Pulpit Courage Versus Corruption and Political Surprises
A column argues for militant denunciation of corruption in high places and stresses the need for courageous prophets in sermons. It references Judge Seabury’s findings, Mayor Walker, Dr. Fosdick, and the political shifts around Jim Ferguson and Ma’s gubernatorial race, while noting sensational German prospects.
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Judge Seabury
Walker
Fosdick
Jim Ferguson
Jim
Texas
Thought for Today on Truth of Doctrine and Paths
A quotation asserts that truth matters more than beauty in doctrine and emphasizes choosing the right road to a place rather than a scenic one. The line frames a practical, ethical lens on belief and direction.
Bible Quotation on Humility Prayer and Healing Nations
A religious quotation from 2 Chronicles 7 14 urges humility prayer and seeking God s face to gain divine forgiveness and healing of a land through turning from wicked ways and calling on God without partial or modern commentary.
Blind Flower-Woman in the New York Times Verse
A fragment of verse by Gilbert Maxwell appears in the New York Times. The poem frames a flower seller in a sunlit street as memory and dream awaken among routine days. The speaker asks about an ancient secret awakened by blossoms, dusk, and May memories.
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Gilbert Maxwell
New York Times
Fierce Attacks Target Dr. Fosdick After Civilized Charge
The militant Riverside Church pastor Dr Harry Emerson Fosdick faced renewed criticism after he urged New Yorkers not to submit to a city government shown as corrupt. He spoke on handling primitive instincts and divine pay for such conduct, amid charges of incivility and provocation.
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Ren
Dr. Polling
Harry Emerson Bogdick
Riverside Church
New York
Dr. Fosdick
Chilean Government Overthrown for Socialist Republic
The article reports a overthrow of the Chilean government and the establishment of a Socialist republic. It predicts confiscation of wealth and major industries by workers with the state led by workers and recognition of the Russian Soviet. It warns of potential uneven benefits and lasting peace only if ruins do not invite another government.
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Chile
Butler to Attend Republican Convention to Fight Prohibition
Dr Nicholas Murray Butler plans to attend the Chicago Republican gathering and push for repealing the Eighteenth Amendment. He rails against party harmony and cites party honesty as essential. He warns he would leave any party that supports the amendment and urges honest expression for liquor repeal.
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Nicholas Murray Butler
Chicago
Butler
Poling withdraws resignation as Allied Forces chair
Dr Daniel A Poling resigns as chairman of the Allied Forces for Prohibition and withdraws the move until December stating the resignation was misunderstood though it was known then he.
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Daniel A. Poling
Allied Forces For Prohibition
Young Democrats Name Candidate for Governor Seeks Harmony
The Young Democrats claim a candidate for governor and urge Sterling and Ma Ferguson to withdraw to favor their choice and party harmony. They assert their organization has the right name and pride themselves on bold action.
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Young Democrats
Sterling
Ma Ferguson
Italian premier orders trial for youth who attacked Mussolini
A young Italian assailant who tried to kill Mussolini yesterday faces a direct trial ordered by the premier. The report notes few technicalities in Italian law once a national leader commands proceedings.
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Mussoolinii
Proposal to raise congress salaries faces paradox
The remark argues that increasing congressional duties and burdens while demanding more alcohol restrictions and lower taxes will push lawmakers to resist cutting their own pay. It questions how Congress can reduce salaries when pressed with higher rewards and costs.
Bread Marchers in Washington Face Beer March on Chicago
The report notes a split among demonstrators with bread seekers marching on Washington and beer advocates planning a Chicago show of force. It mentions Pullman sleepers and top hotel suites as part of the latter group.
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Washington
Chicago
New Tax Bill Imposes Three Percent Charge on Electrical Energy
A new tax measure applies a three percent levy on electrical energy billed to consumers. The article continues with analysis of who pays, potential impacts on utility bills, and reactions from residents and policymakers.
Energy government may need to tax in atoms
Fragmentary text suggests discussion of energy and government response involving a pay in atoms. The wording implies a hypothetical or rhetorical stance on government action and energy policy.
Democrats Voice Platform Against Protective Tariffs
A statement notes that a Democratic platform denounces protective tariffs and predicts reactions to tariffs on copper lumber and mohair tied to Democratic votes.
Worries Crowding Minds Spare Time for Pleasures
A note on how excessive worries cluster and limit enjoyment, yet some still seek relief through leisure activities like riding, fishing, or solfing. The piece implies stress reduces pleasure and urges finding balance.
Editorial Calls House Travel Expenses Excessive
Hartford Courant reprints a Palestine Daily Herald piece condemning congressional travel costs. It compares actual rail fares to government reimbursements for senators Reed Borah Jones and others, noting abuses under a 1866 mileage rule and urging spending reform.
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Hartford
Conn
David A. Reed
Borah
Boise
Idaho
Washington
Senator Jones
Seattle
Senate
House of Representatives
Congress
Palestine Daily Herald
Building Up Ahead in Federal Reserve Credit Easing
The Associated Press cites Federal Reserve statistics showing preliminary progress in the system’s aggressive effort to loosen credit. Figures indicate reserves held by member banks across the twelve federal institutions rose as part of the easing trend.
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Associated Press
Federal Reserve
Pressure Builds as Credit Tightens and Stores Boost Loans
The Fort Worth Star-Telegram notes that credit has tightened over three months, piling pressure for looser lending. Banks require more liquidity while business leaders hesitate to borrow, yet rising bank reserves could push lending and confidence, sparking a shift to a boom psychology as borrowers and lenders align.
