Britain Feels Threat of Race War Over Mussolini’s Ethiopia Move
The piece notes Gen. Smuts warned that Italy’s aggression toward Ethiopia could ignite a continent wide race war in Africa. It suggests Britain’s strong stance against Italy stems from fear of a broader conflict and the high price London would pay if such unrest spread.
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Adolf Hitler
Italy
Ethiopia
Jan Christian Smuts
Africa
Mussolini
London
Britain
England
Too Tough For Autos Prohibition Booze Melts Engines
The treasury department seized boot leg liquor was used to fill radiators in government trucks during winter. The liquor corroded motors, burned hoses, and turned to a sticky mush that stopped engines. The episode highlights how dangerous such alcohol was to consume and use in machinery.
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United States
Treasury Department
Drain Of Debt Reflects Chicago Recovery
The article chronicles Chicago's financial recovery after a near bankrupt period two years prior, highlighting teacher wage arrears, a government change, and a new stance by the comptroller that forced bondholders to accept lower interest. It argues bondholder cooperation aided the city's rehabilitation and transformation into fiscal soundness.
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Chicago
Minister Fines Gigglers For Quiet Sunday Disruption
A Missouri minister had six youths arrested for disturbing religious worship after giggling during his sermon. Court fines were one dollar plus costs, a move praised as a deterrent. The piece notes many authorities face similar nuisance from giggling youths and urges firm action to restore order in public services.
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Missouri
Drouth Across Ages Then and Now
The piece cites National Geographic studies on ancient droughts in Arizona and New Mexico beginning in 1276, driving Indian migrations from 40 villages. It contrasts past desolation with modern responses like afforestation and scientific planning while noting unrelated facts on World War artillery and U.S. stamp taxes.
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American West
National Geographic Society
Arizona
New Mexico
Kublai Khan
China
Uncommon Sense by a street sweeper in 1935
A street sweeper reflects on the dignity of hard frontline labor in a city, noting pride in keeping streets clean, the risks of weather and injury, the boss’s rounds, and pride in doing right. He sees his work as vital to the town, despite low acknowledgment.
The Glee Club by George Elliston
A reflective verse piece recalling childhood's bright days and the wistful loss of youth. The speaker contrasts imagined fairy tales and Robin Hood with the certainty sought in adulthood, expressing doubt about accumulated wisdom versus dream days long ago.
Engagement Ring Syndicate Sparks A Season Demand
In a witty exchange two women discuss engagement rings and a syndicate purchase. Kathryn praises a large stone while Kittye-Rether recalls arranging engagements with five suitors who pooled funds for one grand ring, expressing disdain for many small stones.
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Kathryn
Kittye—Rether
Walt and Jim Split On Gift to China
Walt explains his money is stretched as Jim asks how. Walt reveals he sent a check to China recently, noting the international payment as the latest use of funds.
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Walt
Jim
Bill
China
Rich and Manchester Exchange Love and Money Motives
A flirtatious exchange reveals Mr Rich asking if love is for him alone, while Miss Manchester affirms affection and notes money would fund greater leisure to realize it. The dialogue underscores themes of affection tempered by financial considerations.
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Miss Manchester
A Poor Return in a Bridal Tale
Ella marries the lawyer who secured her divorce, a move Stella condemns as rank gratitude in a sharp wartime era vignette.
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Ella
Stella
Mrs Faraway Asking After Wife At Hospital Visit
Mrs Faraway asks if his wife is at the hospital and Mr Newgilt says she is there but hardly seen, since she brought many gowns and must stay in her room to make alterations.
The Sire and Son Philosophize on Rainy Day Savings
A witty exchange frames a debate between father and son about saving money versus spending it for fun. The father urges thrift for hard times while the son questions the need to restrain enjoyment and insists on living in the moment.
Cartoon Caption Collage Sparks Press War
A 1935 Bell Syndicate item mocks a cartoon of the emperor amid sharp jibes on Japanese motives and American attitudes. The piece questions moral pretenses, labels many as unemployed or foolish, and laments press reactions to prohibition and commerce.
Belgian Queen Astrid Killed in Alpine Crash
Queen Astrid of Belgium is killed in a car crash near Lucerne while King Leopold sustains injuries. The royal party, vacationing in the Alps, traveled in two cars. the queen’s body is taken to villa Haslihorn as Dr Steinegger notes possible internal injuries to the king and a broken leg for the chauffeur.
