Roosevelt faces potential anti New Deal Congress in 1936
Washington Letter notes a likely re election of Roosevelt amid a Congress with possible anti New Deal sentiment. It cites stronger Republican presence in Congress, opposition from conservative Democrats, and hurdles to New Deal policies in a tougher second term environment. The piece discusses holding company act battles, canal projects, and shifting political dynamics affecting Roosevelt's agenda.
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Senate
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Hin Pet Holding Company
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Jast Eeaston
Intererx
Electric Power
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Holding Company Act
George W. Norris
Nebraska
Edward P. Contigan
Farce of the Printed Word and Public Opinion
A long-winded critique notes that the printed word rarely moves public opinion as expected and warns against overestimating its power. It contrasts writers and editors, mocks publishing figures, and recalls a local editor’s recent front-page experiment while highlighting the ongoing toll of traffic deaths.
Ban Marijuana At Once Urges City Ordinance Passage
Nashville Banner reports Davidson County officials push for immediate city ordinance banning possession or sale of marijuana amid rising use among youths and the poor. Narcotics investigator Karl Rowell urges civic groups to back stricter laws and a statewide narcotic act, framing the drug as a global menace and calling for rapid action.
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Davidson County
Ibn Price
Karl A. Rowell
Ghdler Farms
Dtuxe
Aubatantiel
Bae
Talks To Parents By Brooke Peters Church
Public acknowledgment recounts a couple planning a quiet engagement and wedding amid parental concerns. An essay on marriage emphasizes its societal significance, responsibility, and the forging of a new family unit. A separate column recalls a humorous tale about goldfish, a clothes line, and a journalist's reader interaction.
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Brooke Peters Church
Molly X
Molly
Lyto
LE Marciage
Yang
Athens
George Pipgess
Gtacker
Yankes Pligher
Foldtian
H. H. Bryan
Atlanta
George Pipgras
Unem
England
Canada
America
Vyoura
Mtr. Bryan
Kafian Fomk
New York Letter on Gen Pershing and Society Giants
A New York letter sketches General John J. Pershing among window shoppers and club life, recounting a Fort Sam Houston anecdote with two soldiers, a Sing Sing inmate’s electric chair experience, and varied breakfasts of notable figures. It mentions Arthur J. Burke, Edmund Breese, Lucius Beebe, Aylesworth, and Woollcott, plus art appraisers and a Naval of Oklahoma context.
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New York
New York Strade
Joan J. Pervb
Gen. Pershing
Charles Mr. Behwab
John H. Finley
Max Steur
Albert Einstein
Bia
Park Avenue
Fort Sam Houston
Perghing
Edmund Breese
Lucius Beebe
Braham
Deas Aylesworth
Strangier Lewin
Dy Trencheman
Bob Davis
Farm Bureau Praises Steagall Work in 1936 Letter
A 1936 letter from the American Farm Bureau Federation praising Hon. Henry B. Steagall M C acknowledges his illness and recovery. It notes his record supporting farmers and urges return to Congress. Signed by Edw A O Neal, president, from Washington on April 7, 1936.
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Farm Bureau Mead
Steagall
Henry B. Steagall
M. C
Washington, D.C
Congressman Steagall
Eneus
Washington
Aadend
Farm Bureaus Federation
Alabama
Congress
American Farm Bureau Federation
A. O'Neal
Washinton
de Thy
Hoover Expected to Weigh Potential 1928 Run Amid Silence
Article notes Herbert Hoover's tentative return to public life after two years of quiet. It highlights speculation on his candidacy, his role as party leader, and his stance against high taxes and government interference, with comment from The Associated Press and remarks by former secretary James Jortin.
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Présil
la Palo Alto
Herbert
New Deal
Policien
Them Jortin
Mysterious encounter at Madame Chowdhury’s masquerade
Dirk and Isabel attend a rain soaked party at Madame Chowdhury’s. Elinor’s news about Gage Seymour unsettles Rupert, while Natalie's social rounds continue. Dirk notices a shadowy figure at Lowrie Wood as the party winds down, hinting at further intrigue.
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Phedly
Isabel
Freddy
Taobel
Madame Chowdhury
Natalia
Laurel
Emile Uer Onger
Dirk
Madama
Natatie
Maranne
Igabel
Bnew
Wardy
Inabel
Natalie
Elinor
Gage Seymour
Rupert
Madame Chowdurry
Don
Taabel
Lincoln official calls for hillbilly band on every playground
James Licht Lincoln playground director told conference delegates that Nebraska needs a hillbilly band on every playground. His plan requires willing people in each town rather than professional musicians or instruments, with harmony as the key.
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Lincoln, Neb
James Licht
Lincoln Playground
Nebranks
Lys
Sober 100 TVA officer survives Georgia road crash
AP report describes Hoyt Zilen secretary of the Chat Reserve Officers Association, living in North Georgia, who avoided a collision when his car twisted on Monte Gap road. He escaped unharmed, with a horse and riders seen nearby. authorities say he was later relocated to Fort Oglethorpe after the incident.
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Hoyt Zilen
TVA
Chat Reserve Officers Association
Meonte Gap
North Georgia
Pr. Zilen
Dover
Biter
Nome Place
Chattanooga
Mr. Zilen
Fort Oglethorpe
Karpis Named Cleveland Assistant in April Case
The brief report notes Karpis’s designation in Cleveland on an April day involving warrants and charges linked to a robbery. Six men, including Harry Campbell, were reportedly held, while attorney Erle Bail helped secure bail set at 224,000 dollars.
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U. 5
Frank Weideman
Harry Campbell
Aftiaavite
Ag. Erle
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