Roosevelt tax plan sparks fight over budget and odds
Washington debates President Roosevelt tax proposals as lawmakers seek to expand and shape the plan. Observers warn the added measures may threaten his re election, with fears of a snowball effect across Congress.
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Public banks and political control debate in 1935
Leslie C. McDouall argues the danger of political control over US banks under the 1935 Banking Act. He warns that reliance on government credit risks inflation and devaluation and calls for sound congressional action and bank leadership to stabilize the monetary system for business. He criticizes excess taxation and revenue schemes as chaotic.
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Film Propaganda by James W. Gerard
James W. Gerard argues that film is a powerful propaganda tool during inflationary peril. He urges using movies to compare Germany's 1923 collapse with current risks, to promote U S currency stabilization and capitalist thrift as national virtues. He cautions against wealth redistribution rhetoric and champions American opportunity.
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Benes on Europe’s peril and the League safeguard
In 1936 and 1937 Eduard Benes predicts critical years for eastern Europe. He argues peace hinges on passing these years, endorses the League of Nations for collective security, and warns that Nazi Germany’s rise and Soviet alliances require regional and international balance.
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Safety in Flying by Donald Douglas
The article argues that engine failure remains the leading cause of air accidents and that multi engine aircraft should be able to maintain altitude with at least one engine inoperative. It notes risk rises with more engines and stresses certification on capability to fly with one dead engine along the route.
Resources of Canada by Lord Tweedsmuir
Governor General designate argues Canada has vast but undeveloped resources. Wealth comes only when resources meet world demand, and new nations must create an economic and social system quickly, lacking the long experience of older lands.
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PIGS IS NOT PIGS BY DR JOHN A HOLMES
A clergyman and writer argues on economic policy and personal virtue, urging readers to seek steady employment and meaningful relationships. The piece critiques government aid and public works programs while offering practical counsel on financial security and romantic commitment.
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Wise Philosopher on Life's Path and Happiness
A Detroit News prose vignette portrays the side of the road Philosopher observing three travelers. One chases happiness by rushing ahead, another trudges with possessions, and a third, the wise man, seeks steady ground and shared joys, finding beauty and friendship along the journey.
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Germany to exhibit death clock in Berlin exhibit
A Berlin display titled The Wonder of Life Ex hibition will show a clock of death. Every five minutes a bell will ring to indicate a death somewhere in Germany of a German. A semiofficial announcement says the place must be taken by a new-born child.
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