We Buy Our Own Pork The Independent 1932 Editorial
The Helena Montana newspaper editorial lampoons the senate relief bill and tax impacts. It argues Montana would pay higher income taxes to fund a large relief package and post office additions, noting editorial skepticism toward federal pork and government costs. It mentions carriers, subscriptions, and local circulation in 1932 Helena.
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Postbay
Independent
Luc
Helena
Montane
A. Campbell
Eddue
Associated Fron
Associated Proms
Bubeckbern
HBO
Senate
Montana
House
Sam
Walsh
Wheeler
Leavitt and
Evans
Real Facts About War Debts and France Sacrifice
The piece argues the United States lent France billions during and after World War I, sold U.S. property to France, then canceled the principal and only charged a low interest over 62 years. It claims this action saved France from destruction, and warns against European propaganda after the Hoover moratorium.
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Europe
Shylock
France
Germany
Paris
Gold standard under strain as budget bill passes
The piece argues the budget balancing bill is a temporary breath for the gold standard. It notes $104,000,000 in gold withdrawals through exports and earmarking, reducing world gold holdings from about half to one third, and warns continued withdrawals threaten currency stability and American producers. Government credit remains key to welfare.
The Reforming Business in U S Public Life
A historic note on reform movements shaping behavior and personal conduct, asserting over two million Americans are involved. It claims about one sixtieth of the population focus on the habits and tastes of others, reflecting the era’s reform impulses and social surveillance.
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United States
Reformers as Public Morals Guardians in U S History
A Helena Daily Independent 1932 column condemns a two million strong reform movement as self appointed guardians pushing moral standards on the majority. It argues organization files power to rule non reformers, calls reforming a profitable lifelong vocation for some.
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Helena Jjaily Independent
United States
Answers to Questions From the Helena Independent Bureau
A collection of Q and A items from a Helena newspaper feature, presenting foreign-born congress members, goldenrod varieties, Venus as evening star, estimated potential voters, earthquakes affecting the Panama Canal, stowaway tales, amber fossil resin, cole slaw spelling, life of the Same people, travel time and fares, patent infringement, and petrifying wood materials. Names include Carsley, Crowther, Crosser, Cavitchin, Say bath, Schuetz, Jacob son, Holmes, Palmisvano, Whley, Warner, and others. The piece blends science, travel, seismology, and nomenclature in period quiz format.
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Longvss
Carsley
New York
Ireland
Crowther
England
Crosser
Ohio
Scotland
Cavitchin
New Jersey
Italy
Saybath
Tilmois
Czechoslovakia
Schuetz
Winola
Germany
Jacobson
Iowa
Mfolmes
Mas.sarburetts
Sweden
Hart
Michigan
C. Met. A
M. Ub. A
Ralloa Heights
Antigua
Guaiomely
Gatun
Unter States
Baril
Imenua Enblinge
Upper Volta
Sudan
Oftvares
Ohne Son
Brick & Tile Cn
Om Valle Platin
Woratral Daria
I Wergnen
Miturateal Wits
Wilk
Piffling Technicalities in Illinois Kidnapping Appeal
Eight men convicted of kidnapping for ransom appeal to Illinois Supreme Court over use of the word feloniously in one indictment count. Lawyers argue jargon error. judges note the omission did not affect fairness or rights, yet such a petty technicality can fuel an appeal.
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Ilinois
The Silly Season for Politics
A St Louis lawyer seeks a Democratic U S Senate nomination with a platform calling for federal payments of 720 dollars per citizen and 240 dollars more for each minor. The piece predicts an flood of grand promises in the tight political season and notes widespread voter dissatisfaction driving overstatements.
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St. Louis
U. S. Senate
Insull's retirement and the era of prosperity belief
The piece notes Samuel Insull's retirement from managing his vast industrial empire and recalls his post 1924 belief in a lasting prosperity era. It argues that he, like the nation, was deluded, and that the country now bears the consequences of that delusion in its financial affairs.
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Samuel Insull
Insull
Mr. Insull
Difficult Choice Faces Roosevelt Over Walker Case
The Minneapolis Tribune weighs Governor Roosevelts dilemma amid Hofstadter committee findings on New York Citys Tammany Hall mayor Walker. Any action risks charges of political expediency as Roosevelts stance could boost his presidential bid or alienate Tammany. The piece argues the issue is unfair to both Walker and the governor and fuels speculation.
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Roosevelt
Walkert
Hofstadter Committee
New York City
Tammany
New York State
Walker
New York
White House
Bens
Mr. Walker
Wake Up Your Mind Sermon by Roy L. Smith
Sermon notes urge self discipline and mental growth. Pastor Roy L. Smith and Simpson M. Couras of Minneapolis advocate bossing habits and feeding the mind, choosing action over passive living. They urge turning foes into friends, finding joy in work, and living fully wherever you are.
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Ray
Roy L. Smith
D. D
Simpsos
Nation Faces Iron Ore Shortage Amid High Grade Demand
In 1931 production of iron ore fell sharply while Lake Superior remains the top global source. Minnesota and Michigan led output with hematite ore dominant. Alabama climbed as a major producer. Ore storage at mills buffers demand as producers push quality goods during hard times.
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Gresham
United States
United States Bureau of Mines
Roex
Milla
Lake Superior Regina
cTouid
Aome
Michigan
Alabama
Atl Koll
Nomia
Threatater
Rome
Iran
Iron Ore Markets Shrink Amid 1950 Demand Slump
1950 yielded little iron ore production due to black demand and low prices. Arizona, North Carolina, Virginia, and Pennsylvania faced declines with Pennsylvania output at 868,717 tons. Value dropped to 74,222,910 dollars while volume fell 9 percent, and stockpiles reached 1,008,708 tons. A steel surge could rapidly deplete stocks, restarting mining.
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Arizona
North Carolina
Virginia
Pennsylvania
Pennnaylvania
Mutsburgh
Vas
Imal
Abuse of the Radio and Canada’s Broadcasting Debate
A Canadian essay laments private control of radio and calls for public or government led broadcasting. Noting Marconi and De Forest’s roles, the piece argues that commercialization wrecks educational value, contrasts with European public offerings, and urges reform to preserve culture and learning. It cites Senator Dill and mentions broader international concerns.
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Canada
Len de Forest
Marconi
Wales
Dill
Coderal Radio Not
Berane
Axon
Europe
Volod
Immanuely
Hfe
St. Lotte Post
Health service warns fireworks cause eye injuries in children
Morri a Firrbein reports on an investigation by the National Battery for the Prevention of Blindness noting over 500 children have lost eyesight due to accidents. Fireworks and explosives, especially around Independence Day, account for most cases with rifles, caps, and noise makers cited. The National League of Women Voters pushes three liberal planks including unemployment reform and world court participation. A call for safer celebrations and child protection is urged while 1-2 sentences summarize the public health debate and policy proposals.
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National League of Women Voters
leaRhe
Washington
Hoaver
Wagner
United States
Ana
Pact of Parth
World Court
Lorgno
Wisthington Party News
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Nashville Banner
Munt
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Your Daily Health Service
Morria Firrbein Eder
Arele
Ned Daly
Fala
Faereme
Harvard
Ely
A. J. Arnold
Had
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