. Hurricanes, hail, and a April tornado damaged the yard, hindering production. Each hive averaged 64 pounds, and Puett sold honey at 20 cents per pound with steady demand in West Texas.
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Robert Lee
A. W. Puett
The
Robert Lee Observer
Puett
West Texas
Sign Your Name In Newspaper Articles
The piece argues that contributors should reveal authorship or at least be identifiable. It notes many writers submit lengthy letters without signatures, and newspapers rely on credited input even if the name is not printed. It calls for accountability and transparency in attribution.
Typewriter Supplies For Sale At Sun Office
Typewriter carbon paper and typewriter ribbons are offered for sale at the Sun office. The listing highlights common office supplies for writers and clerks seeking replacement inks and transfer paper.
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Typewriter
Sun Office
Advertising drives modern shopping and the merchant’s need
The article argues advertising leads buying, noting women as primary shoppers and advertising readers. Merchants, including previously reluctant ones, must advertise to regain customers and reduce business failures. It emphasizes planning, information from ads, and the growing role of ad campaigns in commerce.
Secret Is Invitation To Failure
A Beacon letter from Glen Ellen Illinois argues that secrecy guarantees failure and urges open information sharing to prevent mistakes and promote accountability.
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Beacon
Glen Ellen
Illinois
Giant Cypress of Tule Topped Two Thousand Years
A massive cypress in Santa Maria de Tule near Oaxaca Mexico stands about 140 feet tall with a trunk around 110 feet in girth and is believed to be two millennia old.
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Santa Maria de Tule
Oaxaca
Mexico
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