Local Residents Host Guests Across Towns
Alfred L Fry of Beattie Washing 2 visits sister Mrs O F Msiu loch on Seventh avenue West. Tom Williamson and wife of Athens spend weekend with Mr and Mrs B A Turner on Johnston Street. Mrs Charlies E Sittason and children travel to Centralia Illinois to visit her sister.
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Alfred L. Fry
Beattie, Washing 2
O. F. Msiu'loch
Seventh Avenue
West
Tom Williamson
Athens
B. A. Turner
Johnston Street
Charlies E. Sittason
Centralia
Ill
Modern home upgrades at lifetime-low price sparks mood shift
A home improvement opportunity offers the lowest lifelong price. The note mentions Odd McIntyre's column appearing recently in a weekly paper.
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Odd McIntyre
County Fair Promises Agricultural and Manufactured Goods Display
A county fair is planned for this fall featuring displays of agricultural products and locally made manufactured goods. organizers invite residents to showcase crops, livestock, crafts, and regional specialties, with judging and prizes announced during the event.
National Cotton Week Opens with Market Gains
National Cotton Week began Monday as the cotton market rose several points. The commentary notes a buoyant start and suggests a future of continued activity if the week’s mood persists.
Burgoo King Reclaims Derby Dominance at Preakness
Burgoo King failed to impress in the Derby but then surged to a swift Preakness victory a week later, reclaiming his reputation as a top thoroughbred.
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Burgoo King
Congress Likely Adjourns With Large Deficit
The Congress may adjourn with a continued large deficit and an empty treasury as lawmakers fear tax increases could affect the November election outcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress of the
United States
Treasury
May sunshine spurs county farms and gardens warnings
A mild winter leaves farmers wary of pests this summer as insufficient cold weather failed to curb infestations. Growers in the county must increase care and monitoring to protect crops and gardens.
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May
Garner Blasts Hoover On Talks And Fears
Speaker Garner denounces President Hoover for six months of talks and promises. He says Hoover's rhetoric has increased fears and timidity, noting talks do not put money in circulation or raise agricultural prices.
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Garner
House of Representatives
Hoover
Entertainers face thin margins after Montgomery game loss
The Montgomery ball park hosted invited guests for public entertainment but a disappointing outcome arose as the home team lost 20 to 104. The management hoped to win over visiting fans, yet the result may dampen expected turnout.
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Ao Ball Park
Montgomery
Treasury grants insufficient aid to veterans certificates
The passage claims the republican administration under Hoover cannot provide funds to pay adjusted service certificates. It argues Congress and the President have plenty of money for appropriations yet fail to allocate for veterans indebted to holders of these certificates.
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Treasury
Hoover
Congress
Imak
Montgomery Schools Face Pay Crisis and Budget Strains
The Montgomery Advertiser reports that teachers were offered half pay for a term as board of education mulled how to fund schools amid declining state revenues. Public deliberations urged using available funds to sustain schools until exhausted and then closing them, stressing no villain exists and urging a living wage while money lasts.
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Montgomery County
Board of Education
Ers
Board of Revenue
Montgomery
Alabama
Advertiser
United States
Ninesmonth
Montgomery Advertiser
The Dead and the Half Dead at 60 Wall Street
Arthur Brisbane discusses democratic ideals and punishment in a 1932 King Features column. The piece reflects on modern governance and social order as seen from an urban financial setting.
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Wall St
King Features Syndicate, Inc
Arthur Brisbane
Lindbergh Case Ends With Pursuit of Punishment
President Hoover pledges renewed effort by federal agencies to pursue justice in the Lindbergh kidnapping and murder case. The piece contrasts harsh actions against money crimes with stronger penalties for crimes against people, while noting a birthday gathering for Henry L. Doherty and remarks on prominent figures in politics business and media.
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Hoover
Debt tax zeal and European insults in modern times
A columnist contrasts U S tax plans capping earnings at 75000 with 80 percent tax on excess income and unlimited corporate deductions, mocks German limits of 12000 marks, and notes Alfonso of Spain facing an attack after landing in Marseille, praising his courage and acceptance of democracy.
