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[November 20th, 1925] Joseph P. Kennedy Sr., a politician and businessman, and Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy, a philanthropist and socialite, announces the birth of a son, they name him Robert Francis Kennedy
[November 30th, 1925] A Houston Press artist sketched a fatal head-on collision between an auto and a streetcar on Main St. viaduct, resulting in three deaths. The auto was traveling south when it collided with a northbound trolley. Photos of the victims are on page two.
November 30, 2025 at 3:02 PM
[November 30th, 1925] A Houston Press artist sketched a fatal head-on collision between an auto and a streetcar on Main St. viaduct, resulting in three deaths. The auto was traveling south when it collided with a northbound trolley. Photos of the victims are on page two.
[November 30th, 1925] Time Magazine
November 30, 2025 at 3:01 PM
[November 30th, 1925] Time Magazine
[November 30th, 1925] Advertisement: The Macon County Coal Co. and Decatur Coal Co. use the phone number "Main 77," the same number worn by football legend "Red" Grange. The number symbolizes champions, reflecting their status as reliable coal producers with 44 years of dependable service.
November 30, 2025 at 3:00 PM
[November 30th, 1925] Advertisement: The Macon County Coal Co. and Decatur Coal Co. use the phone number "Main 77," the same number worn by football legend "Red" Grange. The number symbolizes champions, reflecting their status as reliable coal producers with 44 years of dependable service.
[November 30th, 1925] Plain Cake recipe from the Urbana Daily Courier
November 30, 2025 at 2:04 PM
[November 30th, 1925] Plain Cake recipe from the Urbana Daily Courier
[November 30th, 1925] The Turkish Parliament accepted Law 677, abolishing dervish lodges, zawiyas and certain tombs, along with witchcraft and fortune telling.
November 30, 2025 at 2:03 PM
[November 30th, 1925] The Turkish Parliament accepted Law 677, abolishing dervish lodges, zawiyas and certain tombs, along with witchcraft and fortune telling.
[November 30th, 1925] Miami experienced its heaviest rainfall in history, with 14.87 inches of rain, causing widespread flooding, business closures, and traffic disruptions. Streets were submerged, vehicles were stranded, and many stores opened only after the water receded.
November 30, 2025 at 2:02 PM
[November 30th, 1925] Miami experienced its heaviest rainfall in history, with 14.87 inches of rain, causing widespread flooding, business closures, and traffic disruptions. Streets were submerged, vehicles were stranded, and many stores opened only after the water receded.
[November 30th, 1925] A storm originating near Cuba moved toward Florida, causing high winds that damaged infrastructure, collapsed a building on Davis Islands, and resulted in several casualties.
November 30, 2025 at 2:01 PM
[November 30th, 1925] A storm originating near Cuba moved toward Florida, causing high winds that damaged infrastructure, collapsed a building on Davis Islands, and resulted in several casualties.
[November 30th, 1925] The Japanese cruiser Naka was commissioned into the Imperial Japanese Navy
November 30, 2025 at 2:00 PM
[November 30th, 1925] The Japanese cruiser Naka was commissioned into the Imperial Japanese Navy
[November 29th, 1925] The New York Giants defeated the Dayton Triangles 23-0, with their second-string backfield dominating. Despite chilly weather, 15,000 fans attended. The Giants scored early and finished with backups after securing the win.
November 29, 2025 at 3:03 PM
[November 29th, 1925] The New York Giants defeated the Dayton Triangles 23-0, with their second-string backfield dominating. Despite chilly weather, 15,000 fans attended. The Giants scored early and finished with backups after securing the win.
[November 29th, 1925] Frank Elliott won the 250-mile Thanksgiving race at Culver City, setting a new world record and earning $10,000. Earl Cooper led much of the race but suffered engine trouble, losing his prize money to just $1,400.
November 29, 2025 at 3:02 PM
[November 29th, 1925] Frank Elliott won the 250-mile Thanksgiving race at Culver City, setting a new world record and earning $10,000. Earl Cooper led much of the race but suffered engine trouble, losing his prize money to just $1,400.
[November 29th, 1925] A 48-year-old worker, Joseph Raimosdo, was bitten on the arm by a dog owned by his employer at Coney Island. He was treated by an ambulance surgeon, and the dog will be examined by a health officer.
November 29, 2025 at 3:02 PM
[November 29th, 1925] A 48-year-old worker, Joseph Raimosdo, was bitten on the arm by a dog owned by his employer at Coney Island. He was treated by an ambulance surgeon, and the dog will be examined by a health officer.
[November 29th, 1925] The Arabkir District was officially founded as a new settlement north of the Yerevan city center in Soviet Armenia.
November 29, 2025 at 3:00 PM
[November 29th, 1925] The Arabkir District was officially founded as a new settlement north of the Yerevan city center in Soviet Armenia.
[November 29th, 1925] The offices of the first branch of the Banka Kombëtare Tregtare (BKT) opened in Durrës, Albania
November 29, 2025 at 2:04 PM
[November 29th, 1925] The offices of the first branch of the Banka Kombëtare Tregtare (BKT) opened in Durrës, Albania
[November 29th, 1925] R. L. "Red" Cariens was seriously injured in a crash during a race but remains hopeful for recovery. Meanwhile, Frank Elliott won the 250-mile race at Culver City, driving the Miller Special.
