Ostrich Heads Buried in Sand And Plans for Prosperity
A moral appeal cites government, industry, railroads and banking as four national birds with heads in the sand since 1921. It argues optimistic assurances failed, urging action, better methods, and widespread work and spending to revive prosperity. W R Hearst and Mallon notes are referenced in urging a plan to turn millions toward work.
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Washington
W. R B. Hearst
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Mallon
United
Birds Propose Work Plan To End Economic Slump
The speaker urges action to revive the economy, noting times are bad and will remain so until changes are made. He criticizes avoidance and calls for employing idle men on public works, arguing the nation has unlimited funds and much work to do and that starting the effort would be easy.
Hearst Radio Address Warns on Overcapitalization and Prosperity Plan
Hearst urges curbing excessive capitalization and argues government spending on public works and full employment will restore prosperity. He contends a five billion dollar loan, funded by taxes and a shift from prohibition to government control of liquor, could quickly pay off debt in five years and revive stores, factories, and farms.
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Savings Banka
Canada
United States
Anynapolis
Navy
Uncle Sam
Russia
Atater Government Seeks 800 Million Loan At 3.14 Percent
Bankers and capitalists offered seven and a half times the requested funds, far surpassing the 800 million sought for temporary deficit financing. The remark underscores confidence in Mr Hearst's statement and the broader financial climate.
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Atater
Seven
Mr. Hearst
Government inaction vs. Hoover plan for national progress
A voiced critique urges government and President Hoover to act boldly against stagnation. The piece rails at wage cuts and agency restraint while demanding decisive spending and expansion, citing canal projects, navy cuts, and the need for concrete action to revive prosperity and industry.
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