Money for the Navy
The piece argues the navy has been generously funded and well treated by taxpayers. It lists annual naval spending from 1917 to 1923, showing the United States consistently spent more than Britain or other powers, and questions claims of a weak Navy. It notes naval spending surpassed army outlays since 1920 and questions who is at fault for any perceived poor condition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Navy
Department of Government
Navy Department
Great Britain
United States
France
Italy
Japan
Tax Legislation and Its Political Implications
Legislative debate centers on Congress ability to enact tax laws with a focus on lowering rates. Voters can respond in the fall elections if they oppose the measure. The compromise bill aims for lower taxes, risking a temporary deficit but potentially curbing future overspending and prompting budget discipline.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
House
Senate Conference Committee
The Circus’s Call Through Generations In Vermont Memory
President Coolidge recalls his grandfather riding 65 miles to a circus in Vermont. His father chased circuses within a day’s travel, and the son also shares the family passion. The piece notes early memories in Ludlow and Rutland and praises the circus as quintessential American entertainment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
President Coolidge
Vermont
Ludlow Vt
Washington, D. C
Adam Forepaugh
Barnum
Barnum & Bailey Circus
Rutland
Archeologist Claims Helen of Troy Real Person
An archaeologist asserts Helen of Troy was a real figure, noting the long Greek siege and the famous war may center on a woman. The remark questions the idea of myth versus history in ancient legends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helen of Troy
Surgeon Removes Appendix at Sea
A surgeon aboard a vessel performs an emergency appendectomy at sea. The operation is described as swift and successful with the patient reported in stable condition.
No Drought in Kansas A Tale of Conservation and Growth
The piece recounts Foster Dwight Coburn urging Kansans to disregard drought worries. It notes Kansas once labeled arid by a U S Agriculture secretary, yet the state has expanded forests from five percent to about ten percent of land through voluntary planting and seed efforts, highlighting broader prosperity and resource stewardship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas
Foster Dwight Coburn
State Board of Agriculture
United States Secretary of Agriculure
Money Circulating Despite Gloomy Opinions
A financial writer notes bank clearings show continued money movement. For four months ending April 30, country clearings reached 142 billion, up from 137 billion last year, a 4 percent rise. April and May data indicate ongoing activity with steady gains, suggesting no boom but no downturn either.
France's Herriot Plans Ruhr Exit After Dawes Plan
The radical French government under Edward Herriot aims to leave the Ruhr region once the Dawes reparation program begins. The move follows Poincaré's defeat and reflects a belief that Germany will meet France halfway on payments. If accepted, France could reduce military costs and taxes while restoring economic activity.
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France
Edward Herriot
Poincare
Ruhr
Germany
Herriot
Committee of Experts
Respect for Life in Capital Punishment Juror Resistance
A New York murder case shows 97 of 250 jurors excused for opposing capital punishment, reflecting nationwide hesitation to vote for death. The piece notes Americans’ theoretical support but reluctance in practice and questions why life is valued in juries yet not in other public arenas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Americans chase big money in opera and boxing
Americans cheer immense ticket sums for Boito’s Nerone in Milan and compare to box office prices for a champion fight. A New York critic muses on art appreciation, noting the highest opera price was paid by an American. The piece ponders national enthusiasm for sport, politics, and culture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boito
Milan
New York
Special Town Meeting On Dance Hall Licensing Tomorrow
A special town meeting slated for tomorrow will decide whether to grant licenses to build and operate ballrooms on the state road. The gathering follows a two week delay after a fire cut power and telephone service at the Brad Shaw store building and prompts to close a long standing dance hall project by Grace Farnsworth of Framingham. The meeting will also consider a veterans community building project and a circulating petition, with residents and promoters awaiting the outcome and any outsiders impact on town policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bradshaw Store
State Road
Grace Farnsworth
Framingham
Charles Way
Maynard Arts and Crafts and Home Economics Exhibits Planned
Maynard stores stay open Thursday evening this week. An Arts and Crafts exhibit by public school children will be at Cooperative Hall on June 4 from 2 30 to 4 30 PM and 7 to 9 PM under Miss Etta Graves drawing supervisor. A Home economics display by the childrens clubs will also be at Cooperative Hall Thursday evening. Grange members met Tuesday at Odd Fellows hall to hear Atty John E Rice of Marlboro lecture on Porto Rico, its climate industries people vegetation and government. A social followed with a large attendance and much applause.
