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Newspaper
Jefferson City Post Tribune
Location
Jefferson City, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1933
Page
2
A column urges deeper Flag Day observance and respect for the flag, praising Boy Scouts and the American Legion for education on tributes, and noting pride in national liberties and ideals. It contrasts wartime patriotism with peacetime meaning and calls for reconsecration of the flag in daily life.
A historical column argues that the modern economic shift under the New Industries Recovery Act concentrates power in the presidency and business groups. It envisions a two year period of centralized control, fusion of government and commerce, and rising influence of trade associations, with New Jersey’s dry vote as a tongue in cheek note.
An analysis argues that engineers abroad favor streamlined diesel and aluminum trains. Union Pacific plans a 110 mph light three-car air conditioned train with compact propulsion, aiming to reclaim mass passenger traffic. The piece foresees the decline of steam locomotives and a shift to electrified, faster rail.
The St Louis Star argues the whiskey supply for medicine is vanishing under new rules. Doctors overprescribe, aging four years to meet medical needs, leaving 4.5 million gallons in stock as of last month. The paper mocks cures and suggests odd remedies like a rabbit foot or fried mouse for recovery.
Thousands of dirt farmers in the Mississippi and Missouri valleys and western mountains unite under the United States Ive Stock Association in Omaha. Led by A D Majors they seek to co operate with older livestock groups to advocate major reforms, including ending direct packer buying and restoring fair freight rates while promoting Roosevelt era farm relief and price stability.
Artle L. Whitlow, 36, a Pleasant Hill motor car dealer, was killed when a car he rode in ran off a small bridge and overturned late last night. He was returning from a visit with friends at Harrisonville. Whitlow played football for Baker University in Baldwin ten years ago.
Game department officials weigh a small fee for park admittance citing declining revenue and maintenance needs. A decision on the plan is expected soon.
The Public Belgal Commission canceled certificates of convenience and necessity for eighty three freight motor carriers for failure to pay fees or post insurance. About 275 permits have been revoked since January 1, commissioner J Pred Hull said.
Nearly 6,500 men are employed in state highway construction now. Chief engineer T H Cutler expects the number to reach 10,000 by July 1. About 775 miles of roadway have been built this year despite a small portion of the $7,000,000 let. Work is underway.
Jake Campbell 43 is back in hospital with both legs broken after a speeding car struck him on his front porch in Brinkley Arkansas. His history includes a 12 year old arm fracture, shrapnel wound in France, and severe burns with arm amputations after a high voltage incident. He had just moved to a small farm near his home when the accident occurred.
Springfield Missouri June 14 AP A 25 percent decline in summer term enrollment at Southwest State Teachers College was disclosed. Total enrollment fell to 1175 from 1750 a year ago, reflecting reduced student numbers for the coming term.
In a Chicago square Francis Sullivan used the word whom prompting Thomas McKeever to demand who. The exchange led to a fight and Judge Haas discharged both men. Rather than punish them the judge praised their zeal for language purity.
The North German Lloyd liner Bremen arrived in Cherbourg from Brooklyn at 8:08 a.m. today setting a new trans Atlantic record. The crossing took four days, 17 hours and 43 minutes, shaving 44 minutes off the previous record.
C O Simmons former Madison County sheriff who had been jailed since the start of the year on a bank robbery charge was released on ten thousand dollars bail. Simmons was arrested after four Kansas City men confessed to robbing the Security Bank of Fredericktown and implicated him.
State game and fish department reports numerous dead birds near Washington in Franklin county including robins and bluebirds Most birds likely died from exposure after feeding on insects on plants sprayed with noisen officials say investigations are ongoing to determine the extent and cause of the incident.
Moberly Missouri June 14 AP An expansion program will add 250 employees to the Brown Shoe Co plant, announced by W M Kaut general superintendent. Workers to be added gradually as new machinery is installed.
Massachusetts joined 10 other states in endorsing repeal of the 18th amendment. The margin was 4 to 1 statewide with 441,915 votes for repeal pledged delegates and 98,884 for retention. Delegates were chosen from 16 districts. no dry delegates were elected. Governor Fly praised the result and pledged an immediate constitutional convention. Local leagues also showed a wets surge in most communities. Barnard plans its 40th annual picnic and reunion for August 25.
Janet Bell, secretary to Bruce Hamilton, faces a tangle of engagements and family ties as Rolf Carlyle resumes courtship with Betty Kendall while Janet grapples with shame, loyalty, and a new life at Mrs Curtis's home. She discovers Betty's wealth, navigates social demands, and contemplates an abrupt exit as love and duty pull her apart.
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