Tariff Debate Persists Amid Roosevelts Policies In 1930s
The piece discusses the enduring tariff issue from Smoot Hawley to New Deal adjustments. It notes Secretary Hull favored nations agreements and Roosevelt's tariff moves on textiles, plus rising calls for agricultural protection. It cites sugar quotas, price supports for Louisiana cane, and international comparisons showing varied duties and imports.
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Democratic Party
Roosevelt
Hull
Japan
Denver
Colorado
United States
Wallace
Post
Nebraska
England
France
Germany
Agricultural Department
Mexico
Nicaragua
Cuba
Porto Rico
Hawaii
Philippine
Louisiana
AAA
Latin American
Chester A. Davis
C. W. Peterson
Calgary
Canada
Farm and Ranch Review
Davis
Trade policy split over tariffs and bilateral barter
The article contrasts four teen reciprocal trade agreements with fears of higher tariffs and export dependence. Peterson argues domestic trade should lead, warning tariffs could ruin exports while a barter system risks internal and external regimentation. It notes historical tariff swings from Roosevelt to Hoover and the diverse national interests at stake.
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United States
Peterson
North America
Teddy Roosevelt
Cleveland
Taft
Wilson
Hoover
Sailor’s voyage from Alaska to Valparaiso in 1936
Letter from James R. Quinn aboard the U S S Chicago recounts a cruise from Long Beach to Panama and down to Valparaiso. He notes crossing the equator, the pollywogs and shellbacks initiation, variable southern hemisphere seasons, and enjoying bananas and coconuts in Panama.
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Washington
Alaska
Globe
Long Beach
Calif
Panama
South America
Equator
Valparaiso
James RK. Quinn
Rotary Club Meeting Ends With Encore Request
Last Monday at noon the Rotary club met in the Y M C A community room. A drunken visitor asked a fellow to replay a song then was escorted out, while the Rotarians earned a casual pat on the back for their singing. Carla Guth er visits, praising her father Carl Guth er for his Centennial magazine work and previews Washington county anniversary pictures.
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Rotary Club
Carla Guther
Washington
Carl Guther
Washington County
Pea Shelling Trip Sparks Family Effort
Mrs. Ezra Wittmer of Wayland, a top Evening Journal correspondent, loaded her son Duane and daughter Mary Elizabeth into the car and headed for Washington. The children shelled peas on the trip and at stops, continuing to shell on the way home.
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Ezra Wittmer
Wayland
The
Evening Journal
Duane
Mary Elizabeth
Washington
Bug in Corset Prompted Church Exit
A confidential tale reports a woman at a local church service leaving after a bug allegedly crawled into her corset. The anecdote notes family amusement over the incident and contrasts views on tobacco use among girls, favoring cigarettes over chew.
Man Grooming Before Sleep Seeks Dream Girl
A man primes his appearance at bedtime hoping to meet the girl of his dreams. He tidies his hair and outfits, awaiting a fateful encounter he imagines will arrive with the night.
Dream logic and nostalgia mix in a reader doodle page
A miscellany of short vignettes and letters. A note about dreams with playful outcomes contrasts with a memory of horsedrawn travel and a public safety illustration. The piece reflects reader reflections on progress and danger, closing with appreciation for a submitted article.
Safe driving rules urged by NEA Safety Council
The NEA Safety Council urges drivers to obey posted speed limits and adjust for road conditions. Drive in the outer lane except when passing and only pass on the left after sounding the horn. Do not cut back in and keep enough distance to see the car ahead in your rear view mirror. Maintain safe speed to stop in time for emergencies.
Elwyn Owen Secures Position with Phillips Petroleum in Oklahoma
Elwyn Owen son of William Owen of Cotter has accepted a job with Phillips Petroleum in Kayville Oklahoma after completing a postgraduate course at the University of Iowa. He attended a seventh annual tourna t h is column includes various notices and local updates.
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Elwyn Owen
Oklahoma
Martha Butler
Columbus Junction
William Owen
Cotter
Phillips Petroleum Company
Kayville
Okla
Owen
University of Iowa
W. H. Snyder
Great Falls
Mont
Guy Shaner
Long Beach
Calif
C. C. Snyder
R. J. McCleery
South Hill
Thomas Morgan
Louisa Center
Burlington Hospital
Ida Howell
Davenport
Harriet Moore
Evelyn Newell
Madeline Robertson
Des
Labor Troubles Ahead Landon Says Minimum Wage In evitable
Albany 1936 analysis notes Supreme Court decision striking down New York State minimum wage law. Babson argues social legislation could be kept legal via constitutional change, warns on labor turmoil and wage setting. Discusses unions, industrial vs craft, and potential strikes in steel. Highlights economic outlook and need for ethical hiring practices.
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Babson
Albany
New York
Supreme Court
New York State
Alfred M. Landon
Labor
Congress
NRA
Justice Hughes
Federal
John Lewis’ Group
Children Day Planned at Cairo Evangelical Church
A children’s day program is scheduled for Sunday evening at the Cairo Evangelical church. Community league kittenball standings list Columbus Junction leading with 20 1 000, Cotter 21 67, and other teams. Ding's Standard Oilers will host Morning Sun on June 26, and Columbus Junction will hold a fairgrounds event on July 4.
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W. L. Pet
Columbus Junction
Cotter
Columbus City
Louisa Center
Fredonia
Conesville
Ding’s Standard Oilers of
Columbus
Monopoly on Pyrophyllite in North Carolina
North Carolina holds a de facto monopoly on pyrophyllite, a mineral essential to making chinaware and lead pencils. The state's dominance in supply and production positions it as a key player in this mineral market.
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North Carolina
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