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[November 11th, 1925] Armistice Day in 1925 was marked by solemn, religious observances in Washington, Paris, and London, contrasting with earlier celebrations. Ceremonies honored fallen soldiers, with moments of silence and wreath-laying.
[November 15th, 1925] Advertisement: Florida's East Coast offers golden beaches, tropical air, golf, and exciting experiences. The Florida East Coast Railway and Hotel Company provides travel and accommodations to resorts like St. Augustine, Miami, and Key West.
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[November 15th, 1925] Advertisement: Florida's East Coast offers golden beaches, tropical air, golf, and exciting experiences. The Florida East Coast Railway and Hotel Company provides travel and accommodations to resorts like St. Augustine, Miami, and Key West.
[November 15th, 1925] A cold snap with snow and sleet hit the Michigan/Canada border region, bringing slippery streets and dangerous conditions. The storm peaked early Sunday, with three inches of snowfall. Despite the weather, trains stayed on schedule, and utilities remained operational.
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[November 15th, 1925] A cold snap with snow and sleet hit the Michigan/Canada border region, bringing slippery streets and dangerous conditions. The storm peaked early Sunday, with three inches of snowfall. Despite the weather, trains stayed on schedule, and utilities remained operational.
[November 15th, 1925] Whitefish trailed Butte Central 7-0 but scored three touchdowns in the final minutes to win the western district championship. The game ended 13-7, with Whitefish gaining 237 yards to Central's 35. They will face Great Falls next.
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[November 15th, 1925] Whitefish trailed Butte Central 7-0 but scored three touchdowns in the final minutes to win the western district championship. The game ended 13-7, with Whitefish gaining 237 yards to Central's 35. They will face Great Falls next.
[November 15th, 1925] A woman recounts a traumatic experience where a policeman assaulted her after helping start her car. The article highlights concerns about police misconduct, corruption, and the need to "police the police." (The Baltimore Sun)
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[November 15th, 1925] A woman recounts a traumatic experience where a policeman assaulted her after helping start her car. The article highlights concerns about police misconduct, corruption, and the need to "police the police." (The Baltimore Sun)
[November 15th, 1925] Azerbaijan, once one of Europe's most backward states, is advancing through irrigation, railroads, and agriculture. The government is working to improve education and literacy, and the country has no major political issues.
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[November 15th, 1925] Azerbaijan, once one of Europe's most backward states, is advancing through irrigation, railroads, and agriculture. The government is working to improve education and literacy, and the country has no major political issues.
[November 15th, 1925] The Buffalo Rangers defeated the Bridgeburg Frontiers 8-2 in the final of the Tehel Soccer Challenge Cup. The Rangers dominated both halves, with Baxter scoring four goals and being the standout player. The Frontiers scored both their goals in the first half.
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[November 15th, 1925] The Buffalo Rangers defeated the Bridgeburg Frontiers 8-2 in the final of the Tehel Soccer Challenge Cup. The Rangers dominated both halves, with Baxter scoring four goals and being the standout player. The Frontiers scored both their goals in the first half.
[November 15th, 1925] Advertisement: Mr. Emmitt L. Hood, a railroad engineer, found relief from his winter cough using REM, a cough syrup that quickly silenced his symptoms. He praises REM for its effectiveness, lack of opiates, and pleasant taste.
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[November 15th, 1925] Advertisement: Mr. Emmitt L. Hood, a railroad engineer, found relief from his winter cough using REM, a cough syrup that quickly silenced his symptoms. He praises REM for its effectiveness, lack of opiates, and pleasant taste.
[November 15th, 1925] 1052 Belgica, a binary Florian asteroid, was discovered by Belgian astronomer Eugène Delporte.
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[November 15th, 1925] 1052 Belgica, a binary Florian asteroid, was discovered by Belgian astronomer Eugène Delporte.
[November 15th, 1925] The New York Giants narrowly defeated the Providence Steamrollers 13-12 in a thrilling game, thanks to strategic plays in the final period. The Giants avenged an earlier loss and secured a hard-fought victory.
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[November 15th, 1925] The New York Giants narrowly defeated the Providence Steamrollers 13-12 in a thrilling game, thanks to strategic plays in the final period. The Giants avenged an earlier loss and secured a hard-fought victory.
[November 15th, 1925] "The Phantom of the Opera", an American silent horror film adaptation of Gaston Leroux's 1910 novel of the same name directed by Rupert Julian and starring Lon Chaney in the title role of the deformed Phantom who haunts the Paris Opera House, is released in theaters.
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[November 15th, 1925] "The Phantom of the Opera", an American silent horror film adaptation of Gaston Leroux's 1910 novel of the same name directed by Rupert Julian and starring Lon Chaney in the title role of the deformed Phantom who haunts the Paris Opera House, is released in theaters.
