Tax on labor-displacing machinery eyed in new bill
Washington dispatch by William Bruckart notes Senator O'Mahoney's bill to tax machines that displace labor, aiming to reduce unemployment. The piece questions government expansion, cites Norris and Hopkins era concerns, and warns voters about demagoguery in upcoming campaigns.
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Senator Tobey
New Hampshire
Census Bureau
Harry Hopkins
Commerce
Hopkins
United States
Washington
America
General Hugh S. Johnson on Finland Relief and Hoover Wire Tapping
A column criticizes charity to Finland arguing funds should prioritize domestic needs and Poland and China instead. It links relief to broader debt concerns and suggests voluntary contributions as a way to help. The piece also defends J Edgar Hoover against a smear campaign over FBI wire tapping and notes taps occur only with high-level authorization.
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Finland
Poland
China
Hoover
Jackson
G-Man Hoover
FBI
Norris
Senate
Lawmaker proposes tax on machinery displacing labor
William Bruckart discusses a senate bill introduced by Sen. Joseph C. Omahoney of Wyoming that would tax all machinery displacing labor. He sees little chance of passage but uses it to illustrate a trend in contemporary law making. The piece also reviews the census income question.
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William Bruckart
National Press Bldg
Washington, D. C
Washington
Senate
Joseph C. O’mahoney
Wyoming
Bruckart
Curtain Valance Pattern and Ruth Wyeth Spear Booklets
Hat lace curtains rise again with an easy to make valance guidance. Details cover cutting dimensions rod placement and color plan using glazed chintz drapery in green olive and golden yellow with brass holders. Mrs Ruth Wyeth Spears offers four booklets of thrifty homemaking ideas priced 10 cents each or four for 40 cents plus a free quilt block pattern set.
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Bedford Hills
New York
Useless Threats as Prudence in Conflict Absence
Machiavelli argues that abstaining from threats or contempt keeps an enemy from escalating. He claims threats provoke caution while contempt fuels hatred and revenge, making prudent rulers avoid openly provoking foes. The passage frames restraint as strategic wisdom in dealing with adversaries.
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Machiavelli
The Pleasant Way to Correct Constipation
An advertisement promotes Kellogg's All-Bran as a natural bulk aid for regular digestion. It urges daily use with plenty of water and suggests medical consultation if the condition is chronic.
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Kelloge’s
Battle Creek
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Washington Digest
O’mahoney
Congress
Senator Norris
Nebraska
SEN
Hugh S. Johnson
West Point
Russia
Mr. Hoover
Ruth Wyethes
Ruth Wyeth Spears
V. Throat
LUDEN
George Eliot
Firestone
Firestone Auto Supply and Service
Paice
Rich Alfred Wal
Senehecy
NBC
Red Network
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