Irony and critique of Washington bank laws in Tacoma Times
The Tacoma Times argues the state’s bank laws fail to protect individual depositors while guaranteeing public funds. It condemns Bank Commissioner Claude Hay’s inexperience and calls for systemic reform or federal oversight to prevent further bank failures and misery.
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The
Tacoma Times
Washington
Tacoma
Claude Hay
State Banking Department
Hay
Federal Reserve System
Hats Off to the Colors and Public Tax Opinions
A reader laments parade indifference to hats during a memorial event and urges printing a patriotic poem for all citizens. Another letter critiques the income tax system, arguing tax should be based on income, not property, and calls for simpler wartime tax rules and fair exemptions.
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the Star
United States
Seattle
Legion
Elizabeth Ashman
Recognition of Mexico to Rest on Foundational Principles
The Washington reports suggest a potential settlement with Mexico, contingent on recognizing the Obregon government and securing guarantees for the future. The policy favors non humiliation and aims to establish enduring peace through fundamental principles, praising the watchful waiting approach over intervention.
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Washington
Mexico
Obregon
Money and virtue in a world of wealth
The article argues people pursue money and wealth for daily needs and status but notes key joys cannot be bought. It cites Johnson and Wordsworth on money’s limits, arguing health friendship and sunlight are priceless, urging care for money in proportion to its real worth.
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The
Star
Samuel Johnson
Upshaw Quips On President Harding In Congressional Record
Representative Upshaw of Georgia comments on President Harding in the Congressional Record. He jokes that Harding is a good man likening him to an Irishman who joins a Methodist church. The quip ends with a humorous line about renouncing the devil and worldly vanity.
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Presides
Harding
Methodist Church
Rep
Upshaw
Inquiring Reporter Views on Maiden Names in Marriage
Readers share opinions on whether married women should keep their maiden names. Responses vary from support to opposition with reasons ranging from personal preference to potential social and administrative complications.
Remarkable Remarks About Society And Reform
A collection of quotations highlights varied social issues from labor disputes to education age limits and global peace. Notable voices include Frank Iliott on coal strikes, Mary Hoes Porter on salvation, Captain Hobson on prohibition, and Taft on judges and attire.
Spine curvature in a child and treatment options
A four year old girl has a spinal curve with no pain but frequent long colds. The degree and type of curvature affect possible straightening. functional curves are easier to treat than organic ones. Orthopedic specialists offer the best care, with a family physician able to refer to a local expert.
Two Full Moons in a Month Occur Rarely
The phenomenon happens roughly once every two and a half years when a second full moon falls within a calendar month creating a blue moon. This occurrence stems from the lunar cycle and calendar alignment and has no impact on daily weather or tides.
Up Against 17 But Up Against 17
An impoverished man recalls hardship while his wife and son endure. They rely on modest purchases and a store credit system at Cherry's, located at 207 Rialto By, Second and Madison, to survive. The piece portrays daily struggle and retailer reliance during hard times.
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Jim
Cherry
Alan
Rialto
Second
Madison
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de Maupassant
G. A
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William E. Barton
Lowell
Ly Berton Brale
Lees
Information Department
C. & Publc Health Service
Washington, D.C
Devil
Arthur W. Linton
12Th Ave
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Mit
C. M. Hurd
20Th Ave
J. Wheeler
N. Aiat
A. Jsucking
17Th Ave
Frank Iliott
Mary Hoes Porter
Northwestern University
Frank V. Thompson
Boston
Capt
Richmond Vearson Hobson
Wiaviua Parker
Willan Howard Taft
BAYER
Boltt's
Boston Daily Advertiser
Washington Title Insurance
Pike
Mother
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