End of an era as Senate abrogates Platt Amendment
The Senate votes unanimously to end the Platt Amendment linking Cuba to U S control, signaling a shift in American opinion on empire. The piece argues manifest destiny failed to benefit farmers and sugar interests, noting reactions to Philippines independence and Roosevelt policy in Cuba. Bryan’s anti imperialist stance is celebrated as vindicated.
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Philippines
Dewey
Corregidor
America
Manila
Oas
Cuba Libre
Senate
Cuba
Congress
Wiliam Dennings Bryan
Strikes and Recovery Era Reflections and Local Notice
The piece compares strike totals under Hoover and Roosevelt, noting rising labor unrest and a potential 1934 unemployment surge. It reflects on independence, urges Flag Day readiness, and reports Cole County weather relief, park leisure, and calls for park upkeep and sewer health enforcement.
Elder Statesman Colby Caps Critics of the New Deal
Bainbridge Colby, once a progressive secretary of state under Wilson, warned at the Economy Club that the New Deal aims may wreck time honored political institutions. He urged Democrats and Republicans alike to reassess reform measures as Missouri filing closes and a hot August primary looms toward a tight November race.
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Bainbridge Colby
Woodrow Wilson
Colby
Economy Club
Democratic Party
Carter
W. G. McAdocs
Byrds
Gores
Walshes
Tydings
Missouri
Republican Conference in Chicago Forms Moderate New GOP
Missouri editors praise the Chicago meeting of Republican generals who reform their ranks and craft a moderate platform. They view the policy declaration as progressive yet within American traditions, favoring individualism and restraint on radical experimentation, and hope the new leadership moderates the administration's red tendencies. Springfield Leader and Press.
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Wisconsin
William Allen White
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Europe
Henry P. Fletcher
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Fletcher
John Hamilton
Kansas
Herbert Hoover
Springfield
Birthday fete marks NRA's first year of action
Washington AP report notes NRA, created to regulate industry after 1933, celebrates its first birthday next Saturday. Observers assess gains from codes, payroll gains, union growth, and expanded labor rights amid debate over effectiveness and continued code revisions. The piece highlights three million more jobs and broader collective bargaining rights amid controversy.
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NBA
Hugh &. Johnson
NRA
Johnson
Roosevelt
Idaho to slaughter 100000 jack rabbits in drought drive
Idaho officials estimate 5,000,000 rabbits invade Idaho farms due to drought. T. B. Murray plans a 50 day campaign across 34 counties to slaughter 100,000 rabbits by 10,100 workers, costing about 35000 dollars. The drive uses semicircular fences, shouts to flush the animals, and wooden clubs for the slaughter.
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Boise
Idaho
T. B. Murray
England Seeks Airplane Limits at 1935 Naval Conference
Washington reports suggest Britain may push for sea border airplane limits by great powers at the upcoming naval conference. US officials oppose, noting heavy sacrifices would fall on America. Current treaties curb carrier tonnage but not airplane numbers. UK aviation is split between air ministry and other forces.
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United States
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Air Ministry
World leader Wilhelm reviews global issues from exile
Former Kaiser Wilhelm in Doorn Holland, in a Daily Mail report, canvassed China Japan India the League of Nations and global grains and coffee markets. He warned about Japan's rise in China and condemned price destruction fueling famine while criticizing disarmament talk as ineffective. He praised Hitler and speculated on a future constitutional monarchy for Germany. He spoke as a private gentleman not a state actor.
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India
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Ivan Hamilton
Geneva
Europe
Fletcher Is Shrewd Choice as G.O.P. Chairman
Washington correspondent Rodney Dutcher reports that Henry Prather Fletcher, a veteran diplomat with ties to Pennsylvania political bosses, is chosen as Republican national chairman. The piece traces his career from Rough Riders era to ambassador roles and predicts possible future moves including a London ambassadorship and 1936 nomination influence. It also notes Newport’s demand to curb gouging, PWA’s budget taper and political impact, and ongoing public works delays with limited new projects.
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Washington
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Chicago
David A. Reed
Pennsylvania
Fletcher
Matt Quay
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Fietcher
Roosevelt
Boi Penrose
Chile
Wilson
Chum
Harding
State Department
Fee
Latin America
Italy
Hoover
Tariff Commission
London
Reed
Congress
Farley
Secretary of the Interior
Ickes
Body of Slain St. Joseph Man Found
Lloyd Hulse a 21 year old filling station attendant was found dead in a drainage ditch near his South St Joseph station. Decomposition hindered full details though head injuries and robbery of about 30 dollars are suspected. Hulse formerly lived at Fillmore Missouri. his father S E Hulse and brother Paul helped search after his disappearance Thursday morning.
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Lloyd Hulse
South St. Joseph
Fillmore
S. E. Hulse
Paul
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