Mellon Era: Andrew Mellon as Postwar Republican Boss
In a profile of Andrew W. Mellon the piece portrays him as the dominant postwar Republican power. It asserts Mellon shaped fiscal policy to favor the wealthy, spurred inflation and stock speculation, and helped tilt the party toward plutocratic control. It notes his late career as ambassador and his view of a two‑tier America with “haves” and “have‑nots” fueling a broader political realignment through 1930s reforms.
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Jay Franklin Washington
Andrew WW Mellon
Pittsburgh
Hughes
Big Msiness
Hardyng
Conlidge
Bie 8
Herbert Hoover
Mello
Harding
Mr. Mellon
America
Mellon
Treasury
Alexander Hamilton
Mallatin
England
Hoover
Ogden Mills
Roosevelt
Merlon
Philadelphia
Thompson
Chicago
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Kansas City
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Melleny
Have
Congress
Popelar
Republican Party
Machine
Politi
Andrew W) Mellon
Amessements
West
Lurickie
Tremont
Lincoln
du Ponts
Morgans
Fords
Melions
Hamilton
Mark Han Nadni Boies Penrose
Cayright
Register and Tritune Syndicate
Debated Minimum Wage Reforms Across States and Industries
Readers reflect on proposed wage laws amid calls for a universal minimum wage. Arguments cite humane aims and risks of long hours, while supporters seek nationwide standards to address poverty and protect workers, though funding and enforcement remain debated.
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Hota
Exposing Rackets and a Police Suspect Sought
A former witness describes a racketeering scheme involving a contractor around 40 yearly acts of intimidation and payoffs. Police sought a key suspect linked to threats and bribes, with details of payments and coercion tied to a local milling trade and public access fears.
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Canal
Nak Baum
Frerybmy Jynes
Tvil
Aly
Ratsunine
Public Business Democracy Promised On Price Changes
The Standard Oil Company announces it will inform the public of the reasons behind any price changes in its products. The move aims to foster a business democracy and clear understanding between company actions and consumer welfare.
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Standard Oil Company of
Neydatsey
Rockefeller ‘“Trust
Hollywood Film Shop By Grady Johnson and Alexander Kahn
Hollywood wing star hobby notes reveal pilots and players pursuing quirky pastimes. Montgomery collects beds, Crawford knits and sings, O Subivan studies vocal coach advice, Chasey Grapewins builds furniture, Loy and Tracy pursue antique furnishings, while others work on singing, modeling, or painting amid a busy studio season.
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Alexander Kahn
United Press
Holly Wood
Luvie
Tiobirl Montgomery
Bedone
Tyan Crawfor
Erin Pantion
Alrediys
Efferty Tutve
Beile
Rei
Mireen O'Subivin
Arilee le Serurala
John McCormac
Chasey Grapewins
Chars Atler
Marquess
Shir
Amy
Iit
Myrna Loy
Tracy
Unclear Fragment Notes on Oil, War Voices and Shanghai Headline
Fragments reference Standard Oil, carmpelitors and prices, with phrases about rights to ways, costs, and octane. A Toronto headline cites U S Ware subjects to Quit Shanghai at Once. The text suggests public commentary on war and trade but lacks coherent events or dates.
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U. S
Shanghai
Toronto
Roosevelt Slippage Debate Weighs On 1942 Electorate
Washington column surveys postmaster general Pavley stance against Hamiltons claim Roosevelt has slipped with voters since last year’s election. It notes Democratic leaders largely agree with Farley and hints at Republican doubts, citing Sen. Couzens and anticipated shifts in party realignments by 1944. Also mentions a 18.6 mile tunnel at Pocomtas and a cabin worm statistic.
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Charles P. Stewart
Central Press
Washington
James A. Pavley
Chaiman
John D. Hamilten
Roosevelt
Farley
Hi. T
Fareley
Wiles Hamilon
Shem
Anh
OOPF
Rocyevalt
Twenty Years Ago In Union City Exemption Board Delays
August 31 1917 notes reveal 81 Corry men examined for the first WWI quota in Union City as crowds of 3000 gathered at the station blocking crossing. A A company drill at Cony Fair entertained locals while Eliza Raabhe and others visited Washington DC. Charlotte McKinney returned to Pittsburgh after vacation.
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Ighty
Corry
Union City Exemption Board
Crowns
Pennsylvania
Pennssylvania
Mpany A
Rick UN
Alig
Charlotte McKinney
Pittsburgh
East South Street
One-Minute Test Answers and Notes
Under secretary of the interior not specified in excerpt. The Washington Monument stands five hundred fifty five feet tall. Government is a republic with an elected president and assembly. Mrs Jeannette Farkhurst of B. D. near the fish hatchery is slowly recovering from a stake injury reported weeks ago.
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U.S. Department, of the Interior
Ohio
Jeannette Farkhurst
B. D
Constitution Convention Deputies Assemble in Philadelphia May 14 1787
Deputies gathered in Philadelphia at the state house where the Declaration was signed. The meeting was called for May 14 1787 but a member was absent until May 22. Early sessions saw serious conflicts between small and large state representatives.
Beavers Bark Not Herbs Beavers Diet Widely Studied
Scientists note beavers mainly eat tree bark rather than herbs or grasses. The observation updates prior beliefs about dietary preferences and supports understanding of beaver ecology and habitat impact.
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U. S
Puerto Rico
Paris Styles in Lanvin Collection Featured in Aug Début
Paris in an August display Jeanie Lanvin unveils Holdam silver fiber outfits with stitched quill detailing and autumn felt leaves. Daywear features wood-toned military air styling with brass button panels and contrasting hues. Evening wear includes quilted lame and black satin with fur trims, bold sleeves, and gold outlined leaves on collars and belts.
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Paris
Jeanie Lanvin
Peralan
Lami
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