Lobby power and reform under 19th century Washington
A historical look traces how the dry and labor lobbies formed early in Washington, pushing eight hour laws and child labor limits while the Anti-Saloon League built a national presence. It details pension graft, land grants to railroads, and shifts toward popular election of senators as lobby influence grew.
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Rodney Dutcher
Washington
Dry Lobby
Labor Lobby
American Federation of Labor
Federation
Anti-Saloon League
League
Senate
House
White House
Congress
Cleveland
Land Office
Union Pacific
Central Pacific
Northern Pacific
Kansas Pacific
Southern Pacific
Pacific
Thought for Today on Judgment and Foreboding Kingdom
A devotional fragment cites Daniel 8 23 about a king of fierce countenance and dark sentences and reflects on judgment by what we have been rather than what we might have been.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daniel
Ewell
Red Cross Roll Call Aims Athens County Enlistment
Athens County Chapter invites residents to join the American Red Cross as the annual Roll Call opens between Armistice Day and Thanksgiving. The appeal notes disaster relief, wartime aid, and universal humanitarian service across nations, urging community support and membership to help both local and national needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Red Cross
Athens County
American Red Cross
Ohio River dam system completes a 2000 mile trade artery
The Ohio River’s deepened channel now with 53 locks from Pittsburgh to Cairo handles 66 feet of fall and over 21 million tons of freight. Investments exceed 10 million dollars for new terminals as the nine foot channel links Pittsburgh to New Orleans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio River
Upper
Ohio Valley Improvement Association
Cincinnati
Freedom
Pittsburgh
Cairo
Mississippi
New Orleans
Middlewest
Are They Getting Even Chicago Jury System Debate
A Chicago newspaper quotes a man after interviewing jurors who argues the widely discussed decline of the jury system is reshaping courtroom outcomes. He asserts attitudes toward juries reflect broader social changes and questions whether justice is served equally.
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Chicago
Jurors Fault Law Attitudes Spark Awakening Call
A writer cites jurors who see the law as an enemy and believe money can secure freedom for the guilty. He notes a cynicism toward courts in large cities, with jurors aiming to "get even" and sympathy for the underfunded accused. An awakening is urged.
Modernize Athens County Fair Grounds For Public Use
The Athens County Fair Grounds should be opened more fully as a public space as in 1928 and 1929. Good roads and family gatherings on Sundays and holidays make the grounds valuable for the entire district. The need is for better accommodations and fencing with old barns removed to improve appearance.
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Athens County Fair
Ohio
Athens County
Fair Association
Giant Industry of American Garages Expands
A writer in American Architect says there are over 51 000 commercial garages in the United States with a $3 billion investment, not counting private garages. Multi story garages waste space on ramps and driveways, spurring architects to find more economical handling as the industry grows.
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Amer-ica
America
American Petroleum Institute
United States
Federal Oil Conservation Board
Lost child notices and theater talks from New York
In Manhattan lost children are a daily issue with police and stores aiding reunions. Macy’s uses an automatic lost child system to reunite families quickly. The column recalls aging actors like John Rogers and Yours Merrily, noting theater charities supporting depleted performers after long careers.
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Gilbert Swan Messenger
New York
Manhattan
Coney Island
Macy's
John Rogers
Rogers
Mary Dugan
Billboard
Merrily
California
Market swings and world events mix in brisk trading
The piece notes sound economic conditions and Wall Street activity with shares rising up to 30 dollars in big steel lending. It adds commentary on China’s ongoing conflict and a quip about Americans knowing only four names Edison Hoover Ford and Rockefeller.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wall Street
Edison
Hoover
Ford
Rockefeller
Baking powder chemistry and health cautions
Dr. Frank McCoy explains baking powder types and uses, noting starch fillers, moisture reactions, and safety. He endorses moderate use with whole wheat foods and provides remedies for diet and digestion, including cautions about additives and laxative residues.
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Frank McCoy
Speed and royal matches through a busy world
A collage of ideas and plans from the era highlights global politics and transport. It notes public indifference to distant affairs, Glasgow’s proposed monorail driven by airplane-like propellers, and a possible electric link between Washington and New York. Italy anticipates a royal marriage with Belgium, protected by guards amid Communist tensions, while carmakers warn that a cheap 3200 model won’t arrive soon.
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Glasgow
Italy
Humbert
Marie Jose
Belgium
Vatican
Stowe profits from Uncle Tom's Cabin rights questioned
A reader asks about Harriet Beecher Stowe's earnings from the dramatization of Uncle Tom's Cabin. The answer notes Stowe did not reserve dramatic rights and earned no theatrical royalties despite the play's profits.
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Harriet Beecher Stowe
A Daily Study In Correct English Excerpt
A daily study by W L Gordon focuses on word usage and pronunciation. It defines divergent as tending to spread out from one point and notes the phrase our opinions are widely divergent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. L. Gordon
Cameron Brothers Acquire Large Block on North Court Street
Cameron Brothers Charles and Henry have bought nearly the entire Sloane Block on North Court Street and will take possession soon. Edward N. Cullums, official photographer at the Charleston Naval Ordnance Plant, visits with his mother Mrs Louise Cullums. The Southeastern Ohio School Masters Club meets Thursday evening for a round table discussion. Dr and Mrs P A Claassen entertained the German Club with songs and games. Missionary societies host a reception for Adelaide Gail Frost returning from India. Mr and Mrs Charles Henry visit Hamden with Dr W F Henry. Mrs R B Tewksbury and daughter Margaret from Cleveland visit D D Jones family.
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Cameron Brothers
Charles and
Henry
Sloane Block
North Court Street
Edward N. Culluma
US. Naval Ordinance Plant
Charleston
West Virginia
Louise Cullums
Southeastern Ohio School Masters
Dean J. J. Richetson
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Bil
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Dali
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Arthur Brisbane
King Features Incorporated
STK
H. Kenna
Atlantic
PN. Msc
McClure Newspaper
G. L
D. M
Havre
Mont
Feng
Chiang
China
General Atterbury
Pennsylvania
New York Central
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Office of Education
Caruso
A. Caruso
Naples
Alessandro Fasanaro
Hamen
L. Vv
England
A. Adams Tunstall
Greengates
Greenfield
Josiah
American Automobile Association
Speedway
Indianapolis
Ind
Rock Island
Guymon
Okla
Dalhart
Tex
Seaboard
Florida
Mra. P. A. Claassen
Ohio University
The
Missionary Societies of the Christian Church
Adeliade Gail Frost
Athens
India
Charles Henry
Hamden
Dr. W. F. Henry
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