Pact in the Name of Sweet Peace Blocks Four Power Pact
The piece argues Britain balks at Mussolini’s four power pact for Europe and warns that openly arrived covenants may be as dangerous as secret ones. Ramsay MacDonald favors joining the entente with France and Germany, while critics question the motive and effect on small nations. The author urges continued blockade by Britain.
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Great Britain
Europe
Ramsay MacDonald
Mussolini
France
Germany
Budget Battle in North Carolina House Advances More Cuts
In Raleigh the House debates appropriations with departments facing steep reductions. Observers expect Senate amendments, then a conference. Even with tax increases, a 25 percent cut in agency costs may persist, with public schools facing drastic funding losses and teacher pay reductions looming.
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House of Representatives
Raleigh
Senate
Appropriations
General Assembly
Charles Carroll of Carrollton the wealthiest signer
The article portrays Charles Carroll of Carrollton as one of the most notable yet least understood signers of the Declaration of Independence. It notes his wealth, dedication to the patriot cause, and roles as a national symbol of Catholic emancipation and independence. It also details his 95 years of public life in three phases and his bold pledge of confiscation risk if the Revolution failed.
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Charles Carroll
Carrollton
Maryland
Carroll
Joseph Gunn
John Hancock
The False Start of the Hitler Regime
A critical assessment argues that Hitler’s rise was a product of the era and shows how Mussolini’s ascent surprised many observers, challenging assumptions about the durability of dictatorial power.
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Hitler
The Ebb and Flow of Spring and Common Human Wants
A reflective piece contrasts the old soap slogan He Won't Be Happy Till He Gets It with broader human needs. It laments global hunger and warps toward spring themes, noting how progress in science and travel contrasts with daily happiness and mood. The author recalls a Neuse River boat trip and muses on outlooks, miseries, and hopeful tomorrows.
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T. A
Heaven
America
John Doe
John
New Bern
Elisabeth City
River Neuse
Debates on Youth Speech Free Thought and Prohibition
A reminiscence piece contrasts childhood restraint with today’s open expression about film morality and social change. The writer cites broadening discourse, the slow path to normalcy after wartime austerity, and urges legalizing non intoxicating beer in North Carolina while sharing personal regrets about drinking and hopes for moderation.
Picture of Russia in the Revolution and Pound’s Cantos
A review notes a diary style tale Flight From Terror showing Alya's life during Russia’s 1916 1920 upheaval and Tsarist collapse with Tcheka brutality. It also surveys Pound's A Draft of XXX Cantos praising its vivid language and Imagist influence despite mixed reception.
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Russia
John
New York
Alya
Rnsputin
Siberia
Ida Zeitlin
Bold Works Spotlight in Modern Library Selections
A survey of new Modern Library titles including Pound’s A Draft of XXX Cantos and Arrowsmith by Sinclair Lewis. The piece notes Lewis’s sharp critique of American standards, Leblanc’s From Midnight to Morning with Gerard and Baratoff, and reviews of The Woman Accused, Let Me Go, and a Maeterlinck Blue Bird stage play adaptation, plus Ludwig Lewishohn.
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Modern Library
Sinclair Lewis
Arrowsmith
the Modern Library
New York
Lewis
McGurk Institute
Martin Arrowsmith
Max Gottliebe
Martin
Gustaf Sandelius
Mr. Lewis
Crusader
Macaulay
M. Leblang
Gerard
Arsene Lupin
Ivan Baratoff
Baratoff
Nelly-Rose Destol
Pasteur Institute
France
Destols
Nelly- Rose
Hitler rises by bold reform not justice says critic
The author argues that global mood favors bold reformers and notes Hitler’s ascent in Germany under wartime-like powers. He warns that letting the Nazi party carry out Jewish oppression in the name of unification degrades the national movement and risks dictatorship.
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Hitler
Germany
What a World Needs Today Jesus in the Sunshine Hour
The speaker laments a world torn by unbridled progress and asks what ails nations and humanity. He blames self made systems and urges a return to simple faith. He argues true happiness comes from unselfish living and embracing Christian neighborliness. He cites a past of calmer life and music as a model.
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High Point
Jesus
America
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Lao Young
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Vicki Bai
Vina Delmar
Sophie Kerr
Ursula Parrott
J. P. McEvoy
Maurice Leblanc
Flora Sandstorm
H. C. Kinsey & Co
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Paris
Gombrero Sachs
Mitsia
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James Everard
Sombrero Sachs
Mikela
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Sachs
Mitzia
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Green Mask Dramatic Club
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Mytyl
Tybyl
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Rambler’s Note
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