Pan American Conference debated future of alliance
The Pan American Conference opens January 16 in Havana with President Coolidge and Secretary Kelley, weighing whether the Pan American Union should remain a loose commercial alliance or become a broader international political body akin to the League of Nations. The State Department opposes imperial aims, preferring a more economic union for the Americas and cautioning against a League of Nations role.
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The Sinelra of 614 Fort Des Moines Novel Review
A New Iowa novel The Sinelra of 614 Fort Des Moines by Johnson Brigham, published by Vishal The Torch Press Cedar Rapids, is praised for its historical depth and local flavor despite awkward phrasing and melodramatic scenes. The work blends romance and history, highlighting Brigham’s regional focus and stylistic influences from nineteenth century romances.
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Johnson Brigham
Vishal
the Torch Press
Cedar Rapida
Iowa
Lews
Fort Nes Moiney
Ibravlen
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Congressman Green Defends Inheritance Tax
Congressman William R. Green of Iowa's Ninth District explains in a Leader letter why the Federal estate tax should not be repealed. He notes exemptions up to 100000 and argues the tax is just, reasonable, difficult to evade, and prevents shifting burdens, while addressing misrepresentations and state tax implications.
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Repeal of Federal Estate Tax Sparks Debate on State Burden
A letter denounces the Federal estate tax while arguing estates worth billions avoid state taxation. It claims repeal would shift costs to states and urges tax payment by the wealthy to fund government, criticizing inherited wealth and excessive spending.
A Religious Life and The True Christian Religion Reflections
A sermon-like meditation contrasts old world asceticism with a practical, service oriented faith. Emanuel Swedenborg and John Wesley are cited, arguing true religion is active service to others across physical, mental, and spiritual needs, living honestly and diligently.
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John Weasley
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Sinai
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Emanuel
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A Canning Budget for Five in War-Time Plans
Women in many States follow home demonstration agents advice to build canning budgets covering winter fruit and vegetable needs plus meats and poultry. The Arykane WAU plan serves a family of five for six months with quantities of tomatoes peppers okra corn and various fruits and berries, aiming for a well balanced pantry and money saved.
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Sterilization policy urged to curb crime
The Toledo Chronicle voices strong support for sterilizing criminals and potential offenders, arguing it would sharply reduce crime in fifty years. It condemns “irresponsible people” and urges swift, certain punishment for law violators as part of a broader public safety plan.
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Graft masquerading as advertising blamed in Winterset note
The Winterset Madisonian laments schemes where con artists pose as legitimate advertisers through churches schools or local organizations to prey on merchants. It condemns gullibility and hypocrisy of those who sanction such graft and still expect fair competition with larger city firms.
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Malvern
Thong
Winterset
Madisonian
Cost of Education Bound to Rise in coming years
A Boston study warns education costs for American youth will rise even faster unless current uneconomical methods are surveyed and eliminated. The report highlights the need to curb waste and improve efficiency to control future expenditures.
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