Sesquicentennial Exposition plans outlined in Philadelphia
A Philadelphia overview details the planned Sesquicentennial International Exposition for 1926. It envisions a large permanent complex on the Delaware River with state and foreign exhibits, a major stadium, and a focus on patriotic motive, progress in arts and sciences, and entertainment amid a mix of high and popular attractions.
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The Game of Giving Advice in a Busy Era
The piece laments the plentiful supply of advice in hard times, noting that everyone offers guidance on government, business, and daily tasks. It argues only those lacking confidence withhold opinions, and mocks the ubiquitous practice of giving advice by the ton.
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Credit Crooks Drive Seeks 500000 to Fight Crime
A New York City initiative aims to fund investigators and prosecutors to curb the rise of credit crooks who exploit customers, undersell rivals, steal goods, and trigger bankruptcies. The plan claims such bands levy huge losses on the public, with corruption spreading to politics and everyday commerce. It notes widespread criminal activity including manslaughter, arson, and theft across bankruptcies and fraudulent schemes. The piece contrasts domestic concern with European politics and mentions President Coolidge and a purported shift in Indian votes for 1924 figures.
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Radio Digest Evening Program Listings Across The Nation
A dense schedule lists radio programs by station with times and acts including orchestras bands vocalists and dances from WEA F New York to KSD St Louis. Numerous cities such as Chicago Detroit Cleveland Dallas and Pittsburgh feature concerts vocal recitals instrumental hours and variety acts in a snapshot of 1940s broadcasting listing the many stations and attractions.
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Boy Little and Big by Florence Davies echoing social critique
Fragmented excerpt questions cities with clubs and grounds but no playgrounds for children. It contrasts juvenile mischief with adult constraints and references a string of literary lines about love and beauty, echoing Coleridge themes.
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