Economic outlook questioned as optimism worn thin
A columnist critiques widespread optimism about the economy, arguing for a return to fundamentals. The piece compares coverage in the Times and Tribune, notes frequent references to depression, and highlights university efforts from Minnesota and Columbia to study and solve industrial instability.
Ferrozone touted as life giving blood tonic for women
An advertisement claims Ferrozone provides pep and vitality by nourishing the blood. It promises improved health, color, and vigor for women, selling the tonic at five cents through druggists.
Present Industrial Breakdown Referenced in Policy Works
The text notes extensive literature on current industrial issues with about forty five books and pamphlets addressing the problem. It cites a section titled Economic Policy and Planning containing 112 articles and eleven books by experts, indicating a broad scholarly effort without detailing conclusions.
Digestion Aid Reverses Discomfort With Dr Hamiltons Pills
A reader recalls longing for digestion of steak and onions without later discomfort. After trying Dr Hamiltons Pills the writer reports normal digestion, relief from headaches and gas, and an improved sense of well being. If stomach or bowel issues persist, one or two pills before bed are advised with a morning return to fitness.
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Dr. Hamilton
Unemployment Relief Debates Span Government and Academia
An excerpt surveys leading discussions on unemployment and relief measures from 1932, noting sessions by the Academy of Political Science and the Carnegie Foundation. It highlights Senate hearings on unemployment relief, state bond approvals, university involvement, and global economic depression debates.
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Academy of Political Science
National Industrial Conference Board
Carnegie Foundation For International Peace
Institute International de Statistique
France
U.sa
U S. Senate
New York State
U.S.A
Aantal
Basi Industries
A Problem for Debating Societies
A debate piece notes August Jaeger received ten years for sharing details of the German poison gas attack with the French. It asks if Jaeger was a traitor to humanity or to Germany, given Hague conventions and international law, and ponders which laws to obey.
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August Jaeger
Jaeger
Germany
Daily News
Mark of Good Faith Advertising Promised by Local Advertisers
The Montreal Herald notes that local merchandise ads carry the same trust as national ads. Buyers rely on a local advertiser to back his product, as the printed word is a pledge to stand behind goods and uphold the ad’s claim.
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Montreal Herald
Reform by the Ballot in English Speaking Countries
The Brantford Expositor notes that communism failed to gain traction due to reforms achievable through representative government. A historical survey shows social reform advancing significantly via the ballot over the last century.
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Brantford Expositor
Indian student ends letter to superintendent with blessing
An Indian student writes to the mission superintendent and asks to end with the plea May heaven preserve you, expressing a respectful farewell in a formal letter.
New Hat for British Tommy
The article notes a shift in British military attire with a soft hat and plus fours for soldiers, while Whitehall decrees a flat-topped cap called a broderick for letter cards, reflecting a fashion clash amid wartime efficiency plans. It contrasts public war debt anxieties with parliamentary distractions over dress.
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Whitehall
Broderick
Announcement of ten thousand ton cruiser contract
Washington reports Bethlehem Ship Building Corporation Quincy Mass awarded the contract for a new 10 000 ton cruiser at 8 196 000 dollars. The note on armaments contrasts U S spending with Europe while criticizing postwar disarmament efforts and U S leadership.
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Hoover
Congress
Washington
Bethlehem Shipbuilding Corporation
Quincy
Mass
United States
Great Britain
Monsters of the Deep Expedition To Sink Deep Sea Limits
An expedition by the Smishscenia Institution begins in January to explore undersea depths of the Atlantic Teziongy area. Researchers will use color lit traps to attract and study deep sea creatures that live in permanent darkness and lack normal eyes.
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Smishscenia Institution
Atlantic
Teziongy
Cows Milked by Telegraph At Florida Experiment Station
When the milking machine failed at the Florida Experiment Station, a Morse telegraph key was used to operate the milking pulsator. John Wilson, a University electrician, connected the key to the pulsator and controlled milking at forty five pulsations per minute for several days until parts arrived.
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Florida Experiment Station
University of Florida
John Wilson
University
Banks in Paris to perforate cheques as anti forgery measure
Banks in Paris consider perforating as well as crossing cheques to guard against forgers. A private member’s bill to the Chamber of Deputies proposes this measure amid numerous French cases where thieves use chemicals to remove diagonals and other markings from cheques.
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Paris
Chamber of Deputies
France
Upton Measures a New Custom Ear Decor Demand
A quirky exchange shows a tailor seeking a small deposit for a stylish new ear decoration. The customer consents, inviting a practical approach to securing the order.
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Upton
Postcard Exchange Sparks Quiet Town Conversation
Tourist compliments the post water handling. Aleck notes a longtime reader has been following their postcards for thirty five years.
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Aleck
Gotter
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