Taxation debate mirrors tariff critique in Chicago notes
Rodney Dutcher cites a Chicago Tribune critique of high tariffs and tax shifting to renters as proof that burdens flow to consumers. The piece argues property owners and landlords pass costs to tenants and shoppers, with merchants embedding taxes in operating costs. It also discusses tariff pass-through by importers, jobbers, retailers, and producers before reaching the final consumer. It questions policy and mentions Wheeler’s record and Walsh's recommendation timing.
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Chicago Tribune
Chicago
Cook County
Rodney Dutcher
Washington
Newspaper Enterprise Association
B. KK. Wheeler
United States
Montana
Walsh
Preventive Medical Care Movements Across Nations
The article discusses adopting doctor-supported preventive care, citing China's model of regular exams and treatment for a fee with continued care if sickness occurs. It notes U S agencies like the AMA Metropolitan Life and Public Health Service studying costs for 119 million people to build a universal affordable plan, while acknowledging experts have not yet found a definitive remedy.
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American Medical Association
Metropolitan Life Insurance Company
United States Public Health Service
United States
Health care in rural communities and hospital funding
The article argues that prolonged illness imposes economic hardship on families, with the well to do and the poor able to access services differently. It calls for intelligent solutions to provide therapeutic and preventive care at reasonable cost, notes that many physicians’ incomes are inadequate, and highlights hospitals’ financial struggles nationwide. Senator Walsh’s remark about avoiding Houston is noted.
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Helena
Millionaire Misery and the Debutante
A critique of social expectations surrounding wealthy Park Avenue debutantes as Emily Post defends etiquette amid the glare of luxury. The piece contrasts the lavish season of the rich with the unseen burdens of striking workers families.
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Park Avenue
New York
Emily Post
Harper's Bazaar
London
Paris
Hal Smith Nominated for President on Ritle Ticket
Hal Smith is nominated for president on the Ritle ticket. Refusal to discuss college pranks at the university years is noted, with focus on campaign platform and leadership record instead.
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Hal Smith
Ritle
Coolidge Compared to a Roman Emperor by Bainville
French historian Jacques Bainville condemns President Coolidge in a memorandum for sending a message to Herbert Hoover after his nomination. He says the tone reflects wealth and power intoxication and likens the United States to a Roman emperor, though he questions such a comparison and acknowledges mistakes in foreign policy.
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Jacques Bainville
Coolidge
Herbert Lover
United States
Heaven
Eorth
Galvin Coolidge
Banking power and stock market manipulation ethics
A Chicago Examiner editorial questions how far banking interests may curb stock speculation by raising money rates without abusing power. It warns against arbitrary Reserve Bank actions and notes past farm distress linked to reserve policies. The piece argues for clear lines between prudent guidance and manipulation, urging public scrutiny.
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Federal Reserve System
Sentence Sermons From Rev Hoy L Smith At Simpson M B Church
The sermon outlines that talking in theological terms does not make a man religious and knowing what to do in an emergency is not enough without action. It urges living a true life by doing what is right, avoiding scandal, and finding joy in meaningful work.
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Hoy L. Smith
Simpson M
Fourth of July fireworks toll raises grave cautions
The Haskin Letter warns parents of deadly Fourth of July fireworks. It cites hundreds of child injuries and dozens of deaths over two decades, with minors from six to twenty most affected. Sparks, torpedoes, and sparkers ignite accidents despite regulations and press education.
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Washington, D. C
Aleady
Ban Fourth of July Fireworks to Save Children
A stark call to curb fireworks follows a pattern of injuries and deaths among children in 1926 and 1928. The piece urges adults to supervise celebration, ban gunpowder and dangerous devices, and instead pursue safer community efforts like speeches, parades, picnics, and organized displays by experts to honor American Independence.
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Themelves
Tommy
Betty
Matcher
Health and Diet Advice From Dr Frank McCoy
Readers may send questions on health and diet to Dr Frank McCoy at this paper. An addressed envelope and postage stamp are requested for replies.
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Frank McCoy
Meath
DF McCoy
Alewaye
Uli
Food Minerals (Part 1) A dietitian lists key minerals and foods
Mineral elements essential to life are discussed with their roles and the foods containing the richest amounts. Phosphorus, sulfur, silicon, chlorine, and iodine are covered, noting health risks and benefits, plus foods like kale, liver, oysters, and carrots. It ends with reader Q&A on nutrition and common health concerns.
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Dietitians
Answers to Questions in the Information Bureau
A reader queries a Helena paper information service. The page provides brief Q A on Byrd plane fate, fires in cellars, absentee voting, wheel speeds on curves, body density, Barbara Barthelmess, aging turtles, Apelles quote, Versailles fountains, The Golden Treasury, Saint Pierre eruption message, forces of change, opium origin, and Russia's national soup techie.
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America
France
R. D
New York City
Ri¢barn Barthelmess
N. A
Jessica Sargent
Stuart Sargent
Versailles
Marly
St. Pierre
Mount Pelee
Iack
S. A
Asia Minor
Egypt
India
Persia
China
Russia
Cannon Forde r An Idea On Youth In War At Commencement
In a commencement address at American University Washington Dr Clark argues older men over fifty could fight, calling 21 year olds vital to national progress. He notes youths endure war better but practical use of older fighters is unlikely. He warns nations would fare poorly defending with older soldiers. Ann Arbor News.
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Lucius C. Clark
American University
Washington
Clark
Ann
Arbor News
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