States Move Toward Government Arms Monopoly
The house approves a bill allowing the President to embargo U S shipments of arms for the Chaco war, signaling momentum for government monopoly of arms and munitions. Proponents cite historical warnings and international calls for strict control, arguing private profit fuels armament.
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House of Representatives
Chaco
White House
Geneva
Washington Arms Conference
Nicholas M. Butler
Carnegie Endowment For International Peace
Serblcine Speht Ree
Pierre’ Det Bani
Paris
League of Nations
League
Mulberry Bark Currency Tale Drawn From Kublai Khan Myth
A discussion of inflation and monetary policy references a legendary Mulberry Bark currency used by Kublai Khan. The piece argues modern inflationists are radical while recounting how the Mongol ruler issued bark notes to simulate coinage and control trade, noting his preference for gold.
Value of money tied to strong government, not mere bark
The piece traces money value from Kubla Khan's bark to modern gold, arguing government power dictates value. It notes ancient empires backed currency with force, while today perceived value hinges on gold and trust beyond congressional decree. It warns inflation advocates may struggle to persuade outside observers.
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Rubin Kahn
Kubla Khan
Congress
Roosevelt
Unprofitable Branch of Crime Seemingly Pays for Dillinger
A metropolitan daily recaps eleven kidnapping cases with stark sentences: one death, twelve life terms, multiple long prison terms, lynchings, and befits for accomplices. Despite harsh penalties, several suspects are still facing sentences or have been slain, prompting grim fascination with criminals like Dillinger and his gang.
Culture starts at home not abroad says 1934 column
A 1934 commentary argues that pursuit of culture abroad is misguided while culture and understanding should begin with one’s own country. It critiques travel to Europe for status, notes American resources, and lampoons social pretenses, graft, and politics with satirical remarks on civic life and conservatism.
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Europe
Pape
America
New York
Niagara Falls
Chicago
Pittsburgh
Washington
Los Angeles Clown Cafes Shine in 1934 City Life
A vivid portrait of early 1930s Los Angeles culture contrasts quirky clown cafes with cosmopolitan dining. The piece notes Vendome's Monte Carlo sommelier, portable phones at tables, informal dress in deluxe spots, and celebrity allure, while highlighting LA's sunlit lifestyle, varied residents, and shifting tastes as Californians debate east and west coast loyalties.
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OS Angeles
Los Angeles
Coney
New York
The
Vendome
Bernard
Monte Carlo
Hotel de Paris
Greta
Levy's
Goodfellow
Grotto
Just Folks and Riverside High School News
A short verse tale by Edgar A. Guest about Mrs Gott a lot of money and idle vanity. Riverside high school baccalaureate address will be given by Rev Fred E Miller at the Methodist church Sunday evening. Class members include Lara Wingler Velma Novy Maxine O Loughlin Eunice Craig Lloyd Herring Norbert Kephart Clifford Flynn Joseph Best. The commencement week ends with the class play Depend On Me at St Mary hall Friday evening.
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Riverside
Riverside High School
Fred E. Miller
Methodist Church
Lara Wingler
Velma Novy
Maxine O'Loughlin
Eunice Craig
Lloyd Herring
Norbert Kephart
Clifford Flynn
Joseph Best
St. Mary Hall
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