Baruch Appointment Praised as Good Sign for Nation
Editorial argues Bernard Baruch’s invitation to join Roosevelt’s administration signals trusted capacity. Baruch’s European diplomacy experience and American economic stance are seen as stabilizing amid diverse London conference theories, strengthening national policy and labor protection. The piece stresses patriotism and American interests guiding Baruch’s approach.
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Roosevelt
Mr. Baruch
Baruch
London
Europe
United States
Hitler Celebrations Mark Forty Fourth Birthday in Germany
The article reports Adolf Hitler’s forty fourth birthday celebrated by a large German public figure with enthusiasm. Portraits and tin plaques depicting Hitler with a toothbrush mustache and swastika symbols are widely distributed, while questions rise about the resilience of the Hitler cult amid Allied critique of the Versailles Treaty.
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Adolf Hitler
Germany
Hitler
Hin
Diary of a Modern Pepys in New York Letters and Gossip
A chaotic diary extract catalogs social jaunts around New York including Stage Coach inn meals, Prospect Park amateur ball action, Brooklyn Bridge reflections on Steve Brodie, and a rambling parade of names like Gordon Sinclair Maugham and Brady. The piece weaves travel, literature, theater, and assorted anecdotes with humorous, stream-of-consciousness tone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Gordop
Sinclair
India
Wil H, Heys
Westchester
Ed Martindili
Nelle
Harry Silvey
Prospect Park
Zesk
Brooklyn Bridge
Steve Brodie
Matt
Celle Carmeys
Bob
Marige Davia
Irvin Cobbs
Cobb and
Davia
Human Side of News by Edwin C Hill on Damien Dutton DOrgueval
A reflective 1934 column recounts Father Damien, Ira B. Dutton, and Father DOrgueval serving among Molokai lepers. It traces Damien’s 1873 vow, Dutton’s later return to service, and DOrgueval’s sacrifice, contrasting their sacrifices with other war and religious figures. The piece honors steadfast compassion amid isolation.
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Edwin C. Hill
Weil
Mow Bulay
Goll
Robert Louis Stevenson
Joseph Danilen de Veuster
Peter D'Orgueval
Pacific
Molokai
Waikik
Father Damien
Jerusalem
Hugh Clifford
Sandwich Island
Ira Barnes Dalton
Wiscansin
Sug Wile
Clarksville
Tenn
Dutton
Wisconsin
Tenesses
Episcopal Church
Gethsemane
Molokal Sna
Damien
Brother Joseph
Ira B. Dutton
Father D'Orgueval
Damyen
Paris
D'Orgueval
Paiher
Cony
King Wraa
And I Remember When
A reminiscence by F. M. Faust recounts a San Antonio memory from about 30 years ago. He recalls the South Alamo and Water Streets area near an irrigation ditch by the streetcar station, a boy named Hex Fagan, and local scenes of watering, garden tasks, and past life on the riverfront with aging detail and nostalgic tone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. M. Faust
San Antonio
South Alamo
Tre
Nal Bonis
Frm
Garden Howe
Etiquette Notes From 1911 Bridal Customs
A fragmentary column by Kathryn Depryster discusses wedding etiquette in old traditions. It notes that married attendees are common at weddings and that both bride and groom parties often include married and unmarried participants, reflecting customs of King Yeas Ren era.
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Misa de Poyster
King Yeas
Ren
Listen World by Elsie Robinson
A 1933 essay questions parental influence on children and the need for independent thinking. It challenges readers to evaluate if they train youngsters to think for themselves or impose their own views. It suggests tracking changes in values, responsibility, and resilience as youths face modern challenges.
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Benayier
Cain
Sor
King Fens, Syn, Inc
Sun and Air Baths by Royal S Copeland M D
Formal discussion urges more sun and air bathing for health. Advocates outdoor air exposure, moderation in cold weather, and gradual acclimation. Warns against overexposure and advises in-room air baths when outdoors unavailable.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Royal S. Copeland, M. D
Wall 45
Modera- Won
Marry Go Round by Helen Rowland
An analysis of the June 1934 bride and modernized courtship, noting clearer signals between men and women. The piece argues that advances in social guidance have reduced confusion, leading to fewer failed marriages and more confident partners at the altar.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helen Rowland
Ty Kine Peas, Syn, Inc
San Antonio Light Files Look Back June Entries
Ten and twenty years ago notes recap city dealings in 1923 with Alamo Heights sewer plans and a River venue main, plus Georga Huntress named special investigator. Also June 26 1916 reports Frank Davis of San Antonio Act clan underwent major surgery in New York, and Adolph Cirgan notes parcel post satisfaction among retailers in the state.
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Alamo Heights
Terrell Hullp
Bluebonnet Hills
Nava
Ciroy
San Antonio
Jaying & Jarge
Rivervenue
Frank Davis
New York
I. T. Parka
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Maugham
Meagham
Jane
Arnold Bansect
Bormeo
Ishbel Rous
Singapore
Ighlands
Theodore Roosevelt
Khyber Pass
Siam
Sherwood Anderson
Samuel Merwin
Lyman Beecher Stowe
Beekman Place
Eva
Oliver Herford
Marysville
Homer Cray Avenue
Isaac Marconsen
Jn Loneton
Gene Crawley
Hit
Central
McNaughl Syn, Inc
Hoban
Teks
Eper
Etiquette
Kathryn Depryster
Elsie Robinson
King Pana
Syn
Indy
Eli
Akride
Are
Georga W. Huntress Jr
O. 8. Black
Adolph Cirgan
Ratell Merehants Association
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