Barkley critique and merit reforms in 1930s politics
A sharp editorial contrasts Senator Barkley’s 1932 and 1936 keynote tones, noting shifts from Jeffersonian rhetoric to New Deal costs and tariff debates. It also lauds Michigan’s shift to a state merit plan and civil service reforms, urging wider adoption while questioning pension-list secrecy.
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Kentucky
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Hoover
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Michigan
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Washington Daybook mining tax relief plan prompt at convention
Herbert Plummer reports mining and oil interests seek amendments to the tax bill. They push for excess profits and capital stock tax relief, allowing biannual capital revaluations to aid new mine development and independent oil firms, arguing current rules deter investment. Senate opposition centers on potential corporate manipulation.
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Washington
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Philadelphia
Fittman
Nevada
Senate
Pittman
How's Your Health Dr Iago Galdston Sleep Aid Tip
A 1918 discussion by Dr Iago Galdston notes sleep difficulty is not a health threat and offers techniques to induce sleep. He describes eye-position reflexes from exhausted soldiers, relaxation, and a visualization to reach sleep, advising hot drinks and avoiding solid foods before bed.
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Iago Galdston
Opinion excerpts on government spending and policy
A montage of letters and quotes condemns federal spending as wasteful, argues debt will burden future generations, and critiques Roosevelt policies. Contributors include Chariton Iowa Herald-Tribune readers, Lowell Massachusetts Courier-Citizen, U S Senator Francis T Maloney, Lancaster New Hampshire Democrat, Hazelhurst Georgia Cracker, and Rev Norman Peale among others. The letters cover concerns about class hatred, political impact, and social guidance from religious figures.
End of green rainbow could unlock sun mystery
Two young American scientists from Harvard and MIT led a joint Ak-Bulak eclipse expedition carrying eight automatic spectrographs. They aim to identify corona composition and infrared spectrum during the June 19 total solar eclipse spanning the Ural region and Siberia.
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Associated Press
Cambridge
Mass
Russia
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Harvard
Joseph C. Boyce
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
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Midway Islands
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Andy Tomsk
Georgetown University
National Geographic Society
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Urals
Bail Kustanai
Moscow
New Franklin Man Shot in Texas After Robbery Case
Corpus Christi reports Rhodes Estill known as Jack Estes, 24, held on two robbery with firearms charges, was killed by City Detective Rufus Oliver while being returned to jail. Estill attempted to escape after police pursued him near the courthouse. Oliver and others had pursued from San Antonio after a money package tied to theater and cafe robberies. Oliver fired, Estill was mortally wounded. coroner ruled justifiable homicide and Oliver posted bond. Body sent to New Franklin for burial.
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Tex
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Jack Estes
Rufus Oliver
Nueces County
Oliver
J. R. Sorrell
Lee Petzel
San Antonio
James Thames
Nixon Cafe
Estill
Court House
Sorrell
New Franklin
Cry of foul mars Lewis TK of Shucco
John Henry Lewis, the light heavyweight champion, won a non-title bout by technical knockout in the eighth round against Tony Shucco in St. Louis. Crowd protests over alleged fouls echoed through the arena as Lewis presses toward a possible shot at James J. Braddock’s heavyweight title.
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ST. Louis
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James J. Braddock
Lewis
Tony Shucco
Boston
Constitution Issue Befuddles Both Democrats, Republicans
A presidential campaign debate centers on constitutional changes as Democrats differ on amending the charter while Republicans claim no amendment is needed. The Roosevelt era clash over the constitution surfaces after Supreme Court limits on New Deal laws, with Landon and Roosevelt advisers proposing or rejecting amendments amid a wind of political maneuvering.
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Bureau
Associated Press
Washington
Supreme Cout
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Landon
Supreme Court
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Republican Party
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Wichita Banker Withdraws From Gubernatorial Race
Leslie E. Edmonds a Wichita banker and sports writer withdrew from the Republican race for governor. He cited loyalty to Gov Alf M Landon and said he would not pursue personal ambitions if service to Landon is possible. Will G West remains as the sole Republican candidate.
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Kas
Leslie E. Edmonds
Edmonds
Alf M. Landon
Will G. West
Landon
Parked truck crash kills driver near Noble Oklahoma
T B Gay a 36 year old truck driver from Greenville Texas was killed when his van struck a parked truck on a highway one mile north of Noble Oklahoma He died at Norman hospital after the crash Durkee undersheriff said Gay appeared to miss the parked truck lights Barrows and Triplett occupants were uninjured Barrows said he warned Gay by waving a flashlight prior to impact
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Knox City
Deck Barrows
Denver
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Barrows
Referee Ends Bout After Shucco Leg Injury in Narrow Knockout
Referee Walter Heisner halted the match after Shucco complained of a leg injury from a solid left hook to the jaw and a hard right that dropped him. Joey Alcanter defeated Joey Ghaou jy to claim the state lightweight title, taking an early lead before the St. Louis boxer finished strong. The report notes a quirky aside about the French eating habits on rising.
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Refree
Walter Heisner
Shucco
Joey Alcanter
Joey Ghaoujy
St. Louis
Fig Tree Yields Two Harvests in One Year
A fig tree produces two distinct crops within a single calendar year, showcasing an unusual growth pattern. The tree bears early fruit and a second harvest later, offering extended fruiting potential and multiple yield events for growers.
Roosevelt 10 GARRY 6 STATES SAYS
National Republican Chairman John D. Hamilton opened the GOP campaign listing Roosevelt as carrying six states in November. He named Joseph W. Martin to manage the eastern campaign and Natalie Couch to organize women. Hamilton predicted the east would back Landon, with Kansas and western states joining. He planned a Chicago stop and a nationally broadcast campaign speech on the eve of the Democratic convention.
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Roosevelt
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Nyack
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Tillet
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Robert H
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Topeka
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Cleveland
Finance Committee
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Waldorf-Astoria
Political road trip aims across the Union before election
A candidate vows to visit every state and meet county chairmen nationwide, planning a nationwide campaign tour to energize support before the election. He emphasizes reaching county leaders across the country to build party organization and momentum.
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Union
Girl Drowns in Mississippi River Tragedy
Dolores Blada a 15 year old girl drowned while wading in the Mississippi River late yesterday William Rogers attempted a rescue but slipped from her grasp after she pulled him under water twice authorities investigated the incident and offered condolences to the families involved
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Dolores Blada
Mississippi River
William Rogers
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