Indiana Evening Gazette 1933 War Veterans Opinion Letter
In a June 24 1933 column Carter Glass remarks prompt debate on civilian duty during and after war. The piece argues veterans deserve ongoing support and questions compensation changes for soldiers versus civilians in World War I. It warns against repudiation of debts owed to soldiers and stresses national gratitude to all who served.
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Indiana County
Indiane
Oe International News Service
Indiana Evening Gazette
Evening Gazette
W. 44Th St
Chicago
Tribune Tower
Pittsburgh
Chamber of Commerce
Cutting Steiner
Glass
United States
Gratitude to Soldiers Persists Through Shifting Parties
A national sentiment toward soldiers remains strong despite political changes. The text asserts that gratitude is genuine and enduring, not mere pity, and will endure as party control alternates. It emphasizes broad public support across the American people.
Prohibition Faces New Setbacks After Election Returns
The article argues that Iowa, Connecticut, and New Hampshire elections boost wet strength, yet warns the dry cause remains vulnerable. It notes Southern Democratic states, federal politics, and party incentives as key factors shaping repeal prospects of the Eighteenth Amendment. Wayne Wheeler’s absent leadership is cited as a missed chance to unite Republicans and Democrats in favor of prohibition.
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Iowa
Connecticut
New Hampshire
Friends of Prohibition
South
Democratic Party
Republican Party
Wayne B. Wheeler
Agriculture Department Faces Major Funding Cut
The Department of Agriculture warns a mood of austerity will shrink its budget by about 87 percent from 1932 to 1934, limiting regular work and federal aid. It plans to eliminate the Market News Service and absorb cuts across experimental stations extension forestry and road funds, risking harm to farming regions nationwide.
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Department of Agriculture
Department
The
Treasury
Bureau of Agricultural Economics
United States
Labor Trouble Hits B R Ry and 2 Railway Work Site
Thirty years ago June 24 1903 the builder's Ridge branch faced a strike as about 675 laborers mostly Italians worked along Ekler's Ridge to Shelocta. A dispute over pay led to 25 joining the movement and a showdown with a posse of 19 deputies arresting nine leaders. The incident ended with jail detentions and resumed progress on the line.
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Arkwood
West Lebanon
Ring, Clement & Shoemaker
Rlder's Ridge
Ekler's Ridge
Shelocta
Parikwood
West Lebarnon
Indiana
Wettling
National Guard inspection praise and warnings from 1913 report
1913 general orders reveal Governor Tener criticizing attendance at spring National Guard drills while noting overall weak participation. Tenth Regiment led ratings. Company I Greensburg scored 99.86 percent. Indiana company praised for equipment despite a decaying armory. Encampment planned for Erie in early July.
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National Guard
John K. Tener
Guard
Wade T. Kline
Greensburg
Indiana
Blairsville
Pittsburgh
Indiana Company
Erie
Did You Ever Stop to Think About Common Sense Varieties
A brief essay contrasts differing notions of common sense across cultures and eras. It cites shirt tails, pillow comfort, and summer habits, then argues for daylight saving and a standardized month. It notes public resistance to new calendars and recalls the 1752 Gregorian shift and the London uproar over lost days.
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China
London
When Heroism Is Carried Too Far
A mixed review of Liam O Flahertys The Martyr set during Ireland s civil war days paints irregulars as self sacrificing yet confused. The piece contrasts heroic ideals with senseless conflict and notes the novel s exciting action while questioning the era s romanticism. Also discusses early ice cream history and safety practices.
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Liam O’flaherty
Ireland Free State
O'Flaherty
Ireland
Fortuna
MacMillan
Barbs Dispatches at London Conference Babel of Tongues
Dispatches describe the London Economic Conference as a babel of languages with delegates speaking English French German Spanish Russian Chinese and more yet struggling to discuss Turkey. A Utah professor urges high school courtship education as the public works bill nears passage Roosevelt prepares to tackle unemployment Hooppen Harvard plans a survey on American height and a western gas explosion tears up the town.
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London
Quotes on life, policy, and cooperation from early 20th century figures
A collection of dated opinions from professors, officials, and clerics. Frederick P Woeller and Havelock Ellis stress longevity and adaptability while Atlee Pomerene cites relief acts. Roosevelt praises Four Power pact cooperation and Bishop McConnell urges protest on global issues.
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United States
Roosevelt
Ice Cream Safety Through the Ages in America
The article traces ice cream safety from early eggs and custards to modern processing. It notes past germ contamination risks and describes how public health concerns shaped summer consumption growth in the United States.
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David W. Horn
United States
Baltimore
St. Louis
Startled Bystanders React Along Ahern Street
On Ahern Street a crowd of startled bystanders reacted to an unexpected event as it drew attention from locals and passersby, with observers noting their surprised responses and speculative chatter.
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NEA Service Inc
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University of Utah
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University of California
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New York
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SY. Petersburg
Florida
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Moore
Farmers Bank & Trust Co
Indiana, PA
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