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[November 14th, 1925] University of Colorado students stole Aggie banners from Boulder streets after losing the football game. Some were caught but managed to escape in a car.
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[November 14th, 1925] University of Colorado students stole Aggie banners from Boulder streets after losing the football game. Some were caught but managed to escape in a car.
[November 14th, 1925] Buster Keaton hopes to be named godfather to the newborn son of Mollie, sister of "Brown Eyes," his co-star in Go West. He believes his efforts to persuade her family will be successful.
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[November 14th, 1925] Buster Keaton hopes to be named godfather to the newborn son of Mollie, sister of "Brown Eyes," his co-star in Go West. He believes his efforts to persuade her family will be successful.
[November 14th, 1925] David C. Stephenson, former grand dragon of the Indiana KKK, was convicted of second-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison for killing Madge Oberholtzer. His co-defendants were acquitted, and he may seek a new trial.
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[November 14th, 1925] David C. Stephenson, former grand dragon of the Indiana KKK, was convicted of second-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison for killing Madge Oberholtzer. His co-defendants were acquitted, and he may seek a new trial.
[November 14th, 1925] Australia's first compulsory voting election saw a substantial majority for the government, which the incumbent Nationalist–Country coalition, led by Prime Minister Stanley Bruce, won a landslide victory over the opposition Labor Party.
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[November 14th, 1925] Australia's first compulsory voting election saw a substantial majority for the government, which the incumbent Nationalist–Country coalition, led by Prime Minister Stanley Bruce, won a landslide victory over the opposition Labor Party.
[November 14th, 1925] Jack Nerbuda pulled a loaded Chandler car from 13th Street to the Richardson Motor Company on Broadway using only his teeth. A former circus performer, he amazed onlookers with the stunt, leaving many to doubt whether the car's motor was even running.
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[November 14th, 1925] Jack Nerbuda pulled a loaded Chandler car from 13th Street to the Richardson Motor Company on Broadway using only his teeth. A former circus performer, he amazed onlookers with the stunt, leaving many to doubt whether the car's motor was even running.
[November 14th, 1925] The Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation (WARF) officially filed its articles of organization with the Wisconsin Secretary of State, marking its formal establishment.
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[November 14th, 1925] The Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation (WARF) officially filed its articles of organization with the Wisconsin Secretary of State, marking its formal establishment.
[November 14th, 1925] Salvador Dalí's first solo exhibition opened at the Galeries Dalmau in Barcelona. The 21-year-old painter exhibited 22 works that showed a mix of traditional and experimental styles, earning critical and commercial success.
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[November 14th, 1925] Salvador Dalí's first solo exhibition opened at the Galeries Dalmau in Barcelona. The 21-year-old painter exhibited 22 works that showed a mix of traditional and experimental styles, earning critical and commercial success.
[November 14th, 1925] Three state policemen were injured in traffic accidents while patrolling for the Yale-Princeton football game. Officer Skelly had a broken collar bone and fractured skull, Gardner's tongue was nearly severed, and Kennerson was partially paralyzed.
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[November 14th, 1925] Three state policemen were injured in traffic accidents while patrolling for the Yale-Princeton football game. Officer Skelly had a broken collar bone and fractured skull, Gardner's tongue was nearly severed, and Kennerson was partially paralyzed.
[November 14th, 1925] Colorful covers of today's magazines
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[November 14th, 1925] Colorful covers of today's magazines
[November 14th, 1925] Watch Your Step! (Los Angeles Times)
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[November 14th, 1925] Watch Your Step! (Los Angeles Times)
[November 13th, 1925] Harry Greb retained his middleweight title by outpointing Young Marullo in a 15-round bout, despite Marullo's strong performance. The judges awarded Greb the decision, as he won most of the rounds.
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[November 13th, 1925] Harry Greb retained his middleweight title by outpointing Young Marullo in a 15-round bout, despite Marullo's strong performance. The judges awarded Greb the decision, as he won most of the rounds.
[November 13th, 1925] Charleston dance contest in front of St. Louis City Hall
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[November 13th, 1925] Charleston dance contest in front of St. Louis City Hall
[November 13th, 1925] W.S. Day of Greenwood Farm, Dawsonville, Maryland
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[November 13th, 1925] W.S. Day of Greenwood Farm, Dawsonville, Maryland
[November 13th, 1925] Samuzzo Amatuna was shot by rival gangsters in a barbershop in Cicero, Illinois, while preparing to attend the opera with his girlfriend.
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[November 13th, 1925] Samuzzo Amatuna was shot by rival gangsters in a barbershop in Cicero, Illinois, while preparing to attend the opera with his girlfriend.