It is better to live rich than to die rich
A brief quotation attributed to Johnson states the preference for living richly over dying wealthy.
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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1933
Page
4
A brief quotation attributed to Johnson states the preference for living richly over dying wealthy.
The piece contrasts a boycott with brotherhood as methods to support the NRA during the New Deal era. It warns against wartime hysteria and coercive enforcement while urging constructive cooperation and voluntary patronage of code adherents, praising Johnson's stance against boycotts.
The Financial News calls London’s four leading papers to stop the prize driven race that costs millions. It warns prizes from clothes to tablecloths undermine value and threaten ruin unless papers win readers on news merit and editorial skill. Public opinion backs restraint.
The Monitor argues the United States can build a broad cooperative effort without resorting to boycotts or mass hysteria. It warns that neighbor against neighbor clashes threaten the recovery program and urges government as an umpire to ensure fair play in planning a nationwide economy.
The New England Council cautions chambers of commerce to curb reckless borrowing under the NRA public works program. It urges careful, productive projects to reduce welfare costs and avoid fruitless spending seen as pork. Observers warn against vanity projects and to heed prior advice to prevent future bond defaults.
An Indiana crash where a lumbering truck sideswiped an improvised bus, killing several and fleeing the scene, underscores truck dangers on main highways. The incident fuels public sentiment favoring railroads in the freight business dispute and calls for tighter trucking oversight.
Bruce Datton argues that Washington power shifts echo Gerard’s ruling-circle list and that current programs aim to return control of national destinies to the electorate. He frames this as a pivotal, long struggle to adapt democracy to mass production and finance. He also notes a culture shift toward frankness about unread classics in a separate Books column.
Some concerns lag in adopting new ideas yet the modern beauty shop thrives by embracing the newest wrinkle trend.
A zoo expert argues that giraffes top the cost list due to high overhead. The remark highlights how care, space, and specialized needs drive up expenses for this tall species.
A lighthearted note compares baseball catchers gear to household games and cautions about using sports equipment outside the park. The remark humorously links shin guards with a domestic card game scene.
Al Capone is assigned work at the Atlanta prison shoe factory. He gains a consolation that his earnings this year are not subject to income tax.
Prague inventor unveils a car that runs on sugar as fuel. The project highlights a novel engine concept aimed at a sweeter powered ride and potential for greener motoring.
A short witty line contrasts the old fashioned view of romance with the modern preference for makeup and kissing. The remark highlights changing social attitudes toward relationships and appearance.
A Cleveland Ohio post office reportedly offers beer in its cafeteria raising questions about policy and access. The report notes potential volume changes and concerns over service standards.
A Daily Letter item reports pacifists losing a Navy related peace program challenge. The piece notes ongoing questions about relief funds for West Virginia and TVA hiring inquiries raising scrutiny of personal questions. The tone mirrors a congressional or administrative briefing.
Washington reports the pacifists, once able to curb Navy strength, protested when Roosevelt redirected $240,000,000 from the public works fund to the Navy under the recovery act. They then pressed Army public works cuts and rallied for a strong Geneva disarmament program reconvening in October.
Dorothy Detzer of the Woman's International League for Peace and Freedom calls for proof that 85 percent of naval building expenses go to labor from Secretary Swanson. She demands repeal of the Japanese Exclusion Act, immediate withdrawal of the Atlantic fleet from the Pacific, leaving only the Pacific fleet, and withdrawal of marines from China.
Dame Rachel Croddy, 12 years head of the League of Nations social service section, visiting the United States after arriving from England around the bank holiday, noted in Canada, asks why Americans are suddenly cheerful and prospering after a period of misery and low spirits.
Huey Long suffers another setback as Senate Leader Joe Robinson of Arkansas gains honors over Long in the rice section of the agricultural adjustment administration. The rice crop spans Louisiana Arkansas and Texas, with Louisiana the largest producer. Long wanted a New Orleans associate as chief but Charlies G. Miller, Robinsons brother in law, was chosen.
The Tennessee Valley Authority denies requesting job applicants sign a pledge while applicants allege coercive wording. They say a standard question asks about intoxication use and a reference inquiry asks whether the applicant's wife is an asset or liability, drawing public discussion.
Governor Kump urged extra relief funds as Harry Hopkins rejected expanding federal aid. Hopkins said 95 percent of West Virginia relief comes from the federal government and will not exceed 60 percent. Kump may call a special session to provide the remaining 40 percent. Alice Roosevelt Longworth and Ruth Hanna McCormick Simms are vacationing at a Massachusetts seashore resort away from Washington concerns.
Judge Thornton clarifies the dispute between Sue and a man over why her dismissal is necessary. Sue resists revealing the real reason while insisting she can continue working and that her pride is not hurt. The father of Jack questions whether his son knows the true motive behind the action.
In a strained workplace drama, a judge contemplates resigning to pursue an outside position while supporting a candidate for his court. Sue arranges a replacement, suggesting Margaret Barnes, the daughter of a wealthy ally who lacks a steady job. The move hints at political connections and shifting power.
Raleigh reports that the Atlantic storm caused about 40 000 in damage to North Carolina's beach highway along the Dare county bar from the Wright Memorial bridge to Manteo. A six mile stretch suffered damage with two miles of pavement washed away near Kitty Hawk life station. Nags Head area remained flooded but with little additional damage expected.
A puzzle style clue set asks who the pictured novelist is and notes the lady’s fame for stories and popular characters. The entry lists many vertical and horizontal hints including terms for anatomy, crafts, and literature while naming the author’s notoriety.
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