Hoover Seeks renomination as Republican standard bearer
The piece lauds Herbert Hoover for leadership and economic reforms ahead of renomination. It credits his balanced budgets, sound currency policy, and Reconstruction Finance Corporation with stabilizing banks and advancing recovery. Curtis is portrayed as a capable, uncontroversial choice for vice president, with age not seen as a barrier to future duties.
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Republican Party
United States
Reconstruction Finance Corporation
Congress
Washington
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Monument to Custer at his birthplace unveiled in New Rumley
A bronze statue honoring General George A. Custer will be unveiled in New Rumley Ohio his birthplace. The article recounts his Civil War and Indian campaign exploits and notes the 1876 Little Bighorn battle where his command perished with no survivors. It emphasizes his bravery and the proposed memorial in his hometown.
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George A. Custer
New Rumley
Ohio
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Seventh United States Cavalry
Little Big Horn River
Montana
Democratic fight erupts over convention rules and wet dry split
A bitter factional clash unfolds within the Democratic camp as Roosevelt allies challenge the Shouse chairmanship and seek to repeal the two thirds rule. Dry versus wet delegates threaten to shape the Chicago convention lineup with Walsh and Barkley in dispute and a broader intra party split evident.
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Walsh
Barkley
Chicago
Men and Women A World of Contradictions Explored
A reflective piece examines how men claim independence from women yet seek female comfort in trouble. It debunks claims of women’s inferiority, noting hidden respect and a shared secret understanding. The essay contrasts stereotypes with intimate insight into gender dynamics.
Once Overs By J. J. Mundy Appreciation
A reflective piece on feeling ungrateful for not thanking friends who sent foreign country cards. The writer admits lingering guilt yet argues a card is only a small thing and wonders if friends still remember. The piece laments delayed gratitude and the passage of time.
Humorous Slices of 1920s Daily Life in Briefs
A scattering of jokes, fashion notes, and social quips from the era. Observations cover lip stick naming, bus advertising mild scandals, barbers with courting talk, Mussolini laundry jokes, Shakespearean quotes, and streetcar chatter. Includes jokes about prohibition, cartoons of family life, and playful banter on fashion and cars.
Life's Little Agony Sparks Elopement and Forgiveness Dilemma
A couple elopes triggering family tensions as the mother relocates to live with them. The dialogue reveals unresolved forgiveness and shifting family dynamics. The fragment hints at social pressure and domestic strain within a troubled union.
The robin song of spring defies old inventors
A reflective verse notes the world seeming wrong yet yearly robin songs push crocuses to bloom. It recalls old granddads claiming everything had been invented and hints at renewed hope despite gloom.
Just Folks Strange Statesmanship
A poet presents a tale of a statesman who speaks his mind despite party pressure. He prioritizes duty over votes, risking his job to pursue what he sees as wise governance. Voters are surprised by his honest, principled stand.
Much Married Mel Sparks Gossip in Brief Lines
A fragmented humorous note references a man nicknamed Much Married Mel and his wife’s alleged snorting. The tone implies light gossip about a social figure and marriage habits. The readable fragments suggest a jokey or taunting caricature rather than a full report.
The Bard's State Poem Fragment
A short verse contrasts wishing to be different with the social reception of that wish. The speaker imagines being handsome if they were what they wish, while noting most people would demur to them as they are and not as they wish to be.
How Times Change in a Humorous Snippet
A collection of quips on fashion, virtue, drink, and wit. The humor riffs on changing ladies outfits, waistlines, and social ironies with playful contrasts between old and modern manners.
Fragments and Headlines From a Turn-of-Century Page
A collage of quirky captions and overheard musings. Epitaphs about William J. McBride hint at sensational ride tales in Chicago. Jokes on bachelors and garlic pepper the page alongside French girls learning to shoot for a humorous social snapshot.
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William J. McBride
Chicago
Draft Quote Fragment from Rabelais
A user-provided fragment presents a quirky quotation attributed to Rabelais about gathering knowledge from all sources. The line references a pot a fool a winter mittam or an old slipper and emphasizes wide learning.
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Rabelais
With Their Jackets On From Sayre Ruins
All the goods saved from the ruins was a bushel of potatoes. They escaped only in their night clothing.
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Sayre
Northerner Guest Hosted by Virginia Friend
A northerner visited Virginia as a guest of a close friend and joined in customary gatherings during the stay. The article notes his habit of being a gracious guest on such visits.
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Virginia
New York
Mose
Clerical Remark on Chinese Language Learners
Dr. Lathrop cites a missionary quip about Chinese students adopting English phrases. In the joke two Chinese students meet. one asks for a moment to spare and the other replies with a jokingly literal exchange. The anecdote ends with a request to disclose all knowledge.
Sound And Adequate Relief Is Urged Upon Both Parties
A spread of editorials urges nonpartisan unemployment relief and joint action by Hoover, the House, and the Senate. Papers argue for national funding, warn against pork barrel plans, and call for a unified plan to revive credit, save jobs, and spur public works while noting Reconstruction Corporation steps already stabilizing banks.
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Detroit News
Why are criminals young according to a California survey
A California Board of Prison Directors survey shows San Quentin housed 397 inmates under twenty, 1,700 aged twenty to twenty four, 1,885 aged twenty five to twenty nine, and 1,050 aged thirty to thirty four. Only 181 are sixty or older, implying most inmates formed criminal habits since 1918.
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United States
California Board of Prison Directors
San Quentin
Salesmanship As An Art In The Modern World
Former British cabinet minister SER ERIC GEDDES argues that salesmanship is a broad art essential to modern life. He notes that everyone acts as a seller from youth onward and questions whether proper deference between seller and buyer is consistently observed in daily interactions.
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Eric Geddes
Ben
Opportunity Of Service Seen Greater Because Of World Changes
Prime Minister of Canada Richard B. Bennett argues that service opportunities have grown due to postwar changes. He cites science erasing time and distance, plus diminished prejudice, as enabling mutual understanding and shared aims across nations.
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Richard B. Bennett
Canada
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