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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1940
Page
13
A defense of a free press as the essential safeguard for all liberties, arguing that without journalistic independence true freedom remains only nominal and fragile. The statement elevates press rights as foundational to democratic life and civic accountability.
Senator Wagner of New York criticizes amendments pushed by the Howe investigating committee and others. He argues the Supreme Court rulings on labor relations are misapplied by the Labor Board and condemns the push to empower statutory enforcement of union power. He warns that small businesses will bear the brunt of collective bargaining limits and laments the political shift that led to the repeal of prohibition.
Minutes reveal a secret discussion on the Barlow bomb and the danger it poses. An expert warned of kidnapping and coercion as nations race to uncover the explosive secret.
Seymour Lowman, former Assistant Secretary of the Treasury, who died in Elmira, is remembered for his clash with Governor Smith during a volatile era marked by Prohibition enforcement, Treasury agent deaths, and partisan splits. He later served as bank president and business executive.
A New York State mortgage moratorium, shielding foreclosures while owners pay interest and taxes, is being considered for another year. Adopted in 1933, the measure faced opposition over contract sanctity but was deemed necessary amid emergency conditions.
The readable portion suggests plans and special issues affecting work and provision abroad, with unclear references to events and individuals. The text is incomplete, but implies concern over ongoing problems and possible progress or testing in related areas.
Entitled discussion notes public opinion on Roosevelt seeking a third term. Gallup findings show significant party split with Republicans ready to back Roosevelt or oppose, while Democrats uncertain. Dr George np comments on the viability and legitimacy of a nontraditional third term amid party divisions and anticipated voter sentiment.
A legislative fight over an antilynching bill moves through committees as critics note declining lynching rates since 1882 and argue for penalties on officers and municipalities for negligence. The bill faces filibuster risk despite a 5 to 4 committee vote.
A 87 year old Brookyn chemical engineer, Gen Hiram Duryea, faces trial 26 years after the murder of Chester Duryea. Convicted son Chester Curven served at Matteawan. now the elder Duryea seeks to prove insanity and regain control of an estate once worth $200000. The case spans wars, social change, and a decades long confinement.
A fragmentary, era marked commentary surveys Republican contenders and backstage strategizing. It names George Lax Ss Mowles, Thomas E. Devos, Vander berg, Tult, Frank Gannett, McNary, Innes, and Bruce Barton as figures in a nomination battle, while hinting at room arrangements and political maneuvering.
Readers praise communal spirit during heavy snow as volunteers aid stalled motorists and streets clear. A letter responds to Aldred A about glamor girls, arguing aging spouses seek stable, respectable partners. Another writer laments youth unemployment and personal idleness, calling for action to improve America’s job prospects.
Raymond Clapper reports on how Republican labor positions are being shaped around Ernie Weir and the Wagner Act era. He notes steel industry espionage, union organizing in 198%-era Weirtaram, and violent methods used against workers bearing S.0.C. buttons, highlighting tensions in national labor politics.
Washington reports March 15 that Hugh S Johnson discusses unemployment figures and public perception. The piece interweaves satire and fictional-like anecdotes about a publicist and a mysterious discovery, citing casual remarks and misheard phrases as it muses on media and policy.
The piece surveys columnists divided on unemployment relief estimates and federal versus local control. It argues federal figures mislead, favoring larger handouts, while locals could assess needs more fairly. criticizes NRA data and national schemes as wasteful and speculative.
March 23 dispatch reports a fierce feud across the War and Treasury departments over America’s oath to the Allies. President Roosevelt and aides including Secretary Morgenthau face congressional probes as officials deny rumors of deeper conflicts and missteps amid ongoing war.
U S officials clash over foreign air tech sales with Morgenthau caught between diplomacy and finance. Lawmakers hear secret army testimony as Britain criticizes Woodring policy. Treasury projects tax return gaps and budget strain while Congress debates export curbs and subsidies.
Notes critique of Weir and labor actions, citing union suppression at Weirton and the Warner Act case. Mentions SAW.0.C. and SW.C.C. involvement, claims company guards harass organizers, and questions Republican publicity tactics in shielding Weir. References Time magazine and political figures, suggesting an ongoing public feud and strategic shifts.
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