Professorial Minds and Policy Critique in the era
The piece argues the professorial mindset distrusts practical policy, citing John Fiske and Rexford Tugwell. It critiques theoretical problem solving, asks for clearer, plainer administration, and recalls the saying knowledge is no wiser than cloth. It notes sagging markets and questions the brain trust’s usefulness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rexford G. Tugwell
Adult Education Association
Chicago
NRA
Lovie XVI
Tugwell
America
Brain Trust
Roosevelt urged to back child labor amendment ratification
The Roosevelt administration is urged to lead in ratifying the child labor amendment to the federal constitution. Fifteen states have approved, with twenty one more needed to complete the process. The piece notes past codes temporarily reducing child labor and cites census figures of over two million child workers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevelt
United States
Congress
Not Puncture Proof by T E Powers
A fragmentary 1933 column jabs at theater culture in New York. It notes critics and producers shaping ticket access, mentions Runko, Coward, and Upton Sinclair as frequent interview subjects, and sketches a surreal Lambs Club scene with David Warfield and Benny Daizen. It references hotel finances and various showbiz personalities in a stream-of-consciousness snapshot.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Winter Garden
John Chapman
Joe Cook
Tela
Coward
Ear Car- Toll
Listen World Stand Alone Lesson by Elsie Robinson
A 1938 King Features Syndicate piece urges readers to learn to stand alone rather than rely on others or possessions. It compares baby steps to growing independence and warns that clinging to people and things leads to unfulfillment, urging self-reliance while valuing love and work. The essay asks readers to reflect on their own life and strive for true personal strength.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tife
P&c
King Fea Synd. Inc
Truck Regulation Debate at Harrisburg Highlights Federal Role
Article discusses federal versus state control of motor carrier regulation, noting Harrisburg conference with governors and officials. It cites the Interstate Commerce Commission urging federal oversight, the Rayburn bill to regulate interstate trucking, and industry opposition from rail and motor carrier interests amid calls for uniform national standards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrisburg
United States Bureau of Public Roads
Salt Lake City
Longtess
Congress
United States Chamber of Commerce
Ifa
Interstate Commerce Commission
National Transportation Committee
Jete
Coolige
House
Rayburn
Texas
Internate Commerce Commitsion
Une
Fed
Fedem
Pan-American Magazine to Move Head Office to San Antonio
A 1923 San Antonio Light column notes the Pan-American Magazine will relocate its head office from London to San Antonio and publish locally. It also mentions Judge W. W. McCrory’s appointment to the state supreme court appeals commission and a petition by many lawyers. The piece covers a $200,000 Munleignt Market Annex opening next month and local landmarks on Houston Street including the Iron Front and Rapin Usenter, plus a property sale and a Boy Scouts reorganization with listed attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pan-American Magazine
London
England
San Antonio
W. W. McCrory
Appeals Commission of the Supreme Court
Net
The
Bar Association
Accep
May Lambert
Houston
Lung Collapse Treatment for Tuberculosis Becomes Widely Used
A physician explains pneumothorax collapse therapy for TB in selected patients with lung cavities. The method, once controversial, is now common in sanatoria and clinics, enabling patients to continue work while the collapsed lung heals and reduces germ growth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
King Bi. Aynd., Inc
Marry Go Round: Modern Loves and Marriage Clamor
A fragmented 1930s commentary by Helen Rowland critiques prewar courtship and marriage norms. It contrasts traditional roles with modern single women seeking independence, noting shifting attitudes toward romance, fidelity, and social expectations in a sardonic, period tone. The piece cites evolving gender dynamics and the idea of marriage as a changing social contract.
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John Fiske
Harvard
T.E. Powers
Upton Sinclair
Sinclair
Algonquin
Wendel
Thirtyointh
Dog
Tabey
Taldmigns
Werdel
Gerass
Pollemon
the Lambs
David Warfield
Benny Dazien
Chicago Stevens
Tevling
Cllfilan Webb
Patt
Campbell
Moon Beam
Bob Garland
Hilly Gost
Chere
Middle West
Glen Frankhen
McNaught
of US
Epowepz
Elsie Robinson
Jesson
James T. Williams JR
Thomas F. Brady
Mr. Brady
AL Tom
Tom Verein
Honsinn
College
Sir. Mary's Street
Alaino Corunell
Boy Scauta
Ro H. Wester
HF. Tiley
G. W. Tuckey
G. Hb. Lee
T. G. Alter
Bowen
Ales
Mr. McDowall
L. Merkle
We Alin George Wheel
WN. Taenenbatin
RM. Ouinlr
Royal 5
Copeland
M. D
Helen Rowland
Newifn
Aera
Tony Aklar
Inala
Valen
Inng
Reno
von Wisieel Aman
Kine Fen Bynd
Ina
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