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Newspaper
The Spectator
Location
Joliet, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1931
Page
6
A historic quotation frames a pledge of liberty under God asserting that government of the people by the people for the people must endure across the earth. It echoes Lincoln's pledge of a new birth of freedom and enduring democratic ideals.
The author argues Americans rely on others to handle waste, urging individuals to curb dumping in alleys and reduce city reliance. Heures that households can manage garbage and ashes better, supporting local jobs and self help rather than overburdening the city sanitation department.
The issue of curbside parking on Chicago street splits merchants over its impact on business. Atlanta police traffic chief Lieutenant Malcolm questions perceived benefits and suggests testing Saturday night parking to prove its effect.
The piece argues educators should emphasize the art of learning rather than only teaching. Citing Walter B Pitkin from Columbia University it claims well trained learners complete subjects 40 to 50 percent faster and warns against excessive specialization. It urges focusing on learning skills alongside teaching.
A concise inquiry into whether media outlets shape public views or mirror prevailing attitudes, considering editorial influence, agenda setting, and audience reception. It asks readers to weigh evidence about editorial stance versus social reflection in news coverage.
George Sehring, former mayor, asserts newspapers mold public opinion more than reflect it though they may echo readers on certain topics to maintain circulation. He emphasizes the balance between influence and reflection in journalism.
William McCanna says newspapers mold public opinion and control or influence public views. He notes papers print news to help readers form opinions and sometimes reflect public sentiment directly.
Former city commissioner Thomas Bothwick says newspapers shape opinion and aim for a policy that guides readers to align with the paper, avoiding reader annoyance but pursuing influence.
Salesman Al Brown argues newspapers mold public opinion, noting readers trust information and a minority use their own judgment. He remarks that people read for information and tend to believe what they read in print.
E S Kreigh, a distributor, argues that the coverage in the newspaper reflects public option in every Mass story or policy and its impact on mass concerns. He contends coverage shapes public view and policy decisions.
A reader defends women smoking, arguing it is a free choice and criticizing those who object. The writer denies being a bad girl and hints at gossiping women in town, urging less talk and more personal freedom.
A reader praises Sheriff Flint and his deputies for raiding bootlegging dens in the county and hopes the raids continue. The letter lauds the arrests as a positive effort and expresses personal pleasure at seeing lawmen take bootleggers into custody.
A reader criticizes new Empress hats, calling them silly and mocking women who wear them. The writer jokes that only thin, pretty women should wear the hats, while fat women provoke laughter from men.
A reader writes about a letter sent months ago outlining complaints regarding Taylor Street. The note references ongoing concerns and seeks acknowledgment and response.
A West Side resident recounts a failed Taylor street fix near Prairie avenue, notes a later repair, and sends another letter hoping officials address the ongoing bad condition. The writer wonders if the prior letter influenced the work and urges prompt action.
The writer praises Germany for the Sexological Institute in Berlin offering medico psychologic treatment for erotic issues from mate matching to soothing lovelorn conditions. It argues for a similar US facility, ideally in Reno with affiliation to Washoe County Court.
A reader questions Joliet saloons to close at midnight urging police to enforce early closing. The letter argues high prices and late hours tempt youths to linger in bac rooms until morning.
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