Pacifism Dominates Western Reactions to Europe Crisis
In the western United States from San Francisco to Denver readers express the view that Great Britain sacrificed Czechoslovakia to Hitler, while Americans favor staying out of European war. Public sentiment blends pacifism with a wary hope that Britain and France will confront fascism, hoping a European conflict would revive western prosperity.
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Ballot secrecy and labor unrest in era of elections
The piece argues for ballot secrecy against coercion by bosses and condemns intimidation in labor and political campaigns. It cites the Constitution and calls for voters to express themselves in November, while contrasting peaceful democratic rights with threats and social pressure. It references WPA, primary contests, and historical parallels. A rail strike discussion follows, outlining potential national impact and mediation steps under the Railway Labor Act.
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Behind the Scenes in Washington by Willis Thornton
Willis Thornton reports on the National Economic Committee in Washington as it quietly broadens its scope. Subpoenaing banks and records, the panel gathers material for future hearings while prep work shapes a wider view of how business is run and how new laws may be kept in force.
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Rodney Duscher
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Where Popes Once Lived in France
Ancient Avignon on the Rhone became the papal seat in 1809 under Clement V and remained until 1376 Rome after the Babylonian exile. Clément VII and Benedict XIII also resided there. The papal see ruled Avignon 1348 to 1791. A grand palace was built over 30 years and ramparts with 19th century fortifications surround the city now owned by Avignon.
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Cousin Marriage Question Revisited in Early Medical Notes
From the Medical Society of Pennsylvania debate, views on first cousin marriages and offspring are discussed with historical examples. The piece cites Darwin and colonial-era unions to question prevailing fears, noting varied outcomes and stressing caution in interpreting hereditary claims.
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Fimeous
Malinaugh
Moses Washori
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Steek
The Fall of the Prop In Comedy and a Hockey Accident
Hollywood notes describe a shift away from stage props with stars like Benny and Hope relying on delivery. A separate report from Sydney covers a hockey match disrupted when a ground cavity collapsed, dropping a player into a hole.
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Africa Languages, Capetown Tally of 200+ in South Africa
A terse report notes Capetown area speaks over 200 languages while Nigeria surpasses 800. The Bible is translated into 218 languages and a resident named Mrs J Ho Conradle Wold is mentioned resting on a blue Sabbath day.
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Africa
Capetown
Bble
Big Bent
J. Ho Conradle Wold
Fragmented notes on old turtle find and scattered claims
An Arkansas turtle bearing 1844 carved on its shell is reported alongside various garbled items. Others reference Herman Goering, a Michigan anecdote about wives and int tongs, a garment workers wage clause, and a rubber band speed claim tied to a British racing driver.
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Arkansas
Michigan
Twenty Years Ago Journal Files September 22 1918
News notes from 1918 include Johnson arriving overseas with the 800th Aero Squadron and promoted to second lieutenant on General Pershing’s recommendation. Corporal Husola Groves dies in Warren County, Roy Lamb returns from camp near Jacksonville, and various military movements and training plans are reported. A Santa University campaign and a Christmas toy drive are also mentioned.
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