Thoughtful musings drive wary view of European crisis
The piece weighs the threat of fascist intervention in Spain and possible Italian and German actions against Britain and France. It also reflects on the Russian North Pole expedition, noting scientific aims, propaganda concerns, and the pole dispute with Peary. It contrasts feasibility with risk for transcontinental polar air routes and questions propaganda’s impact on science.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Pole
Milwaukee Journal
Pole
Alberia
Moscow
San Francisco
Levanevaky
Admiral Peary
Peary
National Geographic Society
Federal action urged on wages and hours in inter state trade
President Roosevelt urged Congress to pass minimum wage and maximum hour laws for interstate commerce industries while pushing states to act where federal reach ends. He argued private initiative fails without machinery to agree and bind cheaters, and warned local businesses cannot be touched yet government should go as far as the Constitution allows.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uncle Sam
Roosevelt
Congress
Hix
Fairmont Times
Nine Old Men Dictate Tax Policy in Roosevelt Era
The piece argues that federal immunity from income tax favors top officials and labor unions while the administration remains reluctant to challenge the Supreme Court rulings. It claims exemptions protect presidents, senators, judges, and federal workers across states with income taxes and questions the reach of tax enforcement amid political power, unions, and elite insiders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevelt
Congress
Washington
New York State
Supreme Court
Treasury
Biz
Ong
Readers' Forum Letter on City Franchise Vote
F C Grott writes to urge basing council votes on facts rather than appearances. He argues the May 24 charter rate for franchise privileges is too low, cites transportation efficiency and current fares, and says philanthropic motives are inappropriate given the city's finances. He asks readers to study the small print and clarify reasons behind actions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Council Chamber
F.C. Grott
New York Sleep Habits Bring Celebrities to Stay Free
In New York City, famous figures like George M. Cohan and Edward G. Robinson sought rest in hotels near Times Square. The piece drolly notes Gotham sleep patterns, citing socialites such as Fanny Hurst and Tallulah Bankhead, plus actors Douglas Fairbanks and Rex Beach, who endure the city’s noise to nap between fame-filled engagements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Manhattan
George M. Cohan
Times Square
Rex Beach
Ardaley
Connecticut
Hartford
Haan Nodder
Ash
Doctors warn overblown gall bladder fears
Dr. Gibbs criticizes scare tactics by some surgeons who urge immediate operation for acute gall bladder inflammation. Mayo Clinic data show lower perforation rates than sensational claims. Readers urged to work with surgeons after the acute phase passes, not rush into surgery. Editor notes offer Clendening pamphlets for 10 cents each with self addressed envelopes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adrian Gibbs
American College of Physicians
Ina Acries
Mayo Clinic
Gibbs
Clendening
Br. Logan Clendening
Questions and Answers Quiz From Old Paper
A long reader quiz lists questions on ancient cities presidents and grammar with partial answers. Topics include Ur location, George Cattermole, Rhine metals, meaning of varsity, Lincoln era, Maundy Thursday, Vermont nicknames, last Democrat before FDR, Chicago site fort, and LSU location. Also queries on Greek Latin roots, V S initials, skyscraper height limits, a Pennsylvania dish poor mans liver and onions, largest cemetery, origin of vaudeville, Monroe Doctrine expansion, and love birds grief behavior.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Cattermole
Rhine
Abraham
Einocolm
Vermont
Noame
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Chicago
Louldana State University
V. S
Anny Veterinary Service
Pennsylvania
United States
Pine Lawn
Long Island
Boston
Mass
TB. F. Keith
Ifan
United States Senate
Japan
Terrtory
Stapealens Bay
Calfornia
Washington Moves to Fortify Ties With Soviet Russia
Daily Washington Merry-Go-Round reports possible moves to strengthen US Soviet relations as cabinet members grow restive over current policy. It notes Russia's debt, stalled trade, and feared shifts in state department posture, alongside coverage of Basque refugee admissions, German Jewish refugees, and Basque foster care plans. Also mentions maritime regulation, La Follette investigations into Ford, Winant’s Geneva role, and reforms in IRS and social security administration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Russia
State Department
U. S
Palltich
Far East
Ramin
Maryryote
Frank Mi
Kotemor
Michigan
Bilban
Tala Department
Plana
Tha .Foster
Jn Elaver
Pete
Interstate Commerce Commission
Meritime Commission
ICC
LaFolletta
Bob LaFollettas
Ford Organization
LaFollette
Ford Motor
Winant —Jhift
Texas
John G. Winant
Social Security Board
Geneva
International Labor Office
New Hampshire
Geneve
Landon
Winant
London
Internal Revenue
Guy Helvering
Buresa
Social, Security Board
Banco
Down On The News By Amber Boge
A fragmentary satirical column critiques budget politics and Roosevelt spending plans. It references congressional strife, economic worries, and a large 1938 budget figure, noting public concern over fiscal policy and the distribution of funds. The text is garbled but conveys a skeptical tone about government spending and economic relief.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Independent Democratic
Daily Gazette Company
West Virginia
Mall Daily
Associated Press
Representatives
Geo B David Co
East 42Nd
Wrigley Building
Charleston
W. Va
H. Word
Europe
Italy
Germany
France
Mavidg Wade
Sopa
Ford
Ashe
England
Mediterranean
Mussolini
Panta
John Bull
Spain
Uct
America
Seamonds
Huntington Water Company
Huntington
Huntington Herald-Dispa
Association of American Rail Roads
UK Zame
Chamber of Commerce
Parkersburg
Pittsburgh
Post Office Department
Pennsylvania-Central Airlines
Parkeraburg Nowa
Westbrook
Peglex
The
Rocky
H. A. Holl
Charleston, W. Ve
Gexter
Hve
Deyten Dally Hews
McIntyre
Frank Suivan
Charles
Marc Connelly
Sullivan
Parfelt
Joseph Kergesheimer
Evelyn Laye
Clifton Webb
Ina Claire
Fanny Marlonoff
Fanny Hurst
Carl van Veehten
Lawrence Tibbetts
James Forbes
Jock Whitneys
Fredric March
Brock Pembertons
Tallulah Bankhead
Noel Coward
Gertrude Lawrence
Alexander Woollcatt
Walter Chrysler, Jr
Lst
Harry Evans
Scribblera
Old Life
Hollywood
Frederick E. Guest
Douglas Fairbanks
Don Juan
Milwaukee
Jean
Doug
Waldorf
Fairbanks
Corkea-Hoop
Ashine
Edward G. Robinson
Logan Clendening
A. D. Anther
Iuman
Picass
Fea
Daily Washington Merry-Go-Round
Drew Kesxan
Robert
Allex
Washington Merry
Capitol
Amber
Cancree
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!