Old Hen Apron Strings Spark Town Parable in Alma
A quirky Alma column recalls a tale of three girls who resist a mother’s rule, prompting reflections on mothers as “old hens” with apron strings. The piece uses humor to critique youth, family ties, and rural wisdom, contrasting modern vanity with practical mothering.
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Debs Pardoned by President Harding Sparks Outcry
Critics condemn the Debs pardon as a danger to law and the Constitution. They accuse Eugene V. Debs of deliberate treasonous acts during the war, urge opposition to freeing fellow prisoners like Bill Haywood, and recount public reactions in Terre Haute.
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Terre Haute
The Scales Draw Closer in Foreign Trade
A year of US foreign trade shows exports at 654 million in January dropping to 295 million by November while imports rose from 209 million to 211 million leaving a 84 million trade surplus. The piece warns a continuing decline in exports could turn the balance against the US and argues for protective tariffs.
Where Your Taxes Go Where Your Taxes Go
Edward G Lowry surveys federal budgeting and spending in plain terms, outlining how government revenue is allocated to various departments, agencies, and programs. The piece examines tax collection, deficits, and the impact of federal financial decisions on business and everyday Americans.
Where Your Money Goes in Government Expenditures
A study divides outlays into six groups: obligations, war and navy expenses, primary governmental functions, public works, commerce and industry, and education and development. It argues per capita spending on science and development is tiny, proposes reallocating funds to ease overall taxation, and notes ongoing war costs. A corny joke closes with a Cleveland Plain Dealer reflection on a forgotten wedding date.
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Open Forum Messages Include Brief Communications
The notice invites forum submissions up to 300 words and specifies Jenny s venue time and parental guardianship details. It calls for orderly communications with a Tuesday deadline and emphasizes acceptable topics and channel etiquette.
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County Officials Reply To Misleading Tax Statements
B L Case defends twenty years of county service against claims that funds were hidden. He argues overdrafts existed but were known. criticizes new accounting system as costly and less accurate for receipts. He urges taxpayers to verify facts with the treasurer and questions who benefits from the system.
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Alma resident backs Dean's Kidney Pills
Mrs. William Story of 505 River Ave says persistent back pain and kidney trouble faded after using Dean's Kidney Pills bought at Murphy's Drug Store. The ad urges readers to ask for the same remedy and notes Foster Milburn Co. of Buffalo, N Y. as the makers.
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Record Directory For Ready Leperence President and Congress
Directory lists salaries and allowances for 7th Congress including President Harding and officials, with detailed figures for Senators, Representatives, clerks, mileage, stationery, and various state officers. It also covers Supreme Court justices, Treasury, and city officials, noting party divisions and population ratios.
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