World Harmony Through Schools Plan Outlined
State superintendents and education commissioners at a Washington convention consider a campaign to promote international harmony through schools. Dr. Augustus O. Thomas unveils a $10,000,000 endowment with $100,000 annual pledges and urges presenting other lands' history and life to students, plus an international university federation with student exchanges.
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Washington
Augustus O. Thomas
Maine
World Federation of Educational Associations
Ousley Pushes Cotton Acreage Reduction Plan
In Memphis nine cotton growing states met to discuss forming a Tennessee Missouri unit of the Cotton Acreage Reduction Movement Association. Clarence Ousley of Fort Worth urged acreage cuts and increased food and feed crop production and encouraged state cooperative units like the Texas example. States represented included Tennessee Arkansas Alabama Missouri Texas Louisiana Oklahoma Georgia and Mississippi.
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Memphis
Tenn
Tennessee-Missouri
Cotton Acreage Reduction Movement Association
Clarence Ousley
Fort Worth
Texas
Tennessee
Arkansas
Alabama
Missouri
Louisiana
Oklahoma
Georgia
Mississippi
Is Religion Failing or Gaining in Modern Times
A quoted church leader counters the view that religion is in decline. He argues real religion remains strong while faulty ideas falter. The article cites church membership trends showing growth despite ongoing religious controversy.
How Doctors Treat Colds and the Flu
Physicians and druggists now recommend Calotabs for quick relief from colds grippe sore throat and tonsillitis. One or two Calotabs at bed time with water remove salts without nausea or interfering with eating or work. Next morning the cold vanishes and digestion returns to normal. Family package with directions priced at 35 cents.
Record of Increasing Church Attendance and Shifting Views
The Kansas City Star notes growing church attendance in America, with about 46 million members and rising by over 1 million annually for years. It highlights broadened interest in religious questions and a renewed search for truth amid unsettled opinions on religion and the Bible.
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America
Kansas City Star
Girl Awarded One Dollar After Rooster Eye Injury
A nine year old girl, Leonora Kingsley, received one dollar in damages from Barrington farmer Emil Wieneckie after a rooster allegedly pecked out her eye at the Wieneckie farm in 1920. The judge warned of a possible new trial if the father seeks it.
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Chicago
Waukegan
Leonora Kingsley
Emil Wieneckie
Shurtleff
Leonard Kingsley
Wieneckie
Wieneckie Farm
Burglary and the Bible in Public Schools
An essay argues that reading the Bible in schools may influence morals and public security. The piece notes burglary insurance rates across Boston New York and Chicago and questions any link to school Bible practices over decades, suggesting cautious reflection on morality and crime.
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B. T. Cornell
Boston
New York
Chicago
Dearborn Independent
Divorces Gain In United States Increase Noted
A brief report notes a rise in divorces across the United States as a trend in the latest figures. The brief cites overall increase but lacks detailed state data or breakdowns.
Splendid Feeling Promised by Herbine Remedy
An ad touts Herbine as a quick cure for torpid liver and constipation with first-dose relief. It claims purifying effects and improved energy, buoyancy, and spirits, priced at 60 cents and sold by Bow-Wright Drug Co.
Divorce rates fall as marriages rise nationwide
Census data show for 1923 ten divorces per seventy four marriages while 1924 records the same divorces per sixty nine marriages. Texas leads in divorces with Illinois and Ohio close behind, and New York records the most marriages with Illinois Pennsylvania and Texas next.
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United States Census Bureau
Texas
Illinois
Ohio
New York
Pennsylvania
The Non Medical Treatment of Colds
The piece explains there is no specific cure or preventive for colds. mentions anti cold vaccines exist but are not specific. notes readers’ letters seeking the best treatment.
Political Announcements for 1926 Democratic Primary
The Sun lists candidates in July 1926 Democratic primary race. Sheriff contenders Floyd Everheart and J A Vaughan. County Attorney Roy M Finley. Tax Collector S V Earnest and D K Roberts. Constable Prec 3 Ed Lankford. Justice of the Peace J H Pennell.
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The
Sun
Roy M. Finley
S. V
Vernon) Earnest
D. K. Roberts
The Best Treatment for Colds Present
A Progressive Farmer article argues early bed rest is key to curing colds. It notes two contrasting experiences with cold treatment and emphasizes avoiding contact with others who are ill. It advises staying in bed three days to reserve energy for recovery and prevent other diseases.
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Ousley
Dr. Price
Price Baking Powder
Independence Boulevard
United States
Bow-Wright Drug CO
Lilley Dry Goods Co
Wichita Falls
Scott Street
Portland Cement Association
Southwestern Life Building
Dallas
Floyd Everheart
J. A
Arthur) Vaughan
Constable
ED Lankford
FOR Justice OF the Peace
J. H. Pennell
Beasley & Mangrum
R. S. Morehead
Planters National Bank
Combi
Lilley Dry Goods Company
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