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Newspaper
Nazareth Item
Location
Nazareth, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1931
Page
2
A critic notes the paper avoids certain truths and hints at wartime profiteering. The piece satirically mentions Uncle Zeb aiming to endure the 1932 campaign and reflects on the contrast between public press and private motives.
Discussion argues governments must rigorously study road materials and designs to prevent wasteful spending on political roads. It cites costly miles and upkeep, urges farm-to-market road support, and notes waterproof surfacing and modern methods can expand continuous year-round connectivity with lower costs. Taxpayers should consider these issues intelligently.
The small country printer bears the loss from government sale of stamped envelopes. Government envelopes with return addresses cost the same per unit at any quantity, letting large orders subsidize small ones. Private makers can underprice, squeezing small printers and threatening livelihoods. The piece urges allowing small printers a chance without government competition to revive prosperity.
In New York City, Portland Oregon Mayor George J% Baker criticizes aggressive prohibition enforcement. He says heavy restrictions spur evasion and erode respect for law across classes and ages, warning that anti gun laws may turn law abiding citizens into offenders.
The writer argues against the notion that U.S. ties with Europe threaten national safety. He asserts nations cannot isolate from each other and that trade with foreign partners is not a threat but an inescapable reality, dating back to Washington’s era.
The speaker argues that aiding neighbors in Europe in temporary difficulties reflects good neighborhood spirit rather than forming entangling alliances warned of by Washington. He frames US action as prudent and non entangling.
Dependency applies to all producers and consumers across agriculture mining oil and finance. Regulation should lift condition for all sectors not favor one. Cooperation binds nations and individuals alike ensuring continued production commerce and cultural exchange through mutual harmony.
A five year study by the Committee on the Costs of Medical Care notes illness costs the nation about 130 million cases annually with direct costs around 3.105 billion dollars. It stresses uncertainty in illness patterns and costs, uneven distribution of physicians and hospitals, and advances toward a workable medical care formula for universal access and fair provider compensation.
Opinion piece arguing partisan politics must yield to sound diplomacy in international affairs. It cites Woodrow Wilson, McKinley, and Hoover, noting debates over Germany’s war debts and the need for nonpartisan handling in foreign relations while acknowledging critique across parties. It emphasizes independent thinking and cautious leadership.
The article reports on a second week of a new vacation Bible school at Arndt's Union Church and a reunion at Jackson school in Forks Township. It highlights leadership, attendance, and plans for two week teacher training at Camp Nesatake Spruce Hill from August 11 to 24, with emphasis on practical teaching and youth leadership development.
The Borough of Nazareth invites proposals for constructing a beam support for the Belfry of the Fire House. Plans and specs are available from Borough Engineer H Uhler of Bethlehem. Sealed bids due by August 8 1931 with a $50 proposal guarantee.
A collection of provocative quips on politics economy and daily life. Observations touch on Prohibition Capone labor Socialists and future elections with satirical takes on debt marriage and modern habits. Specific names include Raskob and Bishop Cannon as part of broader commentary.
Borough council approves reallocating 3000 to resurfacing South Main and other streets, with curb expansions to save shade trees. Zoning, safety and public works items discussed, including signs, pavement, sewer, and a 4300 loan for current bills. Robert L. Siegfried named to fill Board of Ward vacancy. June treasurer reports receipts and disbursements.
Fragmentary OCR reads of a local meeting declare the speaker describes childbirth leaving her thin, worn, and nervous. A referenced deficit and unspecified figures suggest financial concerns amid a context of halted business or proceedings, with no further items before the meeting.
The annual reunion of former Monroe County citizens now in Northampton and Lehigh Counties and in New Jersey will be held at Oakland Park along the Wil Penn Highway between Bethlehem and Easton. Older and younger generations gather to renew acquaintances, enjoy social activities, and partake in sports and amusements arranged by the committee.
The remark notes that students who have endured a hatless winter might prefer living in a house with no roof, framing it as a humorous idea about bare-headed comfort.
The Rural Citizens Welfare Association announces its annual picnic at Bushkill Centre Grove on July 11. The Bushkill Town ship Citizens Altars Committee also schedules an annual picnic in the same grove.
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