High Pressure Salesmanship and Social Change
The piece argues that dominating sales methods intimidate buyers, favoring courteous persistence for lasting impressions. It notes wages, productivity, and cross national pay differences as incentives for higher wages, and highlights transportation and radio as forces reshaping society and ideas. It also touches on music healing and questions journalist Frank Kent’s stance on in-print criticism.
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Frank Kent
Journal Land
Kent Saya
Manitowoc Daily Newspaper Rates and Contact
The Manitowoc New Times publishes daily at 717 York Street with a 1928 subscription table listing costs by year, six months, three months, and monthly rates. A phone line for subscription inquiries is provided, along with publication details and postal information.
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Manitowoc
The
New Times
York Street
Wis
Yeas Oeveeenes
Phily
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Cione Department
Acts of Revenge in Political Life
The piece decries revenge in politics and media, arguing that friendship should not mask hostility. It condemns petty retaliation between newspapers and political figures, urging leaders to abandon vindictive tactics. It frames revenge as barbaric and incompatible with constructive national dialogue.
Kohler expense scrutiny over $100000 primary spend
The piece questions Kohler's primary expense totaling 100000 dollars, arguing such funding for a governor candidate hints at a purchase of office. It warns that business motives expect returns and charges that donors may seek favorable legislation, urging caution about influence.
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Kohler
Weather's fickle mood prompts daily grumbles and praise
Yesterday's warm October sun gave way to overcast skies and a forecast of rain and snow northward. The writer notes changing weather and humanity's love of variety, calling weather a long suffering element always before us to discuss and criticize.
La Follette Seen as Wisconsin's Pillar of Strength
Wisconsin voters rally behind Senator LaFollette as both Democrats and Republicans endorse him in 1928. The Democratic candidate withdraws in his favor while the Republican vice presidential nominee backs LaFollette, signaling a strengthened bid and possible unbeatable run. The piece emphasizes the senator's chosen political vocation and enduring appeal across parties.
Questions Answered by Mail to Editor at Mantowoc Times
The passage invites readers to write to the editor in Washington D C for medical and legal advice and mentions enclosing two cents for reply. It notes the editor and bureau handling questions and that this free service can be used frequently. The text reflects a vintage newspaper reader service and address format.
Constitutional limits and civic questions answered
A quiz style explanation covers veto power on amendments, opening address purpose, Catholic access to Freemasonry, Senate leadership, dime value, prison population, song authors, name meanings, shipping phrase origin, mail carrier ethics, and word meanings with brief factual clarifications.
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United States
Wilson
The
U. S
Masonic Order
United States Senate
Charles G. Dawes
Senate
House of Representatives
Nicholas Longworth
Ohio
Ernest R. Ball
Blandina
Rome
Wight
Beatrice Harradan
Paris
Sextanty Breckoning
What's What in Washington Anglé Pact Draws Kellogg's Nay
Charles P Stewart reports on Frank Kellogg opposing Anglo French plans to constrain cruisers and strip U.S. naval strength. He recalls past naval conferences, notes Britain's global stations, and questions Paris and London motives while urging Washington to resist renewed cuts.
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Kellogg
P. Stewart
Washington
Central
P and Times
Washingto
Frank Ogg
Frank
Britain
America
France
Dicker
London
Paris
United States
Sam
Fragmentary quote on household roles in forenoon and afternoon
A brief fragment records a quote about mutual control in daily routines. It notes that in the forenoon she does what she wants and in the afternoon the speaker does what she wants. The context and full meaning remain unclear from the excerpt.
Baseball Diamond Metaphor Sparks Domestic Reflections
A quoted narrator muses on baseball as a metaphor for marriage and courtship. She likens engagement to tilts and hits, the groom leaving home, and the subsequent challenge of getting back, weaving sport imagery into domestic life.
Care of Floors and Floor-Coverings Bulletin Request
A reader at The Manitowoc Times offers to send a copy of the bulletin Care of Floors and Floor-Coverings. They request five cents in coin or uncancelled U.S. postage stamps to cover postage and handling, and provide spaces for NAME STREET and NO CITY STATE.
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Washington
New York Avenue
Washington, D. C
U. S
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