Labor leaders urge fairer view of industry and wages
The piece notes a broader, calmer labor stance during the recession. John L. Lewis and William Green push toward shared prosperity through cooperative bargaining, efficiency gains, and higher productivity to offset wage costs. It cites 1914 principles and hopes for improved peace between government, industry, and labor to revive trade and employment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eleanor Patterson
Washington Herald and Times
John L. Lewis
United Mine Workers
William Green
American Federation of Labor
United States
Veterans push for defense and wary of foreign wars
Veterans of the lash war aged into middle age urge adequate national defense and warn against meddling in Europe and Asia. Col William B Rosevear of the Reserve Officers Association says reserve officers stand ready for service anywhere anytime and stresses civilians must lead in war information.
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America
William B. Rosevear
The
Reserve Officers Association
Uhab
Europe
Asia
Women Jury and Teaching Voices Stir Public Debate
A collection of letters discusses women in public roles, urging an all woman jury and questioning teaching as a profession. Doris F. Mosebach of Queens Village defends women judges while others argue for balanced juries. The debate touches on sexism, politics, and education with prize entries from readers.
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Jaris F. Mosebach
Queens
Vile Tage
T. Doesib
Doris
Elsie
Jelsvish
Babor Cwlivelt
Iai
Nol
Mitch Agaist
Appola
Heaven Help
Vst
Doris F, Molebach
Pinch
Queens Village
Dear Elsie Robinson Contest Letters From Youth
By Elsie Robinson of Heve is cited in a contest for American youth with prizes of 10 dollars weekly and one dollar prizes. Rules require letters under 16 years of age, up to 600 words, with authorship and address. judges and publication rights are noted.
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Heve
Elsie
Tim
Washington Mid See University
Howard Anderson
Sam Fonting
Callege
Saturn v
Misa Elsie Robinson
Meineris
Gory
Kina Yens Srnh
Brn Antonio Bakeries
War Emergency Couer
War Emergency Council
Christmas Recycling Hint Emphasizes Useful Donations
A domestic guidance piece urges households to collect usable items not needed at home for charity. It cites Eleanor Roosevelt on avoiding rubbish and notes homes may hold dresses, old coats, quilts, and bedding that could aid those in need through city agencies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eleanor Ronsevelt
Current Magazine
Diary items and notes from a social whirlwind
A vivid, if fragmentary, diary style entry recounts meetings with Ethel Roche preparing for a world cruise, a call from Mrs Henry Fonda about a brave invalid girl’s autograph book, a comical note from Maury Paul, and a cherished letter from John T. Mew Cutchear. It notes subscribing to the Manchester Guardian after reading its editorials, encounters with Dick Bertin and L A d Gronin, mentions The Citadel by Conrad, and hints at Hollywood medicos, Dr Cronin, and a comparison to Sinclair Lewis. The piece also references Al Woods and the Wools Academy of Modern Acting opening amid waning stage interest and the lure of Hollywood studios.
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New York
Ethel Roche
Lucky Indy
Henry Fonda
California
Maury Paul
Cholly Knickerbocker
John T. Mew Cutchear
Manchester Guardian
Henry
Dick Bertin
AL Woods
Wools Academy of Modern
Hollywood Studios
Bowery Hii
Broadway
Broadway Nightclub Kings and Shifting Glamour
The piece surveys the rise and fall of top nightlife figures from Julian Eltinge to Sherman Billingsley, Jack Erlendner, and John Perona, noting how Stork No. 21 and El Morocco vie for crowds. It warns that novelty and location shifts determine who holds the nocturnal throne, as fads fade quickly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gil Boag
Broadway
Sherman Billingsley
Jack Erlendler
John Perona
The
Stork
el Morocco
Einch
Billingsley
Perons
Kriendler
Tuc Stork
Montmartre and the Bus tanaby Domingo Room reminiscences
By C. O. McIntyre recounts lively nights at Montmartre and the Bustanaby Domingo Room during the Castle era. Dancers and socialites populate the memories, with mentions of Mac Murray, Martha Mansfield, Kay Laurell, Olive Thomas, and others. Also notes Maurice Chevalier dinners and Anthony Eden’s evolving looks amid Park Avenue chatter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dinsgorstein
Mac Murray
Martha Mansfield
Kay Laurell
Olive Thomas
Wilkie Wilkir Power Advocate Aims for New Deal
The piece profiles James Wilkie as president of the Commonwealth and Southern era, detailing his rise from Indiana roots to Akron attorney, war service, and leadership in the power industry. It notes his calm diplomacy after TVA pressure and hints at a forthcoming power policy to align government and utilities, with emphasis on his liberal stance and impact on the sector.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wendell &, Whikie
Biz
Gental
Jumespun
Southern
Wilkir
Indiana
Kosieys
Goethe
Doc Marshall
Wilkie
University of Indiana
Akron
Central West Power Company
Commonwealth
Southern Fig
B.C. Gobp
Rance
IM Elwood
Early discussion on power development and cooperation
Edwin C. Hill recounts a meeting with Mr Wilkie discussing ending wasteful duplications and bringing cheap power to seven TVA regions. The tone praises government development and cooperation over private subterfuge, proposing a constructive path for energy distribution in a then-current political context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The-Lees
Wilkie
Jie
TVA
Wickie
Salva
Tay Jaw
Duman
Dutegrity
God
King Kea
Synih
Toe
Campaign to raise 500000 for air center site near San Antonio
Dec 13 1927 San Antonio business leaders and officials agree to launch a subscription drive to raise 500000 for a site outside the city for a new air center. Government needs a 2000 acre tract ready by January 1 and Old Spanish Trail route status noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gan Antonio
Chamber of Commerce
Pop Jay
Air Corns
San Antonio
Assura
Ingrown Toenail Care and Treatment Guidance
A historical note explains ingrown toenails, their causes, and the importance of foot hygiene. It warns neglect can cause deformity or infection, and advises cleansing, proper trimming, loosening tight shoes, and avoiding tight stockings. Early inflammations should be treated. persistent pain may require partial nail removal by an expert under local anesthesia.
Royal Copeland promise of instant relief for nail pain
A misspelled public notice from 1817 claims Royal Copeland offers immediate relief from nail pain fearfully promising instant relief and quick new nail growth. It warns against pain edging the nail and urges consulting a doctor or expert, copying through a syndicate label.
What Do You Know A Quiz Of Tricky Questions
A collage of quiz prompts asks differences in covey and cove, founders in colonial times, a Roman general murdered on the Ides, a falcon is a bird of prey, and more. It pairs varied trivia topics from linguistics to history, music, and geography for audience challenge.
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Notra Dame
Harvard
Pennsylvania
Yale
Whitlam and Mary
Bardon
Nite
A. Ts'the Falcon
Richard Wagner
Michiel Bale
Jules Massenet
Italy
Austrian
Lucero
Andes
Cain
Elba
Kysg Fealuren Syudiente, Inc
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Theater
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William Hy. Pure Long
Charmer of Commerce
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San Antonio Heal Fatata
John W. Warren
George C. Baur
H. PF. Nicholson
J. &. Fowler
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C.H. Jackson
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