Greensboro Expects Now to Re open Bank
Greensboro readiness to reopen its bank follows the near completion of a stock drive. The United Bank and Trust, formerly Greensboro Bank and Trust, faced collapse and loss to farmers and villagers. Receivership continues, but canvassers are within 11 000 of 500 000 needed to resume operations. Greensboro spirit praised for investor effort, with High Point noted for its earlier bank closing.
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Greensboro
United Bank and Trust Company
Greensboro Bank and Trust
High Point
The Tragedy of Samuel Insull
Bruce Catton profiles Samuel Insull’s rise from humble beginnings to a vast American empire then its sudden collapse. The aging magnate returns to England in receivership with debts and a modest pension as the era of rapid expansion ends and a soberer national mood begins. Also notes auto mobile death toll drop yet remains a national disgrace with about 70 deaths daily.
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Insull
America
England
Travelers Insurance Co
Two-thirds rule looms at Democratic convention fight
The two-thirds rule may decide the Democratic National Convention struggle as Roosevelt backers seek to abolish it while opponents led by Al Smith resist. The clash centers on whether a majority vote could cancel the rule and nominate Roosevelt despite the historic requirement, with control of the chair and rules handling pivotal roles.
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Washington
Roosevelt
al Smith
Champ Clark
Martin van Buren
Walsh
Tom Walsh
Montana
Jouett Shouse
Portance
Shouse
McAdoo
Viva Voce
Political maneuvering over party rules at upcoming convention
The piece discusses the two thirds rule, Roosevelt’s candidacy, and party strategy. It notes opponents argue Roosevelt would be weak and that delegates are split. It suggests abolition efforts hinge on pre convention state meetings, which historically faded unless a strong frontrunner emerged.
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Roosevelt
Smith
McAdoo
Wet newspaper claim on nationwide referendum for Eighteenth Amendment
The writer defends a constitutional path to repealing the Eighteenth Amendment via Article Five. He argues a valid referendum must follow two thirds and three fourths ratification routes, and that a popular referendum by itself is illegitimate. He accuses wets of bluffing and urges adherence to constitutional processes.
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Enterprise
House
Congress
House of Congress
We Are Easily Fooled by What We Love Mothers
A brief reflection citing Jeremiah 20 8 warns against false prophecy and deceit from prophets and diviners. The piece notes human susceptibility to deception driven by affection, focusing on mothers as a central theme.
Why England Should Act With Firmness
An editorial argues Governor Moore’s defense of New Jersey police in Violet Sharpe’s case will not sway public opinion. It asserts Britain should condemn third degree tactics and use of torture, praising personal rights protections and suggesting England can teach America about true human liberty.
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Violet Sharpe
England
New World
Objects to Press Helping Its Own Competition
The Ventura Free Press reports that radio stations as competitors are using news gathered by press agencies funded by newspapers. A questionnaire shows 633 of 757 clients oppose broadcasting press news to radio, with over 90 percent deeming the policy wrong in principle.
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High Point
N. C
Ventura Free Press
California
the Free Press
Farmers Not Fearful Sheriff Says Carolina Expert
Dr. David R. Coker of Hartsville in the first issue of The Carolinas magazine urges farmers to keep improving lands and eroding less through crop rotation and legumes. He says balanced farming with crop diversification and pedigreed seed can yield profits without debt, keeping money crops limited to soils with good humus.
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Carolinas
David R. Coker
Hartsville
D. C
Charlotte
Dr. Coker
Public Service News Bulletins and Radio Competition
Publishers favor free distribution of extraordinary public service news bulletins to all radio stations. The survey indicates 633 newspapers, a minority group, may not reflect full competition. Radio organizations might create their own reporting staff to compete on a different basis.
Hoover Faces Delicate Decision on Curtis as Running Mate
The article discusses a potential disruption in the Chicago Republican ticket as Curtis could be removed. It weighs drafting Dawes for vice president, the political risks of removing Curtis, and whether Hoover will turn against Curtis, stressing the President's need for a careful choice.
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Chicago
G. O. P. Assembly
Hoover
Curtis
Dawes
Farm promotional lines on maximizing crop yields and sales
A set of agrarian guidance emphasizes handling and packing for attractive sale, selling through trusted agencies to protect farmers and ensure maximum prices, using farm democratation agents and agricultural colleges for advice, and keeping informed by reading agricultural literature and visiting successful farms.
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Agricultural College
Seabury Raises Thorny Albany Issue for Roosevelt
Mr Seabury sends a communication to Governor Roosevelt outlining a tough problem centered on Mayor Walker. The New York lawyer presents substantive charges that resist simple political dismissal and demand careful government response. The piece notes the issue is highly troublesome for Albany and will require a considered reply in due time.
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Roosevelt
Citywide Employee Residency Laws Spark Jokes
The statement jokes about cities passing residency rules for workers and jokes that next they will require daily in person attendance. It reflects skepticism about municipal control and practicality of home city mandates.
Bridge Critique Sparks Debate Among Players and Wives
A physician’s jab at contract bridge as a moron’s game stirs a debate inviting wives who play with their husbands to weigh in on the pastime’s skill and strategy.
Poetry and golf collide in a writer's view on emotion
A writer argues poetry springs from strong feelings and notes it is a pity more golfers do not explore poetry as a outlet.
Texas Boxer Imagines Opponent From Saxro Phone Record
A Texas boxer trains by listening to a saxro phone record before entering the ring. He pictures his challenger as the man who produced it, a belief the piece suggests he clings to as he prepares for confrontation.
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Texas
Reformer Questions Tobacco Waste Cost
A reformer asks what a man gains from wasting money on tobacco and warns a sharp scolding if ashes are dropped on the rug.
Sue Hides From Jack in Arnold Page Office
Sue hides from Jack as he arrives at a downtown office building owned by Page. She warns Mr. Page her husband cannot know she works there and hurries to use the back stairs to avoid the elevator. She fears discovery while publishers request the first chapters.
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Sue
Jack Sue
Arnold
Page
Jack
Waiting for Jack in the hall of the brownstone
Sue sits in a small hall awaiting Jack, watching the elevator and the noon mail routine. She battles emotion as she contemplates confession to Jack about working for Arnold Page. A potential plan with Nancy forms as Jack finally appears at the stairs behind her.
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Jack
Sue
Arnold Page
Page
Nancy
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A long list of horizontal and vertical crossword clues about Islam keywords including Quran terms, gods, gods, and related words with varied definitions and wordplay hints.
Venezuela Builds Mountain Highway To Colombia Link
A modern automobile highway has been built by Venezuela to connect with a parallel Andes crossing in Colombia, promising access to elevations up to 14,100 feet.
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Andes Mountains
Venezuela
Colombia
Austro Hungarian Offensive Probed on Italian Front
On June 15 1918 Austro Hungarian forces massed for a major offensive along a 9.7 mile line from the Asiago Plateau to the Adriatic Sea while German troops retreated on the Osse front. Secretary Baker announced over 800000 American soldiers were in France and engaging in large scale fighting on the western front.
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Osse
Asiago
Pilate
Newton D. Baker
France
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