Florida primary landslide reshapes national politics per poll tax repeal
In Washington on May 6 analysts dissect Florida results from the primary. They note the poll tax repeal likely added 40 000 to 50 000 voters, many of them new federal relief recipients, boosting Pepper’s position while Wilcox’s Palm Beach background hurts him. Analysts also downplay Townsend wage hour and reorganization bill impacts, and highlight naval stores as Florida’s key industry influence.
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Pepper
Mr. Pepper
Alabama
Harvard
Mr. Wilcox
Palm Beach
Roosevelt
Townsend
Wilcox
Indiana
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Caladay
Malaria and Economic Worries Face Roosevelt
The excerpt references malaria as a threat and notes concern over economic leadership. It mentions Henry Ford, President Roosevelt, and Roger Babson, highlighting anxieties about statistics guiding policy and business shifts.
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Henry Ford
Mr. Roosevelt
Roger Babson
Vague Charges Shake Local Election Debate
A columnist dismisses bribery claims in the race for So-and-So, arguing that payments are rare and accusing the accuser of weak reasoning. The note emphasizes skepticism toward allegations and portrays the critic as a peanut-head.
Beauty Spot in Delano Tose Garden Honors Mrs Almon
A Delano Tose garden beauty spot, tended for years by Mrs David C Almon, receives citywide appreciation for her careful and tireless efforts. The column recalls another beauty spot at Goodyear in Decatur Mills that inspired readers.
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Delano Tose Garden
David C. Almon
Almon
Luther Patrick and Dewey era views span a era in politics
The piece discusses Luther Patrick Birmingham congressman born in Morgan County and compares his career with the Dewey Manila campaign. It notes editorial views of Patrick’s appeal, strengths, doubts about his Washington record, and traces Dewey’s naval victory and national fame with praise and caution.
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Luther Patrick
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John Sparkman
Birmingham Age-Herald
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Forty Years Ago Victory at Manila News Stirred Nations
May 1 marked the 40th anniversary of Dewey’s fleet defeating Spain at Manila. The war, though a minor engagement by today’s standard, caused widespread alarm and speculation about hidden powers in the Spanish forces.
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Apartment planned at Grant Street and Sixth Avenue corner
From The Daily May 6 1926 work will begin soon on a new apartment building to be located on the corner of Grant Street and Sixth Avenue. Mrs T M Jones Jr and son left for Birmingham for medical treatment. Frank P Lide returned from a Nashville business trip. Missionary Societies district conference opened at Central Methodist church. Mr and Mrs J R Daniels to visit Bainbridge Georgia for the weekend. Aycock left for Birmingham for the week end.
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Mrs. J. R. Daniels
Bainbridge, Ga
Claude. Aycock
Insiders Note Dave Sholtz Surprise Vote In Florida Primary
The small No 3 vote for former Gov Dave Sholtz surprised insiders as Pepper and Roosevelt allies built support. Farley allegedly influenced northwest Florida with post office openings while neutrality concerns linger on fall elections.
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Wilcox
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Walter Winchell On Broadway and Comedy of Errors
Walter Winchell recalls Her Broadway era with stars from Keith and Proctor and Billy Rose, while gossip and crossfire of Hollywood and the press unfold. A blur of names, cases, and media jabs anchors a nostalgic column touching Beery, Simone Simon, G men, and a Sharply satirical note on journalism.
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Billy Rose
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Proctor
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God Bless
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Holtz
la Belle Hector
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Mem'ries
Pan Time
Loew's
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Retlaw Chellwin
Notes and jests from a New York Newsboy column mix
A collage of quotes and curios from New York commentary touching Henry Ford and the White House, judge chatter, liberal impeachments, an auction of celebrity art, and social fads. It riffs on public figures, media buzz, and regional humor with casual digressions and far-ranging names.
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Henry Ford
White House
Henry
Mike Casale
Mescofsky
Lou Holtz
Now & Southern
Oyez
Sarnoff
Federal Communications Commission
Retiring Governor Myers Disparages Government Workers
FCA official William L Myers retires and reflects on government workers noting two kinds of people with independent incomes and fools. He says I am a fool in a candid remark.
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William L Myers
FCA
Don t Be Frightened by High Blood Pressure
Dr Logan Clendening discusses normal blood pressure ranges across ages and the variability due to factors like exercise posture and temperature. He notes insurance tables may mislead and that many readings require multiple examinations to judge normalcy, with 25 of 100 high readings not fatal and some patients living long lives despite rises.
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M. D
Johns Hopkins Hospital
Coogan Hints Fatherhood Amid Accounting Suit
Friends of Jackie Coogan say he may become a father by year end. Coogan silent on the rumor as he fights a 4 million dollar accounting suit against his mother and stepfather. Betty Grable, his bride since last November, says Coogan is the family spokesman.
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Jackie
Betty Grable
Coogan
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