Repudiation of Gold Policies Shapes 1936 Debate
The article examines the U S Supreme Court decisions on gold clauses and Roosevelt administration policy, arguing that repudiation fears affect U S prestige and politics. It notes inflation links, court pathways for bondholders, and the likely role of NRA extension debates shaped by the White House.
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Washington
Supreme Court of the
United States
Congress
Herbert Hoover
Hoover
Astronomers Seek Larger and Better Telescopes
Scientists advance plans for a 300 inch telescope at Mt Wilson and five 15.5 inch class beams at the U S Naval Observatory. Ritchey promotes a fixed universal system with cellular mirrors while Zworykin and Henroteau pursue an electrical mosaic artificial retina to amplify light images.
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New York
Corning
N. Y
Mt. Wilson Observatory
United States Naval Observatory
G. Edward Pendray
Literary Digest
Mr. Pendray
Professor Ritchey
Ritchey
Vladimir K. Zworykin
RCA Victor Company
Francois Henroteau
Dominion Observatory
Ottawa
Canada
Wild Black Cats Reported Near Alpena
In Michigan near Monaghan's Landing at Lyle camp conservation officials report feral domestic black cats thriving in the woods. Two captured, one shot and one trapped. a specimen over three feet long and unusually muscular with a short tail. M. J. Lyle displayed the animal. locals plan to eradicate remaining cats to prevent a potential wild predatory breed.
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Lansing
Mich
Monaghan's Landing
Alpena
Department of Conservation
M. J. Lyle
Mirror Focus Could End Need for Larger Telescopes
The document notes that the 200 inch mirror’s focus might render larger instruments unnecessary, suggesting significant efficiency gains in astronomical observation and telescope design.
Proudest Italian Father of 26 Children
Sig Vincenzo Carrara a 60 year old farmer in a Bergamo farmhouse near Albino and Vallata has 26 children from three wives. Ten are dead and his 13900 square meters of land yield less than hoped. Two sons and two daughters remain with him while others form new households.
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Bergamo
Italy
Albino
Vallata
Sig
Vincenzo Carrara
Carrara
Vatican
Ambrogia
Maria Signori
Maria
Ambrogio
Carlo
Teresa
Vincenzo
Cold Dive At Battery Marks Greek Orthodox Cross Ceremony
In icy rain two men waded into the Battery waters in New York to retrieve a cross tossed during the annual Greek Orthodox Church ceremony. Their bold act drew onlookers as spectators braved the wintry weather to witness the ritual.
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the Battery
New York
Peach tree patent issued for drought and cold resistant Hardee variety
A patent for a new drought and cold resistant peach tree variety called Hardee has been granted to Donald S. Byers, Clyde Ohio horticulturist. It is the first plant patent aimed at drought and cold resistance and offers patent protections similar to mechanical inventions. The tree was developed from a northern Ohio Lake Erie region species and gained attention after producing a full crop following the 1983 84 winter loss in Michigan and Ohio.
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Washington
Ohio
Lake Erie
Michigan and Ohio
Ideal Man Must Smile and Have Sense of Humor
Forty young business women describe the ideal man as having a winning smile and sense of humor. He should not be too handsome, uphold high moral standards, love children, and be able to support a family. Respect is essential.
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Cleveland
Submarine Tank Nears Completion in Cartagena
A naval diver invented submarine tank nears completion at a Cartagena yard. The craft, designed for depths 900 to 1 000 feet, will explore the Strait of Gibraltar to probe a Europe Africa tunnel. Trials are planned this spring with six hour underwater capability and surface telephone contact.
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Spain
Cartagena
Strait of Gibraltar
Europe
Africa
Humble Fish Yield Rich Vitamins Tests Market Hope
A billion dollar deep sea industry may reach British Columbia as tests show a vitamin A and D oil blended from pilchard and grayfish livers is superior to cod liver oil. Prince Rupert school tests indicate quicker, stronger effects, core results backing the product.
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Vancouver
B. C
British Columbia
Prince Rupert
Mansfield Municipal Court Now Pays Its Way
Ohio judge R E Hutchinson notes the Mansfield municipal court started in 1928 and has collected 208510 in receipts over seven years, against 83397 in expenses, proving it covers its costs and operates self sufficiently.
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Ohio
Mansfield
R. EB. Hutchinson
Sponge Catch Assists Church to Stay in Pink Tarpon Springs
St Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church funds are kept in good repair by a sponge industry practice in Tarpon Springs Florida. One half of one percent of all local sponge sales is donated to the church. Tarpon Springs stands as a prosperous sponge market in the western hemisphere.
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Tarpon Springs
Fla
St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox
Age-Old Spring Laughs Through Hardscrabble Forest
In a lyrical reminiscence the Laughing Spring recalls Ice Age immurement and mastodon migrations, the Hudson wildlife era, Red Men, Dutch and English soldiers, Civil War troops, and wartime refugees. It celebrates timelessness as settlers drink and lovers wander by the ancient fountain while the forest remembers.
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Hudson
White Plains
New York World Telegram
Youth's Advantage Peculiarity
A concise reflection notes that when a young man feels he is enjoying himself, that moment is indeed enjoyable and meaningful, highlighting youth as a time of genuine perception of pleasure.
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