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1926 News @100yearsago.bsky.social · 4h

[October 16th, 1926] TTC crews lay tracks on Dupont at Clinton (looking east)

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1926 News @100yearsago.bsky.social · 4h

[October 16th, 1926] Babe Ruth poses on the running board of a car parked at athletic field in Kingston, New York.

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1926 News @100yearsago.bsky.social · 5h

[October 16th, 1926] Cartoon from Judge Magazine

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It also notes the tension between American interests and Filipino demands for independence.

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[October 16th, 1926] The Daily Worker examines U.S. presence in the Philippines, citing abundant natural resources as a key driver. It highlights the strategic goal of developing a local rubber industry to end British monopolies.

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1926 News @100yearsago.bsky.social · 5h

The text explores the interplay between the individual and the collective.

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1926 News @100yearsago.bsky.social · 5h

[October 16th, 1926] This essay from the Daily Worker examines Lunacharsky's views on social consciousness and the construction of a new society. It argues that progress is driven by collective social bonds rather than just individual action.

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1926 News @100yearsago.bsky.social · 5h

[October 16th, 1926] Today's magazine covers

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(later the Red Wings), and New York Rangers to the league. Because of these new additions, American-based franchises outnumbered Canadian teams for the very first time. Ironically, the New York Americans were placed in the Canadian Division to maintain an even five-team balance per side.

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1926 News @100yearsago.bsky.social · 5h

[October 16th, 1926] The 1926–27 NHL season marked the first time the league split into two divisions following the collapse of the Western Hockey League (WHL), which left the NHL with sole control over the Stanley Cup. This pivotal expansion introduced the Chicago Black Hawks, Detroit Cougars

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1926 News @100yearsago.bsky.social · 15/10/2026

[October 15th, 1926] Miss Minnie Tracey, the business manager of the "Orpheus," hosted a luncheon for Swami Yogananda. The famous Hindu savant is currently lecturing in the city. The event's guests included local musical figures and close friends.

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1926 News @100yearsago.bsky.social · 15/10/2026

screening of the silent film The Ace of Cads.

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1926 News @100yearsago.bsky.social · 15/10/2026

[October 15th, 1926] Charles Woodward, an M.L.A. and Vancouver department store owner, opened a $250,000 department store in Edmonton. This expansion into the Alberta capital was the completion of a project he had been planning for six years.

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1926 News @100yearsago.bsky.social · 15/10/2026

On opening night, the sold-out crowd paid 25 cents per ticket to escape into a Mediterranean-style indoor courtyard featuring a deep blue ceiling with twinkling stars, "man-made air" (the first commercial air conditioning in Tampa), a performance by the Mighty Wurlitzer Theatre Organ, and a

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1926 News @100yearsago.bsky.social · 15/10/2026

[October 15th, 1926] The historic Tampa Theatre opened its doors to the public for the very first time. Designed by famed architect John Eberson and built by Paramount Pictures, it was celebrated as one of America’s most elaborate "atmospheric movie palaces".

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1926 News @100yearsago.bsky.social · 15/10/2026

[October 15th, 1926] Thomas Henry Constable, an Ontario Temperance Act inspector, was shot and killed near his Cochrane home late Friday night. An unknown assailant opened fire from a hiding spot as he approached his doorstep. Authorities are currently searching the area for the killers.

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1926 News @100yearsago.bsky.social · 15/10/2026

[October 15th, 1926] Cook Post 321 of Yonkers, New York, defeated Pocatello, Idaho, 23-6 to win the inaugural American Legion World Series at Sesquicentennial Stadium in Philadelphia.

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1926 News @100yearsago.bsky.social · 15/10/2026

[October 15th, 1926] The University of Miami opens for registration, marking its debut in the Miami area. Students are arriving for a school year with a unique outdoor, coeducational focus. The official colors are burnt orange, white, and sea green.

