Tariff debate on labor costs and profiteer fears
The article analyzes labor costs ignored in pro-tariff bills, citing Senator Simmons Den and various industry examples. It discusses protection percentages for wrought pipe, structural steel, brass, electric machinery, tools, and other goods, with calls for expert data and caution about rushing policy. It notes forecasters predicting future news waves and urges patience on tariff reform to avoid hastily harming the economy.
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Bogubba Terift
Benator Simmons den
N.C
Near Progressives in Congress Evening Mix Up
From the Congressional Record Senator Hartson and colleagues clash over labeling Albert Beveridge and George Platt as progressive. The exchange centers on why Hartson called them “so-called Progressives” and the rebuke from Senator Hinkle, highlighting a tense intra party discussion.
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Pat Hartson
Albert
Flapper Slang Sparks Debate On Youth Speech
The Scribbler laments younger generations adopting jazz influenced slang. Critics note terms from flapper dictionaries and comic strips reflect a shift after the war, with concerns about comprehension, vulgar roots, and the effort required to learn new speech.
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Harold Teen
Polly
Pale
Barleaquet
Freie Deutsche Jugend Movement Winds Through Europe
Washington reports a rising Free Youth movement in Germany and Austria attracting thousands of youths aged 10 to 25. Observers see emancipation from old economic binds, with bands roaming villages, singing folk songs, and seeking a global youth alliance to push for peace and end of war. Authorities note no solid link to Bolshevism, but monitor the phenomenon closely.
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Frederick J. Haskin
Washington, D. C
Middle Europe
Germany
Austria
Freie Deutsche Jugend
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State Department
Washington
Free Youth
Answers to Questions from a 1910s Information Bureau Q&A
A reader asks about Decoration Day legality, woodwork beetles, home economies, airplane heights, baseball forfeits, and more. The Bureau notes state laws on holidays, confirms Confederate Memorial Day in several states, and provides concise replies on topics from shinty to hogheads of tobacco and hippo blood.
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North Carolina
South Carolina
Texas
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Selfless Mother Turns Sour In Final Judgment
Poem depicts a mother who sacrifices for her children, giving time, wealth, and effort to make life easier for them. In a sharp reversal the speaker condemns the children as selfish, arguing the mother's selflessness left her as a slave while the brood grew ungrateful and harshly judged by neighbors. The piece ends noting the hypocritical review of her sacrifices.
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NHA Service
Dollars and Sense by R P Crawford on bonds long term
R P Crawford discusses long term bonds versus short term notes, noting long maturities rise and fall with interest rates, callable features, and the idea that during low rates short term bonds may gain. He compares investment outcomes and hints at converting securities and future topics like business valleys.
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Uae
R. P. Crawford
Andh Umean
Dollara
Senes Hay
Are You Suitable for a Glove Counter Position
A fragmented recruitment style text asks about suitability for a glove counter role in a department store. It questions appearance, temperament, stamina, willingness to learn about fabrics, and ability to handle high pressure with cranky customers. It hints at training, time demands, and persuasiveness.
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