A Texan Reflects On The Great Depression And Its Remnants
The article, by Associated Press writer Robert E. Ford, recalls the 1929 stock market crash and the ensuing Depression. It notes widespread unemployment, bank failures, foreclosures, and the relief programs under Hoover and Roosevelt, ending with lingering social safety nets and a sense of national togetherness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert E. Ford
Associated Press
United States
Herbert Hoover
Hoover
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Roosevelt
Barbs About Teens and Installment Money
A columnist notes smart youths join teen clubs while critics mock. The piece laments widespread delays in payments for installments and cites the difficulty of obtaining funds on time.
Depression charity drives double giving through hardship
The piece contrasts flatterers and drink, notes bank bravado, and recalls an effort to distribute free food via church relief groups and the Red Cross. A woman assisting food distribution recalls Ed and Emma starving to death from pride, illustrating collective compassion as Depression drives boosted charity across cities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Red Cross
Emma
New Zealand Relies on Collective Defense Amid Limited Forces
New Zealand maintains a small defense force of about 13 thousand with 3.9 million residents and a vast 2000 mile coast. Officials note money limits shape readiness while stressing participation in ANZUS SEATO and a five nation pact. Leaders cite extensive Pacific duties including anti submarine warfare and aid to Vietnam and Bangladesh.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Griffith
New Zealand
Chalmers B. Wood
U.S
Wood
America
Australia
Pacific
Here
Wellington
South Island
Bangladesh
ANZUS
United States
SEATO
Southeast Asian Treaty Organization
Britain
Malaysia
Singapore
Vietnam
Cambodia
South Pacific
Fiji
Misery From Misinformation About Gonorrhea and Health
Dr. Lamb reassures a reader that past gonorrhea does not affect employment tests and with proper treatment there is no evidence of infection. The letter explains risks such as tubal scarring but notes these can arise from other causes. Also advises thyroidrelated scalp issues need thyroid hormone replacement and gentle shampoos.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Lamb
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Pecos Enterprise
Texas
By Phil Pastoret
Newspaper Enterprise Assn
Pacific Guard
By John Pinkerman
Copley News Service
Kelly Griffith
Defense Ministry
Navy
Air Force
Indian Ocean
By Roger Bollen
Lawrence E. Lamb
Lawrence Lamb, M.D
Latham
Capitol
Lala
Acca Loral
CNET
Pecos Savings & Loan
H.D
Darrell) Glover
Ford Team
Ford
The
Wagon Specialists
Pecos Motor Inc
Cedar St
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