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1926 News @100yearsago.bsky.social · 15/10/2026

[October 15th, 1926] Japanese advertisement for Ford

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1926 News @100yearsago.bsky.social · 15/10/2026

[October 15th, 1926] Federal Capital Pioneer Magazine, a prominent early publication for the burgeoning Australian capital, debuts in Canberra.

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1926 News @100yearsago.bsky.social · 14/10/2026

[October 14th, 1926] "The Winning of Barbara Worth", a silent Western film directed by Henry King, and starring Ronald Colman, Vilma Bánky and Gary Cooper (who replaced Monte Blue), premieres in theaters.

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1926 News @100yearsago.bsky.social · 14/10/2026

[October 14th, 1926] Advertisements: Pomeroy's is hosting an Opportunity Month sale with reduced prices on new merchandise. The advertisements highlight hand-embroidered art, half-priced linens, Halloween decorations, heating appliances, and various woven rugs.

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1926 News @100yearsago.bsky.social · 14/10/2026

[October 14th, 1926] Dan R. Conway details the life, resistance, and legacy of Louis Riel, who led the Métis in the Northwestern frontier resistance.\

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1926 News @100yearsago.bsky.social · 14/10/2026

[October 14th, 1926] Poland presented the United States with a massive 111-volume greeting card containing 5.5 million signatures to celebrate America's 150th anniversary.

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1926 News @100yearsago.bsky.social · 14/10/2026

[October 14th, 1926] A. A. Milne published the first Winnie-the-Pooh story collection as a book, though the character had previously appeared in a Christmas Eve newspaper story in 1925 and in Milne's 1924 poetry book When We Were Very Young.

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1926 News @100yearsago.bsky.social · 14/10/2026

[October 14th, 1926] "Faust", a silent fantasy film, produced by Ufa, directed by F. W. Murnau, starring Gösta Ekman as Faust, Emil Jannings as Mephisto, and Camilla Horn as Gretchen/Marguerite, premieres in theaters.

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1926 News @100yearsago.bsky.social · 13/10/2026

[October 13th, 1926] The Coahoma county board of supervisors completed two much-needed bridges in Mississippi. One spans Richie Bayou at Farrell, and the other crosses Sunflower at New Africa. Both bridges are twenty feet long and can support approximately fifty tons of weight.

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1926 News @100yearsago.bsky.social · 13/10/2026

[October 13th, 1926] On a Wednesday afternoon in Olympia, a 25-inch rock ball was lowered onto the 300-foot lantern tip of Washington's legislative building. The ceremony included state officials and Governor Roland H. Hartley. This act capped the $6,000,000 monumental structure.

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1926 News @100yearsago.bsky.social · 13/10/2026

This helped Johnny recover. He is pictured holding several autographed baseballs.

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1926 News @100yearsago.bsky.social · 13/10/2026

[October 13th, 1926] Eleven-year-old Johnny Sylvester was fighting blood poisoning when Babe Ruth sent him an autographed baseball. Ruth promised a home run, which he fulfilled by hitting three in a record-breaking game.

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1926 News @100yearsago.bsky.social · 13/10/2026

[October 13th, 1926] James Manning Tyler, a prominent American politician, lawyer, and judge from Vermont, passed away in Brattleboro, Vermont, at the age of 91

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[October 13th, 1926] Secretary of the Treasury Andrew Mellon believes Premier Mussolini is successfully rebuilding Italy. After meeting him in Europe, Mellon praised Mussolini's vigorous personality and effective policies. He noted the work is sound, provided that bombing ceases.

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1926 News @100yearsago.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

[October 12th, 1926] The 1926 Central American and Caribbean Games were officially inaugurated in Mexico City, marking the birth of the oldest continuing regional multi-sport event in the world.

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1926 News @100yearsago.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

[October 12th, 1926] Harry Hartz of Los Angeles nearly clinched the 1926 automobile racing championship by winning a 200-mile race at Rockingham board speedway. He set a world record for small bore racing cars with an average speed of 123 mph, finishing two laps ahead of Pete Kreiss.

