World Conference in London Debates Trade and Currency
The United States rejects temporary dollar stabilization and pushes a program to end trade barriers, cut tariffs through reciprocal deals, and expand public works financing. London talks see France wary, Hull meeting King George, and debates over gold standard versus remonetization.
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Stanley Bruce
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Roosevelt's New Deal Faces Senate Clash and Challenges
The piece analyzes President Roosevelt's New Deal as the nation watches how he uses sweeping powers. It notes party splits in Congress, concerns over relief projects, farm mortgage plans, and the risk of malfeasance, while predicting how the President must steer policies and public messaging amid criticisms.
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Germany
Alfred Hugenberg
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National Recovery
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Western Newspaper Union
I Got Into Pictures After Many Ifs and Breaks
Irene Rich recalls pursuing acting from San Francisco to Hollywood. She details endless gatekeeping, a first big break with The Girl in His House, lead roles with Dustin Farnum, Will Rogers, and Frank Keenan, and the lesson to act without dwelling on ifs.
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WNU
Beery Tries Airborne Naps To Cure Insomnia
Wallace Beery abandons Hollywood noise and rents a plane with a pilot. He flies aimlessly for three to five hours to achieve a peaceful snooze and relaxation away from persistent calls and doorbells.
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