Price drops and marriage mood reflect urban excesses
The piece contrasts sensational retail price cuts in big cities with steadier country stores, argues fair dealing by country merchants, and links thrift in marriage to economic strains. It recalls printers’ long economic struggles, urging reforms to restore value for newspaper work and printing trades.
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Political musings on relief and policy in a troubled era
The column debates relief measures and economic policy as Depression era pressures rise. It critiques party politics, defends Harding and Wilson, and questions government price supports, naval disarmament, and Federal roles in markets while reflecting on social change and public spending.
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