Behind the Scenes in Washington by Rodney Dutcher
Washington readers are reminded of wartime debates as neutrality laws return to Congress. The piece outlines figures like Senator Norris and Woodrow Wilson, noting shifts in opinion about the war and the role of Morgan firm influence. It recounts exchanges among Lamont, Floyd, and Balet on the war’s causes, with references to Page and Wilson and the broader political dialogue.
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Washington
Congress
George W. Norris
Woodrow Wilson
Morgan
Thomas W. Lamont
Morgan& Co
New York Times
Robert L. Duffus
Morgan Firm
United States
F Lamont
Opinson
William Floyd
Drieclor
Fence Patriots
Ambassador Page
Longton
Page
Great Britain
J. P. Morgan
Floyd
Lamont
Nye
Hea
St. Louis
Wilson
del Rio
Newton D. Baler
Kay
Wilkin
Guker
Oswald Garrison Villard
Heywood Broun
Baler
Oley Bacinig
Whr
Verlain
New York
Smd
Washngton
Dakernd Lamont
Doeryine
Woodrow Wilsum
Vso
Yank
Stephen Raushenhuadh
Sothern Teller
Anthe Geasany
Germany
Death of Rogers Rated No 1 Story of Year by A P
The year’s top story, per Associated Press readers, was the death of Will Rogers and Wiley Post in an Alaska plane crash. Rogers, a famed humorist and columnist, and aviator Post captivated a wide audience, fueling record newspaper sales nationwide. Close behind was the Hauptmann Lindbergh kidnapping verdict and death sentence, a case that stunned the nation and dominated coverage.
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Death of Rogers
A.P
J. M. Kendrick
Associated Press
New York
Will Rogers
Wiley Post
Point Barrow
Alaska
Rogers
Post
Sen
Ten Blyzest Stories Here Wee He Ten Highest News Stories
The list highlights ten top stories of the year compiled by M. Kendrick of Associated Press bureau, including Rogers and Post plane crash death, Haupt-TATE trial conviction, Huey P Long assassination, economic battles against the New Deal, war in Bullywind Ethi, the German rearmament, sinking of the Mohawk, Midwest dust storms, George Wager Hauser kidnapping, and Barbary Ai yfon's divorce.
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M. Kendrick
Associatedl Press
Rogers and Post
Germany
Sinkie
Midwest
George Wager
Hauser
Unclear fragment clues political figure shooting incident
Reported fragment references Huey P. Long and a physician shot by bodyguards amid ongoing public interest. Details are incomplete and unclear in the surviving text.
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Nlor
Huey P. Long
Balan Reyne
de. C. A. Weiss
Long
Hlyd
White Christmas in Prospect Brings Snow Across Region
Snow began before noon and continued into afternoon in Prospect and surrounding towns. Reports describe a white Christmas feel with snowfall stretching toward Texarkana and Bal Springs while Little Rock awaited fuller coverage. Residents noted the storm’s northeastward push and observed powdery accumulation across several locales.
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Paints
Texarkana
Bal Springs
Little Rock
Auto and Textile Industries Reach High Since 1930
New York reports the auto and cotton textile sectors near a 193 percent high six years after the crash. The industry plans to produce about 3.78 million units this year and aims for 4.5 million next year. Manufacturers cite wage boosts and a $100,000,000 pledge for plant expansion as proof of recovery and stabilized employment despite slim profits.
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New York
Associated Press
Harvel
Bosties
Ciifetaing
Utl
New Life Stirring in Macao Port With China Clippers
Reports describe Macao as a historic Portuguese outpost in China and a growing trans Pacific air link hub. The arrival of the first air clipper in the harbor signals a new phase for "The Monte Carlo of the East" as trade and influence edge toward Hong Kong, while Macao remains tied to gambling, opium, and colonial remnants amid a changing regional balance.
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Macao
NEA
Monte Carlo
China
Vasco de Gama
Henry the Navigator
Suez
Portugal
Europe
Hong-Hong
Canton River
Peninsulu
Wong Eig
Nong Kong
Macau
Finetan
Hoverumunl
Luis de Canoes
Dortugiese Peel
California
Pacific
Ethiopians Take 10 Italian Tanks in Frontline Action
An Ethiopian government communique said Ethiopian troops recaptured Enda Silasi and Dega Shah, west of Aksum, from Italians. It reported heavy Italian losses and that 10 Italian tanks were captured. In Rome, Mussolini dismissed Franco British peace proposals and ordered the East Africa campaign to continue.
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Addis Ababa
Ethiopia
iCopyight Associated Press
Dedjaz
Aycus
Tropps
Norethe
Enda Silasi
Aksum
Dega Shah
Healygnores
Europe
Rome
Italy
Associated Pressi
Mussoini
Thelma Todd Best Loved Comedienne
Hollywood notes on Thelma Todd a beloved comedienne who left teaching auditions for film work after Miss Myrasetus title. The piece recalls her rise in silent era and a sudden death prompting mourning in the industry and fans.
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Thelma Todd
Hollywood
Thelmi Foud
Holly Wool
Miss Myrsaelusets
Piewuiennt
Charlie AbAgy Ropers
Thelma
Annual Dinner of Fire Department Highlights City Leaders
Hope Fire Department members and city officials gathered Friday night at the New Capital Hotel for their annual dinner. Mayor Albert Geives City Attorney W. S. Atkins and Alderman FD Henry spoke, praising departmental efficiency and the five fire units.
China Fears Japs Plan to Seize All China
Report from Hong Kong papers highlights a claim that Japanese aims include seizing all of China. Names and terms are garbled, but the piece discusses a proposed restoration of a Qing-era figure and a leadership council setup affecting northern China.
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China
Hong Kong
Mai Gen
Kenji Doshua
Pepadturl
Hojah-Chahiar
Thelma Todd Death Ruled Accident by Coroner Jury
Los Angeles authorities expressed uncertainty over Thelma Todd death. A coroner’s jury ruled probable accidental poisoning from car exhaust but urged further probe. Grand jury to hear witnesses as investigators counter alternate murder theories. Six people had reported hearing or seeing her around dawn after a Hollywood party.
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Thelma Todd
Los Angeles
Cantry Wares
Hhe County
George Rochester
Calli
George Johnson
Johnson
Cliffside
Miss Todd
Alex Hounie
Hounie
Blaine Stead
Homnle
Hindi Yogi Ends Fast After 43 Days in Allabahad
An Indian guru in Allahabad reportedly survived a 43 day fast with no food water or oil. He was said to have entered samadhi amid reports of white ants biting and a suspension of bodily needs. The account describes remarkable endurance and spiritual focus as observers note his continued abstention from sustenance.
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Magus
Europe
Portugal
Enraya
Patna
Pioeushi
Peteval
Allahabad
Iixlia
Welfare funds tied to sales tax in Arkansas debate
A legislative scramble over using 35 percent of sales tax to fund welfare and old age pensions faces questions of appropriations. Officials estimate annual revenue near 1.05 million if allocated, while current monthly disbursements of 75 counties at 75 000 strain available funds. A state review of national social security measures is awaited for guidance.
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Staficinls
Wiseman
Welfare Commission
Legislati
Congress
Arkansas
Oc Commission
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Atetaledt Press
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