Wage and Hour Debate Divides Nation in Era of Reform
A survey of press opinions on federal wage and hour laws contrasts the Boston Herald’s cautious, constructive stance with Detroit's Free Press’ warning of sectional strife. The commentary weighs the bill’s defects against its potential fairness and notes income figures and economic forecasts for recovery amid political friction.
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Boston Herald
Massachusetts
New England
New
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Pan of Pan dora’s box supply hoard shocks Hollywood
United Press star correspondent Grady Johnson reports on a Paramount set confiscation where Charles Magon, a property man, surrendered a drawer by drawer inventory of odd items used in production. The four drawers held coins, pins, brushes, rubber hands, makeup items, stamps, and film battle supplies. The bottom layer contained powder, envelopes, shipping tags, and metallic slugs for movie money.
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Hollywood
Charles Magon
Paramount
Curing Insanity and the Rise of Mental Health Care
The article notes mental illness is rising with population due to modern life stress and economic insecurity. Hospitals report more people seeking treatment than in the past, with hope that new methods will restore many. Alberta’s premier Aberhart faces political pressure amid discussions of penology and reform.
Dream Mill bill in Congress faces sharp denouncement
Washington dispatch reports a storm over a proposed national port purchase at Camp Springs Maryland. Roosevelt endorsed the land scheme, but critics called it a mis valued land grab and accused officials of favoritism and inflated prices. The House dropped the bill after intense exchanges among members and opponents predicted consequences for public land policy.
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Washington Y Dutcher
Scott
Natie
Rodne Washington
Congress
Roosevelt
White House
Washington
Camp Springs
Congressions Committee
Byron Scott
Stories in Stamps Wear-Torn Spain Honors U S Constitution
A 19th century stamped miniature sheet commemorates the 1809 to 1936 events tied to Spain and its republics. The text traces Alfonso XII, Queen Victoria, Zamora, Azana, and Franco amid exile, Cortes, secular education, land reform, church-state separation, and civil war. It notes a commemorative stamp and U.S. Constitution link.
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Spain
Alfonso XII
Victoria
Alfonso
Niceto Alcala Zaamora
Cortes
Zamora
Manuel Azana
Francisco Francom
Pobutrekront
Seipret
U.S
Spinel Stones in Varied Colors Across Rock Types
Spinel is a common mineral found in granular limestone with calcite and serpentine, also appearing as an accessory in various rocks. It occurs in many colors including red yellow green blue and black, sometimes transparent and well colored.
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B.gom
Twenty Years Ago From Journal Files June 20 1918
This item recalls events from June 20 1918 including the Board of Commerce meeting for Fourth of July celebration Captain W B Rogers injured in Washington an auto accident frost damage to local crops Hunter Darling from Medical Corps on leave bringing wounded soldiers to Buffalo Don Morrell promoted to Corporal draft trains passing Corry Murray and Taylor dissolve partnership Martin Casvily home on sick leave from base hospital Norfolk VA Master Grefin Damon mentioned.
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Secre Hunter Darling
Meedical Corps
Buffalo
New York City
Martin Casvily
Norfolk
Strange Local Tales Spark Curious Summer Mood
A quirky mix of oddities and scenes from a city and state appear, including a deer entering Adams Massachusetts and a bank run in a local town. A lemon from a New York tree draws laughter while a portrait eater’s claim is noted. Strikes at an eastern carpet factory stall as negotiations fail.
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Japan
Chicago
South
Adams
Mass
New York State
Connie Bennett
Patient at City Hospital Returns Home After Operation
A patient who underwent an operation at City Hospital is now at his home but remains confined to bed. The report notes continued recovery and restricted mobility as he recuperates away from the hospital setting.
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United States
Alphonse Royal
New Hampshire
Arthur B. Jenks
Roy
Manchester
Wadhims
Congress
Jenks
Thier
van Amazingte
Jénks-Arst
Ray
Newton
WN. H
Rave Ray
Jenk
Wen i
dJenks
Azdin
Paris Fashion Glitters With Sequin Embellished Gowns
Paris styles sparkle as sequins and paillettes dominate the summer season. Mrs Joseph P Kennedy and other socialites showcase embroidered white lace, gold and silver sequins, and dramatic accessories at high society events.
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Paris
Aosemary Kennedy
Ambassadeurs
Mme
Jean Latviere
Molyneux
Goya
Princesse Sixte de Bourbon Parme
He ‘Baroline Barggain
Wasps Plague Britain Across UK After Drought
Wasp nests swarm Britain as drought dries soil and food sources. Reports describe millions of nests spreading through parts of England and Wales, prompting fear of a widespread entomological outbreak and prompting neighbors to seal homes and seek remedies.
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Britain
London
Great Britain
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By Grady Johnson
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Delaware
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Russia
Germany
Holland
Hartz Mountains
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Secent
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Corry
Murray
Taylor
Bsiness
Grefin Damon
U. S
Keystone
Oleo Come
Saltpork
Pennsylvania Telephone Corporation
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