Home ownership erosion as HOLC and federal holdings rise
The piece analyzes rising federal foreclosure ownership during the Great Depression era. It cites HOLC and FDA holdings totaling over 150000 homes and 10000 farms, with substantial defaults, arguing the trend weakens national strength and prompts questions about ownership, responsibility, and the taxpayer burden. It warns that government landlord role grows as private foreclosures increase.
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Congress
HOLC
Uncle Sam
Home Owners Loan Corporation
Farm Credit Administration
Federal Housing Administration
FDA
Education in Patriotism Urges National Guard Rally
Secretary of War Woodring urged Boston national guardsmen to lead a youth patriotic education movement. He defended free speech, called for education over oppressive patriotism, and questioned current levels of old fashioned patriotism versus founders’ era courage.
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National Guardsmen
Boston
Woodring
National Guard
Patriotism and vigilance urged to defend American institutions
A speaker calls for patriotic citizens to guard the republic against internal threats. He urges youth to adopt old fashioned patriotism with modern thought to oppose corruption, debt, taxes, paternalism, threats to free speech, and unemployment, emphasizing timely vigilance.
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Secretary of War
Japan War Bond Drive Raises Vast Private Donations
The Tokyo Nichi Nichi launched a patriotic campaign to tap Japan’s invisible gold reserve, drawing in wedding rings trophes and even dental fillings, reaching nearly 100000 dollars in one day. The piece argues wars hinge on resource endurance as much as battles.
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Japan
Tokyo
China
Parkersburg Council Raises Salaries Prompting Recall Drive
West Virginia town's new city council hikes salaries triggering a recall petition by citizens. The piece critiques public officials racing to drain public funds, reflecting wartime and New Deal era concerns over dole versus work relief and the public's burden.
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West Virginia
Parkersburg
Idle dollars and men seek work with encouragement
Idle dollars are in great need of a job as is the man without one. Both dollars and men await opportunity and encouragement to take work.
The pump priming paradox drains cash without yield
Time shows pump priming fails to generate real returns. Money poured in dries up as no lasting output emerges from the investment.
Budget Balancing Nonsense Warns Against Reckless Savings
A columnist notes people rush to balance the budget by risky moves while ensuring they still keep money in the trough. The author argues the best time to save is when one has funds, not after depletion.
Courtesans of old France in stately velvet detail
A lyrical description of courtesans with white wigs and bejeweled patches, pale shoulders, and rich fabrics set against a crimson and amethyst palette. The prose paints regal, twilight imagery and martial green leaves framing the scene.
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Old
France
Midas
Thomas Carter Law
Chicago Tribune
Forty Years Ago Today In Bluefield Files Highlights
The Rev. Mr. Matheson installed as Bramwell Presbyterian pastor visiting Bluefield. Northfork smallpox quarantine lifted. Tazewell farmers test popcorn as cattle feed.
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Matheson
Presbyterian Church
Bramwell
Bluefield
Northfork
Tazewell County
John C. Roper
Southwest Virginia
Austinville
Wythe County
Graham
Jeffersoon Davis
Beaver Pond
Indianapolis
Henry D. Hatfield
United States Senate
Bluefield Cun Club
World Economic Tides Slump Spreads Worldwide Says Republic Bulletin
The Republic Bulletin reports a global slump beginning in the United States about fourteen months ago, with March marking the seventh consecutive month of decline in world industrial activity. Output fell in Great Britain, France, Germany, Holland, and Belgium, with English cotton spinning down and iron and steel orders dropping despite armament spending. Prices for raw materials and foods dropped, while Canada showed a small uptick and the U S index held steady, though spring improvement is not expected before fall at the earliest. The piece compares current levels to early 1933 under the Roosevelt administration.
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United States
National Industrial Conference Board
Great Britain
France
Germany
Holland
Belgium
England
Canada
Roosevelt
Pump priming in a world of deflation and recovery
The text notes that 1930s conditions abroad may lag behind the US as the current slump begins in America. It compares the 1929 crash and 1933 recovery, arguing that domestic start could alter the timing of a revival. It suggests doubts about the effectiveness of renewed pump priming amid global deflation.
