Wars of ideas shape nations more than science
A leading American journalist argues that wars of ideas, waged on the Supreme Court, CIO, and elsewhere, could alter millions of lives and redefine private initiative. He praises the American press for presenting unbiased, uncensored accounts to help readers decide their stance. He warns that dictators abroad distort truth, making a free press vital for future security.
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United States
Supreme Court
CIO
Spain
Old Time Virtues and Federal Aid in East Lampeter
An opinion notes East Lampeter Pennsylvania Amish and Mennonite residents rejected a $56,000 federal school loan and argues the public resents debt and seeks self-reliance. The piece compares the stance to Minnesota Indians and urges learning from these groups while criticizing reliance on Uncle Sam.
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East Lampeter
WPA
PWA
FFB
Uncle Sam
Ohio Faces Rare Quake Risks And Vulnerable Buildings
The article notes Ohio has not prioritized quake safeguards in construction or insurance though recent tremors raised concern. Geologists say the Midwest lacks major seismic activity but warn vulnerable jerry built structures could cause damage if a stronger quake occurs.
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Ohio
Middle West
Behind the News on Roosevelt Court Plan Network
Washington insiders run the push to reshape the courts through a secretive council led by Thomas G. Corcoran. The group leverages prominent names and front-page figures to influence Senate Judiciary Committee hearings.
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Paul Maillon Washington
Roosevelt
Senate Judiciary Committee
Thomas G. Corcoran
RFC
Corcoran
Ben Cohen
Charlies Michelson
Senate Committee
Judiciary Committee
Harvard
Ferdinand Pecora
New York State Supreme Court
Jackson
Cummings
Pecora
Supreme Court
William Green
A. F. of L
John Lewis
Senate bill delays spark worries over law obedience
Inside checks show six weeks more to push the bill through the Senate and about thirty days of debate before passage. Leaders fear prolonged delay harms the country as critics allege judges serve Wall Street and threaten law, echoing Sherman that the law must be obeyed for civilized government.
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Senate
House
Wall Street
Roosevelt
Sherman
Authorities aim to settle issue before Roosevelt loses control
Officials seek a clean resolution to a tense matter before fanatical interference jeopardizes Mr. Roosevelts authority. A rapid development could arise soon as pressure mounts.
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Mr. Roosevelt
Ohio paper hosts contest for funniest hats before Easter parade
A local Ohio newspaper held a contest to see which women could craft the funniest hats, trying to beat the Easter parade rush. The event drew participants and spectators, highlighting playful community spirit ahead of holiday festivities.
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Ohio
Casting Public Rhett No 1 for Gone With the Wind
In selecting a cast for Gone With the Wind the main challenge is choosing Public Rhett No. 1 as the leading man.
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Paramount Hollywood
Rhett No
Postal manners and tremors spark public concern in Ohio
The piece notes postal clerks should avoid growling at the public and jokes about a Delaware laugh. It mentions a Leap Year bachelor tax bill, Mrs. Simpson divorce, and widespread building cracks after recent tremors. Ohioans worry about insurance, earthquakes, tremors, and unforeseen hazards, urging practical readiness.
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Delaware
Sit-Down Strikes and Political Pressure in 1920s Debate
Washington column argues about the sit-down strike wave and its threat to property and human rights. It contrasts public opinion shifts, calls for peaceful resolution, and praises Frank Murphy while urging patience and negotiated end.
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Washington, D. C
Mr. Wilson
League of Nations
Solid South
Miss Perkins
Jim Landis
Senate
Frank Murphy
Chrysler
Walter Chrysler
Michigan
Ten Years Ago News Recap From Coalwood VA And Local Groups
Scott R Wolfe named engineer for the Department of Allied Operators Pocahontas New River Division in Coalwood West Virginia. Gladys Jones elected president of the Christian Church Choir with Pearl Drake as vice president and Herbert Biedel as treasurer. Fred Slaughter hosted Bunco Club. C E Atkinson led Central PTA meeting with talks by Vennetta Moore Edith Stocklein and others. Putnam returned from Columbus after attending the Daughters of the American Revolution state meeting. Hallene Woods and Margery Fisher initiated into Zeta Tau Alpha.
