Missouri Prison’s record under Caulfield era praised
The piece lauds the Missouri state prison for turning from a large deficit in 1827 to a self sustaining operation. It highlights reduced per capita costs, inmate self provisioning, and vast prison farm production as key savings. It notes 4,700 inmates with only half employed and urges protection of natural resources like Current River from dam projects.
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Caulfield
Missouri
Jas
Missouti
Blison
White River
The High Cost of Defense in Government Reform
The nation faces a core challenge in curbing federal spending, arguing for drastic reforms beyond minor cuts. Abolishing ineffective bureaus could save tens of millions, but major savings require trimming the army and navy budget, even amid disarmament talks.
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Congress
Washington
Veterans’ Bureau
Army
Navy
Mexicans Flock Nome Views-Comments Editorial
The Houston Post argues that 400 Mexican immigrants returning to their homeland from Del Rio illustrate overreliance on casual immigration during boom periods. It urges placing American countries on quotas, noting excess foreign labor harms both U S relief and employment and suggesting revised policy.
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United States
Delosit
Texas
Detroit
Mexico
Houston
Post
Two-Cent Rate Backed by Congress Likely for First Class
The Hannibal Courier-Post argues Congress will restore the two-cent first class postage amid the three-cent stamp upheaval. It questions the rise in second-class rates for newspapers saying losses were overstated and profits exceed 160 percent, asserting newspapers are vital to public rights and government accountability.
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Congress
Post Office Department
People's
Hannibal Courier-Post
Encouraging Bigger Crops in Changing Farming Habits
The Indianapolis News argues that farming must shift from quantity to quality, urging farmers to diversify beyond high yields. It notes the danger of overproducing while markets soften, and stresses shaping demand by improving crop quality rather than expanding acreage.
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Indianapolis News
Measles Spread by Coughing and Sneezing Virus Poison
Dr Morris Fishbein explains measles propagates via nose and throat secretions. Virus is weakened by air and sunlight, limiting spread through inanimate carriers. Emphasizes hygiene and careful handling of dishes and bedding, plus open air visits for caregivers. Scientific claims require replication and animal testing before acceptance.
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Morris Fishbein
Journal of the American Medical Association
Hygeia
Lashes of If Life A lighthearted AP column from 1930s
In Mandelona Michigan Thomas K Hill aged 103 passes his driving test after family doubted his skill. He jokes about staying under 12 miles per hour and others passing him in second gear. In Janesville Wisconsin a prosecutor recalls a woman delights in aggravating her ex husband over alimony. In Philadelphia a daughter Beatrice Mooney is jailed for tobacco use after a dispute with her father. In Dallas Texas a hog killer escapes after discovering the carcass has been consumed.
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Mandelona, Mich
Thomas K. Hill
Janesville
Wis
Harry 5. Fox
Philadelphia
Joseph A. Mooney
Beatrice
Asper
Relative Gets The Last Laugh In Odd Robbery Tale
Chicago dispatch reports Charlies Gurke, 24, appeared at Jacob Crouse's door in only shorts after three men with revolvers stripped Gurke of his clothes and even took a loaned car. Gurke joked the robbers showed humor. Crouse laughed, noting the incident as it unfolded.
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Chicago
Jacob Crouse
Charlies Gurke
Gurke
Crouse
Gwrke
Stowaways Begin European Tour After Bremen Farewell
Martyn Miller and Don Al Varado of stage and screen, who overstayed a Bremen farewell party in New York, arrived in Cherbourg and headed for Southampton amid marriage rumors among Bremen crew. No Miller Alvarado ceremony aboard the liner. rumors swirl as they travel.
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France
Martyn Miller
Don Alvarado
Bremen
New York
Southampton
Mner
Farm relief plan praised by economist
Dr Edward S Mead of the University of Pennsylvania told Philadelphia Engineers Club the voluntary allotment plan mirrors Roosevelt ideas for quick farm relief. It would tax consumers via an excise on food, fund farmers who cut acreage and herd size, and raise wheat prices to about 83 cents, total $1.23 with government payment, restoring farm income toward 1829 levels.
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Edward S. Mead
University of Pennsylvania
Engineers Club Today
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Dr. Mead
Pela
United States
Chicago
World War Debts Traced From Liberty Bonds to Present Status
Chronology traces war debts from Liberty bonds sold 1917 18 through 1932 amid Europe’s push for suspension and German reparations. It lists Allied borrowing from the United States 1914 17, Liberty Loan acts, post armistice credits, debt funding rules, and major milestones including Hoover moratorium and Lausanne cuts.
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ESE Sregus
APOE
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Harding
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Treasury
Mellon
Lausanne
Hoover
White House
Yacht Murder Investigated At Long Beach
Eight women and seven men aboard the 110 foot round the world Yacht Dharma were booked as material witnesses in the slaying of Captain Walter Wanderwell. He was shot in his cabin after a man at a screened port hole called him from the dining room. Names include Lord Edward Eugene Montagu and others. four passengers remained aboard when Wanderwell was killed. Police say the fatal wound came from a revolver bullet. Wanderwell’s age, background, and recent purchase of the Carma were noted.
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Calipf
Dec
Dharma
Long Beach City
Walter Wanderwell
Glove Trotter- Wanderwell
Lord Edward Eugene Montagu
London
Eng
Mary and Marion Smith
Atlanta
Florence Wegel
Los Angeels
Nellie Parks
Boston
Mass
Forrest Plummer
Hollywood
E. W. Owen
Jack Craig
James Farris
Portland
Ore
Ruth Loucks
Cuthbert Wills
Los Angeles
Edmund Zera
Sroom
Wanderwell
Ifriends
Valarian
Johannes Ticczynski
Missouri records 72 auto fatalities in October
Seventy two persons died in automobile accidents in Missouri during October according to the State Highway Department. There were 609 accidents and 750 injuries that month. Of the accidents 85 occurred in St Louis and 42 in Kansas City.
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State Highway Department
St. Louis
Kansas City
Timbers Boss Swergin Bares Mad Plan Against Ball
Asper confronts Swergin in a timber camp as the boss plots to frame Ball for a burning cabin and murders. Asper warns of a ruthless scheme while Swergin boasts of loot and power, risking Ball, Dona, and Winters in a growing feud.
Madman Swergin Sets Blaze in Silent Cabin Showdown
In a tense, era tone western scene Asper suspects Swergin’s peace is doomed. Swergin plans a fire to trap his rivals as Stan Ball schemes to settle affairs at Blind River before a decisive clash with Swergin. Ball’s ride to confront Swergin looms as danger grows.
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Blind River
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