Business men must gamble with their own property
The article argues that the temporary national economic committee will examine the causes of business depression and why small businessmen avoid borrowing from banks. It contends that interference by politicians and reformers deters entrepreneurs from expanding, predicting loans will flow only when rules stop changing and bankers stay out of coaching roles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Economic Committee
TNEC
Washington
Publisher Putnam Kidnap Case Sparks Public Debate
The article notes publisher Putnam disclosed the author of his firm's Hitler book. It suggests kidnapper motives were publicity driven, while Putnam remains in an unenviable position with limited public sympathy. It argues the kidnapping might have required a fatal outcome to sway cynics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Putnam
Hitler
Psychological cycles and anti Nazi opposition in Germany
The Hour reports a rising covert opposition within the German Reich as Hitler faces doubt over peace, war aims, and Nazi rule. It notes ordinary Germans discussing Hitler and war policy in public spaces while acknowledging the claims may be inflated, urging cautious appraisal of the reports.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hitler
German Reich
Gestapo
Germany
Danzig
Italy
Atlantic
The Natural Prosperity Myth and Social Quips
A 1939 essay collection argues prosperity is nature’s plan with frontier success stories and warnings of artificial barriers. It dwells on wealth, poverty, and political critiques while interspersing satirical lines about idealism, governance, and human foibles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
China
Spain
Signs of dissatisfaction with leaders rise in 1930s pattern
The passage compares Hitler and Roosevelt as they unfolded their New Deals in 1933 and gained broad popularity. It notes a shared showmanship and radio appeal that may strain public patience, while pondering a historical pattern of dictators holding power. It cites rulers from Caesar to Ataturk and Napoleon to Diaz as examples of varied dictatorship durations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herr Hitler
Mr. Roosevelt
Germany
Julius Caesar
Cromwell
Lenin
Pilsudski
Stalin
Mussolini
Kemal Ataturk
Napoleon
Diaz
New York life shifts from dirt to calmer entertainment
Charles Driscoll notes a trend toward sane living as nightlife fades. A confidential magazine report shows sharp drops in sensational weeklies while homemaker titles rise strongly. The piece cites Vanderbilt and industry shifts as investors rethink dirty tabloids.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W York
New York
Magazine Banned Worldwide for Bawdy Content Sparks Quick Rise
A provocative magazine quick to gain circulation across multiple countries faces bans in numerous cities for explicit material. Despite swift suppression, circulation surged as readers sought its risqué content.
Entertainment notes and tidbits from New York scene
The piece surveys summer camp readings of Little Women style, O Hara’s royalties from K K Katy, and Dr Solomon C Martin of St Louis pursuing famous men canes. It notes tall Riverside Drive apartments, Grant's Tomb refurbishments, and a tribute listing showmen Barnum Rickard Ziegfeld plus George M Cohan as influential onstage managers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eal
O’hara
Solomon C. Martin
St. Louis
Paterno Castle
Riverside Drive
Grant
Thankful Her Fiance Broke Their Engagement
Mary Manners writes that a desolate woman grateful his jilting found a better match. The reader asks about a boyfriend who runs with married women. Manners bluntly suggests leaving him and seeking a man with serious purpose and higher ideals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Manners
Madge
Dear Miss Manners Noisy Friends Need Tactful Talk
A reader asks how to handle friends who shout in public. The adviser suggests tactful, nonoffensive confrontation and notes that a light, humorous approach can defuse the embarrassment while addressing the behavior.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Manners
Objectionable Remarks Stir Conversation Among Friends
A speaker comments on how certain gay remarks and overbearing shouts could be toned down. The note urges discretion to avoid making anyone conspicuous and suggests friends may underestimate how objectionable their behavior seems to others.
Notice of Appointment of Administrator in Iowa
The undersigned was on May 1 1939 duly appointed administrator of Charity Lamb deceased of Linn County Iowa. All indebted persons must pay promptly. Those with claims should file them authenticated with Merchant National Bank of Cedar Rapids Iowa as administrator. Attorneys Yessler Liddle and Fahey.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State of Iowa
Linn County
Lamb
Iowa
Eee
Merchants National
Bank of
Cedar Rapids
Yessler
Liddle and
Fahey
Moone's Emerald Oil Promises Quick Skin Relief
A historical advertisement touts Moone's Emerald Oil as fast relief for eczema itching and foot rash. The product is sold in a clean oil form by pharmacists at low cost and guarantees satisfaction with money back offers. May's Drug Store and Podzimek Pharmacies are named as retailers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moone
May’s Drug Store
Podzimek Pharmaecies
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Qateaan
Democratic
France
Franco
Teddy Roosevelt
Panama
Cain
Public de Techne
George Clark
News Syndicate Co. Inc
Charles Driscoll
Ornelius Vanderbilt
Liberty
Cafe Society
Neil
House and Garden
Better Homes and Gardens
Woman’s Home Companion
Ladies Home Journal
Life
Vanderbilt
America
Don Herold
Indiana
Joe Cook
Geoffrey O'Hara
Ene Buck
P. T. Barnum
Tex Rickard
Florenz Ziegfeld
Hese
George M. Cohan
Mary Manners
Jim
L. H. Stubbs & Co., Inc
O. R. C. Bldg
1St Ave
1St St
L. Ruber
Pres
A. C. Hoblitzell
Sec
Ironmaster Offer
OWA Electric Licht and Power Company
the Gazette
Tetras Power Co
Le.s
K-M Whippers
Reddy Kilowait
Silveray
Savi
OWA Electric Light and Power Company
Towa
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