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Newspaper
Syracuse Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 1938
Page
5
The Post-Standard and Herald publish tax redemption notices under an old law. Three insertions cost taxpayers 12 678 15 dollars combined, with Per publication rates 52 152 57 in the Post-Standard and 2 093 69 in the Herald, deemed wasteful two papers for unnecessary notices.
A city dispute over tax notices reveals bids from The Journal and two newspapers, with the mayor choosing two papers over a low bid. Commentary claims dual paper printing wastes thousands, inflates taxpayer costs, and rewards past political support.
The Journal denounces city printing deals with Herald and Post-Standard as wasteful and tied to Major Marvin. It argues the arrangement costs at least 40000 pounds and excuses offer no defense from the mayor or publishers. The Journal insists the practice will be fought and not forgotten.
The Syracuse Journal news service outline shows the weekly Western State Journal launched in March 4, 1344 and the Syracuse American daily service with International News Service under Syracuse Newspapers, Inc. Editors include Louis D Barril with MM Andrews as secretary and treasurer.
The article argues America must field two independent navies to defend both oceans simultaneously. It notes the two lengthy coastlines facing separate continental powers and the Panama Canal as a strategic risk, asserting that a navy in each ocean is required to protect Atlantic and Pacific interests at once.
The column sketches New York cultural tidbits from February notes. It mentions Elen Glasgat George Creel and various celebrity riffs, theater chatter, and social trends, including hotel life and party excess, with playful asides on posters and public figures.
A collage of past events in the area mentions park plans by Franklin H. Chase, a fatal crash near Chittenango, a long-ago abandoned wagon and morgue notes, theft and crime cases, public works debates, weather disasters, and legal notices. Names, places, dates, and outcomes are interwoven across decades, reflecting local memory and recurring concerns.
Fragmentary note discusses England and America, mentioning Made in England stamps and a push toward a Peace or reform movement. It references Roosevelt era themes and Shakespearean signatures in a garbled historical context. No clear dates or names are extractable from the readable text.
The committee led by Copeland urges action on seamen who breach contracts or rebel while at sea or in foreign ports. Boards propose suspensions or cancellations of certificates, yet no decisive steps have reached Washington. Mme Perkins, head of Labor, has intervened beyond her department in these cases.
A 1938 dispute in Los Angeles harbor involves seamen opposing a move to curb their right to strike. The investigation by the Department of Justice probes conduct by Perkins and the Cat Roper department, amid broader conflicts over wages housing and policy. The Senate vote shifted on housing and wage issues as Jesse Jones appeared, affecting the session's outcome.
Benjamin DeCasseres argues taxation crushes enterprise, condemning confiscation and outdated methods. He claims taxation fuels state power, harms the working class, and urges removal of levies to restore economic liberty and growth.
A 1935 column argues government limits fail to curb speculation as betting spreads from Wall Street to horse racing and raffles. It notes bookmakers report growing activity, public interest surges, and widespread gambling promotions across sectors, despite policy efforts.
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