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Newspaper
Hamilton Evening Journal
Location
Hamilton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1932
Page
3
Arthur Brisbane sketches a rambunctious journey from Florida to Philadelphia through Georgia and Washington, praising flora, soils, and unusual crops while weaving in political quips. He detours into prairie poultry, a twelve point Hoover program, doom prophets, and a lively hopper of anecdotes leading to a page 14 continuation.
Detroit obituary notes Jeanie Bonstelle former Guild theatre manager, a frequent Hamilton visitor in youth, and linked to Jon and Herbert Crathom of musical comedy and spectacular show fame. The piece also recalls old Jefferson theatre acts, fifty cent performances, and envisions Halloween pranks and safety reminders for Dick Avenue residents as children fear no age.
Two men guests of superintendent Tom Roli view old courthouse records and a March 30 1888 bid letter for a clock and lighting system valued at 2100 dollars. The visit recalls Miami Valley Soap Works initials Bolli Co and historic Want tower. Arnold Hetzler Jr of Millville Avenue joins the Curtis Salesmen League after steady schooling and service, earning recognition from Curtis Publishing.
The record of new voter registrations extends beyond Hamilton to every city requiring registration, signaling a broad determination to express convictions in the November 8 election.
Democratic chair James Farley condemns Ford Motor Co for pressuring employees to vote for Hoover citing it as an unhealthy scare tactic. He argues citizens should freely choose their party without coercive industry involvement in national policy. The column labels such tactics as a threat to democratic choice.
The article argues that US recovery hinges on tariffs, while Canada and England raise barriers against the United States. England prospered on free trade, but Smoot Hawley’s tariff prompts other nations to build walls around US exports, shaping international commerce and prospects.
The wooden one span bridge crossing Sevenmile Creek north of Somerville will be removed as the state straightens Highway No 127. Once gone the last wooden structure on nearby main highways disappears, reducing danger from sharp curves and aging bridges as motor traffic increases.
Towell and Dayton Streets host a relief clothing stove area inviting residents of Hamilton and nearby areas to donate usable apparel. With winter approaching and past demands rising, contributors are urged to perform thorough searches for spare garments and deliver them to the Relief Store to support the ongoing aid effort.
A discussion on Ohio parole boards emphasizes that the criminal courts aim to protect society by deterring crime, not rehabilitate criminals at any cost. The piece warns against restoring social ties to offenders via parole, arguing courts should permanently separate criminals from society when justified.
A New York report notes subtle shifts at local Republican headquarters as optimism grows over the Roosevelt uncertainty motif. Hoover and Roosevelt are seen as capable, but the election could bring business uncertainty, boosting radio fundraising and ad campaigns led by WJ Hays. Midwest reports soften pessimism.
Washington considers a general revision of federal banking laws within a year led by Federal Reserve Governor Eugene Meyer amid hopes for bipartisan action. Meanwhile an unofficial European inquiry warns Germany’s shift toward armament and possible realignment with France, affecting reparations and disarmament talks in a tense international scene.
Historic Ohio High Spots notes the 1892 Cincinnati teachers meeting that founded the Western Literary Institute and College of Professional Teachers. It outlines early lecture courses on Bible in schools, philosophy of letters, professional teaching, and moral intellectual culture, with several professors named and no women listed among lecturers.
A compact, reflective piece urges careful study of the Bible and restraint in defending faith. It cautions against proving God to oneself, notes the wastefulness of war expenditures, and highlights poverty amid overproduction and widespread ignorance in a world overwhelmed by facts.
The piece notes regulatory plans for public utilities and possible action by the Federal Power Commission after the election. It mentions Roosevelt supporters, potential post election sessions, and congressional investigations that could shape utility regulation amid Prohibition and home-front politics.
Excerpt discusses suspected Italian German secret understandings involving Mussolini, Soviet cotton trade outlook, and rural life data. Mentions Austria access to the sea, Russia competing with the United States in cotton production, and shifts in Illinois farm motor track adoption from 1920 to 1940 census periods. Also notes 26,283 women and girls in 1,305 Tennessee farm demonstration clubs.
English lessons emphasize misused words mispronunciations and misspellings. The text lists words like persuasive stench and unwavering and promotes vocabulary growth by daily practice including the word reminiscence and its usage as a reminder through a carnival reminiscence of pioneer days.
Former player Charles Re Mason, nicknamed Lad, attended a Hamilton Tigr School versus St. Navier High School game, watching his brother play while keeping an eye on him. He rode in a roadster with a radio, parked among Big Ten fans, and also followed the Ohio State Mishigan game from nearby.
Weather fair and cooler notes as 20 years ago October 9th saw Mrs Carrie Raisch die at home on Rees Avenue. Hoy events include Henry Borkenemap’s birthday surprise, Hamilton Highs’ football win, and tributes to Stevenson of Hanover Township. Also mention Mrs James Indd and Mrs Murray Urmetan hosting birthday events. 10 years past October 9 featured informal gatherings, engagements announced, multiple births, and Ohio political speech by A V Donahoy. Michael Walsher dies of apoplexy on Corwin Avenue.
Richard E. Byrd born Winchester Virginia October 25 1888 is noted for polar exploration including a 1928 North Pole flight with Floyd Bennett and a 1929 South Pole flight after a 1927 trans Atlantic voyage with three companions. The piece notes his navy advancement and aviation role and then shifts to a furious tax protest arguing minority privilege and government overreach threaten democracy.
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