Public Debt Cuts Mark 1921 1924 Budget Shift
The piece notes bipartisan backing by Harding Coolidge and Mellon for debt reduction with lowered interest costs. It cites a drop from 24.06 to 21.37 billion in 1921–1924, a savings of over 112 million in interest, and bond market recovery. It also discusses political rivalries, stock volatility, and commentary on public figures.
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Harding
Coolidge
Mellon
Treasury Department
John G. Adams
Congress
Wellsauden Wall Straat
Yellow Cab Manufacturing Co
Chicago
Confiscation Debate Sparks Private Wealth Accumulation
In the Soviet context described, despite initial government takeover, at least 3 percent of retail business remains in private hands as Lenin permits private wealth accumulation to sustain enterprise. The government strain leads some to warn of renewed confiscations against those who prospered.
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Supreme Court of Soviet Russia
Lenine and Trotzky
Brookhart
United States
Russia
Lenine
Indiana Governor Guilty Of Mail Fraud
The Indiana governor was found guilty of using the mails to promote a fraud. The case shows a prominent leader chasing a flashy scheme with borrowed capital, delivering a humbling example of overreaching ambition and the public deception that follows.
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McCray
Indiana
Friends of Al Smith doubt national impact in Democratic race
The Sioux City Journal notes that supporters claim Al Smith is a superb leader, yet his followers form a small share of voters. It argues many Democrats prefer a candidate with broader experience and national stature, and it labels Smith as a wet who lacks national reach.
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Smith Wildman Brookhart
Sweet
Brookhart
Democrat Ward
Senate
Iowa
Sioux City Journal
al Smith
New York
Niat
Smith
White House
Proposer Consoled By Rebuff From Receptive Suitor
In Kansas City, a man sits with a young woman after a rejected proposal. She softens him with practical advice, listing other young girls like Annie Susie and Margy who might make a better wife. He confesses he asked them all before she.
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Milner
Brookhart
Benton County
Committee
Kansas City
Annie
Susie
Margy
Notable debates on reform and party power in Congress
The column defends Coolidge era investigations as necessary to hold officials to account while warning against partisan sniping. It discusses Sol Bloom and Chandler in New York elections, the balance of party power, and the broader aim of stable governance. It notes the Fortieth general assembly recess for the new code printing and the costs of the 1923 session.
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Congressman Cole
Cedar Rapids Republican
John W. Carey
Rock Rapids Review
Mr. Carey
Carey
Sol Bloom
New York
Chandler
New York State
Chan Mer
Fall
Coolidge
Wilbur
Navy
Congress
Senate
Fortieth General Assembly
Awa
Assembly
House of Representatives
Judiciary Committee
May I. Francis
House Senate
Dr Church comments on senate action closing doors to Japanese immigrants
Dr Church president of the Carnegie Institute says the senate's intemperate vote over Japanese immigration mirrors broader American sentiment. He notes Ambassador Hanihara withdrew from Founders Day, but wariness of political crisis will not damage US Japan cordial relations.
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Philadelphia Public Ledger
Church
Carnegie Institut
Hanihara
Senate
Churcht
Institute
Japan
United States
Iowa Bill Allows County Bond Issuance for Gravel Roads
A new Iowa law lets counties issue bonds to finance gravel roads. Counties under 70 000 population must have bond support in both city and rural districts. Linn County, proposing road bonds, falls under the under 70 000 rule allowing approval by total population majority. The San Francisco Chronicle notes vaccination coverage and golf in related commentary.
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Iowa
Linn County
Why AL Smith Went Do Springfold Republican
The article argues Gov. Stam is unsuitable for the party’s presidential bid due to his New York ties and Catholic background. It contends the western agrarian base requires a candidate who can soothe rural unrest and farm concerns, suggesting only a Manhattan idol could alienate voters.
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Gov. Stam
Seaboard
New York City
America
American
Manhattan
Bronx
Stingless bee as pacifist analogy provokes editorials
A Washington beekeeper creates a stingless bee via selective breeding. The piece argues pacifists would make Uncle Sam wingless, comparing nonresistance to a defenseless insect and urging self-reflection on defense. The tone satirically critiques antiwar sentiment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Daily News
Washington
Sam
Miss Francis Under Scrutiny In Local Office Row
Vague comments from Marshalltown Times-Republican suggest Miss Francis faces criticism for overstepping her duties. The piece notes many claim others are more qualified and approved by local circles, indicating tension over her management and perceived self-importance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marshalltown Times - Republican
Miss Francis
Gilmore Announces Candidacy for State Senator
William T. Gilmore declares Republican bid for State Senator in the 24th District covering Jones and Cedar counties. He cites House experience in the last two General Assembly sessions and pledges progressive, sane state legislation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jones and
Cedar
House of Representatives
General Assembly
Iowa Experiment Offers Free Trial of Peking Beans
The Iowa Agricultural Experiment Association will mail one bushel of Peking beans to any farmer who sends $4 to Joe L. Robinson secretary treasurer Iowa State College Ames Iowa. The beans are a late tall upright growing variety and are to be seeded on one acre of ground as part of a trial.
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Iowa Agricultural Experiment Association
Joe L. Robinson
Iowa State College
Ames
Iowa
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A. Doxsee
Iowa House
Miss Frances
U.S. Senate
Europe
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Treachway
I. G. Albert
Jefferson
Chauncey M. Depew
New York Central Railway Co
Chauncey
Chicago Tribune
Sioux City
George D. Perkins
Allen
Perkins
The
Express
Calvin Coolidge
San Francisco Chronicle
President’s Church
Harrisburg
William T. Gilmore
Pwureb
Vita Lery
Nureea
Wilcox & Sons
Thomas Shover
Browning
Pippa
Chicago Daily News
Summer ‘Hardware
Cross Hardware Co
Plains
California
Londen Way
Central Lumber & Coal Co
G. P. Rockstad
Mer
Capital’s Service
James J. Davis
Standard Oil Company
Middle West
Standard Oil Building
Michigan Avenue
Willys-Knight and Overland
Cedar Rapids
Willys-Knight
Overland Wagner Co
Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Matthiessen Auto & Supply Co
Monticello, Iowa
Buick
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