What They Want and Where was more Irony Than Hope
A New Castle News column argues against government dependence and pension seekers, rails at taxation, and criticizes social attitudes toward welfare. It reflects on public opinion shaped by snow crises, advertising in churches, and the aging generation’s concern for the youth. The piece blends editorial opinions with civil discourse from a late 19th or early 20th century local paper.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
ZL Somor
Jay & House
Philadelphia
Esidhs
Pompeii
Herculaneum
Coaltown
Fred Rents
News Co
Jim
Bagdad
New Castle
Stan Tresyer
Geo. Bechtel
Joe
Caliphs of
Galage
Baes
Jonkinger
Yellow Dogs
Steetterz
Doc Zahrner
Dot Campbell
Dee Schaefer
Doc Wisen
Joe Thay
Jos Rice
Lila
Lila Ganges of Chance
Seven Seas
Fred
Jake
ORK
Advertising and the Church Announcement in New York
An article notes a Manhattan church plans a large electric sign on Broadway to draw attention to its service. The plan sparks surprise and public interest as signage and religious outreach intersect in the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
International News
O G. Lindenstein, Inc
Ton Ave
New York City
Aidit Bureau of Circulation
American Newspaper Publishers’ Association
Broadway
Just Folks by Edgar A Guest
A mother recalls meeting your father at a wedding years ago. He appeared thin and nervous in a high white collar, his hair awkwardly styled, and she doubted she would marry him despite later outcomes. She notes she preferred other men who showered her with flowers and candy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edgar A. Guest
Hints and Dints of War Time Wit and Local Gossip
A collage of satirical quips and notes from 1925 includes sharp lines on French diplomacy, German military moves, and Prohibition era frugality. It weaves in opinions on France, Berlin, La Follette, and Pinchot, then shifts to a humorous, rambling letter about joining a dubious lodge and a wish to revive a local newspaper with a punchy, ironic voice.
The World And The Mud Puddles The Prohibition Tale
A Pre War liquor stockpile tale reveals a citizen’s cold math of bootleg whiskey. A revenue officer audits barrels and a driver’s betrayal drains forty barrels to twenty five, exposing the fallacy of planned safety under Prohibition.
Safety Sam Says Turn loose and no foresight
A garbled OCR snippet mentions a truck driver and a highway danger scenario. It references a coed and an ambulance call, but concrete details and clear names or events remain unreadable. The fragment hints at reckless behavior and a public safety warning in a period-appropriate voice.
A New Yearling Chat From A Rural Desk
A comical rural column jests about post offices flooding with Florida strawberry letters and references to Christmas rushes. The piece predicts fashion shifts with coats and wide trousers, a jab at self pity, and humorous quips about townspeople and manners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christaina
Florida
Pysmaster Lem Smiley
Folka
Dr Frank Cranes Daily Editorial on Paris Revolution Hopes
Dr Frank Crane examines Soviet envoy Krasin in Paris and a Communist deputy’s claim that a proletarian revolution has arrived. He argues revolutions stem from liberty and restraint, criticizes Russia for pressuring other nations, and contemplates two paths to world unity: federation or forced conformity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leonid Krasain
Paris
Fprepeh
Mr. Kraguin
Tadiea
Communiste
Russia
Government Principles and Russian Salvation Questioned
A short reflection notes that the principles of government for a nation are debated and suggests Russia should pursue its own salvation while permitting other nations similar latitude. Copyright 1826. by The McClure Newspaper Syndicate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russia
McClure
Dawes Addresses Reparations Committee in Paris Opening
One year ago Charles G. Dawes spoke to the Reparations Committee in Paris in an opening session. The message touched on restraint and the good life, urging labor and useful occupation over idleness. A biblical verse was cited to echo moral considerations in dealing with neighbors and public duty.
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Charles G. Dawes
Sexpert Committee
Paris
Micieseae
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NEW Castle News
Newsay
Deere
W. Conway
North Mercer Streer
Bell
Pally
Mall
Suntyieee
Cema
Nova Co
New Costa
Bercome
United States
Uncle Sam
Berlin
Rhine
Wonder Guy
Massachusetts
France
School of Petroleum
Brooklyn
Garden of Eden
LaFollette
Wisconsin
Coolidge
Davis
Californa
Idaho
Minnesota
Montana
Nevada
North Dakota
South Dakota
Washington
Iowa
Oregon
Wyoming
Gov. Pinchot
Toonerville
E Lea
BY Pontaine Fox
Fey Stray Lc
Goth
Weert Wev
Capyngh
The
Bell Syndicate
Fantaing Fox
Gaard
Ana T
Pita Burgher
Elty
Abe
America
Dr. Frank Crane
McGoun
Stetson Oxfords
Sam H. McGoun
Bible Thought
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