League lifts sanctions on Italy as Ethiopia dispute lingers
The League of Nations voted to end economic penalties against Italy on July 15, a move seen as weaker than prior actions. The Ethiopian war remains unresolved, with Haile Selassie’s appeal at Geneva failing to alter the outcome. The piece notes political power shifts and historic postmaster general appointments under Taft, Wilson, Harding, Hoover, and Roosevelt, concluding with 1935 proposals to constrain postmaster general political activity.
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League of Nations Committee of Fifty-Two
Italy
League
League of Nations
Mussolini
Ethiopia
Haile Selassie
Geneva
Taft
Frank H. Hitchcock
Hitchcock
Charles E. Hughes
Wilson
Albert S. Burleson
Hoover
Walter F. Brown
Roosevelt
Farley
Democratic National Committee
New York State
Democratic Committee
Norris
Congress
Weather Beat Critiques Persistent Warm Forecast
A sharp note targets the weather forecast for labeling ongoing heat as “continued warm” amid a blistering spell. The author vents at the weather man for sticking to that description despite extreme conditions and stubborn language.
Limited Democracy in New Soviet Constitution
The article argues the proposed Soviet constitution grants voting rights and freedoms but preserves one party control under Stalin. It suggests democracy exists only within party limits and warns Western readers to view this “democracy” with skepticism as the regime tightens rule.
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Pinks
Moscow
Communist Party
Stalin
Soviet Union
Politics and the P. M. G Chancellor of Post Office
The article discusses the anticipated resignation of Postmaster General Farley amid political pressures. It notes his unique tenure under the 1872 act and the Senate's role in removal, while outlining his strong control over the department without new congressional legislation.
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Farley
Post Office Department
Senate
Congress
Lines for Youths on Self Respect and Leadership
A 1936 collection of lines urges teens to build self respect, choose a strong leader, and pursue personal duties. It touches on ambition, resistance to authority, and the costs of missteps, alongside contemporary political jibes about Landon and Prohibition.
New Yorke by Da Dey by Day
Alfred Vanderbilt the youthful sportsman grows into a major figure in American racing with 82 horses and 36 wins, admired by pugilists and stablemen alike, while his social life stays focused on friends and family. A liquor price war in New York sparks chaos as brands drop dramatically, and a magazine cartoonist signs with a syndicate amid debates on privacy in public life. The column notes isolation of New Yorkers on the fringe and reflects on wartime phrases and Highlanders.
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New York
Alfred Vanderbilt
America
Vanderbilt
Margaret Emerson
Tunney
York
Ambitions to Serve Others Rise More in Girls Than Boys
An article notes surveys of school students showing more girls than boys express ambitions to help others, with girls forming these desires earlier while many boys retain them through high school. The piece also discusses memory improvement advice and views from Walter B Pitkin and E L Thorndike on changing desires and habits for constructive work.
Nova Herculis Flashes Bright Overnight in 1934
In 1934 the star Nova Herculis rose from 14th magnitude to become the 17th most luminous object in the sky within days, transforming from a barely visible point to a spectacular celestial feature observed by astronomers.
Mind exploration prompt and moral science note
An author’s note explains the scientific framing of morality and social rights. It asks if girls show help for others in misfortune earlier than boys, framing the question within scientific and societal rights perspectives.
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Rapids and Marion
Chicago
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Michigan Ave
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Associated Press
International News
United Press
Lt Tee
Schubert
Politics
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PA Drug Store
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Mennen
Eral Oil
Chartex
Gillette
Antrol
Crys
George Clark
New Yorke
George Cohan
Gene Ahern
Hauptmann
Metropolis
Timbuctoo
Manhattan
Maplewood
N. J
Westport
Connecticut
No Man’s Land
Walter B. Pitkin
Henry C.link
Albert E. Wiggam
American Association For the Advancement of Science
E. L. Thorndike
Albert Edward Wiggam
United States Office of Education
Harry H. Moore
Bronxville
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