Relief policy debate turns to fact finding and long range planning
The piece argues that federal relief spending has reached seven billion borrowed dollars over four years with little relief in sight. It notes a cool administration stance toward a relief commission, while the Senate backs its own committee to uncover facts. It mentions potential personnel impact and references unrelated, surreal lines about Germany, paper shirts, and an Alaskan glacier.
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Senate
Answers from the Holonn Bureau provide quick facts
The piece lists brief Q and A items on diverse topics including race tracks and horse counts, aging new adults, exiled rulers, Philippine birds, bullet speeds, postage stamp guides, astigmatism, New York acting mayor, Ethel Waters songs, jasper colors, a Lydia Maria Child poem, and more, with terse factual replies and names.
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New York City
LaGuardia
N. G. Vv
William F. Brunner
Prestiere
Board of Aldermen
Ethel Wreter
N. W
Harlem
Ethel Waters
Jasper
Egypt
Russia
Lydia Maria Child
Tin Society For the Suppression of Vice
John S
Sumner
Blackstone
London
Traiter
Florida
J. He. A. Traller
Hughes and Roosevelt clash over court plan echoes Hughes letter
The article weighs Charles Evans Hughes's influence on President Roosevelt's court reorganization fight. It cites Hughes's voting record and a Nations piece arguing Hughes checked Roosevelt, while others see Hughes protecting the court's integrity. Regardless of outcome, Roosevelt's aim to liberalize the court is noted as achieved if the bill fails.
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Hughes
Roosevelt
Charles Evans Hughes
Supreme Court
Wheeler
Robert S. Allen
New Deal
Butler
Sutherland
McReynolds
van Devanter
Justice Roberts
Washington
Justice Hughes
The Tide of Blood and The Guernica Pamphlet
A pamphlet issued by anti Fascist groups in the United States denounces the bombing of Guernica and condemns Fascist violence in Spain. It quotes a Borah cartoon and cites editorials and citizens alarmed by the Basque terror as Italy and Germany aid Franco. The piece criticizes the court system as overburdened with highway case designations.
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Guernica
United States
Borah
Idaho
Hitler
Civilization
Independent
Associated Press
Spain
Rome
Berlin
Relief measures and hearings loom in Senate and House
Under the Hatch-Murray resolution the Senate creates a five member committee to begin early hearings on unemployment and relief. In the House Representative Maverick shelves a proposal to form a standing committee for public works and welfare, backed by loyal democrats and liberals.
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Senate
House
Maverick
Roosevelt
Colorado Pension Plan Faces Cuts And Revenue Fears
Colorado confronts a shrunk old age pension from 45 dollars to about 37.38 monthly once implemented in September, with possible further reductions if eligibility exceeds 35,000. Officials warn that reliance on a 2 percent sales tax, liquor levies, and incorporation fees may fail to fund the program, signaling broader fiscal risk and a warning to other states and the federal government.
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Colorado
Paris
Chamber of Deputies
American Legion
United States
Frateo
Thia
CAREERS IN WPA WORKERS AND JOBLESS PLANS
A New York WPA administrator orders a thorough analysis of life on work relief to replace career relief workers with those eager to return to private employment. The move aims to address fears of a permanent dependent class and promote independence from government aid.
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W.P.A
New York
Works Progress
B. B. Somervell
Somervell
Work Relief
Congressional Hog Calling Editorial Cites Capitol Contest
A humorous editorial imagines Representatives Wealth of Town and Mouton of Louisiana entering a hog calling contest on the Capitol steps. The piece notes unclear rules, microphones along East Capitol Street, debates about distance, and political implications of vocal prowess versus legislative productivity.
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Mouton
Louisiana
Capitol
Wearin
Hawkeye
Blouton
Iowa
Hast Capital Street
White House
Lyme's old one room school replaced by modern consolidated unit
Lyme Connecticut replaces five aging one room schools with a fieldstone consolidated building for 160 pupils at a cost of 22 722, backed by public works aid. The project reflects broader national shifts to modern facilities as 1930s budgets shrink and grants fund school construction, including 34 7218 classrooms and 1 385 655 seats, with other facilities like auditoriums and libraries added.
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Washington, D. C
Lyme
Connecticut
New England
Sorrica
Public Works Administration
Heing Tyn Fcal
United States
Henderson County
P.W.A
Understanding Blood Pressure Variations and Effects
The article explains how blood pressure depends on heart force arterial elasticity vascular resistance and blood volume. It notes most people tolerate low pressure, while high blood pressure is more common. low pressure below 110 mm can be harmful during heart contractions. After infections like influenza weakness and fatigue may lower pressure, improving as illness clears if bed rest is observed.
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Consideratlo
George Meat
Walt Mason and the World’s Sloot Famous Robsmaster
A satirical fragment recounts Walt Mason contemplating death in a chain of misadventures from weathered mishaps to a soaring airship disaster. He survives through odd turns, fearing a final skyfall while neighbors mourn and physicians prepare aid.
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Walt Mason
Horoscope for Wednesday June 14 1937 mixed news for industry and theater
The horoscope notes a mix of good and doubtful outcomes for Wednesday June 14 1937. Encouraging morning news from industrial centers, a favorable day for signing legal papers, and opportunities for theater workers. Later day unrest and secrecy in government policy are warned, with espionage concerns in the United States and possible fires from incendiaries. Birthdates hint at advancement in life and finance, with new friendships foreseen. Notable births include Frederic Berni... born 1859 and Frederic Archer 1838 among others.
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Ins
Theatars
United States
Campora
Frederic Bseniiertte
Physioto Rist
Frederic Archer
Organtat
George William Coleman
Eociologiet
Ay Pe
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Halte Selassie
Ethiopie
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Otto of
Gerlich
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Washington, D.C
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Montane
England
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Washington Star
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Sai Pines Church
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Fredric J. Washkin
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