Voluntary letters to the editor on labor and the New Deal
A reader writes about free publication of communications, defending market demand as the driver of employment. He argues against New Deal policies, claiming government aid only delays recovery and that workers should rely on self-protection and labor demand to secure wages. He labels relief and regulation as obstacles to jobs and warns the rank and file to reconsider their stance.
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Washington
Roosevelt
The Camden Ruby Murder Drama Unfolds in Theater Room
Detective Keyes and Miss Younger’s actress circle probe the murder of Margalo Younger. Suspects include Allan Foster and Roy Barrimore as police seek who sold the famous ruby to Van Every. Joyce and Maughan untangle jealous motives and a web of alibis while advancing toward a quiet arrest plan.
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Cniuine
Keyes
Gary Maug- Younger
Han
Margalo
Maughan
Rome
Doxc
Joyce
van Every
Wes
Comden
Wolshes
van Buery
Allan Foster
Laura Randall
Roy Barrimore
Miss Younger
Hal
Captain Keyes
Allan
Margare
Allen
Keyen
Keyen Banda
Narro
Foster
Margalo Younger
Seria
Barrimore
Buster
Misa Younger
Fay
Foater
Tim
Tvel
Shott and Schuck Campaign Petition for Congress Seat
United States Senator Hugh Ike Shott joins forces with Charles J. Schuck in a 1st Congressional District bid for Congress. The coalition seeks support across district communities and emphasizes shared policy priorities and regional representation.
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United States
Senator Hugh Ike Shott
Charles J. Schuck
Love's Devotion Verse Quotation
Ruth proclaims unwavering loyalty to Naomi promising to follow and join her people and God. She vows to die where Naomi dies, sealing a pledge of devotion. The excerpt reflects steadfast loyalty and acceptance of hardship.
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Ruth
The New Deal and Labor in the 1930s Political Debate
A critique of Labor's presumed support for Roosevelt argues that no single group remains solidly loyal, and warns that labor’s influence on New Deal policy has limits. It notes three years of what critics call fumbling, with job creation and wages not improving, and stresses that economic laws of supply and demand govern wages regardless of political promises.
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New Dealer
Anti
America
Roosevelt
Esquire
Hyde Park
Labor
Ap Rena
Let the People Judge on Labor Planks in Elections
William Green, president of the American Federation of Labor, criticizes the Republican labor plank from the Cleveland convention. He argues the clause “from any source” fails to bar employer coercion and suggests a stronger pledge that workers organize without employer pressure. He leaves verdict to straight-thinking voters of America.
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Wheeling Intelligencer
William Green
American Federation of Labor
Cleveland
Mr. Green
Green
America
Still Much To Be Done in West Virginia Frontier Progress
A Clarksburg Exponent excerpt discusses ongoing opportunities in West Virginia. It contrasts past frontier talk with a belief that a great period of rate progress has ended, while asserting vast fields of advancement remain ahead for the state.
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Clarksburg
West
Frontier days are not over says state speaker
The speaker urges embracing science to develop natural resources and raise living standards. He cites underdeveloped autos and gasoline efficiency, and notes radio and television are new, arguing vast opportunities remain in coal, industry, and everyday life to lift people toward an efficient, modern model home.
West Virginia Highway Accidents Prompt Police Action
Martinsburg Journal reports a sharp rise in West Virginia highway accidents to 35 in the first 14 days of June. Berkeley County shows high injuries and accidents. Pendleton leads in June deaths. The piece urges motorists to drive slowly and responsibly, notes liquor use and inexperience as factors, praises State Police for targeting high-accident areas, and warns that drastic mechanical limits may be needed if public appeals fail.
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Martinsburg Journal
West Virginia
Berkeley
Pendleton County
Polic Partel
Inflation and politics loom in 1936 campaign
Washington dispatch notes Republicans riding gains but facing uncertain staying power. Farley and Michelson clash over a Western speech while Fletcher’s successor Hamilton steers a sharp campaign. Dividend and recovery figures from the Hamilton Institute promise rising payouts and a slower U.S. rebound, with international manufacturing indexes showing mixed progress and Poland, Germany and Britain cited among leading economies.
Landon Enjoys Ranch Life on Family Vacation
The piece describes Landon and his family enjoying ranch life with sights of elk and deer at a stream. Nancy Jo tends a new pet, John plans to fish, Mrs Landon is an expert nimrod who also intends to fish, while rest and reading are her immediate goals.
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Hamilton
Henry P. Fletcher
G. O. P. National Committee
John D. Hamilton
Fletcher
Landon
James A. Farley
Nancy
John
Governor trims press conference with joke haircut query
The governor arrives at Hunts Barber Shop in riding clothes with Peggy Anne guiding the car. As they depart the vehicle circles back and a reporter wonders what’s next. The governor leans out and asks if anyone knows a good place for a haircut.
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Hunts
Peggy Anne
Army Navy game crowd and famed runners noted
A large crowd gathered for the Army Navy game amid cheers from cadets and sailors. The article lists famous runners Charlie Paddock Paavo Nurmi and others from different eras. Franklin Field, named for Benjamin Franklin, is highlighted as America's first large college stadium. Tonight at 8 pm EDT entertainers Lily Pons and the Philadelphia Orchestra are set to perform with President Roosevelt expected to begin speaking at 10 pm.
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United States Army
Naval Academies
Charlie Paddock
Paavo Nurmi
Benny Berlinger
Ted Meredith
William Carr
Alvin 1 Kraenzlein
Franklin Field
Benjamin Franklin
America
Lily Pons
Operated
Philadelphia Orchestra
Roosevelt
Garner Seeks Philadelphia Air At Convention
The scene at the Philadelphia event shows Garner declining to describe a day’s plan while reporters press for a program. He jokes about not doing anything special and notes he will attend the Franklin Field session tonight to learn of his renomination.
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Garner
Philadelphia
Franklin Field
Controversy Over Contract for East and West in Bridge
A Seattle letter debates the best contract for the East West hold in contract bridge with 4 Spades versus 6 Diamonds. West opens 1 Spade, North overcalls. bidding continues to 4 Diamonds. The writer asks for a double dummy answer and notes a related eight-table duplicate game where an 8 No Trumps contract yielded top scores.
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Seattle
East
West
The
Inquirer
North
Lochridge
Hearts
War Bond Checks Cashed Across West Virginia
Postmaster Julius W Singleton reports 8 542 000 in bonus bond checks issued and 21 250 certificates cashed as of June 27 in Charleston West Virginia. The state paying office in the federal building handles the distribution and redemption of these war era bonds.
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Charleston
Julius W. Singleton
West Virginia
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