One Man Control of Radio Broadcasting
Herbert Hoover proposes a bill to fix radio station parameters by the Secretary of Commerce, a move seen as granting absolute power. Critics warn it risks one man tyranny, given the complexity of radio, telephone, and telegraph systems. The National Association of Broadcasters distrust the theory of centralized control despite confidence in Hoover.
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Department of Commerce
Herbert Hoover
Secretary of Commerce
National Association of Broadcasters
Hoover
Association
Mr. Hoover
America
Ten Commandments for Auto Drivers in Daily Life
United States editorials warn on traffic dangers and present a snappy list of ten commandments for drivers. The rules urge driving on the right, slowing at crossroads, watching for children, aiding traffic officers, dimming headlights, obeying signs, and avoiding speed that harms others, stressing caution and responsibility to reduce fatalities.
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United States
Kissinger
Mid-West Review
Measurement of Light by Garrett P. Serviss
The article explains how precision in measuring light speed could improve Earth distance measurements. It discusses Michelson’s Mount Wilson work aiming to reduce the speed of light uncertainty, enabling direct distance measurements of 50 to 100 miles with light signals, and compares metric conversions to miles, noting current and proposed figures and the shift away from old standards.
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Globe
Ocean
Earth
Michelson
Mount Wilson
Mount San Antonio
California
Newcomb
Something to Think About by Brand Lessing
Brand Lessing argues big mail order houses are stopping revolver sales as a sign of sanity and condemns widespread gun availability. He urges manufacturers to curb output, says crime rises when pistols are easy to obtain, and mocks arguments to protect homes with handguns. He favors rifles and shotguns for defense and foresees a future with minimal firearms.
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Brand Lessing
Sears, Roebuck & Co
Charles Williams
United States
Pana
YE TOWNE GOSSIP L WATCHED a policeman
A crowd of about a dozen children waits to cross a street as a crossing guard holds their hands and guides them safely. The speaker notes long term effects, urging stronger police enforcement to build trust and confidence among youth.
Ulcers in Babys Mouth By Royal Sendian M D
A U S links baby mouth ulcers to stomatitis and thrush, explains causes from unclean feeding and neglect, and offers practical care. Advice covers alkaline mouth washes, soda or borax solutions, gentle mouth cleaning, and caregiver education to improve infant health and feeding.
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Royal Sendian M
United States
New York
New York City
Tropics
Orient
Mothering the Mothers by WM A McKeever
A fifty year old woman leads a Saturday afternoon mothers club in a mission church to support congested district families. The Motherhood Center offers three departments housework advice and an article exchange, funded by donations and nominal sales, enabling mothers to learn manage and care for families while older women continue public spirited work.
Over Life's Hurdles by Louis E. BISCH
A health column warns that persistent hurry undermines work and health. It argues hurry harms digestion, heart rate, and sleep, and that speed does not equal progress. The piece urges taking things easy, planning, and avoiding imitation of others rushing through daily life.
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Louis E. Bisch
Premier Syndicate, Inc
Harry
Some Sap and Salt by Bert Moses
A short, satirical piece by Bert Moses offering maxims on radicals, love, thinking and labor. The text includes aphorisms about being right, handling loss, thinking versus labor, and fair attribution, ending with a copyright notice from Premier Syndicate.
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Bert Moses
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