Private power urged over government control in Oregon
The Oregonian praises private capital for power development over municipal or government built systems. It argues public regulation keeps prices fair and protects consumers, while municipal failures show the dangers of public ownership. Big business expands opportunities, while small ventures face high costs and poor service.
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Oregon
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Oregonian
Power Trust
Contrast in federal and state finance under Mellon era
The article notes a federal surplus of 600 million while states show deficits or absorbed budgets. Five year per capita tax fell from 30.79 to 18.13 nationally, while state per capita rose to 29. The piece defends state spending on highways and civic improvements, argues federal aid is modest, and praises state prudence amid overall fiscal results.
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Mellon
Presidential Succession and Third Term Traditions Debate
The article reflects on the role of vice presidents and senators in presidential succession, noting historical precedents and breaks by Harding Roosevelt and Coolidge. It argues traditions shift when public desire changes, and touches on assorted editorial asides about Berlin, princes, nature, and sports team standings.
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Betty and the Pea Vine Arms
Betty learns that pea vines use stringy stems as arms to climb and bear peas. Happy Giggles and Mrs Peavine explain the helper stems are essential for growth. Betty and her mother install stakes and strings, and the garden yields the largest peas in the neighborhood.
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Mrs. Peavine
Tessie
Lead us not into temptation and childhood safeguar ds
An essay on temptations facing children and the limits of adult restraint. It argues ideas of morality guard youth better than rules and contends that children cannot grasp future consequences. It warns against testing honesty with coins and urges clear accounting and prudent guidance for parents and teachers.
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Beil Syndicate, Inc
Patri
Lighten the Cross of Motherhood Through Medical Care
A physician explains that many postchildbirth health issues are mechanical and treatable. A mother’s modesty can impede care, but early examination reveals pelvic muscle separation, bladder inflammation, constipation, and undernourishment. Surgical correction and prompt family physician input restore health and reduce long suffering.
Sub Rosa Lace and Refinement in the Modern Age
The author laments the decline of lace and formal etiquette amid a fast paced modern life. She contrasts past styles like Torchon and Valenciennes with a leaner, more practical dress and speech, urging restoration of refined conversation and propriety in a noisy era.
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Queen Victoria
Outlooker on Power and Progress by Montague
A poem satirizes a young man leaving college to chase power and wealth, imagining he will lead and improve society while older generations are sidelined. It mocks the arrogance of youth and the claim that knowledge equals power, with a closing jab at enduring social witticisms and a note on Paris divorce renewals.
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the Bell Syndicate, Inc
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