Thoughtful reflections on speech and consequence
A December 17, 1994 note quotes Psalms 140 11 and Tasso contrasting harm from cruel talk with the idea that one should bear ill will quietly rather than be spoken of negatively by others. The brief meditation centers on the power of words and personal conduct.
Golf Meeting Shows No Naval Accord Yet
Representatives of the United States Great Britain and Japan met for golf and photos in London while failing to reach a naval agreement. The piece notes public cynicism toward armament talks and calls ambassadors symbols whose value lies in posterity.
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Judge Alley Examines Biblical Writings With Legal Standards
The judge applies definitions of competent and satisfactory evidence to the gospels and other ancient sources. He cross examines the Talmud Josephus Polycarp Tacitus and more cloister sources, arguing that religious truths cannot be proven by law alone.
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Religion at the Bar: Judge Examines Jesus in Courtroom Sermon
Waynesville jurist Judge Felix E. Alley spoke to the Peacock Bible class at Wesley Memorial church on Jesus Christ as both Son of Man and Son of God. He examined the Four Evangelists as witnesses, applying legal proofs to religious facts.
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A SAFER TRAFFIC MOVEMENT THROUGH STRONGER ENFORCEMENT
Stricter enforcement of local traffic regulations over recent days has yielded calmer driving and greater safety for both drivers and pedestrians. The push aims for ongoing, consistent enforcement to sustain safer streets, even if it irks those who ignore the law.
Yawning Cues in a Domestic Radio Tale
A fragment notes yawning linked to a patient listening to stories from a radio and a husband. The text suggests the cause may be unrelated to the room, implying a domestic setting and routine events like milk delivery.
No News Is Bad News Says Inferred In Wit
The passage uses satirical prose on news, language, and politics with references to New Deal policies and the electric chair. It notes an off week in North Carolina and questions war profits and peace. It critiques clever people who avoid discussing topics they should know.
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Automobiles Inspire Churches to Revisit Knee Action
A quip notes that removing knee action from cars may prompt churches to reintroduce it to congregations. The line links automotive practice to church outreach, suggesting a cultural touchpoint without stating a concrete action.
Reminder of Governor Allen's Henchman Initials O
In a brisk note the piece recalls the initials of Governor Allen's ally. It muses on the crowded holiday season and the anxiety of unfinished shopping as Christmas approaches. The tone is reflective and lightly skeptical about wrapping up year end demands.
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One way to effect peaceful county consolidation
Officials discuss border meetings to gauge and align potential county mergers. The plan imagines mapping outlines to determine which areas could be incorporated or dissolved as part of a regional consolidation effort.
Speculative History Through Lived and Lost Figures
A reflective note on how history might shift if key individuals had longer lives or died earlier, exploring alternate outcomes and the fragility of historical timelines.
Rushed Cuban Return Case Cited in European Escape Tale
Gerrardo Michado flees Europe to avoid exile back to Cuba for trial, while recalling energy magnate Samuel Insull as a comparison to his legal peril. The note hints at international pursuit and political risk surrounding his case.
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Green Hat bootlegger sparks long Washington session rumors
The man with the Green Hat, known unofficial Capitol bootlegger, is in Washington and signals a drawn out Congress session may follow. This cryptic movement hints at extended political maneuvering amid current debates.
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Kansas Farmer Kills Two-Headed Snake with Four-Leg Signs
A Kansas farmer reports killing a snake he claimed had two heads and four legs. The incident surfaces amid ongoing Kansas prohibition policies and debates.
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Mark stop streets to aid motorists in High Point
The High Point police department has launched a traffic safety campaign and urges marking stop streets citywide. Clear large signs would reduce confusion for visiting and local drivers, helping enforce laws while educating the public to minimize accidents.
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Sleepy Time Gal in Round Grove Case
A Round Grove Illinois woman with a ten day yawning spell seeks aid from a doctor. The physician offers few details leaving uncertainty about cause. Possible triggers include dull speeches sermons or partner neglect in the case.
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America Faces the Music Through the Low Mood
Bruce Catton argues a post crash trend shows a rise in first rate music in America. He notes 50 to 60 regular orchestras, 60 to 100 members each, plus varied funding from taxpayers, CWA aid, ticket sales, and cooperatives. He cites examples in Baltimore Newark Indianapolis Omaha Kalamazoo and others, attributing growth to lower costs and rising musical taste.
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Be Satisfied How Best Man Faces Troubles Says Riley
The quoted line from James Whitcomb Riley counsels laying aside contentions and doing one’s best. It notes that success often comes with troubles, and that effort matters more than blame or praise. The sentiment reflects Riley’s rustic, practical wisdom.
LICKED Con servatives Yield in New Deal Credit Clash
The piece portrays a quiet surrender by regional Federal Reserve leaders to New Deal policy. It outlines three changes: the Open Market Committees to follow Washington, the Fed Advisory Council off limits on policy critics, and regional securities purchases aligning with Treasury aims. The article notes Morgenthau dominance and no central bank legislation. It labels insiders optimistic yet cautious about utilities and taxes.
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Diary notes from New York social whirl and literary chatter
A day that follows Dean Ackerman and Ewing Galloway through Manhattan rooms and receptions. Kathryn Carver and Ruth Bryen Owen appear among the social set as Belathens and Christys guests converse. Hergesheimer contemplates leaving fiction and lampoons modern letters amid a day of theatre and Broadway viewing.
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Salling Baruch Returns to Country Life in Miami
Salling Baruch, longtime silver haired boulevardier now a year round Miami resident, returns to the soil by building model farms on several acres of land.
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Washington Rumors Spotlight Swinging Officials
Washington gossip centers on Swanson becoming Secretary of the Navy and Vandenberg joining the Senate Munitions Inquiry while Roosevelt’s inner circle includes Swanson Baruch and Johnson. Butler contemplates a long WCAU broadcast contract as Dern and MacArthur clash over a potential second term. Ginger Rogers is pegged as a top screen figure amid salon chatter. Dr Dafoe visits Washington warning about cold weather baby outings.
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Notable New York Gossip and Square Mile Anecdotes
A fragmented column notes the Wupperman family in the patent medicine field and the Morgan brothers turning to acting. Reuben the delicatessen king expands his empire while Plaza-area plans draw curious crowds. Ghostly NY anecdotes touch on Joe Bisswell, Harry Richman, Paul Whiteman and Irving Caesar amid local nightlife and rumors.
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Phantom Plans Scrutinized by Cautious Guild
A surge of concern prompts a cinema guild to warn against fake plans and staged tricks that spoil the film experience. Critics caution: avoid dummy setups and deceptive edits that mislead audiences.
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