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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1934
Page
2
The piece notes the arrival of summer with stronger sunlight and heat, mentioning Old Sol as a personified force. It paints a scene of rising temperatures and the season’s bedding in, signaling peak sun exposure and common summer effects.
A satirical musing contrasts Paul Revere and Longfellow, questions civilization’s gains, and critiques inventing a machine only to tax it to support displaced workers. The piece blends humor with social commentary on technology and labor.
The text notes broad dry sentiment by votes but alcohol remains widespread. It mentions Tugwell denying a brain trust, hints at antitrust concerns, and jokes about Dr Samuel Insull writing an auto biography for money. It observes NRA plans to run nationwide celebrations to resell the Blue Eagle and notes enforcement failures.
The Ohio State Journal opposes Mae West starring the former king of Spain in her next film. The piece argues a king can do no wrong and questions the project.
A Bible School lesson outlines Solomon's reign and Its downfall due to idolatry and heavy taxes, then details Ahijah's prophetic act and Jeroboam's rise leading to the split of Israel into the Kingdom of Israel at Samaria and Judah at Jerusalem. The piece notes prophecy and moral lessons.
The Kansas City Times reports a three year proposal to reduce farm production by 15 to 20 million acres and shift land to pasture and woodland. It notes continued benefit payments and taxes, cites rising prices for crops and livestock, and questions government led controls versus farmer efficiency and market restoration.
The World-Herald reports that refinancing 4% Federal Land Bank bonds at 4% could enable further refunds. A forthcoming $162,000,000 issue callable November 1 at 6% may be refinanced to 4%, saving over a million and a half in interest. This relief helps farmers as emergency aid ends and banks return to normal funding costs.
The Lincoln Journal cites Yale address where President Roosevelt defends the brain trust as a business like method. He favors trained experts over party labels and assumes responsibility for advisers while cabinet posts sometimes reward politicians.
A British statesman questions why a debt is unpaid not for lack of funds but a preference to avoid payment. He notes a surprising trend where it seems better policy to appear a deadbeat than a pauper, highlighting a curious side of business psychology.
A writer argues every human death stems from interference with respiration or heart action or nervous system. The Philadelphia Inquirer muses how to classify a fall from a balloon, noting it would take one’s breath away.
Huey Long leaves Washington on a one way ticket saying he will not return. He aims to run for governor of Louisiana next, to rebuild his organization. Citizens fear an influx of voters from other states attempting to aid his return and influence in the vote.
Dr Pitkin’s theory that life begins at 40 suggests notable activity from the prince of Wales may be imminent, with earlier anxieties potentially unfounded.
Question posed about merchants not advertising goods and services and whether shoppers seek better deals elsewhere due to lack of information.
A Minnesota specialist suggests blood pressure may not be a major concern, prompting skepticism about warnings. The remark invites debate on whether common health anxieties like insomnia deserve serious attention or are overblown.
Harold Sprague argues in the Harvard Alumni Bulletin that many Americans abroad appear vulgar to European hosts and other visitors due to loud behavior, herd travel, and money spent, though some Americans blend in, especially college students who travel cheaply and are taken as locals.
The Sheppard bill creates federal credit unions to expand small loans with low rates. Existing lenders like pawnbrokers and loan companies charge high percentages, while unions offer 6 to 18 percent annually. Cooperatives with members electing officers, supervised by state authorities, and profits returned as savings dividends.
Washington observers say John N Garner has grown politically since leaving the campaign trail and retreating to the vice presidency. If this is his method for seeking renomination, it appears effective.
The Kansas City Star notes summer nights bring disturbances from dogs, loud neighbors, slammed doors, late partying, radios, and lights. It argues sleep becomes hard on hot nights and urges consideration of others to preserve peace, implying no spike in fatalities but ongoing nuisance.
The New York Post argues Europe owes the United States about 22.645 billion dollars, mostly wartime debt, and that payment should come as goods to avoid harming domestic prosperity. It calls for restoring domestic buying power before expanding foreign trade and criticizes bankers pushing a favorable balance of trade.
Plattsmouth stores promote benefits of buying locally arguing residents should give town merchants first chance to serve them and support the community.
Mrs Sarah Keil remains seriously ill but recovering slowly. Palmyra visitor Harley Klietsch visits Guy Jones home. Mr and Mrs Arthur Thomson of Palmyra enjoy Sunday with J L Wall. R B Morgan visits Lincoln with C E and Ralph Allen. Will Rawson visits from Julian. Fern Buck of Murdock stays with Mr and Mrs Bert Muenchau. Emma Judkins spends week in Lincoln with daughter Mrs O S Anderson. Sunday guests at Fred Rudolph include Roger Reeve and family from Elmwood. Jean Marie Stewart hosts Junior House Maids. Plattsmouth wedding June 19 of Ruth Franche and Paul Sutton. best wishes. R M Kildee visits with mother and sister Beth of Fremont. Lannine family visits Essie area. Lydian Macnechen, James Smith and Fred Muenchau travel to Garland to see Mollie Muenchau. Milford Axe and children of Lincoln visit J W Piersol. Donald Axe extends stay with grandparents. Harriet Kemmer vacationing in Nebraska with Lawrence Kemmer. James Smith party guests include Arthur Peterson, Louise Lamping, Charlotte Schafer, Helen Baxterman. A.M. Longman car collides with Ross Curtis car near Lincoln. no serious injuries. Lawrence McMaster and Henry Sexson tour Kansas City. Mrs Harley Smith and Mrs Sexson return. Mrs Samuel Moore arrives from Arkansas for extended visit with Gerhard family. Moore family residents of Washington. Annual dinner at Linnie DeLes Denler home near Prairie Home enjoyed by many.
Reported as unwell for weeks General Johnson has entered a hospital for treatment of an abscess. The illness is described as non fatal and may affect public appearances briefly.
An Indiana woman protests as her husband bartered the family Bible valued at eight dollars to a bootlegger for two pints of whisky. The bootlegger’s moll is said to have considered the deal as well.
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