National defense, debt and disarmament debate
A reader argues for strong national defense to deter war, noting U S. naval weakness and rising debt. The piece cautions against inflation from high deficits, warns of future credit crises, and stresses keeping defenses in good order to prevent war rather than pursue disarmament. It cites World War I debt peaks and warns of monetary collapse if debt grows unchecked.
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Washington
Europa
Uncle Sam
United States
Thia
Debt warning on rising U.S. national debt
The National Economy League warns the United States faces a steep debt rise. For the year ended June 30, 1934, debt increased by about three billion dollars and is projected to rise by roughly four billion more by June 30, 1935. The report notes unprecedented peacetime growth and questions future return of the funds.
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United States
National Economy League
League
Boxers on Stage The Curse of Ring Fame
Pugilists have long sought acting work since John L. Sullivan. Corbett stood out as an actor and writer, while Jeffries Johnson Willard Fitzsimmons and Dempsey failed to impress on stage. Max Baer earns 3000 weekly for a meaningless act, prompting calls to curb prizefighters from appearing publicly.
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John L. Sullivan
Jamey J. Corbett
Corbet
Fowever
Jeffries
Johnson
Willard
Fitzsimmons
Dempsey
Ring Sonsation
Max Baer
New York
Baer
Hourglass and Scythe Poem of Reckoning and Peace
An old man with a long white beard carries an hourglass and a scythe. He witnesses empires fall and battles scar the earth as power fades. He foresees a peaceful world where greed meets its end and markets collapse into ruin. The verse ends with prophetic lines about a united world beyond Wall Street towers and Gomorrah.
THIRTY YEARS AGO TODAY Bluefield preps for New Year celebration
Bluefield prepared for a big New Year’s celebration as the Norfolk Lands marly building in Norfolk Virginia was destroyed by fire. Fire department members held their annual banquet at the Bluefield plant.
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Bluefield
Norfolk Lands Marly
Norfolk
Fire Depattanak
William C. Easley
Mercer Street
L. Magrill
Pocahontas
Navy Department
Japar
Pacific
Treasury
Bureau of Engraving and Printing
Woodalring
A Washington Bystander on Roosevelts Silver Proclamation
Kurke Simpson argues the Silver buying order shifts Washington’s monetary debate. It weakens calls for direct inflation and taxes, alters farm state inflation alliances, and reduces chances of mandatory currency action. Observers see the move as presidential leverage to curb inflationary pressures.
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Roosevelt
White House
Congress
Thoman
Roosevelt Helps Host New York Wedding Day Reverie
In New York on December 27, Mrs. Franklin Roosevelt attended the wedding of June Hamilton Rhodes to Ferdinand D. Sanford, appearing briefly and discreetly. The First Lady’s presence underscores American democracy, while a high society reception hosted by Elizabeth Arden showcased luxury and modern elegance atop Fifth Avenue. Cardinal Hayes, featured in regal attire, adds a contrasting note of traditional grandeur to the scene.
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Franklin Roosavelt
June Hamilton Rhodes
Ferdinand D. Sanford
Mra
Roosevelt
Aha
Charles Hanson Towne
Amerika
California
Elizabeth Arden
Fifth Avenue
Central Park
Central Park West
59Th Street
Babylon
Huey Long tax case looms as March deadline nears
The National Whirligig News notes Huey Long faces a looming March deadline on income tax issues tied to his Louisiana politics. Investigations focus on returns from the Hoover era and possible revised figures benefiting government revenue, amid expected political backlash and debates over persecution versus prosecution.
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Washington
George Duano
Huey
Huey Long Snys
Congress
Sanator
Louisiana
Long
Henry Morgenthau
Treasury
Gold and Wood Pulp Plans Fueled by Policy Debate
Local insiders note Professor Rogers favors the sterling dollar rate for pricing influence while Professor Warren backs gold purchases. A Wood Pulp plan would shutter domestic mills for ten years, with government seizure of pulp empires, compensation based on ten year averages, and Russia wood imports credits to cover debts. Discussion hinted during a forthcoming Congress session, with backing from leaders connected to Lytnnose.
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James Maemullin
Rogers
Washington
Warren
Haver
Jesus
Baxland
Lovat Inssidera
Russia
Averaer
Horensky
Russian pulp plans and global trade shifts raise questions
The article outlines a proposed Russian credit arrangement and trade balancing aimed at boosting Soviet exports, potential lower newsprint costs for American papers, and a broader push to shift buying toward Russia. It notes wheat currency shifts in Argentina, rising Fascism concerns in Britain, arms market dynamics, and a new German penal code threatening foreigners seen as disloyal, including American newspaper writers, upon entering Germany.
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Japan
New York
Germany
France
Britain
Gourtoany
Whisky prices rise as counterfeit liquor circulates
Health Commissioner Wynne in New York notes illegal whisky sells at 3.60 a quart, worse than bootleg liquor. Harsh warnings about production benefits and dangers amid widespread but unclear varieties. Winter forecasts extend from December 2 to March 4, urging readers to keep coats ready despite weather claims.
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Wynne
New York
Roosevelt Roils Party Lines In 1932 Campaign
Democrats claim Roosevelts backing of Hiram Johnson in California signals a test of party loyalties as Roosevelt seeks a realignment with the progressive wing. The piece notes Biden era style shifts, TVA cheap power plans, and anti lynching proposals by Senator Costigan amid broader New Deal push.
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Hoover
California
Johnson
Roosevelt
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Senglers Cutting
New Mexico
la Follette
Wisconsin
Revere
Roosevalt
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TVA
Electric Home and Farm Authority
David Lilienthal
George W. Norris
Nebraska
Motion Pictures Influence on Youth Crime and Delinquency
Health Service by Dr Morris Fishbein notes a study showing motion pictures affect young minds, shaping behavior toward crime, aggression, and delinquency. It cites evidence of imitation, gun interest, and theft methods, with some films also deterring wrongdoing through negative portrayals and punishment.
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Committee On Research In Education
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