Fragmented 1285 American political reform discourse
A jumble of historical political reflections, quotes, and comments from 1285 era sources including debates on tyranny, public offices, and the role of good men in government. Mentions speakers and a Birmingham Age-Herald quote, illustrating early American civic discourse and distrust of politicians.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oorgrene Fe
Byrne Xald
James Bryce
Amrican Commonwealth
Gon Gram
Birmingham Age-Herald
Tallahassee City Manager Plan Keeps City Finances Sound
The Tallahassee city manager system preserves fiscal health with a $300000 cash balance and $50000 in safe securities. Auditors report last year’s receipts of $444270.31 against expenditures of $444270.31, with taxes and utilities as major income sources. City officials credit civic cooperation and efficient spending for strong finances and high utility profits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tallahasage
Fig
Bee
Florida Timeetinion
Ient
Speaker Burns Reflects on Congress and Life at 99
The 99 year old Speaker Joseph Welling ton Burns, retired from a Tennessee law practice, reflects that Congress is a good place, praising its high-minded members despite occasional demagogy. He contrasts his view with John Sharp Williams's 1922 remark, noting the public mood leans toward Williams's harsher assessment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Joseph Wellington Burns
Tennessee
Congr
John Sharp Williams
Senate
United Sates
United Sates Congrean
Reapportionment Row Winds Through Alabama Politics
In John Temple's Birmingham Age-Herald column the debate over rep rationment resurfaces. He notes Bonnar's bill to merge the two chambers into one would On leav e 87 representatives and grid counties like Jefferson and Conecuh with unequal clout. He warns a constitutional amendment would be required and likely fail at a popular vote while urging North Alabama to press for action and accusing leaders of delay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Temple Graves
Birmingham
Anne
Hlavery
Gov. Graver
Walker
North Alabama
Thor
Palace Corner
Wo Jong
la Broadway
Arnie
Eddie
Steve
Jack
Alda
Batchelor's Buttons GHOWS BY W BATCHELOR
The fragmentary text riffs on social quirks and relationships in a satirical tone. It mentions a real mother and daughter, odd marriages, and contrasting attitudes toward dogs and stability, concluding with a brief joke about getting a divorce from wife and dog.
Washington Letter Buys Roosevelt's Campaign Spin
Washington letters describe Roosevelt reacting to opposition criticism over Taft veto history and the Wabb Kenyon liquor law ruling of 1918. The piece notes GOP fears of a stronger publicity manager, Borah’s presidential drift, and critiques of New Deal relief messaging. It mentions Admiral Peoples testimony and Glass refusing to shake hands with a New Deal advocate.
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Washington
Roosevelt
Taft
Congress
Tett
Supreme Court
New Deal
Mr. Tatt
Hinak
Wan
Mae
Schall
Cealer
Admiral Peoples
Thorn
Glass
Discretion Officer Now Telma On Strategy
The fragment discusses a terse view of combat strategy about continuing fire when ammo runs low. It mentions a Maryiend Catapult and a directive to keep firing, implying battlefield improvisation and improvisational weaponry in a chaotic engagement. The text lacks clear event details or identifiable persons beyond generic references.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Telma
Plane Talk Humor Lines Echo In Minds
A quirky snippet from a humorous AOS feature shows a speaker picturing another person constantly, admitting feeling small in their presence. The remark highlights playful vanity and memory in a lighthearted tone from a suffix of the publication.
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Aos
New York Letter on Boag’s Club Return and Opera Trends
New York writer Gil Boag returns to nightlife with plans to revive the Embassy Club as Cafe de VOpern in East Sevenths Street with eggplant and cream interiors. Jimmy Thompson backs Boag, linking past Palais Royal and The Rendezvous ventures, while Variety notes a shift in opera stars toward grace over sheer size. The piece also includes nightlife observations and an anecdotal restaurant tasting in the East Fifties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gil Boag
Boog
Jimmy Thompson
Palais Royal
Rendeavous
Boag
Gilda Gray
New York
Fortuna
Delinquent Juveniles and Modern Child Study
The Chattanooga Times editorial reflects on progress in the study of child psychology and delinquency. It notes advances since Dickens era workhouses, citing greater humanitarian concern and responsibility for care and rehabilitation, yet acknowledges remaining gaps in knowledge and action for delinquent youths.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dickens
Chattanooga Times
Vancouver Province Snoring and Email Change Woes
A light domestic note from the Vancouver Province describes Mrs A lamenting her husband's loud snoring and Mrs B noting her husband never misses his email changes. The item reads as a concise, humorous slice of household friction from the newspaper’s small notices.
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Vancouver
Air and Sunshine Health Guide From Dr Jagotzoldstein
Dr Jagotzoldstein discusses air and sunshine as health promoters. The National Tuberculosis Association emphasizes accurate public information and notes pioneers like Finsen and Tetlice. Caution is advised against excess exposure while promoting balanced use of sunlight and fresh air.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
MLB
Kreinschmitt
National Tuberculosis Association
Sinow
Hess
Finsen
Tetlice
Surante Lake
New York
Brown
Sampson
Kleinschmidt
Milner Calls for Respect for Cameraman Craft
Hollywood veteran Victor Milner, renowned for winning the Academy Award for Cleopatra, argues that cameramen deserve wider recognition beyond director and writer credits. He recalls a meeting proposing beards and long hair for cameramen and notes he opposed it, stressing photography as a great factor in film artistry.
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Hollywood
Victor’ Milner
Milner
Aléc Ran
Acree
Anya
Tom
Eetors
Sema Atery
Er Ap
Getresa
Talks to Parents by Mrs Peters Church
A column on parental delegation of duty critiques Mrs X for timidity and shifting discipline to the father. It argues firmness aids child development, warns that delaying punishment harms, and condemns separating parents from enforcing rules.
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Brooks Peters
Day in Congress Highlights Senate Amendment and House Bill Fight
Senate Natra votes on an AAA amendment while a lobby committee resumes hearings. House begins consideration of a liquor control bill amid poor file records. The piece notes filming insights from Etienne Chardet and anecdotes about Jane Withers on location, plus a native doctor and a scene with a ladder for a character peek.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate Natra
AAA
Lobby
Etienne Chardet
Ted Brench
Etienne
Sundown In By Mary Graan
Circulated text portrays a confusing scene with Willy Nilly and a dialogue about a missing family member. The fragment references a gub, Jupiter, Navi, and a pursuit across country roads, hinting at a family rescue or search and a framed exchange over a missing creature.
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Sundown
Mary Graan
Willy Nilly
Willy
Jupiter
Rip
Almont
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ASA
Ea ‘Greurk
Thomas Tatfarpon
Tallahassee
Dollara Trent
Tallahaasee
Haa
Batchelor
W. ©. Batchelor
Goone Te
Thia
Abe
Thera
Taving & Child
Armund
Ryn
Border Cities Star
Facl Mallon
Tennevelt
Tshat Huey Long
White House
Mr. Roosevelt
Huey
Jont Sufferlng
Borah
Idaho
Republica
Rimaelf
New York Letter
Aim
Suchas
Gladys Swarthout
Grece Moore
Lily Pons
Lucretia Bort
Helen Jepeon
Jane Froman
The
Radio
Ol- Vier
Parla
France
Havre
Paris
Frank
Berlin
Dr. Jagotzoldstein
Mr. X
Mia
X Com. Milled
HOUSE
Romanca
Earl Sent
Jane Withers
Carnage
Firat Wares
Raver
Aince
South Sea
Dick Thorpe
Ania Insomnia
Lael Elurenp
Ing Bmir
F Safle
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