Democracy demands persuasion not commands, says Roosevelt analysis
The piece contrasts democratic leadership with dictatorship, noting Roosevelt urging governors to ratify a child labor amendment while lacking power to force action. It argues dictators can order policy, but democracies must persuade, and highlights England’s cautious rearming versus Germany’s blunt approach.
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Roosevelt
Swhich
Washington
Yvet
Germany
England
Hitler
Added Punishment and the Death Penalty Debated
A discussion of capital punishment focusing on mental torture in the death house. It recalls six young men awaiting execution in New York with suspensive commutations and last minutes fear as governors decide who lives and dies.
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New York
Plan to end war by Spain intervention debated
A wartime column questions a German Italian scheme to remove foreign fighters from Spain and let Spaniards duel on the peninsula. It notes rough estimates of 50,000 foreigners already taking part and cites Madrid as a focal point of the conflict.
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Tomorress
Thic
Fragmentary wartime quotes on foreign fighters and fate
The passage presents scrambled lines about foreign fighters, aviators, and a span of conflict. It suggests outsiders facing a tide of battle and a tragic outcome, with incomplete phrases hindering full interpretation.
Marriage and reckless driving linked by California official
California motor records suggest single men were habitual traffic violators, yet many became model drivers after marriage. Hay Ingels notes responsibility may curb recklessness or that married drivers gain dual guidance from a partner, making Cupid a possible aid to safer driving.
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Hay
Ingels
State of
Californie
The Duke Visits a Phrenologist
The Duke of Kent, youngest son of the royal line, reportedly visited a phrenologist. The piece explains phrenology origins with Gall, notes practices and cautions, and speculates the Duke’s visit may boost interest in skull reading in the period.
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Wes Moines Register
Duke of Kent
Ooe Co
Persat
Fair Grounds
Ya LF. J. Gall
Gall
Folka
Kent
Tudgate
Queen Victoria
Gladstone
Ludgeoe-Ells
United States
Moore Warns Americans Not To Panic Over Europe War Fear
Acting Secretary of State R Walton Moore cautions the public to avoid alarm over European events while offering two readings of his remarks. He says he doubts any imminent war involving major European powers will occur, though others see a warning aimed at Europe to restrain aggression before it escalates.
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Moore
Baltimore-Surf
R. Walton Moore
State Department
Europe
Mer
Mr. Moore
Americ
Desdemona
Desde Auring
Reid
Albhie
Isyuot
Malaxieg
Paaie
Howling Mob
Thas
Mauers
Broadway
Mora
Half Merit Half Patronage in Civil Service Debate
A discussion cites the Christian Science Monitor urging extension of civil service reform toward a stronger merit system. It contrasts party pledges, noting immediate changes as political language vs practical timetables. Voters see new agencies growing permanent and stocked with spoils concerns, urging bigger efforts in Roosevelt's second term and broader reforms.
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Christian Science Monitor
Alresiy
Washington
Democratic Party
Weka
Merview Lns
Roosevelt
Tha
Cl Mission
Congress
Promiyt
Geil Auevien
Roosevelt reorganizes government power amid opposition
Washington, Jan 14 The Roosevelt plan to reorganize the government provokes mixed reactions from Congress. Some welcome study while others delay or resist. A Democratic senator jokes about anonym ous six new presidential aides as power grows. Analysts predict partial approval and enhanced presidential control, with a shift away from cabinet dominance and new departments for social welfare and public works.
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Washington
Roosevelt
Bankhead
Nancy
Roccavelt
Hoys
Congresa Elec Monus
Solid Welfare
Congress
Fand Ot Thers
Diary Entry from Central South Dakota Farm Woman
A Central South Dakota farm diary entry recalls road work by truck crews, early spring chores, and freezing chickens for winter. The author notes drifted roads, a sleigh ride invitation, and a hog saved for butcher, soap making, and modest meals as morale lifts after a difficult Christmas.
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Jim
Paul
Amy
Twenty Years Ago Today from Huron Iowa
A fragmented look back notes visits and departures around Hitchcock and Huron with references to Mr and Mrs Clarence Miller and WL Bramwell hosting, Jobe Genie family heading to Miami Florida for several months, Col B F Iven to travel south on Masonic business, and Garret couple spending June at home.
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Iowa
Young
Hitchcock
Clarence
Miller
R. Bramwell
Jobe
Autograph Guild forms amid Broadway autograph flap
New York January 14 Autograph Guild of America forms to protect celebrities from unscrupulous collectors and price cutters. The group pledges to promote goodwill between stars and collectors and curb unfair practices while noting several high profile signatures sold far below value. Celebrities seek orderly access for autographs and some fans fear overzealous collectors. The piece also mentions winter exodus to Florida and Fifth Avenue window displays of beachwear.
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New York
Autograph Guild of America
John
Alice Hancock
Ald
Rankiex
Sorac oubanesUs
Joan Crawford
Franchot Tone
Edward G. Robinson
Boutricg Littig
Leslie Howard
Bing Crosby
George Bernard Shaw
Rialto
Eddie Cantor
Desdemona Delavely
Excelsior
Huron College Plans 1918 Homecoming Week
Alumni association members map a grand homecoming during commencement week to mark the institution s 20th anniversary. Miss Gladys Pyle class of 1912 chairs the homecoming committee and coordinates preparations for alumni returning from distant places. The college formed in 1898 by consolidation of Pierre University and Scotlagid Academy, later becoming Huron College.
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Bitcheock
RJ. Sieffen
Huron College
Gladys Pyle
Huron
Synod of
South Dakota
Pierre University
Scotlagid _ Academy
Huron’ Cotuge
Four join CCC Faulkton unit in January transfer
Four young men from Faulkton and nearby areas have joined CCC camps for a six month period. The enlistees are Gerald Beary Gerald Allen Wayne Palmer and Philip Haar. The move marks another wave of local residents entering the Civilian Conservation Corps during January.
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CCC Faulkton
Faulkton
Jett
Fox CCC
Gerald Beary
Gerald Allen
Wayne Palmer
Philip Haar
Ancient lamp description with hollow receptacle and wick
A fragmentary note describes archaic lamps with a hollow fat receptacle and a side handle. It mentions a wick tested by placing one end into an adjoining reservoir, noting open or closed variants and a central hole for the wick.
Patrol Boys To Meet Saturday At Hut Theatre
Haron schoolboy patrol system under South Dakota Justice Department and American Legion sponsorship to hold a Saturday morning gathering at the Hut Theatre. Patrol members will be trustees of the theater management at 3 20 pm for a special show. Glen Sears will supervise, leading a general assembly and answering questions about patrol duties and rights. Admission requires an identification slip from the principal.
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Haron
South Dakota Department of Justice
Euron American Legion
Hut Theatre
Glen Sears
Sute Mole
Sears
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Athorer
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Florida
Fifth Avenue
Huron Theatre
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