County Costs: Reform Government to Cut Taxes
In this editorial, Jay G argues for reducing government expenses beyond salary cuts. He cites 180 Will County school districts, overlapping boards, and multiple taxing bodies as wasteful. He urges streamlined, efficient governance to lower tax burdens and improve public services.
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Rolls-Royce
Will County
Joliet
Joliet Township
Lockport
Wilmington
State of
Delaware
Rockdale
Justice of the Peace
Justice Courts
Rolls Royce
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Dragging it out in our delayed legislative cycle
The writer argues the United States election calendar postpones action. Voters choose electors for president and congressmen, but the new Congress and president do not take office until March and January respectively, delaying any change for months. The piece calls to change this dragging out system.
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Congress
Notice to motorists reroute north of Western Avenue via Jackson Street
Traffic north of Western Avenue should use the Jackson Street bridge due to the McDonough Street bridge being out. South traffic is diverted to Van Buren Street causing confusion and delays. The police department approves the unofficial notice to improve flow and save time.
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Western Avenue
Jackson Street
McDonough Street
van Buren Street
Question: who makes the better companion a teetotaler or drinker
The piece weighs social behavior and companionship traits. It contrasts restraint with sociability, suggesting neither path guarantees better companionship without context, and highlights personal choice and mutual expectations as key factors.
The Answers Walter Lowery on the drinking man
Walter Lowery describes the drinking man as sociable and congenial, often found in drinking places to meet peers. He emphasizes this does not imply the man is a drunkard, but rather values companionship and shared spaces.
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Walter Lowery
The Teetotaler and the Drinking Companion Opinions
A set of quotes from Samuel Medein Sergt Irwin Boe John Walsh Angus Joss and Lawrence Fox discuss teetotalers and drinking companions. They contrast moderation sociability and abstinence noting the teetotaler often seems distant while moderate drinkers are better company.
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Sergt. Irwin Boe
What Our Readers Think Mr. Hoover Hesitated
Readers weigh in on Roosevelt during the bonus dispute. The writer argues Roosevelt would have faced the veterans openly in Washington and refused their demands, rather than delaying or hedging. The letter reflects partisan views on the bonus controversy and the governor’s stance.
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Mr. Hoover
Gov. Roosevelt
White House
Washington
Army
Mooney Sympathizer Letters Target Red Conference
A brief letter questions Mother Mooney's aim in attending a Red conference in Moscow next month and whether Communist racketeers manipulate her for publicity. The writer asks if the Reds free no one they fight and labels Mooney a sympathizer.
Prophecy of a Democratic Presidency Never Again
Spectator notes a 1919 post armistice prophecy that a Democratic President would not be seen again. The writer pins blame on Wilson and Wilsonian democracy for war and debts, predicting in 1932 that no Democrat will win the presidency.
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Spectator
Wilson
Hoover
Charles
Porous Wallkill Prison Sparks Debate on Model Facility
A report notes four inmates escaped from the Wallkill New York model prison and raises questions about what a model prison truly accomplishes. Critics argue it fails to restrain or reform offenders, while defenders claim it aids reintegration.
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Wallkill
N. Y
President Hoover urged sportsmanship in campaign appeal
Letter writer questions if President Hoover truly endorses fair play given alleged prior vilification, bigotry, and religious prejudice in 1928. The piece hints at political double standards and memory of past campaigning.
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Hoover
L. B
Royal Romance, Etc. Spectator
A spectator mockingly references Romanian royal intrigue with King Carol and Queen Marie plotting over the succession. The piece notes Carol's return to claim the crown over his son Prince Michael, while expressing sympathy for Princess Helen and ends with the appellation Sweet Eleonora.
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Romania
King Carol
Prince Michael
Queen Marie
Michael
Carol
Helen
Eleanora
Coolidge Roasts Roosevelt and Cushions Class Labels
In a satirical jab, the author mocks Coolidge as an aristocrat while ridiculing a New England family’s social pretensions. The piece derides class distinctions and hints at a Connecticut Timbull connection in a playful, brusque tone.
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Cal
Coolidge
Roosevelt
Connecticut
Liberty of the Leg Editor Leads Sock Stocking Fad
A playful note from M. D. praises a fashion fad encouraging stockings to hang loose, remarking on a handsome editor and urging girls to join the trend with a cheeky tone.
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Liberty
M. D
Athletes Campaign for Presidential Candidates
Notable sports figures including Gene Tunney Albie Booth Lou Gehrig and others have been stumping for presidential candidates. The text suggests Hoover and Roosevelt passed up bets in Art Shires Dizzy Dean and Jack Sharkey.
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Gene Tunney
Albie Booth
Lou Gehrig
Hoover
Roosevelt
Art Shires
Dizzy Dean
Jack Sharkey
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Samuel Medein
East Cass Street
John Walsh
Angus Joss
Lawrence Fox
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