Salvation Army budget appeal faces $10 million drive
The Salvation Army seeks 10 million to fund next year’s Home Service work in the United States. Franklin K. Lane chairs the effort as national volunteers promote the appeal in churches and communities. If funded, programs for the poor, hospitals, slums, fresh air camps, prisons, and foundling homes will continue and expand. otherwise they may be curtailed. The campaign runs through May 20 with contributions expected locally.
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Home Service Fund
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Army
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Salvationists
The House of Whispers Chapter Amid Disturbance
A disturbance erupts as Nelson and Wick confront a murder scene. They question occupants, recover a revolver, and pursue the killer. Claire exits the scene as gunshots echo.
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Fentering
Murder at the Granddeck exposes a suspected burglary
In a tense sequence at the Granddeck, Daisy Lutan is found shot in her apartment after a burglar enters. The narrator, with Wick, suspects the superintendent Kent and watches for a hidden exit while doctors and police are summoned. The killer remains at large as authorities prepare statements.
Daily Thought 'Tis happy for him that his father was born before him Switt
A short quotation feature notes the humorous idea that a son benefits from a father who predates him, reflecting light newspaper humor from a bygone era.
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Switt
Mystery in a Luxurious Apartment Ends in a Fatal Discovery
The narrator joins Mr. Wick and the elevator boy at a well lit front apartment where a loud scream and shot were heard. The wall safe is open and in the sitting room a young woman lies on the floor lifeless, eyes wide, one arm twisted, clutching the front of her dress.
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Claire
Barbara
Eli
Mr. Wick
Wick
Miss Lutan
Vick
Nelson
Mr. Wice
Plan to Improve Seed Beds and Soil Health
Agricultural guidance from a U S Department of Agriculture pamphlet explains soil preparation, proper watering and fertility, crop suitability to weather, and the role of fungi and bacteria in plant diseases. It emphasizes deep plowing, manure or compost, airy, well-spread seedings, and careful use of fertilizers to prevent losses.
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Tnited States Department of Agriculture
Crossing the Leg Habit and a Simple Cloth Remedy
An Lonon Answers note advises sedentary workers to stop crossing their legs by placing a clean duster or soft cloth under the lower leg. This simple habit disruptor prevents shine and wear, offering real savings when the duster is at hand and the habit is kept.
Hood's Sarsaparilla Ad Claims Health Benefits
An old advertisement touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as a remedy for stomach liver and kidney issues urging readers to ask their druggist about its quality and efficacy.
Inventor Seeks Patent for Turning Antimony Alloy to Gold
In 1897 a Chicago inventor pursued a patent for a process to make gold from a compound of antimony iron and sulfur. The patent office demanded proof of merit and the secretary of the treasury directed the mint bureau to test the idea. The treasury laboratory reportedly found no gold or silver produced.
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Chicago
Patent Office
Secretary of the Treasury
mint_bureau
Treasury Laboratory
Trustee's Sale of Mrs Spotts Property in Winchester Virginia
The trustee will offer at public auction on May 29 1920 in Winchester Virginia the property at 523 South Main Street NW corner of Main and Monmouth with a brick residence and 52 by 165 feet frontage. Immediate possession by the purchaser. Terms require one third cash at sale and remainder in two annual installments secured by two notes and a deed of trust with insurance.
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County Court House
A. S. Spotts
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Monmouth Street
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Sufe Home Life Insurance Co
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