Election Fever Haunts Nation Says Commentary by Jay Franklin
In a satirical survey of the impending election season the piece notes “election fever” gripping Americans from Newark to Vermont. It mocks party fervor, predicts shifts in public opinion, and warns that after votes are counted the winning side will shape national policy rather than the other way around.
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Money Flows Freely in North Center Street Politicking
A grainy editorial laments Republican money flowing to defeat Franklin Roosevelt amid mid 1930s economic distress. It condemns former backers who now oppose him as ungrateful, praising Roosevelt for steadiness while criticizing NRA and other wartime era policies as overreach. The piece urges voters to abandon past industrial allies and rally for Roosevelt’s re-election.
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Three democracies align on French franc devaluation
The article discusses Britain France and the United States coordinating to devalue the French franc as a World War II era financial move. It frames the decision as a rare, practical example of democracies acting together against rising dictatorship and economic threats, highlighting broad liberal support for liberty and cooperation among nations.
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Governor Earle backs hunger strike lobby rights in state debate
Governor George JH. Earle urged that hunger strikers and relief clients have a right to lobby as much as utilities, roads, or other groups. He argued about a million Pennsylvanians affected and said lawful assembly should be safeguarded while disorder is not allowed. Republicans and others push for fair access to state hearings at Harrisburg.
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Political shifts praised by Roosevelt and Earle
The piece argues for continued support of Governor Harley and a working majority in the State Senate to sustain the Square Deal agenda. It lauds Roosevelt and Earle as real champions of the common man, praising their mass-facing reforms as a new direction for federal and state government.
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Subdued Students on Campus Fashion Shift
A report from college campuses describes a stylistic change among male students this fall. Clothes appear more subdued and neat with fewer flamboyant items. Neckwear and shirts look sturdier, garters and hats reappearing, suggesting a broader internal shift in mood and social display.
Hollywood music on screen reshapes film
In Hollywood California on October 9 a music trend grows as classical works join cinema. Willam LeBaron of Paramount and conductor Leopold Stokowski showcase a 120 piece orchestra in The Big Broadcast of 1987, highlighting reach and mounting feasibility of orchestral scores on film.
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Paris Styles Paris Owl Pap to Feature In Winter Furs
Paris conturiers promote inexpensive daytime coats using pony and cow skin and goat to replace costlier furs. Ermine mink sable and silver fox retain desirability, but lower priced ponies and goats offer sleek, practical options with two main styles: fitted coats with high necks and nipped waists, and full swagger coats with broad-shouldered silhouettes.
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Major General Pennypacker Birth and Legacy
The Civil War’s youngest general, Galusha Pennypacker, was born in Valley Forge, Pennsylvania in 1842. He rose to colonel and brigadier general, later brevetted major general, with his birthplace later marking the Mansion House on the highway from Phoenixville to Valley Forge. He died October 1, 1906, and is memorialized at the National Cemetery in Philadelphia.
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One-Minute Test Answers and Personalities
The page lists Q and A for a quick quiz. It notes that 266 electoral votes are needed to win. It cites Sherlock Holmes as the famous Baker Street resident and mentions a basketball team with eight players. It includes a wrinkled quote on etiquette by Selden and a mis-typed horoscope.
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Twenty Years Ago From the Journal Files 1916
Local notes recount a county rural letter carriers meeting with speakers Postmasters McDonnell of Wattsburg Alcorn of Waterford and Colegrous of this city plus news of a grand opening tomorrow with large exhibit and entertainments. City registration shows Republicans 645 Democrats 449. Births include a child of Mr and Mrs Bachomer. Captain Dawson Olmsterd of the U S is ordered to Fort Bliss Texas. Keystone Construction finishes fricklaying on Pleasant Street paving. Charles Cronin of Chicago visits friends.
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Forest Park fish weigh two pounds in St Louis lake
Fishermen report two pound bass and other catches in Forest Park lake this year while permit rules and gear restrictions affect the season.
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Roosevelt Odds Rebound After London Report Error
A columnist concedes a late action caused misreadings and errors in reporting Droyd's odds against Roosevelt. The piece apologizes for a fallacious argument and acknowledges the incorrect portrayal from London, noting Roosevelt’s odds were not as stated.
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Harrisburg Gov Earle Resigns Over Motor Inspection Plan
Gov George H Earle announces resignation from Nov 1 to Jan 1 amid debate on a compulsory motor vehicle inspection period. The plan follows prior inspection efforts showing most vehicles failed safety standards and stresses that periodic inspections are necessary.
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Star Signals October 10 Horoscope Notes July Birthdates
Those born July 21 through August 21 see morning activity, afternoon puzzling, and evening seriousness. The day is mediocre. beware equestrian ventures. Mind over emotion advised for home or property in February 1937. Caution on accent fire instruments or rash actions December 1 through 17, 1837. Socially favorable for opposite-sex acquaintances December 25–27, 1988.
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