A Delightful Vacation at the Taxpayers' Expense
A Swiss disarmament conference is described with world tensions rising from Manchuria to India. The piece contrasts calls for peace with nations building up arms, including Mussolini training 2,500,000 youths, and a looming German rebellion. It concludes by noting the irony of enjoying a pleasant vacation funded by taxpayers.
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Switzerland
Congress
England
Manchuria
India
Gandhi
Exista
Mussolini
Germany
No clear headline from a divided Congress era
The passage reflects a polarized political moment with a Republican president and a Senate evenly split, while the House is under party control. It argues both chambers must enact constructive legislation to address economy and public needs, warning against neglect of public welfare in favor of Wall Street or special interests.
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White House
Senate
House of Representatives
Congress
Reonan Eaders
Wall Street
Camil
Senate considers wheat distribution and unemployment measures
Norton summarizes Senate action on Wheeler resolution to distribute 40 million bushels of wheat via Red Cross or designated agencies, with 20 million more in a House proposal. Proposals include a United States Employment Service and unemployment insurance studies, plus opposition fearing dole.
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Senate
Wheeler
Stabilization Corporation
American Red Cross
House
Jones
Committee On Agriculture
United States
Wagner
New York
Veterans Bureau
Hoover
Heber
Rhode Island
Dow
Norris
Congress
Aea
Asima
Nye
North Jakorta
Rade Commission Court
Country Faces Pressure as Officials Strive for Normalcy
The nation watches anxious as government representatives navigate a delicate period. Officials seek steady footing amid high scrutiny, aiming to restore stability and public trust while facing political and economic headwinds.
Ambiguous Farm Policy Proposals Tied to McNary-Haugen Plan
A bill r seeks continuation of current contract provisions and new supplies on hand, while another measure aims to amend the Farm Marketing Act by adopting the Equalization Fee provision from the original McNary-Haugen bill. The change would replace the Stabilization Corporation method with a surplus center system as described in 70th Congress discussions.
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Coolidge
Stabilization Corporation
Open Door in China Jammed by Japs
A blunt description notes the door to China being blocked by Japanese forces, signaling rising tensions in the region and potential shifts in international relations.
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China
World figures and muddled hopes in wartime reflections
A dated, fragmented monologue blends optimism and irony about prosperity and deficits. It notes shifts in marriage bonds and Jewish population growth from 7.6 million in 1880 to 15.8 million, with high-level musings on Allies and a restored Kaiser.
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Jacob Leschinsky
Duke abandons castle for modest home in England
A British duke deserts his castle for a simpler residence and says it is ten times harder for a rich man to make ends meet in England than for someone with moderate means.
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England
Bankers and their bonds profit from foreign notes
Analysts deride international bankers as experts in extracting billions in commissions by selling foreign bonds to gullible Americans who confuse foreign paper with American bank notes.
Hitler’s Rise Seen As German Mussolini Threat
The ongoing struggle for power in Germany pits chancellor Bruening against Hitler. Observers expect Hitler to oust Bruening and seize real control, positioning him as Germany’s potential Mussolini.
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Heinrich Bruening
Adolph Hitler
Hitler
Bruening
Mussolini
Germany
Anatomy of the body names and Latin echoes in Hygeia
The article cites Lloyd Edwin Savith in Hygeia Magazine describing body part names likening the uvula to a bunch of grapes and the word for cuckoo to a bone motion. It notes ancient Romans and Greeks burned parts of the body for familiar object resemblances and explains terms such as Patella and other Latin roots.
Opium in Commerce History and Production Methods
The article explains opium as the dried milky juice from unripe poppy capsules produced for centuries. It details incisions to release juice, curing in drops, forming lumps or cakes, and drying before wrapping in leaves and sending to market.
Italians Abroad Aid Native Land Amid Global Diaspora
The article notes nearly 10 million Italians live abroad, about a quarter of the peninsula’s population, sending remittances that support Italy’s economy. It cites Bank of Naples and National Savings figures, with the Americas hosting most emigrants, led by the United States with over 3 million and Argentina close behind. London mentions major European destinations like France and Switzerland among others.
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Rome
Italy
Bank of Naples
National Savings Bank
Americas
United States
Argentine
Brazil
Canada
Uruguay
Chile
Peru
Venezuela
Europe
France
Switzerland
Great Britain
Germany
Austria
Ice Box Proves Hot Box for Apartment Dweller
Evanston Illinois police arrest William Dawson after a burglary scare in his apartment. He entered the kitchen kitchen ice box ate ham and pickles then slept on a sofa before hearing intruders and calling for help. He was locked up by police for burglary and the incident prompted investigation.
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Evanston
William ‘Dawson
Dawson
Unusual Rock Deposit Found on Hoosier Farm
Unusual rock deposit on a Hoosier farm at Rolling Prairie near here. It is one of the country’s rare taffa rock sites with triovite fossils. Scientists from Field Museum Chicago and University of Chicago inspected specimens now showing at the Field Museum.
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Hoosier Farm
Ind
C. Quale
United States
Gerringt
The
Field Museum
Chicago
Homer Nicoll
Bratz
Gegrosist
Engineers Seek Pure Sound in Voice Reproduction
Subjection of Static Technicians examine steps in sound processing to remove disturbing scratch and static in voice reproduction. They claim no supernatural powers, but expect noises to cease to be trouble. The article hints at upcoming improvements and new gear for flawless performance.
If I Could Live My Life Over Again
A reflection on whether reliving life from childhood with present personality would be desirable. The author suggests one would decline the extra worry and trouble, preferring the original path despite later insight.
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Frederic Paulhan
Nonvelle Revue Francaise
Paris
Tail Spin Described as Aircraft Stall Do Not Force Spin
The text explains a tail spin results from stalling and the plane tipping onto one wing with the nose dropping while the aircraft revolves opposite to the rudder. It discusses rudder input creating a left spin and notes tail spins can be used as stunts or to lose altitude, but become dangerous if control is lost.
Report of the Condition for a 1932 Nebraska bank
The report shows assets and liabilities including cash, deposits and profits. O J Mayborn, cashier, swears the statement to be a true copy to the Department of Trade and Commerce, with directors MayBorn and W N Spakks attesting. Notary Frank T Pearce dated January 8, 1932.
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Nebraska
Jefferson
O. J. Mayborn
Department of Trade and Commerce
MayBorn
W. N- Spakks
Frank T. Pearce
Report of Bank of Diller Condition Nebraska 1931
Report of the condition of the Bank of Diller Nebraska as of December 31 1931. Includes resources loans and discounts overdrafts securities cash items and due from banks total capital stock and deposits with final settlement fund. Signed by cashier J Smith in Jefferson County Nebraska.
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Diller State Bank
Diller
Nebraska
Senet
Nyee
Conservation Fund
Phew der Banking
Dean
U.S
Tore
State OF
Jefferson
I. J. Smith Diller
J. Smira Duuer
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the Diller
Diller Nebe
Norton
Washington
Cogressman
J. N. Norton
Anatomica
Citizens State
Bank
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