Honest Public Officials Rally Against Chicago Gangsters
A columnist lauds federal district attorney George E. Q. Johnson and four colleagues for their decisive crackdown on Chicago gangland led by Al Capone. The piece argues honest officials nationwide can clear cities of thieves, gamblers, and murderers if they act with courage and integrity.
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Chicago
Eang~ Land
al Capone
Capone
Windy City
George E. Q. Johnson
Underworld
Why They Listen and the Mine Field Politics of Hoover Era
The piece discusses Southern Ohio coal fields troubled by strikes and violence with Communist agitation seen influencing miners. It cites Hoover’s contrast of American government versus bureaucracy, praising Mayor Ase’s frugal city management in Jefferson City. It forecasts a capital city power show and notes its famed flower gardens.
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Ohio
Pennsylvania
Asel
Ase
Jefferson City
Call for open records and probes of state departments
A letter suggests private or public tips to Representative Elmer Jones about investigating state departments and the last House. The writer notes records of the House are open and that Jones, a former Republican appointee, should seek information from Democratic colleagues. The piece also jokes about penalties for reckless driving in the Capital City.
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Elmer Jones
Jones
Liberals In Error On Supreme Court Appointments
The Kansas City Star notes that liberal senators have often misjudged nominees to the Supreme Court. It cites Justice Stone's liberal turn despite initial opposition, contrasts with McReynolds, and contends vigilance is needed over appointments.
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James Couzens
Chares Evans Hughes
United States Supreme Court
Harlan Stone
George Norris
Nebraska
Norris
James McReynolds
William Borah
la Follette
Aberal
Justice MacReynolds
Tribunal
Supreme Bench
Olver Justice Hughes
Senate
Couzens
Supreme Court
Kansas City Star
Fire losses rise as insurance taxes hit American people
A Chicago Daily News analysis links fires and arson to rising costs, noting a 70 percent increase in losses and a total of 495,700,000 in fire-related insurance premiums in 1930. The piece urges caution, better materials, and personal responsibility to reduce the fire tax on Americans.
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Chicago Daily News
St. Joseph
Unwise Censorship Threatens Public Health Service
The Poplar Bluff American protests Treasury censorship of Public Health Service radio broadcasts and press releases. Officials now require Treasury approval before any public health messaging, chilling expert speech. The paper condemns this move as dangerous, stifling health advice and betraying public interests.
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Washington
Treasury Department
Public Health Service
O. K
Treasury Secretary's Office
Heart Service
Poplar Bluff
Death by own action tied to Faithfull letters case
New York June 24 A Nassau county district attorney weighs declaring Starr Faithfull’s death a death by own action after handwriting experts connect letters to her diary. Step-father Stanley Faithfull calls the letters forgeries as grand jury probes continue and the Cunard surgeon testifies with three letters in hand.
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New York
Starr Faithfull
Elvin N. Edwards
Nassau County
G. Jameson Carr
Cunard Line
Miss Faithfull
Stanley E. Faithfull
Franconia
Weather boost for Missouri crops says bulletin
The U S Weather Bureau reports hot dry conditions across Missouri with timely showers needed in parts. Wheat is advancing well with heads forming, corn grows fast, cotton makes good growth, and fruits berries are excellent. Total season rainfall sits at 83 percent of normal, with last six days in the high nineties and 100-degree readings in Sikeston Caruthersville and Campbell.
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Columbia
Missouri
United States Weather Bureau
Missouri River
Sikeston
Caruthersville
Campbell
Final letter from Starr from 12 St Luke's Place New York
A distressed note from Starr at 12 St Luke's Place New York City expresses extreme suffering and a wish for an end. The writer apologizes for causing trouble and asks the recipient not to visit, promising no further bother. The message ends with a farewell and signed attachment.
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Starr
St. Luke's Place
New York City
Family Faults and Hospital News Drive Dramatic Turn
Irene suffers bruises after a hospital accident while Gaylord supports her care. Beryl and her mother face mounting worry as Irene writes from Oakdale, and Tommy tries to shield Beryl from distress. The Everett family debates Irene's fate as secrets strain their bonds. To Be Continued.
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Irene
Dprentias
Derry Meady
Derry Arttune
Prentiss
Pretas
Derry
Eryl
Beryl
Mrs. Everett
Messenger Bay
Mr. Everett
Toremy
Yoenny
Tommy
Tulk
Rene
Oakdale
Gaylord
Berl
Everett
Erene
Sora
Gakdala
Afr
Irece
Frens
The President Hotel Becomes Kansas City Headquarters
In Kansas City Missouri the President Hotel promotes its extra closet space for dresses and suits. The ad highlights convenient location near theaters and shops, a garage and a coffee shop, and easy access to auto routes. It encourages motorists to make The President their home base.
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Kansas City
President Hotel
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Nordin
Tommy Willow
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Ferlek
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Trena
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