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Newspaper
The Spectator
Location
Joliet, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 04, 1932
Page
6
J H G argues for a seven year presidential term with no reelection. He suggests amending the constitution from four to seven years and eliminating the post election waiting period. The piece advocates moving inauguration to January and immediate congressional start.
The piece contrasts Secretary Stimson and President Hoover as they press for disarmament and peace while the Navy shrinks. It mocks their global agenda, noting Stimson’s push against Japan and Hoover’s warnings to Europe, and calls the policy punk.
The big upset theme centers on surprise performance by Notre Dame and Pitt last Saturday. Analysts note key breaks in Notre Dame’s offense and Pitt’s defensive adjustments contributing to the outcome. Quick shifts in momentum and critical plays defined the result.
Justice of the Peace Dave Fisher comments that Notre Dame seemed overconfident as the Panthers fielded a team that played like national champions. The remark reflects the tone of postgame analysis following a decisive Panthers victory.
William Mitchell, automobile sales manager, says Pitt had the best team despite Notre Dame gaining the most yardage and downs. He notes the Irish were not overconfident, having been warned about the Panthers' strength.
Francis Dunn an employee of J comments that the upset was expected noting Pitt was primed for the game and Notre Dame players appeared overconfident, reflecting on the nature of sports upsets.
Quote reflects Irish assessment after a Saturday game noting Notre Dame’s strong squad yet acknowledging a superior opponent. Sports writers praised Notre Dame though suggesting Pitt proved stronger in the matchup.
John McCarthy notes Notre Dame’s scoreless first half and bench players entering during play likely impacted the coach and squad. He claims the team’s effort contrasted with rivals, describing Notre Dame as a cat team while the opponents proved superior last Saturday.
C. S. Winston reports a hard fought game on Western avenue where Notre Dame collapsed after the Easterns’ early score. The Panthers seemed to seize the breaks in the last period as the exhibition of football unfolded with greasy touches.
A reader condemns Secretary Stimson and U.S. Far Eastern policy calling it insulting to Japan. The letter argues Japan is a mighty nation and warns that continuing the current stance could force the United States into conflict.
Local editor argues for Hoover's re election to avoid four more years of Roosevelt era policy. Letter from B L expresses fatigue with Roosevelt and urges Hoover to win in the upcoming race.
Spectator Ed compares Gandhi’s hunger tactic to personal vow to skip meals until hardship ends. A bold claim links nonviolence to self imposed fasting as a remedy for mood and times.
In a letter to the editor the writer echoes Will Rogers regrets returning home to hear nominees and calls political speeches hokum. Citing Theodore Roosevelt as a model, the author argues no current statesman is reliably sincere and challenges others to disagree.
A letter to the editor references Republicans supporting Roosevelt and criticizes Stimson. The fragment suggests intra party tension and a call for votes but provides limited names or concrete actions.
A reader cites Genesis 41 to urge modern thrift amid prosperity. The letter argues that even with cars planes ships and advances in health, prudent spending and saving remain wise during abundance. The writer, A C D, frames thrift as a timeless financial principle.
An East Side Tax Payer praises Hoover while criticizing Al Smith for calling Borah an Idaho potato and arguing Hoover should ignore Senator Borah. The writer predicts Hoover will win despite Norris LaFollette and Johnson and calls the acceptance speech a great document.
A letter praises Judge Henry Horner for his integrity on the Chicago Probate Court bench and opposes religious intolerance in Illinois politics. The writer endorses Horner and Roosevelt, urging voters to support them based on his handling of estates and public conduct.
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