Fortunes and dynasties in American history examined
An article discusses fortunes from the Astors to Carnegies, noting how today’s heirs hold only a fraction of earlier wealth. It argues fortunes often break apart across generations, preventing enduring dynasties and caste-like lines, with references to Rockefeller and Mellon legacies.
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Wiliam “Waldorf Astor
Vincent Astor
Andrew Carnegie
Hall
Flynn
Rockefellers
Mellons
Doolittle Voted America’s Best Pilot in Poll
Former crack Army aviator James Doolittle was named America’s best pilot in a Lowell Thomas led poll of U.S. airmen. The article credits him with pioneering blind flying and testing aircraft, ranking him above Lindbergh Byrd and Chamberlain, per Hot Springs New Era.
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James Doolittle
Thermy
America
Ted States
Lowell Thomas
Thomas
Doore
Lindbergh
Byrd
Chamberlain
Doolittle
al Williams
Casey Jones
Bert Costa
Confidential Census Proposal Draws Mixed Editorial Reaction
A proposed law would require Census Bureau delivery of illiterate residents' names and addresses to state officials for use in literacy campaigns. Critics warn against eroding confidentiality, while supporters call it beneficial, though the paper urges no broader precedent. Weather and spending notes follow, mentioning Syracuse autos versus food and damp conditions.
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Congress
Census Bureau
Neyereless
Sam
Washington D C Letters on Bipartisan Cooperation
The article notes Democrats and Republicans endorse cooperation to aid national welfare but expect continued party splits. It discusses Hawley Smoot tariff, farm relief, Wagner unemployment bill, and potential shifts with the 72nd Congress. Republicans accept the bid through Senator Watson while Democrats delay concrete programs awaiting future conditions.
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Ashiungton
House
Robert F.wagner
New York
Walsh
Montana
Raskoh
G. O. P. Shirend
Jim Watson
Hoover Ins
Tariff Commission
House of the Senate
Colby’s New Marching Tune Spars with Stein Song Fame
SBARRS Colby unveils a marching tune aiming to rival the Stein song. Analysts doubt its croon value, while Upton Sincksir, misidentified with Sinclair Lewis, hopes Nobel judges erred in awarding him.
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Colby
Maine
Stein
Upton Sincksir
Sinclair Lewis
Judegs
Johns Hopkins Experts Claim Tiny Cold Microbe Cannot Be Seen
The article quips at Johns Hopkins experts declaring the common cold microbe is too small for the most powerful microscope. It humorously notes Gene Tunney defending a suit before Judge Hatting and predicts a greeting of "Hi Hatting" when meeting the judge.
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Johns Hopkins
Gene Tunney
King Tut Wheat Flourishes in Canada at Rabson Farm
Trail British Columbia reports Rabson resident Charles A Barry grows ancient seed wheat named King Tut after Tutankhamen. Seeds from Tutankhamen's tomb were opened in 1922 and distributed to Alberta growers in 1926. Barry notes the wheat is soft with low milling value but valued for antiquity and will be replanted next year.
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Borry
Barry
Rockefeller Estate Becomes Golf Club For Executives
The vast Rockefeller estate in Cleveland will be transformed into an exclusive golf links run by John D. Rockefeller Jr. The project ties into the Forest Hills residential area and aims to serve young executives and business men with limited membership for local residents and a few invited outsiders.
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Cleveland
W.P
John D. Rockefeller Sr
John’ D. Rockefeller
Rockefeller
Fox
Adt Nony
Forest Hills
Konjola touted as health enhancer by Joplin woman
A 70 year old Joplin resident, Mrs William P Burk, credits Konjola with restoring her appetite, easing bladder weakness, back pains and weight loss after a flu. She reports steady health gain and urges others to try the medicine sold at Briant's Drug Store in Hops Ark and in surrounding towns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William P. Burk
Nelson Street
Joplin
Paris Cocktail Shakers Threaten to Quit Work
Paris reports the Barmen's Union of Paris threatening a strike over labor demands including shorter hours standardized minimum pay health and sickness insurance and compensation. Union officials delivered a model contract to the Labor Minister seeking government support to strengthen their hand against employers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
U.F
Prisoner Tells Judge About Four Years Drunk
Anthony Terensky, 40, before Judge Edward J. Mainet on a liquor possession charge pleaded he was drunk and not responsible for four years. The judge noted he had liquor for some time and sentenced four months in jail to sober up.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Detroit
U.A
Anthony Terensky
Edward J. Mainet
Poursey
Mainet
French Plan Special Cigars For the Women
Paris reports a fashion inspired campaign as France plans to issue special cigars for women. The effort, tied to wartime morale, aims to provide luxury items to boost domestic spirit while tensions of conflict persist.
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France
M. Blondeau
Spectator Breaks Leg as Home Team Tumbles
In Prairie City Iowa Mrs Nate Waddle broke her leg when players from Prairie City high school football collided out of bounds burying her under a mass of players. She was watching her two sons play and suffered the injury amid the rough play.
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Prairie City
Nate Waddle
Nails
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