NRA gains cited in Plain Dealer on 1934 earnings rise
The Cleveland Plain Dealer argues that NRA cooperation boosted 1934 earnings across 342 industrial corporations by 29 percent, despite skeptics. It notes wage and material increases under NRA may have driven demand, while utilities and railroads lagged, and urges continued Recovery Administration amid ongoing growth and cautious optimism.
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Congress
NRA
Cleveland Plain Dealer
the Plain Dealer
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Jeremiahs
Has the Direct Primary Failed Weighs Criticism
The piece argues the direct primary has failed to improve public office quality, with officials no better than fifty years ago and political chicanery rising. The long ballot confuses voters as names are shifted to neutralize early list advantages, signaling a need for amendment.
Supreme Court gold clause rulings spark national impact
Washington headlines spotlight a pair of pivotal decisions. The Court, in a 5 to 4 ruling, shielded government power over currency value in the Baltimore and Ohio case while curbing its own authority in the Liberty Bond cases. The emphasis signals limits on congressional reach in monetary policy amid the broader recovery program.
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Supreme Court
Congress
Hughes
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
Supreme Court decision sparks market swing and Congress clash
The article analyzes a Supreme Court ruling limiting damages for a gold contract loss and its broad impact. It notes a temporary stock boom, varied editorials, and the balance of the justices. It details Congress friction over a work relief bill, NRA policy shifts, and looming enforcement of antitrust laws as inflation concerns grow. It also highlights industry optimism, including U S Steel’s $47 million plant expansion and sugar, auto sectors driving recovery. The piece ends with a lengthy Scout Jamboree eligibility outline and medical requirements for participants.
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Congress
Hughes
Supreme Court
McReynolds
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Washington Gate
Glass
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NRA
Roosevelt urges merit based first National Jamboree in DC
President Roosevelt recalls Scouting's 26th anniversary in inviting Boy Scouts of America to hold the first national jamboree in Washington from August 21 to 30. He emphasizes selection by merit, health, safety training, and camping experience, noting the 30,000-strong contingent will include leaders and that many will be funded by troops. Accommodations cap at 80,000, shaping selective admission.
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Ife
Boy Scouts of America
Washington
D. C
Roosevelt
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White House
America
Federal Reserve Report Indicates Trade Upturn Continues
The Federal Reserve Board reports a steady upturn in business with January and early February industrial production near the peak of the postwar period. Retail trade shows a continued rise, suggesting the nation may near normalcy if the economy stays on track. Construction lags due to union strife and wage disputes, dampening long term investment. The report notes higher overall activity means more jobs, but construction remains much weaker than a year ago, despite housing efforts.
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Reserve Board
Housing Administration
Lal
Federal court voids Section 7a ruling in Wierton Steel case
Federal Judge Nields ruled Section 7a unconstitutional in the Wierton Steel case, saying government control over manufacture would erode state sovereignty and that a company union is legal. He advocates a modern employer organization model based on mutual interest rather than old world power balance.
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Wierton Steel
Supreme Court
Relaxation Check by Dr. Pitkin in Rotarian Magazine
Dr. Walter B. Pitkin discusses a personal efficiency checklist in Rotarian Magazine to gauge relaxation. A high yes score suggests a fairly restful body and mind, while low scores signal need to reassess health sleep diet stress and work habits with questions about health sleepdiet energy use muscle relaxation ease of sharing responsibility and leaving daily problems at the office door.
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Walter B. Pitkin
Pitkin
Take It Easy Philosophy For Health And Happiness
A discussion lists questions on outdoor activity smoking rest habits and varied leisure as reflections of one's life philosophy. It argues a tense mindset causes illness while a restful philosophy aids health and happiness and urges preparing for a leisure rich modern world with a simple motto Take it easy.
Editorial notes on economic trends of 1935
Editorial observes rising federal bond highs and big capital outlays by Ford and U.S. Steel, with forecasts of durable goods needs. It cites Harbord on profits, Roosevelt’s work relief emphasis, and a strong January industrial upswing. Prices and agriculture align with industry, savings grow, hinting at a robust advance.
