Gregory urges spending over hidden money to spur trade
London economist Professor T. E. Gregory told the Williams College Institute of Politics that hidden money harms world interests and stalls trade. He said dividend effects from the Security State bank have not fully delivered a surge, as much capital remains tucked away instead of being invested or spent.
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T. E. Gregory
London
Institute of Politics
Williams College
Mass
More Politics Taught in Schools Urged by Owens
Representative Ruth Bryan Owens of Florida urges schools to teach politics to youth. She argues today’s students will be tomorrow’s citizens and possibly officeholders, shaping national political life through informed participation.
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Ruth Bryan Owens
Florida
Opening of three million dollar stadium draws 80000
The article notes 80,000 fans attend Cleveland's new three million dollar stadium opening. It argues crowds at public amusements help lift spirits amid widespread financial and social unease, with no admission charge encouraging broader enjoyment and distraction from troubles.
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Cleveland
Ohio
Furore over emergency aid bill and Dawes loan clash
The piece questions Congress and Speaker Garner over loan stipulations for individuals versus banks. It contrasts public sentiment on aid to the poor with a $80,000,000 loan to Charlie Dawes to support his Central Republic of Chicago after his RFC resignation.
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Congress
Garner
Charlie Dawes
Central Republic of Chicago
Dawes
Reconstruction Finance Corporation
Tax Money and Government Waste Debate
The article argues against higher taxes while noting that checks reach 1.1 million adults monthly. It cites a 1929 income drop of 48.5 percent and a 12 percent rise in government costs. It asserts waste exists but stresses cautious study of tax spending and that not all funds vanish in rat holes.
Government expands with six thousand more federal workers
The piece notes 6000 additional federal employees over the past year, arguing duplication and overlap exist yet questioning how many readers would perform better. It portrays government as a large, complex machine and suggests many staffers merely mark time.
Prohibition Hopes Dwindle in Party Platforms
The Christian Century argues both major parties offer little to preserve prohibition. It notes the Democratic call for modification and repeal signals bold action, while the Republican stance is cautious, rendering any real hope for prohibition doubtful in either platform.
Security or Disarmament Debate in The Christian Science Monitor
A Monitor discussion weighs whether security should precede disarmament. The piece notes armaments underpin national defense historically, argues disarmament hinges on nations’ confidence in security, and reflects on global progress from reflection to potential policy shifts.
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Christian Science Monitor
Ford Says Drinking Is Far Less Now Than In Open Saloon Era
Henry Ford argues in his forty years of observation there is not one per cent of the drinking today compared with the open saloon era. He says only those craving a drink or seeking profit from its sale defend the notion that conditions are as bad. He contends most people know drinking is much lower than 25 to 80 years ago.
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Henry Ford
Homemaker Ideal and Married Life Roles
A businessman criticizes women who pursue careers over homemaking saying such women fail to form strong attachments with husbands. The piece notes some truth in the claim and says a wife should embrace the true role of a home-maker, avoiding prioritizing career over family.
Earliest Lost Want Ad Cited From 1649 Moderate
The item claims The Moderate printed the first advertisement asking readers to inquire about a tawny blackish nag stolen from John Rotheran in Barnet Hertfordshire. The described horse is pale with white face feet flank and a small white tail tip. Reward unspecified.
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Moderate
John Rotheran
Barnett
Hertfordshire
State Press
What Other Editors Think Holiday Or Work Sigourney Review
Reports locally and from across Iowa say the Farmers Holiday is ineffective at keeping produce off markets. Farmers can sell and get payment but cannot fix prices, unlike other merchants who can set prices yet may fail to sell. The piece questions citizen self-defense and notes a divide where a small minority terrorizes the majority.
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Iowa
Stamp on checks would label check writers by status
The columnist argues a stamp on rubber checks could raise revenue and aid budgeting. They propose a five cent stamp on checks with sufficient funds, ten cents on checks with no account, and fifteen cents on forged checks, to quickly categorize writers as good, indifferent, bad, or terrible.
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Chariton
Uncle Sam
Roosevelt decision over Mayor Walker to decide fate
The nation watches Governor Roosevelt as Sea bury findings and Walker attack loom. Roosevelt faces a choice that could alienate Tammany if he ousts Walker or draw scorn if he clears him, risking political backlash and signaling White House caution.