November 29, 2025 at 2:03 PM
[November 29th, 1925] R. L. "Red" Cariens was seriously injured in a crash during a race but remains hopeful for recovery. Meanwhile, Frank Elliott won the 250-mile race at Culver City, driving the Miller Special.
[November 29th, 1925] The SS Cotopaxi departed Charleston, South Carolina and subsequently disappeared with a crew of 32 on a voyage to Havana, Cuba. Its disappearance became one of the most famous mysteries of the Bermuda Triangle.
November 29, 2025 at 2:02 PM
[November 29th, 1925] The SS Cotopaxi departed Charleston, South Carolina and subsequently disappeared with a crew of 32 on a voyage to Havana, Cuba. Its disappearance became one of the most famous mysteries of the Bermuda Triangle.
[November 29th, 1925] A 19-year-old girl, Gwyneth Morley, in Keighley, England, was haunted by a poltergeist that caused chaos in her life and workplace. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle investigated and helped her move to London, where the spirit followed her, causing destruction in her new home.
November 29, 2025 at 2:01 PM
[November 29th, 1925] A 19-year-old girl, Gwyneth Morley, in Keighley, England, was haunted by a poltergeist that caused chaos in her life and workplace. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle investigated and helped her move to London, where the spirit followed her, causing destruction in her new home.
[November 29th, 1925] A dispute over Kosher meat supervision in St. Louis led to a pay cut for the Vaad Hoeir, from 2 to 1.5 cents per pound. Butchers protested, claiming too little went to charity. The organization now faces financial strain.
November 29, 2025 at 2:00 PM
[November 29th, 1925] A dispute over Kosher meat supervision in St. Louis led to a pay cut for the Vaad Hoeir, from 2 to 1.5 cents per pound. Butchers protested, claiming too little went to charity. The organization now faces financial strain.
[November 28th, 1925] Denver S. Dickerson, former Nevada state police superintendent and prison warden, died at 4:15 p.m. in Carson City. He was 53 and survived by a wife and eight children. His death occurred just before a planned trip to the coast for surgery.
November 28, 2025 at 3:04 PM
[November 28th, 1925] Denver S. Dickerson, former Nevada state police superintendent and prison warden, died at 4:15 p.m. in Carson City. He was 53 and survived by a wife and eight children. His death occurred just before a planned trip to the coast for surgery.
[November 28th, 1925] A couple of stills from Exhibitor's Herald of Tom in his debut starring role, "Let's Go Gallagher"
November 28, 2025 at 3:03 PM
[November 28th, 1925] A couple of stills from Exhibitor's Herald of Tom in his debut starring role, "Let's Go Gallagher"
[November 28th, 1925] Workers began widening the tracks on the Weston Road car line at 1 a.m. to allow a through service from the city's lines. The new route will open this afternoon after the gauge is adjusted.
November 28, 2025 at 3:03 PM
[November 28th, 1925] Workers began widening the tracks on the Weston Road car line at 1 a.m. to allow a through service from the city's lines. The new route will open this afternoon after the gauge is adjusted.
[November 28th, 1925] The City of Hollywood, Florida, was formally incorporated by the adoption of a municipal charter.
November 28, 2025 at 3:00 PM
[November 28th, 1925] The City of Hollywood, Florida, was formally incorporated by the adoption of a municipal charter.
[November 28th, 1925] Aristide Briand became Premier of France for the eighth time, presenting his new Cabinet to the President after political challenges.
November 28, 2025 at 2:04 PM
[November 28th, 1925] Aristide Briand became Premier of France for the eighth time, presenting his new Cabinet to the President after political challenges.
[November 28th, 1925] Advertisement: The Legion Restaurant offers a variety of Sunday dinners, including Roast Turkey, Roast Goose, and Roast Chicken, served with sides like mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, and vegetables. Prices range from 50c to $1.00, with options for coffee or milk.
November 28, 2025 at 2:03 PM
[November 28th, 1925] Advertisement: The Legion Restaurant offers a variety of Sunday dinners, including Roast Turkey, Roast Goose, and Roast Chicken, served with sides like mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, and vegetables. Prices range from 50c to $1.00, with options for coffee or milk.
[November 28th, 1925] Colorful covers of today's magazines
November 28, 2025 at 2:03 PM
[November 28th, 1925] Colorful covers of today's magazines
[November 28th, 1925] Pittsburgh Pirates defeated Montreal Canadiens 1-0 in a hard-fought NHL game. Tex White scored the only goal in the third period. The physical, scoreless battle saw multiple penalties, with goalie Worters making brilliant saves.
November 28, 2025 at 2:02 PM
[November 28th, 1925] Pittsburgh Pirates defeated Montreal Canadiens 1-0 in a hard-fought NHL game. Tex White scored the only goal in the third period. The physical, scoreless battle saw multiple penalties, with goalie Worters making brilliant saves.