Landon Knox Nominated by Republican Convention in Cleveland
Alf M Landon governor of Kansas was unanimously nominated for president with Col Frank Knox of Illinois named running mate at the Cleveland convention. The platform urged farm relief, tariff reform, a balanced budget and a nonentry into the League of Nations. Hoover addressed delegates amid hearty support as Landon’s ticket drew broad backing from party leaders and delegates alike.
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Chesterton's Death Highlights Weight and Wellness
Gilbert K Chesterton dies at sixty two from heart disease after weighing over two hundred fifty pounds. The piece argues thinness requires effort, cites brain cell load, and warns against overwork as a factor in early death. It surveys political and social notes from France and Russia, including Blum and anti Semitism, plus wartime bonuses to veterans.
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Gilbert K. Chesterton
Carrel
Chesterton
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Birchall
New York Times
France
Townsend plan criticism and 17 year locust reflection
The piece denounces Dr. Francis Townsend's $200 monthly pension proposal as impractical and dangerous for enabling racketeers, criticizing the House committee's handling and predicting political consequences. It then shifts to a meditation on the 17 year cicadas, tying their emergence to questions about Roosevelt’s New Deal and the future balance of government regimentation versus individual rights.
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Townsend
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America
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Envy and conformity in Stevenson quote analysis
A reflection on social influence and the urge to seek public approval. It argues that people surrender self-control when others imitate actions, relying on external validation rather than intrinsic goodness. It notes that the weaker a person, the more they seek endorsement to relieve their dependence.
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R. L. Stevenson
Postum Free Week’s Supply Offer Explains Health Drink
The Postum Company offers a full week’s supply of Postum free to anyone who writes for it. The ad notes the healthful benefits and invites readers in this newspaper to request the trial offer.
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Postum Company
Wise Rules for Restraining Instincts
A compact guide outlines prudent methods to curb impulsive behavior. It stresses self discipline, situational awareness, and practical steps to pause before acting.
New Coleman Safety Range Lights With Its Own Gas
Pioneer inventor W C Coleman introduces the Coleman Safety Range that self generates gas from ordinary gasoline. The carburization method converts liquid fuel to gas, producing a blue flame and efficient cooking. Porcelain enamel finish adds beauty, with tests showing a meal for five using about 2c worth of fuel. Request illustrated literature and a store chart by mailing a postcard to Wichita Kansas.
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