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Maynard
Cooperative Hall
Etta Graves
Childrens Clubs
Maynard Grange
Odd Fellows Hall
Porto Rico
Atty John E Rice
Marlboro
Island
Mr. Rice
Anarchic Phrases and Names Mix in Witty Snippets
A collage of quips and lines riffs on society and culture. The fragment lists reflections on aging, fashion, travel, optimism, and social life. It mentions actors Robert Frazer Robert Edeson Joseph Swickard Monti Collins Gino Corrado and Edgar Norton among others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Frazer
Rober Edeson
Joseph Swickard
Amog
Monti Collins
Gino Corrado
Edgar Norton
Concord Dick Loftus Nets National Fame in Baseball
The Brooklyn scouting find Dick Loftus of Concord Massachusetts has dazzled fans with elite center field play in St Louis. He made a trio of spectacular catches including a left center grab and a shoe string catch in dead center. A diving tumbling effort to catch a Tex ae leaguer resulted in a facial injury and broken glasses, yet he returned to drive a go ahead double. Loftus, batting .315 over fourteen games, has yet to commit an error and draws praise from Brooklyn manager Robinson as a potential top outfielder of his generation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dick Loftus
Baseball News
St. Louis
Brooklyn
Concord Mass
Bernie Niles
Loftus
Tris Speaker
St Louis
Gonzales
Robinson
Elinor Glyn Says Three Weeks Is Coming To Screen
Elinor Glyn in New York confirms the film version of her novel Three Weeks is being shot by Goldwyn and will premiere at Riverside Theatre June 2 to 4. She oversaw costumes and titles, promises sincere, sacrifice driven romance and authentic depiction on screen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elinor Glyn
New York
London
Goldwyn Studios
Los Angeles
Alan Crosland
Riverside Theatre
America
England
Miss A. M. Straw of Bedford in Washington Visit
Bedford. Miss A. M. Straw is in Washington DC for several days staying at the Grace Dodge Hotel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. M. Straw
Bedford, Mass
Washington, DC
Grace Dodge Hotel
NEW NEGRI FILM AT PEOPLE'S THEATRE
Pola Negri stars in a lavish Paramount production shown at People's Theatre Monday and Tuesday. The tale set in France follows a hot blooded Marseilles waitress rising to fame, echoing her Passion era roles with strong, sensual drama.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
People's Theatre
Pola Negri
Paramount
People’s Theatre
France
Pola
Marseilles
Atty Rice Rehabilitates Boy Pleading for Probation Aid
Edgar Reneault a 17 year old appeared in Superior Court on a breaking and entering charge. Atty John E Rice requested one month to place Reneault in care on a farm with meals milk and work. The court granted the request and Rice noted smoking cessation church attendance and a visible improvement. He urged Hudson appoint a probation officer to aid wayward youths.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atty Rice
Hudson
Runaway Brook Golf Club Hosts Memorial Day Tournament
The Runaway Brook Golf Club holds its second Memorial Day tournament at Bolton links. Secretary Newell Felton mailed notices for a medal play in two divisions starting in the morning with prizes for best nine holes and best net scores. Division splits are based on handicaps. A committee led by Everett Cuneo and Charlie Manning will run the event, with dances and refreshments announced as part of the festivities.
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Runaway Brook
Links
Bolton
Newell Felton
Everett Cuneo
Charlie I Manning
Wirdsen
Mere Mant
Pb Howard
Wil’r Oiss Winkett
Cantom
Alert Taambert
Gey Chol
Hudson Will Dev
Clare Af
Redrestiy Mane
Taelidin Hainata
Man Falls From Roof. Dies Not Mets Yet
Percy M Daley of Cottage street fell from a Franklin street house roof while laying shingles. He landed on a cement driveway and struck the back of his head after slipping. Dr Treme F Armstrong treated him. no bones were broken but multiple bruises and possible concussion noted. Mrs Daley took him home.
Dorchester Couple Visited Gleasondale Over Weekend
Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Cary of Dorchester were visitors in Gleasondale over the weekend, enjoying local scenes and hospitality.
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Ernest Cary
Dorchester
Hudson Rotary Hosts GAR Veteran at Weekly Dinner
Louis Seymour Marlboro the oldest member of the Hudson GAR post attended the weekly meeting and dinner. Rob Marshall real estate dealer sold a two to house at 85 Washington. Michael Kontogianes buys a home and plans improvements. Boy scouts will meet at the armory tonight. Edward Laughlin visited Worcester yesterday. Frank Holt returned home from a visit with his parents on Washington Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louis Seymour
GAR Post of
Hudson
Rob Marshall
Washington
Michael Kontogianes
Frank Holt
Washington Street
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Sudbury
Acton
Bedford
Call OF the
Mexico
Atty. Rice
Lou
Haral
NEU. Twat
Corfu
Stuart MacLaren
Amtecht
and Stellen B.lowe
Gleasondale
Boy Scouts
Edward Laughlin
Worcester
Dopse Brotherd
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