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Leonard Ayers
Cleveland
James D. Harbord
Radio Corporation of America
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Dole
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NRA
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Roosevelt
Housing Administration
Local people share weekend visits and greetings
John Dean of Baltimore spent the weekend with his parents near town. Mrs. Wescott Porter visited her daughter in Philadelphia. Mr. and Mrs. J Olin Porter hosted Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Benjamin of Port Deposit. Fred Flounders and family visited near Baltimore. Helen Saulsbury marked her tenth birthday with fifteen friends. Mrs. Jewel Fezmeyer of Centreville stayed a week with sister Mrs. Walter Mitchell. Charles Kline and Olin Porter made a Baltimore business trip. Mrs. Ronald Lane, previously ill, shows improvement.
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Roy Archer
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Arthur Benjamin
Port Deposit
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Jewel Fezmeyer
Centreville
Walter Mitchell
Charles Kline
Olin Porter
Ronald Lane
Salisbury Company
Baltimore Chesapeake and Atlantic Road
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Cambridge
Murlock
Alex Noble
Preston
W. W. Howeth
Edward Noble
Miss Andrews
Linchester
Caroline County
Norman R. Smithers
Howard Mills
Grover Porter
Denton
McHale
Easton
King’s Creek
Talbot County
Goldsborough
Turner
Talbot
Porter
Mr. Truitt
Wicomico County
St. John’s College
Annapolis
Maryland
Methodist Protestant Church
Washington
Charles Lewis
Alma Wright
Benjamin Burton Truitt
Edna Truitt
First Church
J. M. Sheridan
The
F. T. Tagg
Methodist Protestant
Thomas CO
East Providence, R. L
No worse crime than launching im mortal souls
A stark remark denouncing neglect of youth training for usefulness and immortality. The speaker laments failing to shape minds and moral character, urging reform and responsibility toward future generations.
Silo discount offer from Denton mail ad
A Denton Maryland mail advertisement invites readers to save twenty to fifty dollars on new and used silos. It asks interested individuals to write to BOX 129 on 3 9 for more details.
Weekday Chronicles From a Family Home Journal
A family's humorous week chronicles daily events at home with neighbors and relatives. Lina receives a letter from her sister-in-law visiting Florida while others discuss odd happenings, work worries, and a funeral scare involving Uncle Ames.
Adams Cross Roads Birthday Dinner for Miss Lillie Adams
Mr and Mrs Earl Adams hosted a turkey dinner Saturday afternoon for Miss Lillie Adams birthday with Rev Parker and family, Hubbard Neal Adams Walter Adams Lee Adams Horsey Jones Wright and others. Lillie visited sister C R Neal last week and Minnie Adams of Wilmington was a weekend guest. Sunday School and preaching at Bloomery Sunday afternoon.
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Lillie
Parker
W. S. Hubbard
C. R. Neal
Edmond
Walter Adams
Lee Adams
Pauline
Cambridge
Grace Horsey
Virginia and
Paul
Bill Jones
Joy Lee
Glenna Wright
E. W. Adams
Reba
Lillie Adams
Charles Johnson
Federalsburg
Minnie Adams
Wilmington
Bloomery
No, The wilderness journey did not undo God’s promise
The excerpt contrasts Lord Chesterfield’s maxim with a Christian Science Monitor reflection on Israel’s forty years in the wilderness. It notes the long wanderings did not diminish the promised land nor its abundance, preserving faith amid delay.
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Israel
God
Christian Science Monitor
For Sale Clover Hay At Denton Farm By Alex MacWilliams
About 16 tons of good clover hay offered from a barn at the farm near town. Advertiser Alex MacWilliams lists 118 Second Street, Denton Maryland, as contact and location.
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My Farm
Alex Macwilliams
Second St
Denton, Md
All Men About the Four Seas Are Brothers
Mey Ling and Ben clash over teasing then reconcile in a shop setting. Ben buys Mey Ling’s monkey to make amends, while Mey Ling forgives and shares a hopeful note about school. The scene ends with Mey Ling singing of global brotherhood.
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Mey Ling
Ben
Quotations on happiness and contentment from Sidney and Zimmerman
A compact collection of two aphorisms: Sir Philip Sidney on good food for sound thinkers and companionship with noble thoughts, and Zimmerman on happiness arising from contentment rather than abundance.
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