Japan Wilted Under Anglo American Union
A 1935 editorial argues that Japan shuns naval parity with the United States and Britain, reading Anglo American naval strength as a signal of a growing alliance. It asserts Japan may retreat for now while pursuing other advances, warning that any threat to America or England could trigger stronger ties between London and Washington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Japan
United States
Great Britain
Washington
America
England
Record of High Point College Closes After Strong Year
High Point College ends a difficult year with a strong record. Dr. G I Humphreys is re elected president and given full appointment authority. The college operated within its budget with a deficit under $2000 covered by contributions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
High Point College
G. I. Humphreys
Humphreys
Millis Elected President of High Point College Board
The High Point college trustees elected H. A. Millis president Friday. He is praised for civic-mindedness and interest in community progress, with the report noting no income from endowment yet maintained enrollment and an encouraging outlook for a larger enrollment next year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. A. Millis
The Question of Price Fixing Emerges as National Issue
Price fixing in manufacturers codes rises as a national issue amid NRA debates and counter blasts. Retailing notes Roosevelt ends the review board on June 1 but expects the topic to gain urgency. Exorbitant profits seen as diverting funds from ordinary consumers and recovery efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
NRA
Darrow Committee
General Johnson
Roosevelt
Darrow
Review Board
A Beautiful Pest on the St Johns River
The water hyacinth blooms cover vast Florida waterways with lavender flowers above green mats. Non native to Florida, released from aquariums, it chokes navigation on the St Johns River. Dredging helps briefly, but roots regrow. cattle graze the infested water and new eradication ideas were discussed, including introducing water buffalo and hippos, though not tested.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spartanburg Merald
St. Johnna Fiver
Florida
St. Johns
Philippines
Africa
Birds as muses for Beethoven and other composers
A New York Times letter claims a Connecticut dawn bird sang the opening notes of Beethoven’s Fifth, suggesting composers often draw inspiration from birds and animal sounds. The writer argues such animal tunes appear in many works and that nature influences creativity widely.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Times
Erudite Journal
Connecticut
Beethoven
Possible shifts at NC education leadership attract attention
The Charlotte Observer notes statewide rumor of Dr. A T Allen moving to lead the Eastern Carolina Training School for Teachers. Clyde Erwin is floated to succeed him as state superintendent, with Raleigh and Forest City reports highlighting the potential transfer and candidate qualities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. T. Allen
North Carolina
Eastern Carolina Training School For
Raleigh
Forest City
Dr. Allen
Clyde Erwin
North Carolina Teachers’ Association
Chain letter folly questioned by skeptical reader
A reader ridicules chain letters and their supposed curses while noting inconsistencies in origins and spread. He cites failed predictions, a supposed 16 year history since a French officer started it, and anecdotes of recipients who break the chain or ignore it with no universal consequence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
Out of Chaos Sheds Light on Russia's New Order and Love
Ehrenbourg's Out of Chaos portrays the struggle between old and new Russia through Kolka and Volodia’s romance amid the construction of a vast steel plant at Knenetek. The novel contrasts the driven worker with the disillusioned student and highlights how people adapt to a rapidly changing society.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russia
Ac Bors
New York
Alexander
Mr. Ehrenbourg
Knenetek
Tomek
Ehrenbourg
Kolka Rehanov
Volodia Safonov
Irina Koreneva
Kolka
Volodia
Irina
Varies Timashova
Recreation For Girls And Women In Leisure Time
Ethel M. Bowers outlines a comprehensive guide from newborns to matron age detailing physical creative social mental and service recreation. The volume, prepared with the National Recreation Association, includes methodical activities and charts aimed at directors and volunteers guiding girls and women in wholesome use of leisure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ethel M. Bowers
Barnes
New York
National Recreation Association
Dolp Wyllards
Macaulay
Gerard Warden
Grace Lavington
Gerard
Political tax collectors spark Detroit funding allegations
Reports say a Detroit deputy internal revenue collector sought a 50 000 payment from auto manufacturers to aid the Democratic campaign deficit of 1932. The deputy acted under Horatio J. Abbott, the Detroit collector and Democratic committeeman. The episode raises questions about political influence in tax collection and partisan appointments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Post
Michigan
Detroit
Horatio J. Abbott
Tax Policy Sparks Debate Over Fund Collection Roles
The discussion centers on who should direct the collection of party funds and manage federal tax matters. Critics argue that certain situations called highly improper by the President may emerge due to current rules and discretion.
The World Turned Upside Down Recalled in Debate
In the Philadelphia Inquirer the text cites Cornwallis eraYield and a modern wheat crop forecast by Secretary Wallace as emblematic. It questions if a predicted loss would crash stocks, noting the new deal economics favor reduced agricultural outputs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Girard
Philadelphia Inquirer
Army of Cornwallis
Yorktown
Wallace
America
Petroleum V. Naseby
Toledo
Protests Flood NRA Over Cleaners Code Rumors
Washington dispatch says the National Recovery Administration received over 3,000 telegrams from small independent takers dyers and cleaners objecting to rumors that codes for service trades and intrastate firms would be abandoned. The reaction shows continued support and concern among small businesses despite criticism of NRA policies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York World-Telegram
NRA
United Press
Washington
National Recovery Administration
Takors
Dyers
Cleaners
Jamestown Weed Volume 12 May 27 1084
Jamestown Weed issue from May 27 1084 features local notices and brief items. The page includes community updates and public notices typical of a weekly town sheet.
Also Mentioned on This Page
High Point Enterprise
P. Rawley
R. B. Terry
A. A. Cecil
Geo. F. Bedwards
Walter F. Hester
Mer
Ge. M. Waynick
Indigs Point
Associated Press
Nln
Rg Fcn
York City
Chicago
Philadelphia
Mich
Kansas City
Atlanta
Prancieco
Cal
Dallas
Texas
Arlington Cemetery
Washington City
O'Hara
God's Acre
WILTS
Anglo-American Union
Greensboro Record
Charlotte Observer
Nell
Ries
By Betty and
John Mebane
Shakespeare
Samuel French
Alice Gernstenberg
Elmer Rice
Richard Mansfield
Glenn Hughes
Walter Pritchard Eaton
Saki
Arnold Bennett
Fred Alcock
Charles O'Brien Kennedy
Sabette Hughes
Albert Barker
B. P. Conkle
Takeda
John Hays Hammond
Farrar and Rinehart
W Ray DeWitt Herring
Meadow
Boston
Mr. Herring
Herring
A. KF
Germany
Anna J
Barbara Werner
Barbara
Stanley Craig
Abelly
Blackmaiiler
Burt Frankin
Empire Pubiis
Neta
Jon
Mr. J
FALR
Owl
Henry sMrTs James
McBride
Williame
Allene Corlid
Ruby M. Ayres
Miss Corliss
Farrarhart
Farrar and
Mary Austin
Mrs. Austin
Jamestown
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