Will Rogers Memorial fund support continues
The fund will persist to aid the unfortunate and the suffering though contributions come in small sums. The goal is to build a lasting endowment to fund worthy work for generations yet to come.
10 Dec 1935
Page 1
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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1935
Page
1
The fund will persist to aid the unfortunate and the suffering though contributions come in small sums. The goal is to build a lasting endowment to fund worthy work for generations yet to come.
The piece rails at vague peace timing in Africa and mocks wartime forecasts. It notes armor and ship profits from the London Naval Conference, comments on Lindbergh kidnap myths, a president’s son resigning, Gandhi’s health, and cautions about Russia’s harsh measures versus U.S. tactics.
A compendium of editorials and society items discussing neutrality policy in the 1930s, U.S. arms embargo debates, and a survey of light notes from college fashion to pension eligibility. It cites Christian Science Monitor and regional papers, noting economic strains and shifting public mood.
Much has been said about unfair practices in business especially in monopolies. The piece argues for drastic revision of patent and copyright laws, condemning long term protections and high prices on essential machines and books. It cites shoe machine patents and the Mergenthaler typesetting machine as emblematic abuses.
The Denison Press lauds a memorial fund for crippled children as a Will Rogers tribute. It argues a permanent foundation could perpetuate his influence and work, noting many could contribute small or large sums to build a lasting memorial.
A fragmented humor piece proposes a diving board as essential for a swimming pool while a visiting African leader humorously critiques White authority, noting misunderstandings in justice. The style mimics a Punch magazine snip with era-tinged satire and editorial tone.
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