Garner Disavows Public Works Measure Amid Campaign
Speaker Garner disavowed his own 1 billion dollar public works relief bill saying it was the product of an inter-departmental committee and had to be fixed quickly. Hoover denounced it as pork, the senate rejected it, and Garner predicted a Democratic victory by 6 to 10 million votes while defending the Goldsborough bill and opposing broader inflation measures.
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Norman Thomas Aims To Win Big Socialist Vote In 1930s
Norman Thomas, long time minister and social worker from Marion Ohio, leads a nationwide campaign as Socialist party presidential nominee. He recalls Harding’s boyhood paper route, his shift from ministry to socialism after WWI, and his belief that capitalism fuels war while international socialism offers hope. He predicts strong third party support and critiques both major parties.
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Bullfrogs Bring Wealth in Louisiana Frogging
In Louisiana, bullfrog legs have turned into a sizable industry with $306,398 earned last year as vendors ship to New York and other cities. Despite hard hunting and limited success in artificial farming, locals in the bayous pursue a profitable harvest with payments of $1 to $3 per dozen frogs.
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Lethal Stone Fish Found in Great Barrier Reef
A stone fish discovered in the Great Barrier Reef of Australia is described as highly repulsive in appearance and armed with spikes that contain a deadly poison capable of killing humans.
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James Franklin and Harvard College Chronology
James Franklin, elder brother of Ben Franklin, helped publish the New England Courant, one of early American newspapers, while the note mentions Harvard College being opened in 638. The item links historic media firsts with a misdated college founding year.
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Garner Explains Silence On Smith Call After 6 P M Rule
Washington Aug 18 Speaker Garner says he will not talk business or answer the telephone after 6 p m He admits Alfred E Smith tried to reach him the night of the Chicago balloting and notes he treated all callers the same He says he knew Smith was trying to reach him and that The President also tried thrice to reach him
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Floods Kill and Displace in Oklahoma
Relief work spread through northwestern Oklahoma as floods receded. Four dead and several missing amid hundreds homeless. Cherokee hit hardest with two deaths and 300 plus homeless. Bridges washed, about 75 Enid businesses flooded, paving damaged, rail traffic disrupted. Damage estimated up to 2 million dollars.
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St. Louis Red Cross
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Randolph County Increases Tax Rate and Democratic Rift Rumor
Randolph County commissioners voted to raise the tax rate to 1 dollar per 100 valuation after postponing action. The plan to set it at 1.30 was discussed. Two Democratic members who opposed the measure, E C Williamson and Ed Frazier, sparked talk of a party split in the upcoming county election. N H Thomas proposed the increase, with support from H F Ragan and W C Burrow.
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Iodine Aids Farm Stock, Says Small Quantity Benefit
Iodine in very small quantities is said to have a very beneficial effect on all farm stock. The report notes potential improvements in health and productivity among cattle and poultry.
Liner's Return Voyage Brings Heavy Tea and Food Cargo
The Der engaria completed a transatlantic voyage to England carrying more than one ton of tea and coffee, two tons of bacon, two tons of butter, twenty tons of potatoes and twenty two tons of meat.
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Death's Head Moth Emits Mouse-Like Squeaks
The Deaths Head moth, once common, is now rarely seen and is noted for emitting squeaks almost as loud as a mouse, highlighting unexpected sound production in this species.
How To Stop Offensive Foot Odors
A home remedy claim suggests rubbing Moone's Emerald Oil on feet at bedtime to neutralize perspiration and odors instantly. The ad promises cooling effects, relief from swelling, and renewed comfort during hot weather.
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