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Moncey
Fort Worth
Supreme Court review on Scottsboro case urged by Alabama press
The Birmingham News welcomes Supreme Court review of the Scottsboro defendants on the Fourteenth Amendment issue. It argues the case tests fair trial standards and that justice will be ensured, despite foreign agitators labeling the matter as labor related. The piece asserts guilt is clear and supports the death sentence.
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Federal
Supreme Court
Scottsboro
Alabama
Birmingham News
Washington
The
Dallas New
Congress shows firm support for domestic relations reform says Sorghum
The Sherman Democrat reports Senator Sorghum says both Houses back domestic relations reform. The Dallas News quips about giving up claims on Europe and foreclosing on the continent as satire.
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Sorghum
Washington, D. C
Congress
Ernest Parker
Sherman Democrat
Europe
Dallas News
Publishers given to Mayor Walker spark city ties
A Denison Herald note says publishers turned a quarter of a million dollars to Mayor Jimmy Walker for friendship and could visit. Fort Worth Star Telegram laments public meanness. Greenville Banner jokes about a parrot being barred as a murder trial witness due to competition.
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Jimmy Walker
Denison Herald
Greenville Banner
Tim Meddlin quote on church members surprising society
In the Marshall News Homer Price notes Tim Meddlin saying that public surprise at a church member’s wrongdoing is a compliment to the church. The remark frames church integrity as a social standard.
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Tim Meddlin
Homer Price
Marshall News
The Paragraphers and a Saxophone Quip
A humorous note from a humorist cites the president of a music teachers association about teaching a boy to blow a saxophone and not a safe. It questions if sandbags would muffle the sax. A separate joke recalls an Englishman trekking 70 miles in Central Africa to speak with neighbors who would not lend a lawnmower.
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Music Teachers’ Association
Central Africa
Teakettle Invention Spurs Free Wheeling Detroit News
A playful note ties a teakettle inspired Watt steam engine to a incident about coasting through a revolving door. The line hints at the origin of the phrase free wheeling in Detroit News discourse.
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Detroit News
Atom split sparks idea for creditors' share
A witty line from the Boston Herald questions using atomic breakthroughs to settle debts with creditors. The remark plays on the era’s rapid scientific advances and the broader interest in applying new power to finance.
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Boston Herald
Pathfinders Question Government Wine Brick Value
A Pathfinders column casts doubt on a government protected wine brick, suggesting it proved worth more as a gold brick and raising questions about official assurances and financial return.
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Pathfinder
Worth a Smile and Waiving Hearing in Minor Incident
Claud Williams held by United States Commissioner Lee R. Smith after raiders found whiskey on his property. Williams pleads guilty and waives the hearing, stating he does not want to hear more about it. A separate exchange notes a misunderstanding about a store chain during a humorous clerk interaction.
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Germany
France
Claud Williams
United States
Lee R. Smith
Smith
Williams
Her Way and a Diamond Brooch
A brief dialogue depicts a woman advising a young Betty on how to cry and a husband reflecting on his wife’s reaction to a diamond brooch given at Christmas. The exchange hints at affect and social behavior in domestic life with light humor.
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Betty
Witty Exchange Turns On Wreck and Car Phrase
A humorous dialogue frames a man’s boast about never having a wreck and a woman’s play on words about years with “wreck” and “car” in a light, snappy exchange. The brief line showcases language humor and timing.
Fertile Field Motto Sparks City Commentary
A fragment from the Louisville Courier Journal quotes a comment about an area described as dull and a jab about passing up Punkville. The snippet includes a boast I am a scissors grinder and places the remark in a local context.
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Punkville
Louisville Courier Journal
Announcement of Democratic primary July 23 schedule
The Daily Favorite and Benham News publish filing charges for party offices and precinct notices. Prices shown include 15 dollars for daily papers, 10 dollars for daily and weekly combined, and 5 dollars for weekly alone. Cash payments required for notices. Vague date hints and election context indicate July 23 primary coverage.
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Benham News
Mary
Local Government Ticket Listings for Fannin County Officials
District Clerk candidates include Allen Spies John C Milieir Wade Liprcomb and others. Tax Collector Walter Boyd Frank Wright, Tax Assessor R H Dick Trimble Frank Campbell Jas A Agnew Cladde C Hodge. Sheriff nominees F M Johnson Henry Chaney Jack Leonard A L Chaffin J D Shinpaugh. Precinct 1 candidates Cox Tidwell J Wright Russell A V Horn Walter Hales. Precinct 4 Vernon Henegar J E Worsham M K McDonald Tom Wright. Public Weigher Vernon Henegar.
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Fannin Cou Allen Spies
John C. Milieir Wade Liprcomb
Fannin Co
R. H.dick
Trimble
Frank Campbell
JAS. A. Agnew
C. Hodge
Fannin County
F. M. Johnson
Henry Chaney
Jack Leonard
A. L. Chaffin
J. C. Magouire
J. D. Shinpaugh
Fannia County
Jim Cox
Bill Tidwel, J. Wright Russell
A. V. Horn
W. E. Walter Hales
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Tome
Ohio State Journal
Lingoln
Wells & Elam
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F. A. Dale
Fannin Cou
Walter Boyd
Frank Wright
Vernon Henegar
J. E. Worsham
M. K. McDonald
Tom Wright
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