Creed of American Catholic Beliefs and Public School Support
A Catholic statement of faith asserts allegiance to Roman Catholic practice and church power limits, condemning state interference with religion while upholding church autonomy. It defends public education, parental choice for schooling, and noninterference in foreign affairs, and references a broad call for civic unity among Americans across faiths. The piece also mentions political party mobilization and local developments in Alabama and Birmingham, with national crime and prohibition notes.
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Congress
Crewda
Admiral Heflin Nominates Smith and Brother for Race
Admiral Tom Heflin nominates Smith and Brother, Christian evangelist Rob Jones likely to carry Alabama for him. The brief political item notes possible Alabama support and the election angle.
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Tom Heflin
Smith
Rob Jones
Opposition to Smith strongest in Connecticut and Alabama
Political observers note Connecticut and Alabama lead in opposition to Smith. Archie Carmichael says he will never vote Republican while he can still see a Confederate veteran with an empty sleeve. Hooversites may rethink before election day.
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Connecticut
Alabama
Smith
Archie Carmichael
Charm and the elusive art of charm in women
Meditations on female charm describe it as an intangible gift that sets one woman above others in love and admiration. The piece argues charm cannot be taught, unlike manners and grace, and must be born with a strong heart good humor and healthy spirit.
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Tan
Charen
Hoover Quakers, Religion and Persecution Amid Campaign
An admirer in the New York Times questions Hoover’s reference to Quaker persecution and religious liberty. The letter argues Protestants persecuted Quakers abroad, recalls 1866 Stephens speech, and notes anti-Catholic sentiment shaping 1930s politics. The piece critiques religious intolerance in national discourse and cites Brown of Alabama on party loyalty.
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South
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Alexander H. Stephens
Georgia
America
Chas. W. Brown
Alabams
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Brown
Prohibition and Pride Echo in Quoted Sayings
A collection of aphorisms on virtue, temptation, money, prejudice, and social change. The notes mock addiction and gullibility while contrasting hard work with drowning troubles. It also jokes about home, tolerance, and opposition to prohibition, reflecting a satirical voice.
Prohibition Enforcement Debate Shapes 1920 Campaign
The article argues Gov. Smith would enforce prohibition more vigorously as president than Hoover, noting his pledge to use all means to enforce the law. It contrasts Democratic and Republican positions, warns critics would push vigilance, and highlights the dry stance as a key campaign issue among voters and supporters.
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Hoover
Mitch
Smith
Anti-Saloon League
Coolidge
Armen
Resson
How It Feels to Fall From The New York Warté
Report on army aviators disproving myths about falling from planes. Parachute tests show speed limited by air resistance after about 118 miles per hour. Parachutists remain conscious for ten seconds before deploying chutes, confirming control and steadiness during free fall.
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New York
What It Takes to Keep Prohibition Alive in 13 States
Greenville Advocate argues against repeal of the 18th Amendment. It claims only thirteen states can block change, rejecting any chance of nationwide repeal. The piece labels the idea an iridescent dream and stresses the constitutional hurdle remains insurmountable for now.
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Greenville
He Won't Admit It Alexander City Outlook
Dr. Bob Jones mocks the local paper naming The Dothan Eagle The Buzzard. He notes the columnist learned to read from that newspaper in a playful aside.
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Alexander
City Outlook
Bob Jones
Dothan
Buzzard
Marvelous Escape Pench Celebrates 104th Birthday
A retired Chicago cab driver marked his 104th birthday, celebrated with humor about being bulletproof. The unusual nickname and long life highlight a remarkable Chicago figure amid local reminiscences.
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Escape Pench
Chicago
Bullet
Hartened Culprit Brings Lochinvar to Justice
Remtlian Homer Briggs proclaims the loss of his new car while Griges suggests filing a sheriffs report. The exchange reflects local tension as authorities weigh the alleged theft and Briggs seeks rapid resolution.
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Homer Briggs
The
Sherife
Where's the Boss in a Quirky Family Exchange
A playful dialogue scene shows Peach asking a visitor about a boss, a small boy chiding with a joke about wifet, and a Sonal Boy questioning who directs actions, hinting at family dynamics and role play.
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Peach
Song
Sonal Boy
Diver Recalls Ghostly Combat Beneath War Submarine
Chicago story reports deep sea diver Les A Borchart recounting a wartime encounter aboard a sunken German submarine. He describes finding three German officers upright inside a submerged wreck and a chilling moment as one officer’s body followed him through a vacuum as he escaped via the conning tower.
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Chicago
Les A. Borchart
Optimist Club
Borchart
Thad
Join Cops St Paul Cortland Hill Career as Royal Mounted Officer
Cortland T Hill 24 grandson of James J Hill considers joining the Royal North West Mounted Police. He would have to become a British subject. James J Hill born in Ontario came to the United States at 18. Walter Johnson is cleaning house at Newark. Waivers asked include Bill Lamar and Hugh McQuillan. Johnson has helped little. Walter will have a younger team next year.
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T. Hill
Empire Builder
Royal Northwest Mounted Police
James J. Hill
Ontario
United States
Walter Johnson
Shouse
Newark
Bill Lamar
Hugh McQuillan
Johnson
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