The Ku Klux Klan versus democracy and fascism
The piece argues the Ku Klux Klan is fascist in conception despite its disguise as a lodge. It condemns its rhetoric, warns that Klan leadership promotes anti democratic subversion, and contrasts it with communist subversion while urging informed, independent voting over mob action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ku Klux Klan
South Carolina
Knights of Old
The
Klan
Whiteville
North Carolina
Grand Dragon
City Building Inspector Condemns Unsafe Homes
J P Jones earns praise for condemning unfit local homes to protect sanitation and safety. The measure aims to remove hazards, reduce fire risk, and curb disease, signaling a broader program to improve community health in High Point.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. P. Jones
Jones
High Point
Tax Court Rejects Termite Damage Deduction Claim
The Tax Court disallowed Martin Rosenberg's 1947 deduction for $1800 termite damage as not an abrupt casualty. It cited that only sudden events qualify under other casualty. The ruling notes the damage was not shown to be sudden or recent and jokes that faster termites might have changed the outcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martin Rosenberg
U. S
Bradley players implicated in bribe disclosures shock Peoria
Eight Bradley University basketball players are named as bribe takers amid a wider scandal hitting New York city colleges. Bradley halted appearances at Madison Square Garden last winter, signaling concern over influence of unsavory offers. The piece notes bribery has no geographic or social bounds beyond cities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bradley University
New York City
Little Bradley
Peoria
America
Madison Square Garden
Inside Dope From Madam President On Dewey
Washington gossip reveals a National Federation of Women Republicans club member sharing confidential quips about Gov. Thomas Dewey. The excerpts mention a Hawaii delegate Joseph R. Surrington, a Hawaii theme, and playful references to Dewey’s height and attire.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gov. Tom Dewey
Washington
National Federation of Women's Republican Clubs
Privis
Coma
Thomas
E. Dewey
Joseph R. Surrington
Hawaii
Promoting Culture At Home Versus International Subsidies
The piece argues against using American tax dollars for European and Asian cultural endeavors while domestic arts face taxation. It praises Serge Koussevitzky’s Tanglewood influence and questions future of the school and scholarships without funds, urging focus on American culture and music.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
Ford Foundation
Congress
Howard Fast
Orson Welles
South America
Joe Staland
Metropolitan Opera Association
United States
Metropolitan
America
Chestras
Parvenus
Philharmonic
New York
Boston
Tanglewood
Serge
Bayed
Koussevitzky
Tzky
Charles Munch
Quotes on independence and leadership in political groups
A fragmented excerpt quotes officials urging independent thought within labor and political organizations. It warns against leaders seeking only yes men as groups grow, attributing the remark to Senator Paul Hlas of Illinois.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sen
Paul H,las
Vacation Musings on Work and Writing Traditions
A composed column recounts a writer’s career shift from weekly pieces to daily work and proofing, and reflects on vacation, curiosity, and the value of firsthand experience. It cites Arnold of Rugby, quotes poems, and ends with holiday wishes and a brief political nod.
New York Columnists and the Quest for Fame
In New York a discourse on columnists contrasts the urge to write with the need for credible voice. Readers send money and solicitations, while amateurs chase fame through sensational, emotional tales and personal life narratives.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Ender
Terry Nn
Robert L Thompson
Trogon Gleaiellen Mae
N. C
Enterprise
George Dixon
Farrington
Pacific
Gov. i
Australia
Dewey
Randolph
Les Collins
Gop
Crossley
George Sokolsky
Fillywood
Iris Tomas
W. A. Bivins
Arnold
Edwin Mims
Dr. Mims
North
Lord Mancroft
House of Lords
Khosrow Ghashghal
Iran
Asher Burdick
N. D
By Jack Lait
Amam
Pectin
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!