Anniversary of New Yorks first playground landmark
The June 19 date marks the 50th anniversary of New York City’s 1887 land set aside for children in the slums to play. The idea faced criticism as a taxpayer burden but grew into a national municipal investment. The essay urges reflection on civic responsibility and social progress since then.
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The Introvert Child and the Drive for Self Mastery
A reflective piece on child psychology contrasting introverts with extroverts, exploring how insecurity can fuel determination and focus. It argues true happiness comes from service and purpose, not boastful prowess, noting many historic greats emerged from inferior roots and valued deep friendships.
Ancient Indian Village Likely Beneath Stanton Neb
PWA workers digging a sewer extension in Stanton Nebraska unearthed a dry white river sand layer seven feet below the surface containing hundreds of decorated pottery fragments ashes and animal bones suggesting an ancient buried village beneath the city produced during a mid 20th century excavation.
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Stanton
PWA
Slum clearance problem faces tough funding hurdles
Walter R. McCornack of the American Institute of Architects warned that slum clearance remains intractable. Building costs outrun what current residents can pay, and three remedies raise incomes, cut costs, or subsidy, all posing difficult choices for cities seeking better housing for the submerged tenth.
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Everal
American Institute of Architects
Walter R. McCornack
Institute
McCornack
Conditions Linked to Gland Secretion Causing Low Blood Pressure
The article explains that glands of internal secretion form an interlocking chain so thyroid deficiency may affect other glands. It notes heart weakness and blood composition can contribute to low pressure, and urges careful exam. Symptoms include headaches, dizziness, fatigue, and concentration issues. Some cases rise with rest or caffeine, while thyroid dosing may help under medical supervision. Some people naturally have low pressure due to body type, yet may live longer though less vigor.
Priest Skips Cornerstone Laying After Old Invitation Lost
In South Bend, Father Michael C. Gadacz will not preach at the St. Adalbert Catholic church cornerstone ceremony because the invitation, sent 14 years ago by Rt. Rev. Msgr. John W. Osadnik, was never delivered and arrived only recently.
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Ind
Michael C. Gadacz
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John W. Osadnik
St. Adalbert
Father Gadaca
Father Gadacz
Inferiority Complex and Child Happiness Debate
A fragment discusses the nightmare complex feared by mothers and the belief that an inferior child can be seen as preferable to a child cured, yet still must endure life with perceived inadequacy. It suggests doubt about radical assurances and states a personal belief amid conflicting views.
Graduation Prize Changes Coral Crandall Armstrong Life
Coral Crandall Armstrong earns Milton University Faculty Prize for 1937 amid commencement, with David Armstrong watching proudly. After a tense period over her innocence and marriage, Dean Mathews and professors back her, and Coral shares joy with her parents and Professor Maxwell. A telegram from Donna arrives as Hoyt Marquis plans a South American start over. Coral and David anticipate a summer honeymoon and a new life near Professor Maxwell, celebrating a bright future together.
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Coral Crandall Armstrong
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Hope Star Centennial Edition on sale for limited copies
Final opportunity to own the complete authentic history of 20 Southwest Arkansas towns. Centennial edition features 48 pages in six sections with 62 large historic site photos. Bound copies 50 cents, unbound 25 cents, mailed 6 cents. First come, first served with no reservations.
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Hope Star
Arkansas
Random Hollywood Snippets and Names in Brief
Paul Harrison reports from Hollywood on damp Coast weather vexing George Jessel, letters about Gypsy Rose Lee, and a flurry of studio gossip. Melvyn Douglas changes names with Helen Gahagan Douglas, and Doris Durseys announces a September birth. ув
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Gypsy Rose Lee
Emmanuel Cohen
Willie Howard
Man West
Melvyn Douglas
Helen Gahagan Douglas
Melvyn Heiselberg
Cour
George Brentnaw
Constance Worth
Jocelyn Howarth
Jay Howarth
Leslie Howard
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al Bousberg
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