Vote buying by federal spending in New Deal era debated
The piece critiques using federal funds to influence elections since 1933. It cites $33.091 billion spent and loaned to states and territories and cites David Lawrence's analysis showing Roosevelt support rose with AAA payments. It warns about reliance on money to sway voters and contrasts effects in cities and farms.
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National Emergency Council
NEC
New Deal
David Lawrence
Washington
Saturday Evening Post
Lawrence
Solid South
Landon
Roosevelt
Politician Publishes Honest Offer to Opponent
Publisher Leslie Ryan of Rouses Point New York aims for state assembly. He offered free ad space in his paper to discuss campaign issues, saying the opponent could have as much advertising space as he uses himself.
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Leslie Ryan
Rouses Point
N. Y
State Assembly
New York Assembly
Ryan
Defense policy linked to private power buildout plans
Washington reports describe a revised defense program tying to business recovery, a private utilities driven billion dollar construction push. Officials expect early generation plants and power lines funded by hundreds of millions with RFC loan support, aimed at keeping power to defense centers and reviving heavy industries.
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Washington
Charles Edison
Navy
RFC
Hitler
Mussox
Critics take aim at New Deal power policy and defense links
The piece argues that large hydroelectric projects threaten private utilities and small, steam powered plants. It contends the defense logic favors centralized dams over dispersed plants and warns that RFC loans may not spur private investment. It also notes speculation about F D R seeking a third term and the precedent it would set.
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Lini
End war by removing its causes says 1938 copy
In a 1938 reflection the author argues warfare stems from unmet needs and brutal power politics. He urges nations to meet as neighbors, trade to alleviate poverty, and remove grievances rather than arm for destruction. He critiques propaganda, false progress, and uneven prosperity while warning of future wars if causes remain.
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America
Mississippi Valley
Alaska
New York Day by Day by Charles Driscoll
Commentary on public figures and observations in New York City. Notes include Wilfred Funk's scholarly effort for a new book, crowded Times Square noon Gospel meetings, and reflections on horse riding and care. The piece reads as a personal column with casual musings.
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New York
Charles Driscoll
Wilfred Funk
Times Square
Pat
Radio echoes and art lore from a 1938 column
A nostalgic column touches on Peary Crockerland debates and Frederick Cook, praises radio announcer Mark Hawley, and recalls Southernaires wedding anniversary. It profiles painter Lie and Norwegian-born Lbert Lee, cites LBERT Payson Terhune clipping, and notes Jersey Cattle Club’s New York spotlight. Ends with Rev. M W Darling tombstone quote.
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Peary
Frederick Cook
Mark Hawley
Lbert Payson
Terhune
Providence
O. O. McIntyre
Kenneth C. Beaton
McIntyre
Parachute Jumper Killed in Augusta Telegram to Father
A parachute jumper killed in Augusta Georgia had telegraphed his father that morning that he would quit barnstorming after the show. The note reveals his intent before the fatal stunt.
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Augusta
Flea farms supply food for ornamental fish in England
A new industry in England uses frozen fleas as fish food for tropical species. Fleas are kept in aspic like brown sugar, sold in six cent portions on fine gauze, and thawed in warm water to revive. The innovation stems from a discovery that fleas remain viable after freezing.
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London
England
Aspic
Auditorium Gymnasium Bid Notice Wyoming Iowa 1938
Sealed bids for an auditorium gymnasium school building in Wyoming Iowa are due October 29 1938 at 2 pm. Separate bids requested for General Plumbing Heating and Electrical work. Documents available from the secretary or architects Ralston and Ralston Waterloo Town for a $10 deposit refundable on return. The district may reject bids and waive informalities.
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Sept of Independent School District
Wyoming
Iowa
Ralston and
Ralston
Waterloo
Town
Iaws
Independent School District
Wycoming
Independent School District OF
E. N Stoffel
Ralph L. Orth
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Mae
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Smulekoff
Smulekoff’s
Cedar Rapids
Heerer
RCO
3Rd Ave
West End
Southernaires
Genevieve
Charlotte
Lie
New York World of Art
National Academy
Norway
Lee
O. O
K. C
Ohn Golden
Stout
George McManus
Golden
McManus
23Rd Street
Eighth
Ninth Avenues
Jersey Cattle Club
the Club
Oregon
M. W. Darling
J. N. Darling
Dr. Darling
Sioux City
Third Avenue S. W
Smulekoffs Karpen
Third Avenue Bridge
Sahara
C. R. Fuel CO
Ismulekoff
Third Avenue
Third Ave
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