Roosevelt and Willkie on New Deal farm policy debate
In a Philadelphia Record excerpt, critics argue the New Deal stabilized farmers from foreclosure and bankruptcy, a policy Wilkie now endorses. The piece notes lingering GOP questions, party shifts, and support dynamics involving John L. Lewis as Wilkie seeks Roosevelt backers.
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Hagerstown to Update Antiquated Direction Signs
Chief Peters proposes simplifying antiquated direction markers to help tourists navigate Hagerstown. He argues visitors should read signs at a glance without asking for help, and the State Roads Commission is expected to cooperate to modernize highway signage.
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Hagerstown
Peters
State Roads Commission
The Me Too Candidate In Rhetoric And Reform
A critical column discusses Wendell Willkie and Republican leaders critiques of the New Deal farm program. It questions whether Willkie can support continuing farmer payments and public land use while accusing the New Deal of immorality for similar actions. The piece compares Hoover and the era’s farm policy with present debates.
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New Deal
Wilkie
Mr. Willkie
Herbert Hoover
Sneeze Campaign From Hay Fever Society Sparks Debate
Michael Dorfman, head of the Hay Fever Sufferers' Society of America, launches a campaign against saying gesundheit. He urges instead for God Bless America, arguing the German phrase is un-American. The piece notes hay fever sufferers endure endless sneezing and pollen so the satire highlights tension over language and empathy.
Nazi Aircraft Advance Hints At German Shifts In War
In dispatches subtle notes hint at a shift in German strategy as Berlin touts a new advanced fighter to counter the Spitfire and Britain converts defense to offense. The Berlin claim underscores German wartime concerns and organizational strains as Petain decrees seize assets of exiles, prompting questions about motives and loyalty.
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Britain
Berlin
London
Royal Air Force
Hitler
Washington Daybook on Defense Taken Over City Office Space
Aug 10 dispatch notes Washington’s rush to house defense staff as offices spill into old Commerce building and even a roller rink. Space crunch drives 1600 new low rent homes, doubled rentals fear, and housing coordinator Charles Palmer appointed to organize defense housing amid a building boom.
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Justice Department
Washington
Chas. F. Palmer
Atlanta
Defense
Ohrid Lake
Yugoslavia
Palmer
Farmwife questions early-morning visitor at farmhouse
In Pueblo, B. B. Vanzandt of the state employment security office recounts knocking on a farmhouse door at 4 am seeking a man named Jim. The farm wife says he was there earlier and asks, “Ja Jim here?” implying the man was not present.
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Man About Manhattan tipping rage in New York satire
George Tucker narrates Abner Gilb lamenting the overwhelming tipping culture in Manhattan. He counts every small act from taxi to coffee to barber, noting how even soda jerks and cigarette girls demand tips, leaving him disoriented and regretful about los t dollars spent.
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Grand
Grand’ Central
Manhattan
Courts dissolve Western Union Employees union
The U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ordered the dissolution of the Association of Western Union Employes as it was company dominated in violation of the National Labor Relations Act.
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U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals
Association of Western Union
Own A National Forest In Your Backyard
Washington, Aug. 20 Imagine owning a vast 176,000,000 acre country estate in national forests across 35 of 48 states. The Forest Service invites Americans to choose coal woods streams lakes or mountains for a year round outdoor vacation with rentals as low as 15 to 26 dollars and spots reserved for public and group recreation. Timberline Lodge at Mount Hood and other rustic inns offer comfortable stays while most forest camps provide free sites cooking facilities and supervision for a truly personal wildwood retreat. The program aims to serve the greatest number with affordable access to public lands that belong to you.
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Washington
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Death of Augustine Emphasizes Turning to New Life
A sermon-like reminiscence recounts Saint Augustine turning from a life of indulgence after his conversion. He avoids a former companion to resist temptation and declares that his old self is dead, urging a complete break from past sins and loyalties.
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Peony Planting Guide Published For September Planting
Our Agricultural Editor condenses practical peony planting and care instructions into a handy guide. Plant peonies mid September with soil prep weeks earlier and roots ordered soon. Request the guide with a self addressed stamped envelope and include garden questions for timely advice.
Peony Planting Tips and Common Bloom Failures
September is peony planting time so plan now to plant new roots and fix issues that stop blooms. Top causes include too deep planting unfriendly soil poor drainage excess shade root competition low fertility and improper division. Plant in deep mellow loam with full sun and good drainage, enrich soil with well rotted manure, avoid fresh manure, and limit root crowding by careful division only when necessary. Writers may request a free guide by sending a 3 cent stamp.
Your Family Name Dewey Origins and Notable Bearers
An overview traces the surname Dewey from Welsh roots to possible Anglo-Saxon and German links, with other theories tying it to the French locality Douay and to Walter de Dow nai a Norman tenant in chief. It notes Thomas Dewey’s migration from England to Dorchester and Windsor, and lists prominent modern bearers including Charles A and S, Chester R, Davis Rich, John, and Malcolm Howard across law finance and academia.
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Des Moines
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Chicago
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New York City
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Cambridge
John
Columbia University
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Athens
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