We the People: Tax policy and Roosevelts reforms debated
Washington columnist Jay Franklin argues that Republicans under Arthur Vandenberg use taxation as a tool to protect wealth, labeling capital gains as income tax loopholes. He contends the 1930s revenue debates aimed to shield the rich, while the Treasury benefited from public credit and stimulus.
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Washington
Arthur Vandenberg
Michigan
Congress
Roosevelt
Alexander Hamilton
Harrison& Byrnes
Wall Street
Brass Tacks
Ciulticnillionaires
Marcet
WinWest
Storks
Britain
U. S
J. P. Morgan
Reid
Delacr
Spense
Pat Murrison
Exploiting Labor Critique From Democratic Candidate Kennedy
Lieut. Governor Thomas Kennedy, a Democratic gubernatorial hopeful, is accused of mercenary rhetoric over mine workers pay. The author argues high wages for Labor leaders reveal exploitation not by employers but by insiders, urging Pennsylvania citizens to demand better control of state affairs. The piece questions ongoing political and economic strains and calls for relief.
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Thomas Kennedy
United Mine Workers
Tabor
Big Adifress
Lewis
Inter
Pennsylvania
Commonwealth
Mayor Hepler Appeals to Children Over Property Rights
In Tulay issue Mayor Piahk E Hepler urges children to stop trampling neighbors lawns and shrubbery, citing damage to property and time spent by owners and gardeners. The appeal targets the First Church of Christ Scientist on Park Street and reflects broad community concern about property respect and beautification costs. A final note touches on the debate over high vs low prices depending on buying or selling.
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Piahk E. Hepler
Tulay
First Church of Christ, Scientist
Park Street
Get It Settled On Daylight Saving Time Debate
A divided community faces daylight saving time debate with little public support or opposition among the broad population. Proponents push for change while many stay indifferent, and critics label the term evolution as unsuitable.
Shoe's On Other Foot In Pennsylvania Political War
Charles J. Margiotti denounces Governor Earle plan to install a new attorney general to supersede Dauphin County in an inquiry into administration irregularities. He recalls prior threats of a grand jury probe during Warren Earle’s term, calling for a fair impartial investigation. Thomas Mann is quoted on libel’s rebirth and rising price.
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Pennsylvania
Charles J. Margiotti
Earle
Sypersede
Dauphin County
Margiotti
Behind the Scenes in Washington by Rodney Washington
News column notes amused reaction in Washington to reports the German embassy would skip the New York World's Fair over finances and perceived Jewish influence. Also profiles Securities Exchange Commissioner John W Hanes, his Wall Street links, reform zeal, and hints of political ambition amid Conservative opposition to New Deal spending programs.
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Rodney Washington
State Department
New York
Washington
Hitler
Ickes
Germany
Securities Exchange
John W. Hanes
Wall Street
Hanes
Joe Kennedy
Mire
Jesse Jones
New Deal
Ibig
Wintson-Salem
J. C
Parker
Ole
Wall
North Carolina
Prince Franz Joseph and Liechtenstein Indoors Light on History
Fragmented text describes Liechtenstein joining with Swiss and German realms, noting Prince Franz Joseph overseeing the domain from a high castle, a Paris Vienna express claim, and questions of Nazi influence. It references independence prior to 1918, a diet system, lack of an army, and Switzerland as a closest neighbor amid World War era confusion.
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Greater Germany
Switzerhind
Muler
Prince Franz Joseph
Franz T of
Luehlenstein
Frits Joseph
Franz 1
Austrw
Vianem
Lers
Priner
Liechtenstein
Switzerland
Billion-Dollar Government Lottery Proposal Sparks Debate
Representative Al Trod NW Phillips has launched a bid for a one billion dollar government lottery. The proposal seeks federal funding and outlines a Treasury sourced mechanism to raise funds with a stated target of one billion dollars. Details remain uncertain as lawmakers weigh feasibility and economic impact.
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al Trod
Phillips
Color flying cameras bring Meri WLR Wings to life
May 2 report on Hollywood color film production detailing three heavy color cameras mounted on planes for aerial shooting over Southern California. Filming for Paramount's Meri WLR Wings is supervised by Dike Greene with Charles Marshall and William Cline operating cameras.
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Hollywood
California
Dike Greene
Greene
Charles Marshall
William Cline
Paramount
Marshall Ad Cline
Atudio
Uhiy Ia
Molore
Wright Brothers
English Bulldog Symbol of Grit and Tenacity
English bulldog regarded as symbol of grit, courage, endurance. Known for unbounded ferocity when aroused, slow to anger, little sense of humor. Widely recognized as the rational dog of Great Britain.
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Great
Britain
Meanitz of Term Jeune Fille and the French chaperone term
Discussion of the French phrase jeune fille and its nuances. It notes the term roughly means a young woman under careful supervision, while acknowledging it is not a precise translation. The text contrasts social expectations with other related terms used to convey similar ideas.
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France
New Brazilian Envoy Presents Credentials at White House
Mario de Pixmentel Branco, Brazil’s ambassador, visited the White House to present his credentials to President Biden, depicted in formal diplomatic regalia during the ceremony.
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United States
Mario de Pixmentel
Bran
Dao
Ambassa
Dor
Brail
White House
Fashion notes on blouses styles from Paris columns
Paris styles in May discuss blouse trends from lace and embroidery to sheer nets and chiffons. Highlights include Valentino and Lanvin influences, tailored black blouses, and the popular Sarah silk varieties in dark prints. Describes lace effects and new sleeve silhouettes.
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Paris
Pavia
Ani
Cl Fel
Harps and Chips in a Mutable News Fray
A fragmentary clipping chronicles quirky headlines and stray reflections from a chaotic page. It mentions a doctor’s odd claim about robotic minds, a blackbird pecking paint on cars, and references to Harvard drama and Potato Chip Week, all mingled with garbled text and nonsensical phrases.
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Harvard
Cleveland
Twenty Years Ago From the Journal Files May 2 1918
A force of twenty to thirty men is said to be inventorying property for the Pennsylvania Gas company. Amherst student Walter Ying has joined tank service and will train in Gettysburg. William J. Wheeler dies at 73. Archibald Keote travels to Bradford for business, plans return to Corry to recuperate. Milizabeth Lyons obituary note, Lieutenant Ralph B. Mecorr mentioned. Henry Ross goes to Gear Lake for gear purchases. Bray Austin buys a team for work around the city.
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Pennsylvania Gas Company
Walthee Ying
Amherst College
Hai
Gestice and
Wirt
Bast Binscunt
Gettysburg
William J. Wheeler
Bradford
Corry
Garden notes on crops and culinary herbs
A vignette of home garden ideas lists sowing every five weeks for continuous corn, sage and other herbs for beauty and flavor, Savoy cabbage for immediate use, broccoli and green curds, modern stringless beans, and compatibility of vegetables with markets and salads.
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