Repeal Preference for World War Veterans in Federal Appointments
The Council of the National Civil Service Reform League reports at its forty second annual convention that the federal civil service should end veteran preference in appointments. It urges termination of postmaster, appointive, and commission agent preferences and calls for restoring competitive standards, warning of political hegemony and favoritism. The document notes that veteran applicants would not be guaranteed advancement and emphasizes merit over special favoritism.
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Nalopak Civil Service Retori League
Fragmented OCR political corruption note signals legal probes
A garbled OCR passage outlines federal indictments under the Votstead Act. It mentions Justice officials, enforcement aims, and accusations of impropriety within a government and civil service context. Names, dates, and places are obscured, but references to investigations and departmental conduct remain.
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Hurdhsga
Poustutiien
Nestia
Merit system debate reshapes civil service reform
The article discusses congressional delays and public support for a merit based appointment system. It mentions a nationwide campaign to secure adoption of civil service reforms and notes upcoming focus on states including Pennsylvania Connecticut Nebraska Pennsylvania and Virginia.
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League
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Connecticut
Nebraska
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Keats Siedtann
Snd Vinginin
Lost Holidays and Deficit in Coal Industry Narrative
Fragmented OCR text describes a national coal shortage and holiday labor issues. Mentions deficits, unemployment implications, and mining towns facing supply cuts. References Philadelphia and a decline in industrial activity due to reduced coal output and policy debates.
Read the Herald on the Portchjouth Moratd Grange Sessions
A garbled notice from The Herald mentions the Mew Vnsnteiling State Grange and a Portchjouth event with sessions and attendance notes. It references tenorte of the Grange and a visitor list, but many words are unreadable.
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Auto riding in Ireland not much fun
Anrgckaten Mroray Aullin-Inh describes dangers of motor travel in Ireland. Heavy police checks and examinations slow progress, with many roads blocked and drivers impeded by frequent hold ups. The piece discusses tax risks and restrictions affecting car use, noting limited weekly progress and looming authority actions.
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Anrgckaten
Wieder Va
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