Four More Years and the New Deal Realignment
A retrospective column argues the Democratic Party has merged with the New Deal under Roosevelt. It warns of factional warfare, the loss of state rights, and the removal of the two thirds rule. The piece predicts a contested future as Roosevelt consolidates patronage and pushes further reform.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Jefferson
New Deal
Democratic Party
Union Party
Bull Moosers
Philadelphia
Roosevelt
GOP
al Smith
Smith
Landon
South
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Meigs County Scouts Drive Supports Strong Citizenship
A Meigs County financial drive backs Boy Scouting across Glouster Sunday Troy Township and nearby towns. Sheriff Roscoe Fowler and Sheriff Hocking County Joe Farbearn distribute awards near Logan while leaders urge broader membership to train future citizens.
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Meigs County
Glouster
Plains
Troy Township
Chauncey
Nelsonville
Logan
Joe Farbearn
Hocking County
Roscoe Fowler
Schmeling Says Germany Has Sport Consciousness
Before the fight Schmeling stated Germany has sport consciousness, a claim that frames the era as he defeats Louis, leaving him unconscious in America.
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Schmeling
Germany
Louis
America
Farley Faces Grin Despite Long Face Illness Name
A convention item notes a grin lighting Farley's face despite the stretching of his features. The dust-breathing ailment Pneumonoultramicroscopicsilicovolcanoconiosis carries an apt, lengthy name as the crowd nearly choked on it.
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Farley
Divers Gift for Bride Underwater Marriage
Readers ponder suitable presents for a couple planning a underwater wedding. Suggestions include practical and whimsical items fit for an aquatic ceremony. The note blends humor with marine themed ideas.
Peiping under Japanese control signals shift in Chinese capital
Diplomatic dispatches reveal Japan’s quiet seizure of Peiping with a puppet city setup. An American cavalry captain faced a bayonet near the embassy route while a woman observer was ordered off a sidewalk by a Japanese officer. Foreign diplomats condemn the situation but refrain from action until a major development occurs.
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Peiping
Diplomatic Setback Shakes Britain Over Ethiopia
International observers describe a British withdrawal from Ethiopia as a dent in prestige, signaling Mussolini’s broader diplomatic victory in Europe. Analysts blame unpreparedness for both retreats, noting Britain’s patience and strategic timing as it weighs future moves.
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Il Duce
Ethiopia
Europe
Britain
United States Accepts Italian Envoy Amid Ethiopia Tangle
The U S government privately agrees to recognize Sovich as envoy of the King of Italy and the Emperor of Ethiopia while denying recognition of the emperor’s Ethiopian title. State Department says no recognition of conquest is involved, but diplomats note the distinction is thin and practical.
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United States
Ethiopia
Rome
Sovich
State Department
Italy
Suvich
Japan rejects London Naval Treaty seeking parity
The cabinet rejected the London Naval Treaty citing two aims. Japan intends to snub American and British proposals unless parity is achieved and hopes to keep naval plans secret from Parliament while the United States and Britain reveal theirs.
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Japan
Congress
Britain
Secretary Hull and the Italy Ethiopia embargo reversal
State Secretary Hull defends his independent policy as he lifted arms embargoes on Italy and Ethiopia. He asserts coordination with Britain and the United States while maintaining distinct actions. The commentary likens allied relations to evolving partnerships beyond simple sympathy.
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Hull
Italy
Ethiopia
Britain
United States
Magicians’ convention dazzles with feats in New York
Practically every new trick at the magicians convention in New York features a standout surplus-out-of-the-hat illusion by Prestidigitator Farley, illustrating the event’s showy repertoire.
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Magicians
New York
Farley
Century old teeth carved from elephant tusk cause debate
A centenarian uses elephant tusk teeth that snap at a Democrat during a quirky political scene. The text hints at a group marching off with grid goal posts as delegates in midseason trim. Roosevelt delivers a solid renomination acceptance speech with little notice.
Blue Sulphur Springs Inn Hosts Ancient Health Lore
In Gallia County near Kyger, Blue Sulphur Springs sits amid wild mint with a weathered concrete hut built by Sternbergen and praised by Mrs. H. M. Harding for its revival. The waters, 80 feet deep, carry a rotten egg scent with sage, reputed medicinal value. The site, once a health resort, attracts locals and may gain a state highway outlet via the Rio Grande to Cheshire corridor.
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Gallipolis
Kyger
Gallia County
H. M Harning
General Assembly
Columbus
Harding
Peter Sternbergen
Sternbergens
Sternbergen
State Highway Department
Rio Grande
Cheshire
Harrisburg
Bidwell
Porter
Health Hints on Sleeping Bags and Infant Clothing
Practical guidance for infant sleepwear and care. The article warns against tight neck openings and loose tapes in sleeping bags, recommends bags wide and long enough for crib coverage and freedom of movement, and discusses materials. It also covers rubber pants usage, waterproof diaper coverings, and avoiding overclothing in hot weather with sunsuits as a modern alternative.
