Massachusetts Credit Union Plans Nationwide Propaganda Drive
Edward A. Filene discusses a push to spread credit unions as democratic savings and loan bodies. He notes unions offer small savers access to loans, emphasize thrift, and reduce reliance on money lenders, with plans to expand across Massachusetts and beyond through schools, labor groups, and religious and fraternal organizations.
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India
Credit Union
Massachusetts
Devonshire Street
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How to Prevent Acid Stomach and Food Fermentation
A stomach specialist argues most stomach distress is from excess acid and fermentation rather than illness. He recommends taking bisulated magnesia after meals with water to neutralize acid and halt fermentation, enabling normal digestion. He urges asking a druggist for this antacid due to its unique properties.
Rise of Credit Unions Led by Women Advocates
Maurice Ketten profiles the Industrial Credit Union of the Women's Educational and Industrial Union and the Massachusetts Credit Union movement. He notes 65,000 unions worldwide with 15 million members, the system’s growth in Massachusetts, and key promoters like Miss Caroline Cook and William J. Stanton.
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Summit Hecht
Harry Liebmann
Charles Weil
William J. Stanton
Devonshire Street
John McLaren Defends Stone Cutters' Wages
John McLaren writes to the Post disputing claims he earns 2.50 a day as a stonecutter on the Tech buildings. He says union bargaining yields 65 cents an hour or 5.20 daily for an eight hour day. McLaren is president of Stone Masons and Marble Cutters Union No. 9 of Massachusetts.
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New Tech
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