Giant Migrant Labor Wheel Across the Nation
The piece envisions 1.5 million migrant workers traveling a vast circular labor network spanning from Florida to Maine and from Canada to California. It portrays a nationwide, mobile workforce moving to harvest fruit, grain, oil, and lumber, supporting U S industries during a time of potential disaster.
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Florida
Blue Ridge Mountains
Pennsylvania
New York
Middle West
Canada
Texas
Migrant Labor Survey Hails Church Aid For Wandering Workers
A survey by the Interchurch World Movement finds about 25 percent of 1.5 million wandering laborers may be subnormal. In California 90 percent of 40,000 seasonal workers are unskilled and only 10 percent married. Normal family life is seen as impossible amid wage fluctuations and labor unrest. The report suggests churches and the Protestant cooperative movement could help ease migrant worker problems as the nationwide labor picture is reviewed.
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Interchurch World Movement
California
South
Uncle Sam
Inventor Demonstrates Acetylene-like Gas From Common Materials
Karnes shows a simple apparatus costing under 50 dollars to generate a high heat gas from calcium carbide baking soda and wood alcohol. The output flame melts metal unlike ordinary acetylene while leaving no dangerous residue and has no history of explosions in his demonstrations. He says lack of formal training aided his unconventional method.
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Karnes
New York
Prices and policy clash over wheat subsidy and market trends
Senator Gronna argues for withdrawing government stabilization claiming farmers gain otherwise while the wheat director warns abolition could drive prices below the guaranteed level. He notes the global exchange collapse wrecking U S export trade and questions Congress pledge to support farmers.
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Gronna
Congress
United States
Barnes Bays
Government guarantee debate on farming subsidies and pricing
The passage questions government guarantees appealing to 6 million farmers asking Congress about the repudiation of the national guarantee. It ties the policy to the supply and demand influence, noting an average premium of 30 seats per barrel as a benchmark.
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Congress
Kine Advocates Education Amid Radicalism Debate
Former district attorney Kine testified that education is needed and found no danger to the country from radicalism. He differed with the justice department over its anti radical campaign stating much is mere bank. New York attorney general Newton warned of 500 thousand radicals organized to overthrow the government and urged prompt action by Congress and the public.
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Kine
Eastern
Pennsylvania
Department of Justice
New York
Congress
Newton
Labor calls to organize 90,000,000 workers to elect congressmen
The editorial board of Labor urges 90,000,000 wage earners and farmers to organize now to elect a quota of congressmen, opposing lawyers bankers trust barons and mine operators. It seeks at least 200 workers and farmers in Congress and condemns private railroad ownership and anti union laws while urging bipartisan opposition in primaries. J A Kirkpatrick handles real estate and insurance at 4821 Carey Ave.
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H. H. Wills
the Brotherhoods
L. KE. Sheppard
Labor
Congress
Mexico
Railroad unions push for nationwide strike amid delays
Leaders of a major railroad union say they would strike independently if talks fail while other railroad groups may be drawn into action. They warn that workers in other departments could lose jobs if roadbeds deteriorate and shops falter as negotiations continue beyond the week. The dispute centers on a demand affecting some 300,000 workers across federally controlled lines.
Navy dirigible D-10 to aid vessel if line crossing fails
Navy report states that if a line crossing the ship cannot be completed, the D-10 airship will attempt to carry a line to the vessel to establish a tow or transfer line.
Aviator Bert Cole Returns to Flight After Crash
Casper Wyoming February 6 Bert Cole the aviator injured in an accident that killed his companion Miss Toohey has recovered enough to fly again His nerve and balance are intact and barely a scar marks his face He wasted no time getting the Oriole airworthy and flew over the city before resuming passenger service from the hangar
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Casper
Wyo
Bert Cole
Miss Toohey
Casper Visions of Smallpox Epidemic Reported
Casper health officials warn of smallpox exposure linked to two patients from Omaha circulating in the business district. Authorities apprehended the patients. exposure likely widespread among Gasperites. Vaccination within seven years urged for all residents to prevent spread.
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Casper
Wyo
Gasner
Omaha
State Board Visits Penitentiary Bandit after Escape
Members of the state board of charities and reforms visited the Rawlins penitentiary to interview William W. Carlisle the Union Pacific train bandit for the first time since his escape and recapture.
