Political rancor and budget reform debates outlined
The excerpt discusses party patronage under Roosevelt era governance, accusing leaders of turning Congress into a voting machine. It cites Diter and Norris, arguing for budget reform and opposition to Willkie, criticizing utilities policy and pledging to oust the Parlor Pinks in the upcoming election.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Congress
William Ditter
Nia
Webatimei
Nationitl
Congressional Committee
The Bill of Rights Rhetoric and Governmental Bounds
A civic column critiques misreadings of the Bill of Rights arguing that liberty must respect government stability. It warns against revolutionary acts and calls communism repulsive, noting freedom of worship and speech have limits within a protective framework.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bedloe’s
One Man Dictatorship Fear in Public Debate
The text reflects anxiety over dictatorship with quotes from Al Smith about not wanting a dictator even a good one. It discusses Congress and advisers pressing demands while emphasizing duty to protect the country from internal and external threats and to prevent the United States from becoming a one-man government.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
al Smith
Congress
Ty HG
Tag
Sadie
United States
Weir Named Finance Chairman Foiled By Labor Attacks
The selection of Ernest T. Weir as Finance Committee chair of the Republican National Committee triggers sharp criticism from New Deal opponents. Reports reveal Weirton workers earning 94 cents an hour versus industry averages, fueling accusations of unfair wages and provoking debate among labor and political factions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ernest T. Weir
Finance Committee
Republican National Committee
Weir
Irene Court
Weirton
Mr. Weir
Henry Ford
Ernest Weir
Fragmentary Burke Quote on Freedom and Habit
The excerpt presents a musing on human nature claiming that habits forge restraints and that freedom remains elusive. It attributes the idea to Burke and frames the struggle as an ordained consequence within societal life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burke
Revival Services At Methodist Church Draw Big Attendance
The Methodist Church DW reports 123 in Sunday School with a $6.00 offering. Rev. Allen led a 7 o clock Young People's service followed by morning worship. About 500 attended evening services where many were saved. Rev. J. L. Mullen and others led. Preachers from multiple towns plan nightly services through July 21 1940, with invitations extended to nearby communities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allen
B. J. L. Mullen
Williams
Mundy
Wigham
Ross Smith
Central City
Mee Smith
Leveriee
Boulder
Ll. Lecke
Baver’ Creek
Patoka
Vernon
Island Apél
Mounds Chape
Arnold ‘Chapel
Eiclock
G. M. Miller
Young Republican Reception at Salemon July 22
Young Republicans of Maron announce a reception for H. Green and other State candidates on Monday evening July 22. The event will be held on the lawn fence of C WW Sac, near the one half block north, inviting young voters to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Young ‘Republican
Salemon
Young Republicsans
Maron
H. Green
Sac
Jane
Dane
Dine
Lucé Koon
For Sale Table Top Gasoline Stove
James Wasem offers a table top gasoline stove for quick sale at a low price. Immediate take.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Wasem
Country cured hams advertised at elevator and register office
Two country cured hams are offered for sale through Farmers Elevator or the Register Office. The notice directs buyers to the listed local venues for purchase and pickup details.
Fredonia Salem Visitors and Sick List Update
Mr. and Mrs. E. KR. McHaney visited Salem on Monday. Mrs. Opal Kretzer is ill but improving. Sunday visitors included many local families led by Mr. and Mrs. Wm Perkins and Mr. and Mrs. Harold Groff, plus multiple Kretzer households and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. KR. McHaney
Salem
Opal Kretzer
Wm. Perkins
Harold Groff
Arthur Groff
Guy Charlton
Adolph Kretzer
Ted Kretzer
Melvin Maxey
Frank Belcher
Johnnie Kretzer
Joby Kretzer
Rollin
Ace of
Chas
McHahey
Ice Cream Supper at S' Night Church This Week
An ice cream supper is planned at the town church on Wednesday July 24. Home made ice cream will be sold and entertainment provided. Mrs. Fern Kirgan and children, and Mrs. Scott with daughter, were noted to attend Saturday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fern Kirgan
Scott
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