Washington tenant exploitation tied to Allan Walker death
A Washington obituary notices Allan E. Walker, a 40 year old real estate man and builder, but the broader text argues tenants bore the burden of wartime property speculation. It traces Walker’s rise from 19 to wealth, claims his wealth growth came from opportunistic inflation that harmed renters, and notes no personal blame for him.
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Washington
Allan E. Walker
Runsca Atory
America
Redford W. Walker
Walker
Hig Chance
Old Age Pensions Debate in United States Press
A newspaper column argues against state funded old age pensions, citing Britain’s dole as curb on thrift and initiative. It notes four legislatures studying pensions, warns of costly government schemes, and favors private, employer provided retirement plans to sustain employment and risk of economic downturn.
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Zental
England
Fecree
Sion
Chigago ‘Tribune
Britain
Dole
Donon Ram
Tures
Howe
Tobacco Advice From Cappy Might
A voice urges youth to avoid tobacco as a deadly weed. The speaker, George Matthew Adams, notes appeals from puffs and stoked habits, arguing wiser choices save from ruin. He questions why older smokers resist quitting while advising a clean, smoke free path.
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George Matthew Adams
Governor Hammill Reappoints Holden to Highways Post
Governor Hammill issues a recess appointment to J W Holden of Greene county to the highway commission, succeeding himself. The move faces Senate minority opposition though editorially praised as bold and in line with the will of the majority and people, despite regional resistance.
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Jawa
Tunmil
Greene County
Highway Commission
Senate
Hammill
Holden
Vanna
Alough
Buser
Brookhart
Gnawa Fe
Nepsidam
Corneil Riuus
Wamail
Senate Io
Senate splits over gubernatorial appointment confirmation
The piece discusses two-thirds Senate approval for a governor's appointee, led opposition by Buser and Brookhaxy, Holden's minority at one third, and Governor Bammill backing the appointment amid broader road development and federal aid aims. It notes clashes over policy and party lines.
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Senate
Buser
Brookhaxy
Holden
Highway Commission
Bammill
Congress
Orhe
Drammill
Why Union Miners Favor Cooperative Coal Mines
An editorial from the Chicago Tribune argues that the United Mine Workers interfere with cooperative mines in Knox County to protect a high wage scale. It suggests cooperatives offer higher earnings and autonomy by rewarding productive effort, potentially undermining union wage norms. The piece cites central Pennsylvania and nearby states as the key mining region.
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Chicago, Tribune
United Mine Workers of America
Knox County
Wind
F Tiny
Pennsylvania
Ohio
Ilinois
Tidiana
Rum War and Craye Land Scribbles in a 1925 Wire
A clipped 1925 NEA service item notes curious phrases about rum disputes in a wooded region, June wedding crops, and odd etiquette lines. It mentions burglars in Tarrytown stealing jewels, a San Francisco hotel fire by night, and a general exercise of large monetary figures.
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NEA Service, Inc
Unemployed miners show high idle rates across states
In Ohio about 30 000 men idle and 10 000 work one day a week on average. Illinois with 99 000 miners reports 5 000 unemployed while the rest work two days weekly. Indiana, with 5 000 miners, has 25 000 idle and others working one day weekly. Indiana appears to have the highest unemployment rate. Cooperative mine pay is $1.50 per ton on a nine gun basis, with operators keeping the surplus. coal sells for around $1.75 to $1.00 per ton, leaving 25 to 40 cents for expenses, leaving little profit and underscoring union price folly.
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Ohio
Ilinois
Indiana
Counselor's Caution on Youth Smoking Rhyme
The verses warn youths about cheroots and tobacco's dangers. A counselor voice urging patience and restraint, noting nicotine's soothing appeal yet long term harm to heart nerves and liver.
Missing Door Found in England in Bightwood Country
An oak door linked to Bullialeudlage, Oxford, England, has been found in Eg Bex near the Bightwood area. The item was reported missing from a local property, with authorities noting its historical significance. Local records will confirm ownership and next steps for restitution.
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Oxford
England
Band Concerts to Start at Adair on June Third
Band concerts begin June third in Adair as funds are raised by local business men. K Rasmussen of Anita, a leading director, will direct the summer program with musicians from Anita Adair and Atlantic joining the Adair band for the season.
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Adair
News-Telegraph
K. ©. Rasmussen
Anita
Atlantie
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