Gold Standard’s Purring Mascot Delights Washington Press
United Press reports from Washington on April 27 describe Treasury dog Timme known as Gold Standard snoozing in Secretary Morgenthau’s office while reporters probe for inflation remarks. Timme’s window gaze lightens mood as workers renovate the Treasury, replacing summer breaks with air conditioning in Civil War era rooms.
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United Press
Washington
Morgenthau
Timmie
UN Uder
U. S
Uig
Treasury
National defense bills described as defensive but costly
The navy bill of 460 million and the 400 million army bill, totaling almost a billion for war related aims, expand defense with 46 thousand army and 11 thousand navy additions. New ships include 44 replacements and 30 underway, plus light cruisers destroyers submarines and an aircraft carrier. Most new craft are defensive, protecting waters and ports, amid questions of interpretation and employment.
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House
Senate
Older Men Get a Break in Industrial Employment Trends
The article notes a shift in manufacturing where employers seek experienced workers ages 21 to 25 but find older men still in demand. It discusses training needs for new skills, prompting reliance on older, experienced foremen and the challenge of replacing retired or displaced workers.
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Biller Leey
Senatorial Rites and Privilege Stir Debates on Senate Speaking
A garbled historical discussion shifts to senatorial privilege and free speech. The piece notes resistance to reforms, cites Long era rhetoric, and laments blocking of debate while arguing for limits on executive and house powers amid calls for accountability.
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Thas
Dinartisan Srey
Merles
Permins
Nover
Senate
Grni
House
Louisiana
Lima Meade
Lloenau
Daly Alte
Durbod
Public Works Turns Into Steady Organization
The project transformed from a grand plan into a disciplined, businesslike entity and proceeded with the work, maintaining momentum and professional efficiency.
Tax proposal hints at richer tax for big earners
Washington reports discuss federal tax changes to raise rates on high incomes and broaden the base to include more middle and lower earners. Exemptions could be lowered so many tax free earners may owe small amounts, while overall burden shifts with rising debt.
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Washington
Publi Opin
Paris Styles Lingerie Offer At Maison Helene Yrandi
Paris April 27 The Maison Helene Yrandi showcases exquisite lingerie pieces described as light, satin, and cool for summer. The collection features tailored jackets and skirts, with elegant fabrics and finishing touches intended for sophisticated evening wear and day outfits.
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Paris
Maison Helene Yrandi
Lersey
Twenty Years Ago in Elgin Farm Burns and Local News
A lightning strike burned two large barns at Arthur Wetmore’s farm east of Elgin, destroying them. The Civic Improvement League outlined seed distribution with ward organizers. City officials prepared for spring road work and paving, while Mayor Patterson and City Solicitor Ersealt traveled to Harrisburg for hearings on city government legislation. A high school senior injured coach El Barlow with a shot put at the arling park. Local notices mention upcoming entertainment and fashion items as part of daily civic life.
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Arthu Wetmore
Elgin
Stanley Nichols
el Barlow
Arlying Park
Hollywood film spies invade Europe in Paramount intelligence plot
In a Hollywood era report, Franke Farley of Paramount leads a vast spy network across Europe and America to obtain early screen material. Operatives, including writers and publishers, relay plot synopses and manuscript details to fuel film production and protect studio interests.
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Townsend Club Rally Promotes Pension Plan in City
Clarence Brooks leads Townsend Club meeting urging immediate support for a nationwide pension scheme funded by mandated monthly pension spend, claiming mass unemployment and slow recovery require rapid action and broad backing from Congress and voters.
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Somone
Whrere
America
Townsend
Earl Clements
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Congress
Piplar
Amir Fea
Mintriet
Iba
88 year old Civil War veteran sees first movie
Samuel Holmes of Plymouth Massachusetts watched his first moving picture recently at age 88. The Civil War veteran described the experience as unusual for him at such an advanced age.
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Plymouth
Mass
Samuel Holmes
Holmes
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