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Newspaper
Carthage Citizen
Location
Carthage, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 25, 1936
Page
4
Governor Alf Landon criticizes billion dollar borrowing arguing it creates a temporary prosperity while actual costs will be borne by taxpayers and future generations. He warns that the bill for this spending remains to be paid by the public and children.
Cordell Hull warns at the World Power Conference that nations redirect energy to destruction. He cites German arms, Hitler's notes on Russia, Russia's vast army, Japan's Manchurian expansion, and looming threats to Britain, Spain, and global peace, urging utmost effort for peace now.
The United States Constitution Sesqui Centennial Commission led by Sol Bloom plans a nationwide 150th anniversary celebration with state commissions schools and libraries. Activities include contests prizes Washington visits, facsimiles of the draft, commemorative stamps and a paintings and portraits exhibition.
A lighthearted essay celebrates pie as a national staple valued across states and eras. It notes pie’s versatility from fruit fillings to meat pies, and humorously contrasts traditional New England ties with broad national enthusiasm, ending with a nod to census data counting pie eaters.
Hoosier Motor club issued an appeal urging motorists and parents to cooperate to protect school children. Teachers police and safety patrols work to guard children but require backing from parents and drivers through vigilant crossing, careful driving near schools, and repeated safety reminders. The club calls for collective effort to achieve the safest school year on record.
The Today Magazine excerpt notes cyclical drought patterns from 1885 to 1895 and suggests another cycle may occur, citing tree rings showing severe drought in 1755 to 1780. J B Kincer of the weather bureau is referenced as researching dates, with cautious hope that three or more dry years could come.
Maris Trevor frets over Rod O Rorke’s money quest to fund a future marriage while she clings to present happiness. News of Rod’s Cleveland trip for a radio gadget stirs Pat and Patsy, as friendship and possible romance mingle with a planned expo show.
In a kitchen scene Pat and Patsy discuss Stan Fayson’s engagement to Rowene Quirk while Maris confronts mixed feelings about love, money, and future prospects. The dialogue reveals ambitions of marrying wealthy men and the social pressure on women to improve their station.
A church class review outlines seven key points from the early Christian spread after Jesus. It emphasizes Holy Spirit power, persecution, lay participation, unity amid differences, and the universal gospel for all peoples, urging commitment to pray, give, and go.
A reflective quotation attributes the power of small rivers to certain people, noting their ability to draw attention and excite interest by presence and manner. The piece frames rivers as having an indefinable quality similar to notable individuals.
This excerpt asserts that unjust actions oppose divine will and prevent true happiness for the unjust, linking morality to lasting well being. It cites Stretch as the source of the claim and frames justice as essential to a good life. The text emphasizes that happiness rests on alignment with moral order.
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