Phoenix Gazette Archives Summary
The snippet notes the Phoenix Gazette, established in 1880, a weekday evening paper in Phoenix, Arizona. Publisher Ray J. Dyer and president Eugene C. Pulliam are listed, with office at 120 East Van Buren. It mentions postal matter status and pricing, five cents per copy and one dollar monthly. The fragment ends with unreadable text.
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Arizona
Capi Phoenix Newspapers, Inc
Eugene C. Pulliam
East van Buren
Phoenix
Ray J. Dyer
Congress
Penalty For Crime Should Fit The Case
Arizona judges use probation officers and case details to tailor sentences. Governors push for uniform terms, but judges stress individual circumstances and public safety drive balanced justice across counties.
Mail Delivery Expands In Phoenix Growth Spurt
The Phoenix Post Office extends regular city delivery to outlying areas with twice daily service. Greater coverage reaches as far west as 27th Avenue and north to Arcadia and Sunnyslope, with new substations planned as residential growth continues.
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Phoenix
27Th Avenue
Arcadia
Sunnyslope
Registration Now for Phoenix fall elections urged
The Phoenix Gazette reports a three column Q and A series on voter registration aiding Phoenix voters. The League of Women Voters is praised. Anyone may register at the Maricopa County Court House on weekdays and booths will open next month with hours to be announced. DO IT NOW. FINNISH STRIKE MOVE FAILS Headline mentions a finish strike.
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Phoenix Gazette
Phoenix
League of Women Voters
Maricopa County Court House
Labor warned against undermining Arizona compensation act
H S McCluskey chief counselor for the state industrial commission told Arizona Federation of Labor delegates in Prescott that pushing for higher benefits could endanger the workers compensation program. He argued reports of fund deficits were exaggerated yet noted the fund’s losses stem from liberal spending and the law. He warned that without reforms Arizona might revert to the old 650 to 700 payments seen in 45 of 48 states.
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Labor
Arizona Federation of Labor
Prescott
H. S. McCluskey
State Industrial Commission
McCluskey
Arizona
Commission
Veterans aid and the gravy train warning
Editorials from leading papers discuss labor costs and the risk of wage cuts, then Gov. Adlai Stevenson urges veterans to view aid as part of general welfare. He argues veterans should not seek special privileges and that aid must be financially feasible for all taxpayers. The piece cautions against a rising, endless gravy train.
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Adlai Stevenson
Ilinois
American Legion
Stevenson
How To Register For Local Voting
Questions and answers from the League of Women Voters of Phoenix explain how to check registration status and locate polling places. It covers who remains registered, jury duty considerations, how to register, and upcoming elections with dates and polling hours. It notes potential errors, precinct changes, and the registrar’s help on election day.
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Truman
County Recorder’s Office
Recorder’s Office
Arizona seeks water control at San Francisco Democratic meet
Arizona leaders arrive in San Francisco for the Western Democratic Conference as they fear California uses Colorado River issues for 1950 campaigns. James Roosevelt hints at California water talk, while J H Moeur outlines Arizona goals to broaden reclamation authority and prioritize water use for the West. Local water authorities stay out of partisan politics while Central Arizona Project officials plan to present Arizona’s case.
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San Francisco
Arizona
California
Colorado River
James Roosevelt
Roosevelt
Central Arizona Project Association
Sioux City
A. M. Ward
Casa Grande
New Arizona political maneuvers hinted in busy column
Publicans and Democrats in Congress hear calls for bipartisanship as Arizona intrigue unfolds. Gila County sheriff candidate E R Kielgass proposes a shin dig to pick deputies, while a rumored Arizona Industrial Commission shakeup could oust key staff if true.
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E. R. Kielgass
Miami
Gila County
Submarines Rise as Key Naval Power in Postwar Race
Washington reports on U.S. submarine progress including snorkel technology and 21 knot underwater speed as a new era for the fleet. Russians lead in submarine yards, while U.S. experts pursue oxygen-generating chemistry to beat surface limits. Admirals convene for a press campaign against Navy curtailment, yet neglect submarines in coverage. Steel workers dispute wage board proposals with Inland Steel chiefs protesting the 10 cent increase and seeking more welfare gains. Texas educator H A Dunn ships 30,000 used books to the Philippines, a lone effort praised as a servant of brotherhood.
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Washington
Army
Navy
U.S. Navy
U.S
Atlantic
England
Russia
U.S.A
Frank Hecht
The
Navy League
Defense
Johnson
CIO
Phil Murray
Murray
Steel Workers
Pittsburgh
Inland Steel Company
H. A. Dunn
Austin
Texas
University of Texas
Dunn
Philippines
Mr. Dunn
Try And Stop Me by Gidon Schocken
A shy young man fails in courtship until his father’s advice guides him. He tests Dora with a playful talk of love and family, then philosophy about a non existent brother and noodles. A bookstore clerk asks aid from a groom who says no one can help him.
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Gidon Schocken
Dora
Admiral Peary
North Pole
Peary
Jesus
Questions and answers from The Grab Bag column
Sanely applied advertising could remake the world says Stuart Chase. Lame duck refers to an officeholder nearing term end. Locations mentioned include Panama City Panama and Ft Benning Georgia. Norris Dam is in Tennessee Valley. Answers: 1 Church of the Golden Altar location unspecified in text. 2 Fort Benning noted as a large army post. 3 John Philip Sousa composed The Stars and Stripes Forever. 4 Hiroshimas author Hiroshi Maeda? 5 Norris Dam in the Tennessee Valley.
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Hiroshima
Norris Dam
Panama City
Panama
Ft. Benning, Ga
John Philip Sousa
John Hersey
Tennessee Valley
Justice Douglas and the 1948 presidential bid commentary
Commentary notes Justice Douglas serving on the Supreme Court while a presidential candidate, recounts Truman’s 1948 push for him as VP. It critiques Justice Frankfurter and cites a dissent beginning with unrelated political musings about big business, monopolies, and anti trust law impact on the economy.
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Justice Douglas
United States Supreme Court
United States
Truman
Douglas
Harry
Standard Oil Company of
California
Felix Fraknfurter
Prankfurter
Congress
Supreme Court
Monopolies and the limits of Brandeisian thought
By George E. Sokolsky argues that laws against monopolies are weakened by mergers and asset purchases. He contends concentration of industrial power alters thought, creating a monopoly friendly form of competition and cooperation. He warns size matters, noting big firms are needed for steel and cars but not for small shops. He disputes exclusive supply contracts for filling stations as impractical for consumers seeking recognized brands.
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Brandeis
Mr. Douglas
Douglas
Silence as a daily habit and its value
The piece extols small periods of silence to reduce complaint and regret and to reflect on life’s values. It contrasts silence with constant talk, cites Peary’s polar trek and a biblical moment to illustrate disciplined restraint, and suggests silence as a wise daily investment.
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