Vote Against Reorganization Shows Democracy Marches On
A 1938 midterm vote in the House defeats President Roosevelt’s reorganizaton plan, with over a third of Democrats disavowing the administration. Republicans and loyalist Democrats condemn the partisan clash yet praise the democratic process as the system functions despite intense intra party fighting.
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Rare picture shows house debating revamp bill
The House debates a government reorganization measure tied to wartime efficiency while Congress prepares new relief funding. Observers note the vote reflects fears of dictatorships abroad and tests Roosevelt's leadership and the New Deal strategy in a tense political climate.
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Alpha Art club delegates chosen for State Federation meet
The Alpha Art club Elects Mrs. L. B. Cartwright and Mrs. A. J. Griffin as delegates to the State Federation of Negro Women's clubs meeting at Beeland Home, Efland, May 7. Other notes cover community events, school talks, May Day plans, and a funeral service in High Point.
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Letters on Lincoln memory and pacifism critique
The writer recalls seeing Lincoln’s body during a train journey and reflects on how pacifism and antiwar campaigns shape modern preaching. He questions who funds and drives relentless peace advocacy and why clergy are so heated over it, analyzing shifts in gospel preaching and social movements.
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Telephone Linemen Honor Poem Rewards and May Queen
A poem by Dorothy Brown Thompson praises linemen who work through blizzards and danger to restore service and keep calls flowing. The piece notes their humility and dedication with no desire for praise. Separate items mention Leake earning 10.73, Henrietta Lee 10.33, Viola Feimster 6.65, and a grand total of 73.79 raised. Ida Sturgess, seventh grade, will be crowned Queen of the May on May 2 at 4 p.m.
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Fifty nine placed in jobs during week by employment service
The North Carolina State Employment Service reports 59 people placed in work last week under Manager J A Gawthrop. Of these, 38 found private industry positions and 21 joined public works.
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