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Leopold
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Baudouin
Stockholm
Ostend
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Waestergoetland
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Norway
President signs moratorium bill details and passage
The moratorium bill provides a breathing spell for farmers by delaying secured creditor actions. It passed the house under pressure from farm state representatives and moved quickly through to final congressional approval in the senate with one amendment. Representative Lemke called the act a breathing spell for farmers.
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Senate
Lemke
North Dakota
Prominent Residents Display Ventures in West Monroe Area
Word from Canutillo Texas reports H T Pye, a former Monroe cotton planter and businessman, thriving in Texas after purchasing a cotton plantation. Evan Gelist H L Driskell draws large crowds as Baptist evangelistic campaign opens in West Monroe auditorium. Mrs T T Webb and Joe Marx Jr build two residences in Monroe. Mrs J W Collins and children return from Zelienople Pennsylvania where they visited relatives. Miss Sadie Faust returns from Huttig Arkansas after three weeks on duty.
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Canutillo
Texas
H. T. Pye
Louisiana
Monroe
T. T. Webb
Joe Marx, Jr
Hambone's Meditations on a Coward Dog
A colorful dialect monologue mocks a coward dog and his boastful owner. The speaker highlights bravado and violence as a moral cue, using rural humor to challenge the claim of toughness.
Ouachita Women End Camp Period at Ki Ro Li
Ouachita parish home demonstration club women completed a three day camp at Camp Ki Ro Li seven miles west of Monroe. West Monroe Kiwanis members visited the camp. the 4 H club participants will receive additional instruction at Ki Ro Li under Mrs Jewel McQuiller supervision.
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Ouachita Parish
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Sidney Stewart
Fred Williamson
Pearl le Fevre
Richland Parish
J. S. Sims
Ki-Ro-Li
Jewel McQuiller
Governor Landon Curtis Choice Boosts GOP Candidacy
Hampshire has boosted his candidacy and the name of former Senator Watson of Indiana also has been mentioned. Watson was reluctant to talk when seen recently. Robert H. Lucas, former chairman of the Republican executive committee, was named as backing Knox and was out of the city. In the poll conducted by him, Knox ran second to Senator Borah, Idaho, who has never permitted himself to be considered a candidate.
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Hampshire
Watson
Indiana
Robert H. Lucas
Republican Executive Committee
Knox
Senator Borah
Idaho
Bids on Bonds Insufficient Despite Government Guarantee
Bids upon bonds are insufficient at this time. Based on the expected issue price, they will return about 1.762 percent to maturity. Of the submitted tenders, 85,262,000 dollars were accepted. The bonds carry the unconditional government guarantee as to principal and interest.
Homer Man Is Appointed CCC Camp Superintendent
Homer Louisiana August 29 Special A O Ford of Homer has been named superintendent of the CCC camp near here There are 208 young men in the camp Plans for work to be done by the camp personnel will be discussed at a meeting to be held here Friday night.
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Homer
A. O. Ford
CCC
Radio Schedule Snapshot From August 29 Listings
Central and Eastern time networks present a full day of programs. NBC WABC WJZ lines show shows from Women’s Radio Review to Amos and Andy plus orchestras and news periods. Western and Midwest networks feature Buck Rogers to The March of Time and Night music with various bands and serials.
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Meredith Willison Orch
Betty Marowe
Lee Gordon & Orchestra
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Billy & Betty
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Andy
John Herrick
Dorsey Bros. Orchestra
Rudy Vallee
Whiteman
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National Radio Forum
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Austin Wylie
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Dailey Or
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Mid
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Isham Jones
Ted Weems
Orch
Catos
Harlem Nightlife Amid Racial Tensions and Dance Fury
In New York, Black Harlem shows renewed nightlife with Savoy and Cotton Club drawing tourists while undercurrents of racial antagonism surface. Influential figures debate Ethiopian support, while locals clash with agitators. Lindy Hop thrives in social scenes, linked to Shorty and Bea, as venues plan new shows and intellectual talk thrives at Aunt Dinah's Kitchen.
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Ubangi Club
Small's Paradise
Broadway
She Married Her Boss A Claudette Colbert Hit
Hollywood Close-Ups notes director prowess in Gregory LaCava elevating Claudette Colbert in She Married Her Boss to its best work since It Happened One Night. Edith Fellows shines with a striking young performance while Chester Morris keeps busy making toys for his children despite heat.
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Claudette Colbert
Claudette
Edith Fellows
Chester Morris
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