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Scott R. Wolfe
Department of Allied Operators
Pocahontas
Gladys Jones
Christian Church Choir
Pearl Drake
Herbert Biedel
Twenty Years Ago Lecture and Socials Noted
Edward Avis gave a lecture recital in Ewing Auditorium. Friends of Mr and Mrs J Alvin Hapning hosted a phonograph party at their N Court Street home. James B Golden, son of W B Golden, had surgery in a Washington DC hospital. Peg top gowns were fashion notes. C T Moore and daughter Jennie left for Monroe Michigan to join Mrs Moore whose brother B A Tisdale was ill. Mrs Ralph Hooper and son William visited relatives in Columbus. Hull Foster Jr hosted a theater party at the Majestic for his mother Mary R Foster on her 83rd birthday.
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Edward Avis
Ewing Auditorium
J. Alvin Hapning
Ora Leighty
N. Court St
C. T. Moore
Jennie
Monroe, Mich
Moore
B. A. Tisdale
Hull Foster, Jr
the Majestic
Mary R. Foster
Wood cup commemorates 18th century West Fork history
Local architect C. E. Dow carved a cup from a log once used in Adam Fiesher’s cabin near Weston West Virginia built 1798 The Fiesher descendants preserve the cabin site In 1784 Indians attacked Henry Fiesher near Weston leaving him crippled The cup marks the era and drew wide interest for its craft and historic link.
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C. E. Dow
Adam Viesher
Harrison County
W. Va
Fieshers
Weston
Adam Fiesher
West Fork
Henry Fiesher
Eged
Dow
Easter Morning Prayer and Resurrection Ode
A dated poetry excerpt presents two pieces, one by Mrs Charlies Holdcroft of Chesterhill Ohio praising Jesus Christ on Good Friday and the Easter victory, the other by Annie McIntyre Barton of Nelsonville Ohio celebrating Easter dawn and the risen Savior, with signatures and local origins.
Good Samaritan Loses Car and Home Fire Toll
Lowell Schlosser warned a schoolmaster of a roof fire and stayed to help. a passing motorist warned him his barn was on fire. He overturned his car in a ditch while fleeing. the barn burned for a loss of 4000 dollars. Weston imposes a minimum one acre land rule to curb growth and water assessments.
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Bryan
Weston
Mass
Daphne and Jennifer clash over theater choice and fairness
In CHAPTER XXIV Daphne calmly asserts she has accepted Mr Herzberg's offer for a theater role. Jennifer accuses her sister of betraying their bond while Daphne argues the conflict is a fair exchange and that equal chances justify pursuit of opportunity.
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Daphne
Jennifer
Lover's quarrel drives stars to focus on theater demands
Daphne and Jennifer clash amid backstage tension as rehearsals push toward opening night. Jennifer reveals Larry loved Daphne and Daphne confronts jealousy while maintaining professional resolve. The pair drift apart as the play nears its crucial curtain.
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Jennifer
Daphne
Larry
Quotable Lines and Mirthful Takes From Early 20th Century Figures
A mosaic of quotes covers mosquito fears by J Lyell Clark, wartime warnings by Herman Goering, Dr Ira Wise on parentectomy, support for married women in careers by Henry Johanssen, and Lola Lane’s view on stardom.
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Henry Johanssen
Kirsten Flagstad
Erysipelas Treatments and Precautions Discussed
Health hints cover remedies from hot and cold packs to ultraviolet therapy supervised by a doctor. Notes on eye protection, antiseptics, anti streptococcus serum, and antitoxin failure. Emphasizes fluids, easily digested foods, avoiding strong laxatives, and preventing recurrence through avoiding nose or ear irritation.
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Messrs. Corcoran
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Nisi
Mrs. Simpson
UGH S
Mrs
Fred Slaughter
Bunco Club
C. E. Atkinson
PTA
Vennetta Moore
Stone
Edith Stocklein
Richardson
Shuster
Lauderber
George Israel] Putnam
Columbus
the Daughters of the American Revolution
Hallene Woods
Margery Fisher
Zeta Tau Alpha Sorority
James B. Golden
W. B. Golden
Washington D. C
Ralph Hooper
William
Poet’s Corner
Christ
Joseph
Jesus
Charlies Holdcroft
Chesterhill
Annie McIntyre
Barton
Nelsonville, Ohio
Eenieen
Dephne
Gordon Herzberg
Anne
Jehild
Tuck
They
Say
J. Lyell Clark
New Jersey
der Fuehrer
Herman Goering
Germany
Ira 8. Wise
New York Academy of Medicine
Lola Lane
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