Twilight Meditation by Leda Sams
Some day today will be a memory and fears will fade into distant half remembered years. Hidden secrets will be revealed and buried hopes will rise to speak of dreamed fulfilled. We will laugh at loss and lighten our burdens while counting the half forgotten diamonds in the cross. An airplane can be seen from about 10,000 to 15,000 feet under favorable conditions.
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Love
Quotes on marriage and civilization from public figures
A collection of remarks banners from diverse voices about marriage age and social change. 99 year old Civil War veteran Charles Jeannette from Old Forge, N Y, comments on age and marriage while others including Sir Alfred Zimmer and U S Senator William E Borah emphasize education debate and critical discussion within institutions and society.
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Charles Jeannette
Old Forge
N. Y
Statement on Britain entered the war to aid friends
Alfred Duff Cooper, British Secretary of State for War, argues that many Englishmen remain prejudiced and falsely credit Britain with entering the war purely from kindness to help France.
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Britain
Alfred Duff Cooper
Runaway Bride Ends With Confession At Nice Beach
In 1936, Phil Kirkby travels from Paris to Nice after a Paris Herald note unsettles him. He confronts Camilla and Marcia as love entanglements unfold. On a moonless beach he learns Marcia loves him, while Phil admits a painful duty to another, asking her to leave, with the conclusion left unresolved.
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Phil Kirkby
Howe
Paris Herald
Camilla
Phil
France
Paris
Marion
Nice
Miss Cunningham
Monsieur
Marcia
America
Kirkby
Bob
Marvia
Phill
Phi
Guysville Social Notes Highlights Weekend Visits
Mr and Mrs Clarence Fuller visited Lanaster with his sister Mrs Edith Hickman and Mrs Laura Barnett. Philadelphia couple Vern Parker arrived to spend a week with Mrs Barnett and sister Mrs Freda Bean. Herman Pierce relocated household goods to the John Gaston property on Main st. Children’s Day services were well attended at the M E Church. Mrs Inman and family spent time on the Mancharter farm. Ladies Aid ice cream social at M E Church drew a good crowd. Mrs Ollie Lockhart from Parkersburg visited Sunday with friends.
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Guysville
Clarence Fuller
Lancaster
Edith Hickman
Vern Parker
Philadelphia
Laura Barnett
Freda Bean
Herman Pierce
John Gaston
M. EB
Athens garden noted in Carl Stickney tribute
Ten years ago Mr and Mrs Carl Stickney featured one of Athens finest flower gardens described in garden articles by Luciel Boden. Ernestine Biddle from Gaopolis visited relatives Christine and Dorothy Dailey for a weekend. A play Light Heart was staged by the Junior Endeavor Society at the First Christian Church with Dorothy Jane Minister directing. Ural Westfal hosted Mrs R s and daughter Martha Alice in Columbus.
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Carl Stickney
Athens
Luciel Boden
Junior Endeavor Society O' the First Christian Church
Chaurcey
Dorothy Jane
Hoover couple travel to Columbus as guests of Johnsons
Mr and Mrs William Hoover left for Columbus to spend time with Mr and Mrs Frederic Johnson and family as their guests.
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William Hoover
Lumbus
Frederic Johnson
Baby party for Mer Jo Twiss hosts guests and mothers
Mrs M E Twiss entertained twenty years ago with a baby party for her daughter Mer Jo. Among the small tots and their mothers were Thom Craig Lois McCoy Ruth Dagse Ted Preston Teresa Woolley Margaret Farmer Thomas Cotton Isell Dorrienburg Robert Siigley John Logan Marel Ann Thompson observed at the event.
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M. E. Twiss
Mer Jo
Thom Craig
Lois McCoy
Ruth Dagse
Ted Preston
Teresa Woolley
Magaret Farmer
Thomas Cotton
Isell* Dorrienburg
Robert Siigley
Johnne Thomas
John Logan
Maret
Ann Thompson
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Paul Mallon
Washington
Ually
Poet’s Corner
Messenger
Leda Sams
Sir Allfred Zimmer
Oxford University
U.S
William E. Borah
Idaho
F. R. Groves
University of North Carolina
George Clark
Heegioc
By Helen Welshimer
NEA
Ernestine Biddle
Ipolis
Christine and
Dorthy Dailey
Carl Heck
Harriet Jean
Heck
Frank Betts
Erma Betts
Ural
Westfa
Martha Alice
CO Bus
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