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Newspaper
Bradenton Herald
Location
Bradenton, Florida, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1927
Page
6
A scrambled page from May 22 1927 presents varied items including aphorisms and jokes. It notes a reference to the Associated Press and mentions Burk e, early birds, economic salary talk, Marine tests, and a New Charter question. The text also touches pink sea monsters in Canada and ongoing Chinese civil conflict.
A Bradenton steam roller mass meeting endorses a charter draft, though critics say the Taxpayers league aims to seize control, push for an elected controller, and bypass city council. The Herald pledges to oppose what it calls political manipulation and argues for full transparency and fiscal restraint.
A discussion on forming a cooperative to market Florida crops, improving price stability, and protecting growers from foreign competition via tariff measures. The piece urges organized action by citrus and truck farmers, with leaders traveling to Washington to seek favorable federal support and a tariff wall before the next harvest.
The 1926 Pulitzer goes to the Canton Daily News of Canton Ohio in tribute to Don Mellett famed for his anti graft and crime reporting. The paper is praised for continuing his fight after his death and improving civic life in Canton.
The piece notes that England is undergoing rapid political change with Labor and Conservative forces in a sharp struggle. It cites a labor member shouting "Yart" at Premier Baldwin, signaling deep ideological divides that will shape the empire's future. The author also jokes about an enamel that won’t rub off lips.
A humorous essay contrasts men's costly peace offerings to women with the dangers of spoiling anger. It notes men buy flowers jewelry or candy to mend disputes while warning against repeated costly blunders. It argues women accept apologies but prefer prudent generosity.
In Washington President Calvin Coolidge relies on longtime porter William Williams who serves in private cars for millionaires between travels. Williams praises the president and Mrs Coolidge for kindness and explains his method: anticipate needs, be punctual, and perform all tasks from washing to cooking without fuss.
Parrish-Tampa road set to open this week as H R Curry begins grading Central and Cherokee avenues for paving. Dirt will be used to fill Wares Creek. Beginning Aug 16 the first county exam will be held by the county superintendent. G A Alexander badly burned by gas explosion while burning a stump at Palmetto. Wesley Brotherhood donates 125 to mission work via Nashville. Walker Realty opens at 450 Main Street. Mrs Dracula Bishop, 56, dies. Palmetto plans bronze WWI soldier tablet. Mrs A H Beavin resigns from Martin County school board to Gov. Martin. successor to be named soon. Continental trooper John Greenwood gave Washington a full set of dentures carved from a hippopotamus tusk.
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