Free Press in Italy Under Mussolini Critique
In an Italian press critique, the piece notes a pattern of government orders restricting news from January to May. It accuses Italy of censorship and fear, cites foreign correspondents, and contrasts reports with rising fascist oppression. It argues the world’s demands differ from Mussolini's propaganda.
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Tallans
Mussolini
Manchester
Italy
Allence
Milton
Mden
Foreign Office
Hare
London
Eden
Bank of Italy
Naples
Rex
Mabraltar
Azores
Russia
Stalts
Agdl
J& Go
Vatican
Germany
Atay
Ptesta
al Smith
Mr. Smith
Spain
Editorial on martial law and state power in Pennsylvania
The New York World Telegraph editorial notes that civil government rights falter under martial rule as Pennsylvania's governor uses a modified form of martial law to quell the Johnstown strike. It warns that closing a steel plant and placing police actions under military authority signals how far military power can extend in labor disputes.
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New York World-Telegram
The
World Telegram
Pennsylvania
Berty
Earle
Sam
Johnstown
Martial law and its dangers loom in political debate
The piece warns that martial law, though a modified form, grants the governor broad power to override civil rights. It cites past governors in Pennsylvania Oklahoma Minnesota and others, noting risks to free speech and jury rights, with labor and violence as potential flashpoints. It emphasizes that habeas corpus and the Bill of Rights may be suspended under martial rule.
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Johnstown
Icohnatown
Pennsylvania
Earle
Imder
Olson
Minnesota
Bill Murray
Oklahoma
Jack Walton
Atle
Ku Klux Kilao
Pentry
West Virginia Coal Output Highlights 1935 Totals
The 1935 West Virginia coal report shows almost 100 million tons of bituminous coal produced, with McDowell county at 18,474,000 tons valued at 32,771,000 dollars. Logan Raleigh Fayette Marion Kane, Monongalia counties follow, and Ohio countys 2,000,000 tons for 9,000,000 dollars. Brooke county produced 1,062,000 tons.
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West Virginia
Pennsylvania
McDowell County
Logan
Raleigh
Fayette
Marion
Kanewha
Monongalia
Ohio
Brooke County
Wheeling News-Register
Noise and Fatigue From Office Work Studied
Clarksburg Exponent reports psychologist Dr Donald Laird of Colgate University studied the impact of noise on office workers. Findings show noise impairs hearing and instruction, reduces concentration, and increases fatigue and production costs. The piece contrasts Japan's factory hours and wages with American trends, noting potential industry pressures from noise and work conditions.
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Donald Laird
Colgate University
Clarksburg
Trained Observers Debate Worst as Heavyweight Battle Looms
Chicago June 22 reports from observers note a bleak heavyweight clash as Jimmy Beaddock, aged champion with a poor recent record, faces Joe Louis in a match seen as more punishing than competitive. Attendees question which fighter is worst, urging cancellation to spare fans.
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Chicago
Inl
Comiskey’s Ballyard
Jimmy Beaddock
Pugilista
Braddock Louis Fight Promoter Scene At Morrison Hotel
In a crowded Morrison hotel lobby on Madison Street Mike Jacobs promotes the Braddock Louis bout. The scene echoes 10 years past with spectators at oddities as Louis and Braddock trade blows in talk of future matches and potential titles. Kingfish Levinsky attends among curious reporters and boxing figures.
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Louis
Braddock
Vermont
Maine
Morrison Hotel
Gene Tunney
Jack Dempsey
Tex Rickard
Chicago
Madison Street
Mike Jacobs
New York
Kingfish Levinsky
Malloy Still Bemoaning Mike Malloy and a Dream Fight
The piece recounts Mike Malloy known as Mique Malloy chasing a dream of promoting a colossal arena and a fight with Primo Carnera in Chicago. It recalls Carnera’s betrayal, Malloy’s fall from lofty promises to hustler status, and the media circus around the planned bout as reporters gather from around the world.
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Malloy
Mike Malloy
Mique
New York
Primo Carnera
Tornise
Chicago
Primo
Michael
Carpenters' Hammers
Mique Malloy
Overseaa
Morrison
Baering Down On The News
An ironic opinion piece by Arthur Baer argues citizens must contribute to local welfare as a relief bill stalls in Congress. He likens past aid to family misfortune, urges self reliance, and mocks lawmakers for chasing cheap excuses and venting rather than action.
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Baering
Arthur “Boge Baer
Congress
Rmit
Time and Tide Depopulation Warning by Herbert Agar
A 1937 Gazette piece argues depopulation could be imminent unless trends reverse. It cites urban congestion as a key factor, notes cities like New York rely on rural birth rates, and warns that flat living harms fertility. Hogben urges space and social supports to sustain parenthood despite city life.
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Lancelot Hogben
London
Hogben
Iie
Questions And Answers From An Old Quiz Page
Readers are asked to answer at least seven of the listed questions including topics on Noahs Ark Minas Geraes geography and Saint Chrysostom. The page includes biographical notes on Fred Astaire, racial purity comments, and trivia about Wheaton colleges, sea shells, and insulators.
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Alnging
Otto Ludwig
Naiwne
Minas Geraes
St. Chrysostom
Scotland
Cisapatra
Adele
Stewart
U. S
National Mutauts
Wheaton Colleges
United States
Wheaton College
Norton
Mass
M. Wheaton
Wheaton
New York Cocktails and Criminal Gigs Probe Urban Socials
In New York City the cocktail party scene is critiqued as a social racket inviting pretenders and moochers, while genuine gatherings fade. The piece recalls memories of summer porches, and shifts to praise for science fiction’s rise among youths, noting authors and scientific accuracy. It closes with lyrical park imagery and a page turn to more on page 18.
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New York
King Brady
Frank Merriwell
Frank Treade, Jr
Nick Carter
John Talne
Eric Bell
California Institute of Technology
Ilay Long
Central Park
Pierre
Hampshire House
President’s weekend signals court showdown and party split
Daily Washington Merry-Go-Round reports a weekend gathering at Jefferson Islands as the president weighs strategy for the Supreme Court battle. It notes dissident Democrats, fear of a party split, and the president’s readiness to force a fight if Congress reopens in January. Justice McReynolds remains a solitary figure as the court adjourns.
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Washington
Congress
Jefferson Islands
Capitol Hi
Biscourt
Senate Judiciary Committee
Maury Maverick
San Antonio New Dealer
Pink
House
Uberals
Cime
Supreme Court
Roosevelt
Galhera
Senate
Chesapeake Bay
Democratic Party
Treer
Bost
al Staith
Jim Reed
Aroting
Wheeler
Montane van AR
Indiana
Burks
Nebraska
Bachelor McReynolds
James Clark
Moe Reynolds
Imost Pathetc
Waslington
McHeyounds
Angerson
Nister
Farnie
Keentucky
Tennessee
Justice McReynolds
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Tatler
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Attenton
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Los Angeles
San Francisco
San Frantisco
San
McIntyre
Rock Spring House
Grandpa
Martha Raye
Daily Washington Merry
Drew Pearson
Robert S.allen
Washington M
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Alvin J. Barnhest
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