Limited emergency sparks debate over federal power grid plan
A Public Service Magazine piece ties the late wartime limited emergency to a plan for a vast federal grid. It warns that consolidating power committees could force private utilities onto a federal line, potentially nationalizing the industry and squeezing private investors. Congress may need close scrutiny to prevent upheaval of the economic order.
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Public Service Magazine
National Defense Power Committee
Johnson
Army
Navy
National Power Policy Committee
Ickos
Federal Power Commission
TVA
REA
SEC
Bonneville Administration
Congress
Merit rating spreads to four states in unemployment tax
A governor veto stalls New York plans to apply merit rating to unemployment taxes as federal views on liberalizing benefits loom. Indiana Nebraska Wisconsin and South Dakota already use merit or experience ratings cutting payroll taxes for steady employment and raising rates for poor records. State reserve ratios drive automatic rates with thresholds and emergency fund triggers, shaping employer costs during economic shifts.
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New York State
Lehman
Federal
Social Security Board
Indiana
Nebraska
South Dakota
Wisconsin
Idle youth and political extremism warned in 1930s reflection
A veteran voice argues modern youths, fueled by pent-up energy, may seek quick action through radical leaders if bored and constrained. It critiques communism, wealth, and democratic work, urging patient public safety measures and wiser judgment to prevent violence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Satan
Pooled fund rules and state tax rates for unemployment
The article outlines unemployment insurance funding rules by state. South Dakota Wisconsin Nebraska specify reserve ratios and tax rates with thresholds for changes or cessations. Pooled fund conditions trigger additional contributions or credits when balances fall below set amounts.
Mercy and a Dallas judge at a Texas banquet
Joe Hill the municipal judge of Dallas Texas spoke at a Austin banquet. He offered to give his speech to anyone who left early and had a man poster the exit with copies. A large number accepted the invitation and left.
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Joe Hill
Dallas
Tex
Austin
Broadway Gossip and Spring Flirtations Parade
Walter Winchell on Broadway notes Rollins wedding at City Hall with Valerie the photographer and a wave of social tidbits from Glen Island Casino to Greenwich Village. Mentions Roosevelt award, Dis t Att y O Dwyer, Gus Edwards condition, and springtime buzz across venues and personalities.
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Imi Rollins
Valerie
City Hall
Glen Island Casino
Roosevelt
O'Dwyer
B'klyn
Gus Edwards
Greenwich Village
Morton ‘Street
Confucius
G. Jessel
Pring
Billy Rose
Cotton Club
Eleanor Roosevelt
Executrix Appointed for Harry W. Wincert Estate
Edith M Wingert named Executrix of the estate of Harry W Wincert in Linn County Iowa. Notice requests all debts and claims be presented to the Clerk of Linn County District Court for filing and authentication. John D Randall is the appointed attorney handling the matter.
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State of
Iowa
Linn County
Harry W. Wincert
Linn
Inheritance and Anoxia in Cardiovascular Health
Dr Charles H Goodrich links heart artery disease to criss cross inheritance and cites anoxia as the major driver of cardiovascular illness. He notes smoking raises blood carbon monoxide levels and suggests oxygen rich breathing and even belly breathing as remedies. The article also includes reader questions on reducing diets and skin itching with home remedies.
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Charles H. Goodrich
Goodrich
Ol’ Doc Brady
Dr. Goodrich
Buerger
H. B. Hanson
A. B. Hastings
Jour
A.M.A
Doctor's Olive Tablets Promote Bile Flow And Relief
A vintage ad touts Dr Edwards Olive Tablets to stimulate bile flow for digestion and constipation relief. The vegetable tablets promise morning energy, improved elimination, and fatty food tolerance with prices listed as 15, 30, and 60 cents. Local drugstores carry the product.
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FRICE
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White House
Faber
Dad
Germany
George Clark
Walter Winchell
Broadway
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al Smith
42Nd Street
George Abbott
George Washington Bridge
Holland Tunnel
Hudson
Ben Marden
Riviera
Dave
Blue Room
Ben Bernice
Upper Riverside Drive
Palm Beach
Stork Club
Central Park West
Barney Gallant
Tahiti
River Cove
Wall Street
el Morocco
Atlantic Beach Club
Tom Collins
Greenville Piedmont
Napoleon
FDR
Hitler
Edith M,. Wingert
Executrix
John D. Randall
Robert C. Bickel, C.L.A. Welcom
W. Reams
John B. Heidel
Fred Wedrich
National Life Insurance Company
Nonreeden Vermont Ask Mutual— Eotadliored 1000
Holden-Kahler CO
Third Street SE
Personal Health Service
William Brady
M. D
Questions
Arthritis
John F Dille Co
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ST. Joseph
Sonine Coles
Guaranty Bank and Trust Company
Third Avenue AY
Third Streeet
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
Northwestern Sell Telephone Company
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