Light on state spending in highway fund overrun
News from Raleigh reports the state highway commission overspent in its first year after reorganization by about two and a half million dollars beyond receipts. The overrun is blamed on commitments for new roads and raises questions about the road fund’s availability for other needs. The situation lends urgency to current budget-cut discussions.
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State Highway Commission
Raleigh
Treasury
Highway Department
New York
Highway Commission
Problem of Joblessness and One Solution
The piece argues artificial light extended factory hours created unemployment. It cites The Manufacturers' Record and The Lamp to suggest shortening the workday could boost employment. It notes 12-hour days in the 1880s would have reduced 1928 employment and highlights a long shift would idle many workers.
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United States
Standard Oil Company of
New Jersey
General plan to cut work hours to curb unemployment
The text argues a nationwide 8 to 8.5 hour shift could ease unemployment, citing William Green of the AF of L predicting 13 million out of work by next winter. It cites Standard Oil cases where a 40 hour week saved jobs, and notes workers and employers both share blame for stalled labor-cost alignment affecting the economy.
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William Green
American Federation of Labor
Standard Oil Company
Two Billion Dollar Relief Bill Prompts Debate
The senate passed a two billion dollar relief measure with presidential approval and hopes it will pass the house. The plan channels loans through the reconstruction finance corporation to corporations, not individuals, while extending public works and authorizing 300 million to states for direct relief amid criticisms of prior funding favors.
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United States
Senate
House
Washington
Congress
Reconstruction Finance Corporation
Sam
Who Holds The Money Behind American Bank Deposits
An analysis reveals large bank deposits come mainly from frugal savers who rarely use credit. Large borrowers supply only six to seven percent of average deposits, while the bulk rests with small, conservative earners who accumulate surpluses and store them for future needs.
Common Sense on Reparations by Bruce Catton
Bruce Catton surveys postwar reparations from Versailles to the Young plan, noting the shrinkage from billions to 750 million and arguing the shift reflects economic strain and renewed sanity. He argues Europe must have Germany recover to secure lasting peace and urges cautious, humane policy.
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Germany
Dawes Committee
Young Plan
Europe
Garner Eyes Vice Presidency In Democratic Bid
Washington reports say Speaker Jack Garner, a famed orator and party loyalist, may accept Roosevelt’s offer to run as vice president. Rumors swirl about deals with Rayburn and McAdoo as Garner weighs power, party service, and duty to champion Democratic policy.
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Washington
Jack Garner
Jack
United States
Chariie Curtis
Garner
Chicago
Sam Rayburn
Texas
California
America
Franklin D. Roosevelt
William Randolph Hearst
W. G. McAdoo
Roosevelt
Rayurn
McAdoo
Roosevelt- Smith
Dem
Hoover
Senate
White House
Letter Pleads for Lower Doctor Fees During Wage Slump
A reader asks physicians in the city to reduce visit and office prices as wages fall. The writer notes that $5 for a call and $3 for a visit exceed many workers' daily earnings and urges doctors and drug stores to lower charges to allow access to care.
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the Enterprise
Professor urges graduates to travel now
A college professor counsels graduates to travel, calling it essential. A Detroit judge imposes a two year silence ban on a man toward his wife, prompting sharp remarks about communication limits in marriages.
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Detroit
Big league baseballs fifth encounters demand more officials
The report jokes about needing a referee as well as an umpire at games and notes dry readings from the national Prohibition party convention in Indianapolis.
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Prohibition Party
Indianapolis
Money Stays Longer in Hard Times
The saying that money goes farther in a low mood era reflects cautious spending and longer financial resilience as households stretch budgets and save more amid economic strain. This viewpoint highlights frugal habits and delayed purchases shaping daily life.
Ex-style expert scopes backless swimsuits as unattractive
A fashion writer’s opinion sparks debate over backless bathing suits. The critic argues the styles lack appeal, implying beachgoers may favor different trends.
Solons Payroll Racket Still Waxing Strong in 1932
High Point North Carolina July 11 1932 a reader questions the Commercial National Bank closure. accuses stockholders of shielding themselves while depositors suffer. The piece mocks pay cuts and reveals Congress payroll practices with relatives, noting Speaker Garner and others benefited.
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High Point
N. C
Commercial National Bank
Solons
Wesley Memorial Methodist Church Adults Picnic at Lake
The adult members of Wesley Memorial Methodist Church plan a basket picnic at the municipal lake tomorrow at 5 pm. The event is sponsored by church school adult classes but open to all adults. Transportation will be provided for those arriving by 5 o'clock. Activities include basket supper and games such as baseball and horseshoes for men and women.
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High Point
Associated Press
N. C
Commercial National Bank
Europe
Wesley Memorial Methodist Church
The Right Time Speaker Quips Open With Time Joke
A speaker begins with a confession of limited time and a confused start. A heckler in the rear jokes to begin at the ninth minute, prompting a brief moment of audience banter.
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Speaker
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