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State Board of Charities and Reforms
Rawlins
William W. Carlisle
Union Pacific
Newberry Campaign Finance Revelations Before Grand Jury
Grand jury testimony in a 1918 campaign finance case reveals Newberry men and 4341 others, with witnesses describing immunity waivers and voluntary statements. John M. Harris and Terry C. Corliss are cited, detailing salaries of 800 dollars and 75 dollars weekly plus expenses, while James R. Davis led a county tier campaign at 300 dollars a month.
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Grand Rapids
Newberry
Grand Jury
Michigan
C. R. Higbee
Charles S. Potts
Littleton
Charles F. Dailey
Potts and Higby
John M. Harris
Boyne City
Terry C. Corliss
State Board of Auditors
James R. Davis
Lansing
State Senate
Harris
Terry Corliss
Higg
Potts
King
James Davis
Rawlins Enacts Occupation Tax to Offset Revenue Loss
Rawlins Wyoming town council passes an ordinance to collect an occupational tax from all business establishments. Estimated to raise about $10,000 yearly, the levy aims to fill municipal revenue gaps after saloon closures.
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Rawlins
Rawlins, Wyo
Rawlins Town
For Sale Ad in State Leader Want Ad Column
Classified notice announces items for sale in the State Leader want ad column. Details likely include description of goods location and contact method for buyers.
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State Leader
Smith Family Alarmed by Million Strong Name Drive
New York reports the Smith College Fund Committee launches a campaign to rally the Smith family to donate one dollar each to perpetuate the college’s name. Across the nation researchers map Smith concentrations, with New York leading at five per thousand and Atlanta at seventeen per thousand, aiming to energize 12,000 alumnae to fund faculty salaries and dormitories.
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New York
Smith College
Northampton
Mass
Smith
Noah
Mt. Ar
Cambridge
Los Angeles
Cincinnati
New Orleans
Atlanta
Colle
Mrs Masaryk Aids War Victims In Czecho Slovakia
Mrs Thomas G Masaryk wife of the president is described as the first lady of Czecho Slovakia. She has devoted her time to aiding thousands of war victims in that nation and pleading their cause.
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Thomas G. Masaryk
Masaryk
Reput
Czecho- Slovakia
Inez Coal Mine to Become Big Producer
The Inez coal mine near Douglas is expanding with over 600 acres added and plans to extend development. A new shaft will be sunk and production target set at 500 tons daily by September, with electric power and enhanced safety measures planned.
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Casper
Wyo
Inez
Douglas
East Coast Gale to Subside for Seaboard
Weather bureau officials predicted relief for the eastern seaboard after days of severe storm. Surcease expected for most of New York sometime tomorrow.
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Washington
Weather Bureau
Eastern Seaboard
New York
Brakeman Fatally Injured at Sheridan Mine
Sheridan Wyoming February 6 Maur iee Zoutte 21 was instantly killed in the Dietz No 8 mine. The accident was unwitnessed and the exact cause is uncertain but it is believed he fell before a mine trip and was run over by the cages.
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Sheridan
Wyo
Mauriee Zoutte
Dietz No. 8
Daniels and Admiral Sims to Talk Again
Senate investigation of naval war decorations is extended to bring Rear Admiral Sims back before the committee. Secretary Daniels may be allowed to respond to Sims. Chairman Hale said Sims will appear likely next Tuesday to address Daniels charges. Daniels resumes testimony tomorrow with a view to concluding the sessions.
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Washington
Senate
Sims
Daniels
Admiral Sims
Hale
Piles Cured In 6 to 14 Days Druggists Promise Refund
Druggists guarantee PAZO OINTMENT cures itching bleeding or protruding piles in six to fourteen days or money back. It stops irritation soothes and heals and users may sleep better after the first application. Price 60 cents.
Dr Edwards Olive Tablets Promise Color and Buoyancy
A vintage health ad promotes Dr Edwards Olive Tablets as a plant-based calomel substitute. It claims yellow complexion relief, pink skin, bright eyes, and buoyancy by stimulating liver and bowels without harsh after effects. Boxes sell nationwide for 10 and 25 cents.
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Pacific
Gulf
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Maine
Orn
Paget
J. A. Kirkpatrick
Carey Ave
Railroad Administration
State Board
Martin Litltleton
Sessions
Hearngt
Smithio
T College
House of Representatives
America
G. K .Chesterton
Czecho-Slovakia
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