Muscatine Journal and News Tribune Information Update
Publication note lists staff roles and history. It states the Journal established 1840, Tribune 1848, News 1830, merged 1887, Journal and News-Tribune consolidated Sept 2 1918, with telephones and advertising reps in major cities. It instructs readers to ask for person or department.
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the Journal
the Tribune
The
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News and Tribune
Journal and News-Tribune
Government forecast shows June industrial activity rising but with surplus risk
Government estimates via the McClure syndicate indicate June production at over 80 percent of normal, while factory payrolls and employment remain far below that level. Department store sales lag at 70 percent of the 1923-25 mark, signaling a need to boost purchasing power to sustain the recovery program.
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McClure Syndicate
High Cost of Starting
Danny critics warn that public works funded by government billions will be paid back by communities and taxpayers. The piece argues for restarting the economy, comparing priming the pump to recharging a car battery and notes large annual income losses. It urges restoring the old financial base to cover startup costs.
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Danny
Washington
John Q. Taxpayer
Nose sharpened by the grindstone remark
A reader notes that noses seem sharper from constant grinding, implying a humorous observation about daily effort and scrutiny. The line suggests the wear of hard work shapes perception and features in a tongue in cheek manner.
Oregon Fishermen Wear Tin Boots to Shield Rattlesnakes
Oregon fishermen are reportedly wearing tin boots to protect against rattlesnake bites, a surprising shift from the old belief that a quart of bourbon offered protection.
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Oregon
Feminism Debate Intensifies Over Equality and Jobs
The movement's leaders argue minimum wage laws and labor protections harm women’s rights while urging militant action and a constitutional amendment. Critics contend many intelligent women oppose the approach, preferring civic voting and gradual improvements in labor conditions.
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Alice Paul
National Woman’s Party
Miss Paul
Music to Give Americans Courage Says Secretary Woodin
Secretary Woodin argues Americans need music for courage amid national strain. The remark follows a public call for morale boosting arts as citizens whistle through ongoing difficulties.
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Woodin
Cartoon explainer on Sharkey alias and language origins
The piece discusses Jack Sharkey alias Zygauskas and claims links to Lithuanian Polish transliterations, proposing linguistic roots from Baltic and Nordic languages with a sensational note about the word Talk. It also touts a forthcoming feature titled Tomorrow A Golden Eyed Beauty.
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Jack Sharkey
Sharkey
Zukauskas
Zukowski
Zuk
Mellon era alumi num costs under scrutiny
In July the Justice Department plans to wrap up a three month probe into Andy Mellon and his aluminum business. Production costs have long been secret, with observers noting costs stayed near 23 cents since 1926. The Haskell case pressed for disclosure, and the Oct. 9 impoundment of books preceded broader department access.
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Washington
George Durne
Mellon
Andy Mellon
Department of Justice
Andy
Pittsburgh
Mellons
George B. Haskell
Haskell
James B. Duke
Bosch Machine Tool Company
Circuit Court of Appeals
Justice Department
Homer S. Cummings
News Behind The News Shake Up In Gubernatorial Races
President Roosevelt and many governors face re election as political caution grows. A publicity stunt with a rubber ball hints at White House mood and potential shifts. Rudolph Forster counters talk of a distant presidency while Roosevelt is away. New York dispatch notes continued treasury financing activity.
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Roosevelt
Ma” Ferguson
Texas
White House
Garner
Rudolph Forster
Forster
Kamchatka
Financial turmoil and bank pressures across 1930s markets
Market notes show banks restructuring deposits as the Glass bill stirs fear and hope. Treasury issues draw strong subscription without gold clause while securities talk signals new conversion pressure. Authorities brace for large 2 percent issue amid investor caution and a reshaping of credit flow.
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Grim
Despond
New York
Mr. Wood
Treasury
Quotations From Leaders Highlight Social Attitudes
A collection of quotes reflects 1950s views on masculinity and religion. Senator Carter Glass deems shoes a sign of weakness, Dr. Henry Crane calls ministers a stabilizing force, and Bert Farra cites twins as the only identical handwriting.
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Carter Glass
Virginia
Muscatine Muscatine News Three Generations Recall Local Events
Fifty years ago today Fred Lumpe of Muscatine was named master workman of Eagle Lodge No. 10 A. O. U. W. for a six month term. Mrs. W. S. Peasley and Mrs. Hill of Muscatine organized a W C T U branch in Nichols. Twenty five years ago today the first cement smoke stack at Citizens Railway and Light power plant began, Browning Business college awarded diplomas, Muscatine Gunthers beat South Muscatine 15 to 0 with Morgan pitching. Ten years ago today Iowa bankers said loan downturn improved, river barge with six speed boats arrived for Burlington Fourth of July races.
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Fred Lumpe
Muscatine
Eagle Lodge No. 10
W. S. Peasley
Hill
Nichols
Citizens’ Railway and Light Company
Browning Business College
Muscatine Gunthers
South Muscatine Stars
Morgan
Iowa
Eeo Corporation
Peoria
Burlington
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