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1926 News @100yearsago.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

[October 12th, 1926] Babe Ruth hit what he claimed was his longest home run during an exhibition game in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. The ball cleared the 400-foot right field fence and landed on a nearby high school running track. Officials estimated the hit at 650 feet.

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1926 News @100yearsago.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

[October 12th, 1926] Christmas Parade plan for RH. Macy & Co.

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1926 News @100yearsago.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Despite employer tactics, union solidarity remains strong.

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1926 News @100yearsago.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

[October 12th, 1926] The Protective Window Cleaners' Union in New York is striking for better pay and shorter hours. After employers refused to discuss demands for a $44 weekly wage and a 44-hour week, workers declared a general strike starting October 1.

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1926 News @100yearsago.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

[October 12th, 1926] Dr. Edwin Abbott Abbott, a famous Biblical scholar and writer, has died in Hampstead, London, England at age 87. He served as headmaster of the City of London School and authored many theological books. He was also a renowned preacher and a Fellow of the British Academy.

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1926 News @100yearsago.bsky.social · 11/10/2026

[October 11th, 1926] John Escapule, a 69-year-old rancher and Tombstone pioneer, died at home last evening. A well-known cattleman, he is survived by three sons and one daughter. Funeral services will take place in Tombstone this Wednesday at 3 o'clock.

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1926 News @100yearsago.bsky.social · 11/10/2026

[October 11th, 1926] Hymie Weiss, a gang leader, was killed in a machine gun attack on North State Street in Chicago, Illinois. He was 28. Criminal lawyer W.W. O'Brien and dealer Patrick Murray were also wounded in the shooting. The attack occurred near Holy Name cathedral.

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1926 News @100yearsago.bsky.social · 11/10/2026

[October 11th, 1926] Will Rogers reports from Ottawa that Canadians would rather be annexed by Mexico than by the United States. He suggests that modifying the Volstead Act would eliminate the primary reason for wanting Canada.

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1926 News @100yearsago.bsky.social · 11/10/2026

[October 11th, 1926] Ottawa's Dominion championship team defeated the Hamilton Tigers 8 to 6 on Saturday. After an early touchdown by Connell, Ottawa led 7-4 at halftime. Despite a strong third-period comeback by the Tigers, Ottawa secured the win in the final session.

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1926 News @100yearsago.bsky.social · 11/10/2026

[October 11th, 1926] Babe Ruth visited 10-year-old Johnny Sylvester in Essex Falls, N. J. The boy's sickbed appeal inspired Ruth's home run performance during the World Series. Ruth encouraged the boy to cheer up and gave him an autographed baseball signed by opposing pitchers.

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1926 News @100yearsago.bsky.social · 11/10/2026

[October 11th, 1926] Albert Robida, a famous French caricaturist and humorous artist, has died at the age of 78 in Neuilly-sur-Seine, France. He was best known for his illustrations of Rabelais' works.

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1926 News @100yearsago.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

[October 10th, 1926] Advertisement: Rusnak Brothers is celebrating its 34th and 4th Anniversary Sale. This advertisement features various furniture and appliances on sale, including walnut dining sets, mahogany living room furniture, and Mohawk radios.

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1926 News @100yearsago.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

[October 10th, 1926] The Hammond Pros lost to Duluth in a game played during cold and wet weather.

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1926 News @100yearsago.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

[October 10th, 1926] The Akron Indians and Canton Bull-Dogs played to a scoreless tie in a National Professional League game in Akron, Ohio. Akron threatened early but failed to score. In the final period, Canton reached Akron's five-yard line but couldn't convert a pass attempt into points.

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1926 News @100yearsago.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

While some want more stories regardless of who Emily marries, others are begging her not to write more to avoid Emily marrying Teddy.

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