Soviet take on Uncle Tom's Cabin robs its heroism and humor
The piece argues the Soviet version of Uncle Tom's Cabin strips Tom of heroism by eliminating prayer and moral conflict, removes Little Eva, and reworks characters like Topsy to mock American ideals. It contends the production serves propaganda goals and reflects atheistic Soviet views.
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Simon Legree
Little Eva
Eva
America
Harriet Beecher Stowe
Liza
Topsy
Moscow
Wagner plan seen as self funded relief over dole style bill
The difference between the 2 billion Wagner public relief bill and the Garner pork measure is stark. Wagner would issue securities and back loans via the Reconstruction Corporation, avoiding direct federal dole while boosting industry and jobs with a $300 million emergency fund under presidential supervision.
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Federal Treasury
Wagner
Reconstruction Corporation
Mills
The
Treasury
Great Pennsylvania Railroad
United States Treasury
Washington
Congress
Uncle Tom’s Cabin Opens Indefinite Run in Moscow
The Second Art theater in Moscow presents Uncle Tom’s Cabin in Russian with Russian performers and a heavily altered script for an open ended engagement. The piece contrasts with Harriet Beecher Stowe’s original, once less popular below the Mason-Dixon line.
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Soviet
Moscow
Harriet Beecher Stowe
Mrs. Stowe
Second Art Theater of
Fishing and the Low Mood Among Anglers
The piece argues fishing can lift spirits and feed the hungry, citing Izaak Walton and Albert T. Smith of Billings. It advocates free fishing for food in rivers to reduce hardship and keep families fed, framing angling as a practical, virtuous use of idle time.
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Associated Press
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March
Prudden, King & Prudden
New York
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Los Angeles
Seattle
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Billings
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Chicago Tribune
Piping Politics Drowns Out Commencement Orator
A satirical note on political filing for county offices amid June's piping politics, suggesting only a lucky commencement speaker escapes the Associated Press spotlight in this free country.
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June
Associated Press
Florida Waits for Vote as Owen Faces Challenger
In a sea surrounded state voters weigh a race to retire Ruth Bryan Owen from Congress. The Everglades and coastal areas shape the contest with salt water echoes and strong regional support for the challenger.
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Everglades
Florida
Ruth Bryan Owen
Congress
Vigilantes Capture Noted Bandit in Curious Name
In a terse report the town confirms the bandit was captured by Vigilantes with uncertainty over his exact alias Plummer or Plumer, but his capture is certain and the incident ends with authorities taking him into custody.
Reno Rejects Wholesale Weddings in Mass Divorce Plan
Reno maintains moral scruples yet supports the mass divorce concept while opposing a full scale wedding ceremony for all participants.
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Reno
Rockefeller Bombshell Sparks Widespread Gossip
A disclosed bombshell involving Rockefeller triggers a flood of speculation and chatter across political and social circles, though no decisive conclusions have been reached yet.
Principle of debt relief through spending reduction
The text asserts a fundamental economic rule: the optimal path to reducing debt is to cut spending rather than accumulate more debt, a principle not yet contradicted by practical experience.
Oregon Congress Veteran Hawley Unseated After 13 Terms
Washington observers note difficulty identifying why Oregon voters ousted Willis Chatman Hawley from the house seat he held for 13 terms. Hawley, a long serving Republican and coauthor with Senator Smoot on the tariff bill, faced defeat amid national partisan debate.
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Oregon
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Haugen
Iowa
North Carolina
Garner
Texas
Rainey
Ilinois
Smoot
Utah
Smoot Faces Reelection and Hawley's Long Senate Run
Oregon news hints Smoot could shiver at re election while Hawley, a longtime tariff expert and former House Ways and Means chair, faces potential uncertainty as a veteran Republican leader and possible lame duck term after a storied career dating to 1903.
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Oregon
Senator Smoot
Senate
Hawley
House
Jack Garner
Items of Interest 32 Years Ago June 19 1900
Pat Meaney arrives from Helena. Justice Ward visits the city. Senator Cullen of Glendive visits the McDermott house. John Ducie and family depart for Seattle. W M Cockrell leads the state democratic committee at the Butte. David Brown of Benton and W C Broadwater of Havre stay at the McDermott. Editor Moore of the Flathead Journal and County Attorney Gray visit. Mrs Rocheleau and daughter plan a Canada summer with relatives. Charley Hartman returns from Virginia City after legal business.
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Pat Meaney
Helena
W. F. Ward
Tom Cullen
Glendive
McDermott
John Ducie
Seattle
W. M. Cockrell
Democratic State Central Committee
Butte
David G. Brown
Benton
W. C. Broadwater
Havre
J. M. R. Moore
Flathead Journal
Copper Resists Sea Water Corrosion In Polar Bottle Find
Copper shows exceptional resistance to sea water as a bottle from the Baldwin Zeigler polar expedition, dropped in 1901 and found ashore after 30 years, remained legible with copper wire and a copper column top. The cork cover and weathering did not obscure the inscription stating Baldwin Zeigler Expedition 1901.
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Copper and Brass Research Association
Baldwin-Zeigler Polar
Aith
Shetland Islands
Scotland
Baldwin- Zeigler Expedition
Scot A Golfer For 75 Yers Oldest In Empire
Friends of John White of St John Newfoundland say he is the oldest golfer in the empire. He began swinging 75 years ago at Fifeshire Scotland and plays still at age 90. He uses a rmidiron bought 70 years ago.
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Scot
John White
St. John
Newfoundland
British Empire
Fifeshire
Scotland
Equality of Nations Needed to Bring Peace Stated
Oxford professor Robert McNutt McElroy argues that peace cannot come from mere pious resolutions by political agents, insisting equality among nations is essential to lasting harmony. He cautions against expedient rhetoric without substantive justice and reciprocal respect in international relations.
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Oxford
Robert McNutt McElroy
Peace Through World Law and Equality, McElroy Urges
Professor Robert M Nutt McElroy of Oxford College England argues that lasting peace requires equality and a universal international mind. He condemns the strong arm theory of war and calls for world law built on equal justice among nations and citizens.
Horoscope for the day on planetary govern and guidance
Astrological readings forecast a day dominated by planetary influences shaping charity appeals, religious readings, and social harmony. Travel and seamanship are favored, while Sunday suitors may face obstacles and family dissentions rise. notable birthdays include George Alexander and Blaise Pascal.
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Universal Brotherhood
Mars
George Alexander
Blaise Pascal
Gas as fuel for heavy trucks tested in France
Experiments in France show gas compressed cylinders can propel heavy trucks. Investigations indicate gas as a fuel may reduce operating costs and improve propulsion for large vehicles.
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France
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