Mrs O H M P Belmont Stricken by Paralysis Illness
Word comes of the serious illness of Mrs O H M P Belmont who has suffered an attack of paralysis. Many women who do not know it have reason to hope for her prompt recovery and long life. In her prime she possessed unlimited money and opportunity for wellness.
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O. HM. P. Belmont
Young People at Communion Service
The Y. P. 8. S. attended the Whitsunday communion nearly unanimously with five counsellors present. After a breakfast at the parish house, they gathered for the church school. Miss Ellen Hildreth organized the meal with help from the youths and counsellors.
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Whitsunday
Ellen Hildreth
Harold Hildreth
T. H. Matetocks
J. L. Bibb
Thomas J Hodson
Peter M. Dennis
Captain Robert Dollar Dies At 87 In California
Sara-fael California obituary reports Captain Robert Dollar, veteran shipper and lumberman, died at his home after a two week illness.
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Sarafael
Calif
Robert Dollar
Women’s suffrage fight cited as lasting drive and hope
The text honors the enduring energy of votes for women advocates and notes concurrent global feats. It highlights Lou Reichers’s ocean voyage from Newark to Paris, aiming for 17 hours across 3500 miles, and reflects on how travel times may shrink to under 12 hours. It ends with a call to seize daily opportunities.
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Atlantic Ocean
Lou P. Reichers
Arlington
N. J
Newark
Paris
Grapefruit and Soda Treatment for Colds
Dr Mackenzie endorses grapefruit juice and baking soda as an alkaline cure for influenza and colds. The regime includes heavy grapefruit juice intake, frequent dosing of sodium bicarbonate, water for hydration, and no food for several days. Claimed results cite rapid symptom relief and reduced pneumonia risk.
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Logan Clendening
M. D
William M. Mackenzie
United
States Public Health Service
Wheeler fuels Roosevelt bid with Montana clout
News from the firing line notes Senator Burton K. Wheeler of Montana backed Governor Roosevelt in North Dakota primaries. Wheeler, a radical figure in Washington, is praised for effective campaigning and feared for his aggressive, if unfinesed, methods. North Dakota allies him as a strong Democratic prospect for November.
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Burton K. Wheeler
Montana
Franklin D. Roosevelt
North Dakota
Murray
Wheeler
Washington
Fiorello H. la Guardia
New York
Brookhart
Orphanage Keeps Doors Open Amid Church Charity Drive
In Mobile Alabama the orphanage remains crowded as Episcopal Church women continue service work without pay. They aim to keep children sheltered while upholding the gospel call to help the little ones.
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Mobile
Ala
Episcopal Church
Jesus
Prosperity theme and daily life quips echo in light verse
A collage of witty lines on adapting to better days and social jest. Jokes about marriage insanity and bridge party etiquette mix with playful observations on fashion, dentistry, and everyday manners, reflecting a humorous snapshot of era banter.
Speak Your Love Before He Sleeps
Poem urging readers to tell a loved one their praise and affection now before death. It warns that a tombstone cannot read tribute, and emphasizes timely words of appreciation over waiting for a funeral oration. The verse urges immediate expression of affection and acknowledgment.
Old Songs Fearful Of Dying Says Noted Musician
A noted musician fears that old songs may die but believes they endure as many singers attempt to erase them. The tale roles in Patty Lou and Ralph, two three year olds who enjoy a pink haircut request at the barber shop.
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Patty Lou
Ralph
Barber
Ralphie
Stout Matron Plans Home Paint in Greens
A colorful note describes calling decorators for a dining room in Nile living room in jade bedroom in emerald and a library in greens. The speaker jokes that the doctor advised reducing by sticking to greens.
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Nile
Jade
Emerald
Interest Returns Light Up Readers Fortunes
A witty note on how timely interest fuels gains and optimism, implying money or opportunity arriving. The line playfully contrasts dull finance with the thrill of new returns and personal prospects.
Hocking Preaches Abundant Life Sermon at St John’s
At St John’s Episcopal Church the Whitsunday sermon was delivered by Prof H J Hocking. He urged recognizing true values over false ones to attain the abundant life, saying Jesus Christ revealed a loving Father and that placing real things first leads to life more abundant.
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Whitsunday
St. John’s Episcopal Church
J. Hocking
Professor Hocking
Jesus Christ
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