Balks in the Balkans and American politics mix in the column
A sharp editorial fragment discusses Balkan peace and provoke a critique of President Harding. It then shifts to American politics and social issues including Ford, the Ku Klux Klan, Iowa road funding, Chicago race tensions, child welfare, and calls for common sense in reform.
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Lily White
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Farmerttes May Prove Angels of the Farm
An essay argues farm labor undervalues producers and that farmerettes in eastern states could spark an economic shift. It notes New York Catskills programs inviting girls to berry picking with wages of eight to twelve dollars weekly, dormitory living, and cooperative housing as a model transferable to colleges and male labor later.
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State Department of Labor
State Colleges of Agriculture
June floods hit Iowa and Detroit swamp areas
The report notes heavy June conditions with Iowa flood effects on side roads and Detroit described as a very wet area. The text emphasizes widespread moisture and waterlogged spots in multiple locations.
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Iowa
Bucket shops and boards of trade eyed as threats to honest markets
An editorial condemns bucket shops and call to end risky investment scams. It warns that men with vast capital manipulate markets on boards of trade, inflate prices, then unload, gouging consumers as bubbles burst. It urges firm action to stop such robberies and promote opportunity through merit.
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Pledge to Defeat the Foe Endangering Nation
A call to strengthen resolve against an enemy striving to ruin lives and endanger the country. The text urges steadfast courage, unity, and defensive efforts to safeguard freedoms and national security.
Progressive Community Spirit and Personal Conduct
The piece urges suppressing personal attacks in public affairs to foster progress. It contrasts two social examples, warns against shallow public behavior, and stresses self-miscipline, humility, and restrained personal publicity in civic life.
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