government and gasoline in teapot dome controversy
Senate questions secretary fall over naval oil reserves in wyoming. fall defends leases as president approved bids but fails to explain why bids were not opened. letters cite teapot dome secrecy at fall's new mexico outpost and warn of public misuses of public resources and wartime policy.
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Senate
Wyoming
Bat
H. F. Sinclair
Mtry
Teapot Dome
Department of the Interior
Washington
Three Rivers
New Mexico
W. J. Zeve
Mr. F
Secretary of the Interior
Coolidge and Harding Debate on Education and Public Service
In a fragmentary report an unnamed speaker asks how education should shape public life while contrasting Coolidge and Harding. The text hints at a cautious, open minded approach and critiques of front page attention to presidents and public issues.
Prominent Clubwoman Seeks Divorce Over Husband’s Absence
A noted clubwoman files for divorce claiming uncertainty about her husband’s whereabouts. She states he may be at home, prompting a legal separation action as a missing spouse case unfolds.
Our Problems in 2022 Our Problems in 2022
Johns Hopkins professor Raymond Peart argues population growth will slow after a rapid early period and by 2022 the population may be about twice today. He says forecasting economic problems a century ahead is futile as life will differ more than 1922 did from 1822. With a population possibly doubling, problems will likely double as well.
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Raymond Peart
Johns Hopkins University
West Virginia District Labeled as Very Dry by Representative Reed
Representative Reed of West Virginia criticizes his district as extremely dry, claiming it is so arid that even bullfrogs age 11 have not learned to swim. The remark underscores concerns about environmental and water issues in the region.
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West Virginia
Representative Reed
W. Va
Man’s aimless path echoed in timeless proverb
A traditional quote speaks to how lacking direction hampers progress, warning that those without a clear destination seldom reach a fruitful outcome. It emphasizes purposeful goals and steady progress as keys to advancement.
Learn a Word Every Day Irony in Daily Language
The text defines ironic as humor with sarcasm opposite to literal sense and notes the origin from stating concealment. It cites Secretary Hoover giving an ironic reply to critics over coal price policy during a strike.
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Secretary of Commerce
Hoover
Letters in editor condemn mayor action on summer military camps
A June 14 meeting of representatives from multiple groups condemned Mayor Brown for proposing training high school boys in summer military camps. The statement argues such camps are unnecessary, costly, and could lure youths into service, citing social issues near camps and questioning the mayor’s stance. Organizations include the Women's Legislative Council of Washington, Card and Label League, Women's Modern Study Club, and several others.
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Brown
Progressive
Camp Lewis
Women’s Legislative Council of Washington
Card and Label League
Women's Modern Study Club
Friends’ Church
Modern School, Humanitarians, Workers’ Constitutional Rights League
International Order of Good Templars
Fellowship Church
National Women's Trade Union League
Washington State
Women's International League For Peace and Freedom
From a Convict's Viewpoint EéMitor The Star
A former inmate of Walla Walla prison argues for factory work and parole chances for released convicts. He notes many excons are decent men, deserving pay to send home, and criticizes idle confinement that erodes work readiness. He supports a mill that offers wages for train fare and modest savings, urging humane rehabilitation.
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Walla Walla
Overhead Waste in Seattle Public Schools Critique
Richard Mansfield Whiter argues that Seattle schools suffer from bloated administrative overhead under Superintendent Cooper, calling for deflation of the noninstructional division. He cites salaries for officials and department heads to claim mismanagement and long term financial harm to the system.
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Péitor
Satan
Seattle
Cooper Mise
Richard Mansfield Whiter
Jap Exclusion Urged by Seattle Reader
A Seattle reader advocates strict Japanese exclusion. He claims picture brides were halted but Japanese men still obtain wives, argue assimilation is impossible, and warn of war if immigration continues. He urges white Americans to reclaim America and uphold racial purity.
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Ealtor
Japan
America
Bam
B. Ladbrookd
Morale at $150 Per Editor Sparks Seattle School Debate
Taxpayers defend Seattle school board members who voted to cut teachers' salaries. The piece questions opponents arguments and asserts teachers will endure a $150 reduction with dignity. It argues morale and child welfare trump cost concerns and mocks Mr Winthrop's critiques.
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the Star
Seattle
Shorrock
Winthrop
Ladies’ Home Journal
America
Win
Taylor
Santmyer
Essary
Anne RB. Stewart
Nob Hin Ave
Inner Circle opens as Garrick and Defoe probe mob boss club
In New York a trio follows a clue to the private Chateau Rouge style Inner Circle club run by M Georges. Garrick and Dick learn of a Fifty Club faction, a silent revolt, and a Hawaiian band as they uncover who moves in the fashionable wirehouse scene and what loot may lie there.
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Guy Garrick
Dick Defoe
Ruth Walden
Muth
Tacchante
Prof. Varto
Inner Circle
Garrick
Georges
Monsieur
Chateau Rouge
Tarrytown
Gerrick
M. Georges
Glenn
Guy
Vira
Rae
Ruth
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