Reflection on Robert E. Lee and party dynamics in the era
A historical meditation traces Robert E. Lee from patriot lineage to Confederate general and uses his stance to critique Republican abandonment of agricultural interests. It examines shifts in Democratic tariff policy, the Republican vetoes, and the protectionist stance of the author, tying past loyalties to contemporary party realignments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robt. E. Lee
United States
Military Academy
Lee
Robert E. Lee
Confederate States
Knudsen Praises GM Output and Tireless Executives
W F Knudsen Chevrolet president lauds GM production in May with 140700 cars and 7075 finished units in a day. He notes Sloan and Raskob’s extreme work ethic, while Dr Walsh of Fordham reflects on scientific mysteries and atomic structure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. F. Knudsen
Chevrolet
General Motors
Sloan
Raskob
General Motors Finance
Miscellaneous anecdotes and quotes from a 1920s article
A collage of remarks on industry and society features James A. Farrell of United States Steel visiting New Haven Wire, tales of apprentice wages, court confessions, a shift in moral arguments, a White House quip, MetLife insurance fortunes, aging versus youth, and reflections on thought and art including an unfinished Schubert prize and the Venus de Milo.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James A. Farrell
United States Steel Corporation
New Haven Wire Company
One of life’s greatest objects in love’s safe landing
A reflective line on offering a secure space for someone entering love. It frames intimate support as a noble goal and highlights the emotional safety of commitment. The sentiment centers on trust, care, and enduring companionship.
Prohibition and tariff debates spark party realignments
The piece rails at tariffs shielding monopolies and attacks party loyalties amid a flood of Prohibition rhetoric. It notes Hoover and Brookhart positions, mentions Asheville and Chicago conventions, and critiques Democratic and Republican stances on enforcement and policy. The tone mirrors a late 1920s editorial arguing political alignments hinge on liquor laws and tariff protections.
Will for J. L. Moore probate in Pocahontas County
In Pocahontas County District Court March Term 1928 an instrument purporting to be the last will of J. L. Moore deceased dated February 10 1927 has been filed. A hearing for proof is fixed for July 24 1928 at 2 p.m. at the Pocahontas courthouse before the district court or the clerk. All interested persons must appear to show cause why the will should not be probated. Dated Pocahontas Iowa June 27 1928. C G James Clerk of District Court.
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State of Iowa
Pocahontas County
District Court
J. L. Moore
Pocahontas
Iowa
Said County
C. G. James
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Rolfe
J. J. Bruce
J. H. Lighter
Marion Bruce
Hone
OWA Press Sociatio
Reese
Corn Belt
Republican Party
McNary- Haugen
Hoover
Brookhart
Democratic Party
Free Trade Party
Cummins
Central States Electric Company
Security Department
Merchants National Bank
Cedar Rapids
Wy Arthur Brisbane
Schubert
New York
Detroit
Eve
White House
Metropolitan Life Insurance Company
France
Metropolitan
Milo
Taft
Asheville
North Carolina
Chicago
Supreme Court
al Smith
Hammill
Dickinson
McNider
Arrowman
The
Arrow
Trucr Star- Clipper
Blake
Dougherty
Denby
E. C. Olson
the State Savings Bank
Robert Bruce
James Bruce
Jos. McEwen
J. B. Kent
Chm
W. S. McEwen
Jos
McEwen
R. J. Sent
Rolfe, Iowa
Maytag Company
Newton
Maytag
Ortland
Ore
RDRA
Pittsburgh
CFCA
Toronto
Can
Idnespolle
Fla
Robert G. Hunter
Rolfe Henry Oldfield Sr
Havelock
R. W. Kelly
Northwestern Branch
Washington Avenue
Minneapolis
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