High Cost of Living Spars in Sewing Bee Efforts
A Wall Street Journal note surveys New York community sewing bees as a response to high prices. It argues the effort may fail since most women produce only one dress and workers already face tight margins, while retailers and manufacturers absorb most costs. The piece critiques consumers leagues and predicts a broader economic panic before a lasting relief.
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Journal
Furniah
Cain
Entrepreneurs or workingmen open retail stores in Alliance
In various cities workers form groups to run retail outlets. The idea looks easy but risks appear once operations begin. Buying wholesale and selling at the same prices often leads to deficits, yet Alliance stores achieve large volume and lower prices amid strong competition.
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Alliance
Causes of rising living costs debate and price controls
The article argues about who bears responsibility for high living costs, listing retailers wholesalers manufacturers and workers. It notes contrarian views on wages and demand, and mentions government price controls and watchdogs targeting hoarding and profiteering as prices climb.
Comment and Dis Comment Column Origin
A humorous origin story traces how the name Comment and Dis comment evolved from early Hamilton County Register days in Aurora Nebraska. The barber’s chat with the adman revealed how barbers entertained patrons and inspired a column title rooted in aging phrases.
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Hamilton County Register
Aurora
Nebraska
Herald
A Proposer Reveals Extreme Cost Solution for Unwed Men
An arranger with a low voice confides a controversial plan to cope with rising costs. He questions men supporting women when earnings fail to cover basic needs and predicts a rise in desertion and sudden departures at night for unknown destinations. He claims not to be married though his demeanor unsettles. He offers the idea without endorsement or benefit.
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Paria
Photo Session Woe Shines Through Portrait Proofs
The speaker recounts a tedious portrait session with Sid Whiting, complains the proofs reveal an unfriendly, bored expression, and jokes they will not flatter, fearing the camera fails to capture intelligence or confidence.
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Sid Whiting
Prairie hens replace many pretty girls in town
The writer laments scarcity of pretty girls as hot weather keeps them away, noting only prairie hens being seen. The tone is rueful and provincial, reflecting a small town observation about seasonal change and social life.
French veteran laments dull postwar downtown gloom
A returning resident compares life in France to postwar downtown America. He notes crowded days but deserted streets after 6 p.m. and questions what people do with money, mentioning a war tax and a shop clerk citing luxury taxation on clothing.
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France
Wolff's
Unclear Altitude Claim Stirs Laughs in Congress
Report notes debate over a claimed $0,300 feet altitude joke as lawmakers respond with skepticism about aviation feats and the state of affairs in the capital.
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