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United States
Europe
Soda jerker code words and Eastern dance at the Rainbow Room
George Ross reports on soda fountain jargon where numbers cue drinks and service. Lum Fong explains why Chinese diners eat in the dining room and how waiters are viewed. Jack Cole headlines East Indian swing dances at the Rainbow Room, noting why blends replace authentic orchestras.
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Lum Fong
China
Lum
Jack Cole
Rainbow Room
Cole
Fiorello LaGuardia Drives City Forward with Long Days
The mayor is described as the most energetic leader in town history, routinely working sixteen hours and even longer when urgent business arises. His official limousine features a sliding desk for on the go work.
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Fiorello LaGuardia
What Today Means To You By MARY BLAKES Gemini June 2 Birthday
Horoscope for Gemini born on June 2 with best hours 10 00 to 12 00, 14 00 to 16 00, 21 00 to 23 00 and danger 08 00 to 10 00, 19 00 to 21 00, 23 00 to 24 00. Warns careful handling of intangible matters, clear thinking, practical mindset, and potential talent in arts and business. Lists notable figures born June 2 and suggests possible careers and traits.
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Mary Blakes
Mayor’s car stop sparks talk of public papers and sport push
In transit the mayor’s official car sat with papers inside after a seaside trip. The piece notes jai alai’s rising profile, describes its mix of sports and the need for strength, and mentions a syndicate exploring jai alai at the New York world’s fair.
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Oes
Jailalai
Miami
The Once Over Sy H. tL. PHILLIPS
Prague reports Czechoslovakia faces a gas mask shortage for babies as stores run low while adults still seek protection. The mock war poem portrays Mars laughing at scarce infant masks, then startled to learn there are none for him or other grownups.
June Romance and Scattered Notions in a Brief Note
A quirky collection of remarks touches on romance in June, Cincinnati's baseball standing, aging actors in Italy, a drunken anecdote about a memorial arch, a cautious horse follower, and a sly jab about Chinese armies awaiting queues.
Salem College dedicates new student union building
Dr H Eugene Davis of Shanghai spoke at Salem college dedication ceremonies for the $6000 student union recreation building. The semi centennial celebration included an annual picnic and other activities as part of the program.
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Salem
Salem. W. Va
H. Eugene Davis
Shanghai
China
Salem College
Screen Life In Hollywood Tales of stars and acts
Hollywood gossip outlines how stars are judged by behavior toward crew and fellow actors. Stories include Katharine Hepburn’s blow up rumor and Gary Cooper’s contract giving Marlene Dietrich a break. It notes kindness and petty tempers shaping careers in a business built on behind the scenes help.
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Katharine Hepburn
Hepburn
Hollywood
Gary Cooper
Marlene Dietrich
Dietrich
William Powell
Luise Rainer
Galahad
Bette Davis
Humphrey Bogart
Edward G. Robinson
Morris
Davis
Bogart
Robinson
Wayne Morris
Eddie G
Laughter in the Dark suspense and decay in a tense triangle
Bruce Catton reviews Vladimir Nabokov's Laughter in the Dark noting a mood of eerie suspense and a grim, overripe atmosphere. A middle aged German man deserts wife and daughter for a passion swayed by a selfish charmer, ending with an auto crash and a lurid, morbid finale.
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Vladimir Nabowoff
Bobby Merrill
Sis
Wallaces Farm Act Dilemma Haunts Washington Wheat Policy
Washington dispatch reports Agriculture Secretary Wallace grappling with farm act rules forcing loans at 52 to 75 percent of old parity. Parity calculated at 1.15 a bushel implies loans near 60 cents, risking export markets and large government wheat stock.
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Washington
Wallace
Wheat
George Farrell
Congress
Former Logan Mayor Eddings Dies by Self Inflicted Wound
Charleston dispatch reports Coroner James E. Roberts says B. Carl Eddings former Logan mayor age 45 died from a self inflicted gunshot in a hospital. Eddings worked as an unemployment compensation department auditor and left no known reason for the act. He is survived by his wife and one son.
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Charleston
W. Va
James E. Roberts
Carl Eddings
Logan
Eddings
Roberts
Harpoon Throwing Visitor Plans Rim House Stay
A prominent visiting figure announces plans to rent a house on the rim of the Grand Canyon. He hints at feeling at home only when living on the brink of something. Modern art will feature in future television programs amid continued cultural shifts.
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Grand Canyon
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