Irving Fain Testifies For Trade Renewal At Senate Hearing
Irving Jay Fain, president of the New England Export Club and chair of its Government Liaison Committee, testified before a Senate Finance Committee on renewing the Reciprocal Trade Agreements Program. He spoke from Providence Rhode Island about his 31 years in business and referenced a parable from his testimony on international economic competition.
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Mississippi Library Inequality Highlighted in Letter
In a Mississippi note, a resident describes segregated access to public libraries in Hattiesburg. The main library serves whites 8 AM to 8 PM while a Negro branch operates 7 PM to 6 PM with limited reference volumes valued around $800 to $1,000.
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Splendid Little War Recalled by Harvard Historian
Harvard historian recalls the Spanish American War ending the conflict with the treaty in 1898. John Hay called it a splendid little war in a letter to Theodore Roosevelt. The piece notes Dewey Roosevelt and early war correspondents like Richard Harding Day.
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The People Have A Right To Know
Karl Wiesenburg observes that politicians seek publicity and use personal privilege to push patriotism while some legislators courted attention in crowded galleries as the article hints at continued coverage on page 5.
Parable on Economic Competition by Irving Jay Fain
A tale of two great households, Sam and Krus, wrestling with trade and wealth. Rich Sam faces envy from Krus as both seek advantage through production and exchange, testing freedom and interdependence across neighbors. The story warns against isolation and praises balanced commerce.
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