Stormy Days in Capital Amid Roosevelt Mood Slide
The World’s Week reports President Roosevelt’s low spirits amid tax revision and budget balance battles in Congress. Senate House division stalls wage hour plans. Wallace may oppose bills. Willkie calls for utility and business truce while Lindberghs return to the U.S. and Gen Craig stresses infantry primacy in land warfare.
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Leviathan to Be Junked After Seizure in War
APAN made a bid for the Leviathan giant liner seized from Germany in World War I but the United States Lines rejected it. The vessel was sold to Metal Industries Ltd of London for 800000 dollars and will sail to England under its own power to be junked. The Leviathan cost ten stations to build and the Amer eevern unl spent more than motions to recondition it, including paying Germany 14080 dollars for its seizure.
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Treasury Plans December 15 Financing Push
Treasury Secretary Morgenthau announced a December 15 financing operation totaling about 726.68 million dollars at lower rates, including around 250 million in eight year bonds and 200 million in five year notes, with exchange options for maturing notes. Senator O Mahoney and Borah introduced a federal licensing bill for interstate corporations to curb monopolies and regulate wages, hours, and policy. Poland honors Delbos but maintains independent policy, while Panchen Lama dies in western China at 54, prompting Tibet plans for modernization. Greyhound Bus strike ends with a 1/4 cent per mile raise, and Britain eyes a trade pact with the United States as Derby predicts closer ties.
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Railroads confront high costs and weak demand in era crisis
Dr Parmalee highlights sharp declines in rail expenditures and shipments from 1931 to 1938, with capital outlays dropping from 883 million to 206 million yearly. Rail receipts barely cover fixed charges as operating costs surge due to fuel, supplies, wages, and taxes. Rates hike proposals seek 587 million in freight and fare increases to avert collapse, while relief spending dwarfs railway declines.
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The Hellocene Era and Law’s Long Arm Reflections
A rambling column mocks scientific naming of epochs calling the era Hellocene while critiquing the law’s reach and the justice system. It scoffs at optimism for 1938 and jokes about roulette, gambling houses, and crooked officials amid broader social satire.
Correcting a Common Fire Revival Mistake
A WNU Service note advises homeowners not to shake a low fire to revive it. Instead add fresh coal, let it ignite, then gently shake the grates once red. Refill to the bottom of the fire door to build a deep, economical fire that lasts longer and requires less attention.
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WNU
Worthy Inscriptions On Missouri Capitol Mottoes
Inscriptions carved on Missouri’s capitol proclaim the welfare of the people as supreme law. Phrases urge state growth, will of the people, and the burden of honor, reflecting governance ideals in stone.
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The Kruschen Salts Weight Loss Pitch
A dated health ad promotes Kruschen Salts as a fast fat loss method promising 15 pounds a month, increased energy, clearer skin, and improved mood. It urges weighing daily, taking half a teaspoon each morning, adjusting diet, and modest exercise, with a money back guarantee if results aren’t satisfying.
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Jose
Faithful Friend dog devotion stands tall in hard times
A note on canine loyalty speaks to the human condition as a dog offers love despite a person’s fall from grace. The piece highlights unconditional companionship and the healing power of a faithful pet.
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