Naming the foundations and trusts in public life
In a Washington column Jay Franklin argues reforms rename trusts with terms like associations and institutes but notes these groups mirror old power structures. He advocates "foundation" as a dignified label, citing Carnegie, Rockefeller, and Sloan foundations while warning labels rarely ensure better substance.
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Jay Franklin
Washington, D. C
Tom
Tristeeship
Getter
NRA
Tron
Steel
Tisitute
Holion Institute
Witch
N. TB. Ly
Ania
Institute 19 & Fifte
Vienna
de Freud
Camnegie I Foundation
Rockefeller Fourthstion
Alfred P. Sloan Foundation
Foundation
Internal Revenue
Duhn I. Lewis
Jol L. Lewis
Frank Hague
Tom Girdler
Abraham Lincoln
Republic
Register
Tribune
Deficiency judgments spark debate on installment selling
Governor Murphy and the President discussed curbing sharp practices in installment financing. Some lenders seize collateral when payments are incomplete and then sue for the balance after devaluing the asset. Critics call deficiency judgments wrong in principle and practice, urging definite mortgage terms and fair risk on lenders and borrowers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Guv
Frank Murphy
Michigan
Man Made Drugs Replacing Nature’s Remedies
The article discusses synthetic local anesthetics and other drugs created by chemists, noting cocaine’s natural origin but highlighting dangers, and praising synthetic alternatives like butynyl derivatives. It explains how modern chemistry enables safer, non habit forming options and mentions related pharmacology pamphlets and editor’s note.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Logan Alendening
Novocaine
Karl Koller
Natoré
Vegetable Kingdom
Japan purrs on China terms and open door policy
The article analyzes Japan push for peace terms with China, demanding indemnities and an economic pact while praising open door rhetoric. It notes Premier Konoye’s claim that Japan will respect occupied areas and invite foreign cultural and economic cooperation, yet suggests fear of Russian intervention behind the softened stance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
China
Kindust
Germany
Konoye
Japan
United States
Tokyo
Road builders eye highways as progress even in tough times
Col Willard T Chevalier, retiring head of the American Road Builders Association, cautions that many doubt the road program while Americans rely on autos and face closures for new construction. He questions whether the push for funding will fail amid broad support for better roads.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willard T. Chevalier
American Road Builders Association
Unis
Washington
Hollywood Alm Shop Marvels at Historical Onscreen Roles
Hollywood Alm Shop reports that a man resembling a famous historical figure may soon appear on screen in Cecil B. DeMille projects like The Buccaneers. Joe Figli notes actors such as McGlynn may portray Lincoln and Napoleon briefly for modest daily wages, with legends like Washington and Cleopatra commonly flashed on screen, while 1938 holidays and Depression-era concerns frame the commentary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Holilaswood
Holywood
Joe Figli
Cecil B. Dé Mile
Abraham Ligrdl
Delt
Prane McGlynn
Fed
Dollye Madison
Andrew Jackson
Claiborne
Louisiana
Bea
Hudson Bay Company
Gettyshiing
Eniccaneer
Wells Fargo
Kigi
Robert ©. Lees
General Dranta
George Washingtons
Napoleons
Franz Josef
Egil
Lingoty
Grant
Napoleon
Marie Antoimette
Cassar
Cleopatra
George
Washington
Buffalo Bill
Theodore Roosevelt
Shakespeare
P.T. Barham
Briglant
Alars
Stewart Says Stew-art Says Inter Departmental Espionage Inquiry
Central Press columnist Charles P. Stewart surveys Capitol Hill reaction to the Senate public lands inquiry into Interior official Hibert Burlew and the Walder case. He notes alleged wire tapping and secret police rumors across federal agencies, including White House, Treasury, Post Office, and War Navy departments amid New Deal tensions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles P. Stewart
Central Press
Washington, D. C
Cross
Capitol Hill
Congress
Senate Puble Saints Committee
Hibert
Burlew
Interior Department
Siltceer
Theodore A. Wal‘er
Interior Sec
Harold Lu. Tokes
Investigatoria Comps
Lovis B. Glavis
Ickes
Hils
Secret Service
White House
Glavis
Liglh Ap
Uncle Pari
Justice
Ganen
Treasury Department
Navy
Atscheit N
Exemption Rules for Married Couples and Dependents in Tax Year
Tax guidance outlines exemptions and credits for married couples who wed during the tax year. It details personal exemptions of 2500 and dependent credits, with adjustments for changes in status, joint returns, and partial months. It clarifies how credits are allocated when marriage occurs midyear and how the credits affect normal and surtax calculations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mimi
Ball
Te Hower & Family
EfOwevie
Vithee
Public relief and wild range plans noted in midcentury reports
Surveys show 57 percent of Newark direct relief recipients cannot meet work requirements in private industry. Interior Department outlines planned ranges across 142 million acres with wildlife like antelope and elk. U.S. cement and dog food market figures cited, plus scattered garbled notes on Portland cement pricing and a slew of unreadable items.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newark City
U. S
Department of the Interior
Taken from Journal Files 1918 Deaths and Notes
William Postlethwait former city treasurer dies at Hay Rest Cure after several days as a patient. Letters from Linendell sons John and Will serving in the US Navy. Pennsylvania line car robbery found west of the city with canned goods. Mrs Ayo Mackres earns diploma at Buffalo General Hospital. James Hracken visits Erie friends.
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Wiliam
Linendell
John
Will
United States Navy
Corry
Naval Service
Pennsylvania
Ayo Mackres
Buffalo General Hospital
New U S ambassador to Britain and other quiz items
Quick grab bag of trivia questions covering the new U S ambassador to Great Britain the source of the Virgin Islands the general who led Custer at Little Big Horn etiquette tips and a playful horoscope prompt designed for a young reader
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U.S
Great Britain
Senete' Custer
Paris Styles for Travel Wear and Coats in Fashion Issue
Paris fashion notes highlight travel outfits and coats. Duchess of Windsor and Aina Berga showcase capes, beavers, and long wool coats for travel and cinema. Camel hair and velour pieces feature bold sleeks and swagger cuts. Fashion tips emphasize smart coverall coats and durable fabrics for winter wear.
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Paris
Pavia
Duchess of Winsor
Caimes
Deaveral
Wilmrik Dhe
Beaver
Aina Berga
Uniatis
Asiwell
Alro Ls
Ufc
Nevin
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Scott Scra
Eanes
Uns
Scomt
Othe
Ing Stee
Ouleerins
Wieriente
Gustin
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Ling
Clendening
Etonal
Lumina
Medinal
Clondening
Bill. Tink
Hollywood Alm Shop
Teading
Teothapa
Stewart
OGPI
Elven
Pinmenta
Miragement Arts Empendi
Burts Dome
Porbland
Journal Files
Nere
Frank
James Hracken
Erie
Joseph P. Kennedy
U.S. Maritime Commission
Bee AW. Biligham
Denmark
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