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Knoxville
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Walker
New York
Seabury
Roosevelt
Tammany Organization
White House
Ziegfeld Buried in Los Angeles After Glorifying American Girl
Florenz Ziegfeld is buried in Los Angeles last month days after a career described as glorifying the American girl by displaying beauty on stage. He did not seek talent but selected pretty faces and figures, even altering hair color to fit his show. He aided many in entering stage and screen careers, yet left little of lasting value to posterity.
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Florenz Ziegfeld
Los Angeles
Figures That Stagger Us
An analysis contrasts life insurance payments with railroads and autos, noting three billion to six billion dollar annual scales. It cites Reconstruction Finance Corporation scope, urban income projections, and the NYSE listed value versus life insurers’ reserve assets, arguing life insurance underpins national finances despite market woes.
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Uselinois Baptist
Reconstruction Finance Corporation
New York Stock Exchange
This Week in Pella column of light local jests
Lighthearted notes from Pella residents poke fun at community life. Quips reference the West Market square pool, local sports teams, editors, and neighbors with playful digs about spectacles, cats, mail, hair loss, and travel to California, reflecting small town humor.
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West Market Square
The Lawless Era in Knoxville Express
A critique claims many Iowa counties ignore the Bergman law and its 17 mile road levies, predicting violations of Volstead and Tuck laws. The piece argues early American founders were lawbreakers and laments reliance on British rule, urging reflection on colonial rebellion and present troubles.
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Knoxville
Iowa
Board of Supervisors
Geo Washington
Ben Franklin
Patrick Henry
George III
America
London
God Save the King
Say Who Runs This Country Night Safety Cries
Marshalltown Times-Republican warns against night travel and boosts houselock measures with advice to hire a watchman and chain car wheels. It questions if decent citizens bear all risk and calls for stronger action against habitual criminals.
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Marshalltown Times-Republican
Yeggs
America
Engagement announced for Gosselink and Scholten
The Chronicle notes the engagement of George Gosselink of Pella to Miss Christine Scholten of Boyden Iowa. A 9 year old Lawrence Kuiken broke his arm after a bicycle fall. Dr P A Edmand left for Chicago to join three other dentists in practice. Dr M J Hoffman injured a rib while painting a cottage at Spirit Lake. Lucille Van Niewaal hosted a party for Gerrit Mokma bound for missionary work in Japan. R Sipma of Alton, formerly of Pella, celebrated his 80th birthday. Mrs C L Allen suffered ivy poison. A daughter was born to Mr and Mrs L H Vander Linden.
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Chronicle
George Gosselink
Pella
Christine Scholten
Boyden
Iowa
Lawrence
Peter Kuiken
P. A. Edmand
Chicasor
Spirit Lake
M. J. Hoffman
Lucille van Niewaal
Gerrit Mokma
Japan
R. Sipma
Alton
C. L. Allen
Rs. L. H. Vander Linden
Fires Damaged Homes and Businesses in 1912 Notes
Twenty years ago reports note G B De Bruyn residence nearly destroyed by fire and Oskaloosa fire causing $50,000 loss to ten stores. City mail service planned in Pella. Marriages include Albert Van Houweling with Nettie Van Zante in Portland and Will Schakel with Josephine De Bruyn at Gus Van Vliet’s home. Obituaries listed Walter Eling Gerrit Kersbergen and Elbert Engbers. Daughters born to Van Gilst and Kuyper families. Young Eugene Kuyper dislocated his shoulder jumping from a piano.
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Chronicle
G. B. de Bruyn
Pella City
Oskaloosa
Albert van Houweling
Nettie van Zante
Portland
Oregon
Will Schakel
Josephine de Bruyn
Gus van Vliet
Walter John Eling
Gerrit Kersbergen
Elbert Engbers
P. van Gilst
A. C. Kuyper
Little Eugene
A. P. Kuyper
Advertising ends this week with tips for smart shopping
A Louisiana State Press Bulletin promotes advertising as a guide to efficient spending. It urges readers to read ads for better purchasing, cost savings, and informed choices, noting how auctions and scrip offer value at Extension Auction Sales each month.
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Louisiana State Press Bulletin
Tde
Prohibition Facts by Dr. Carver on a deadly combination
Dr. Thomas N Carver of Harvard analyzes how a strong demoralizing appetite paired with lucrative opportunity fuels problems like drink narcotics gambling and restitution He notes education alone can curb appetite but money from indulgence opposes abstinence education and warns that profits push the indulgent campaign ahead.
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Thomas N. Carver
Harvard University
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