No Man Worth Over $2.50 a Day Says Ganfield
Dr. W A Ganfield president of Carroll College spoke to Christian Endeavor delegates in Cedar Rapids Iowa arguing no man in America is worth more than two dollars and fifty cents per day below the ears. He urged youths 17 to educate mind and morals and praised integrity over wealth. The talk touched on education race and civic issues noting the need for character and ambition and warning against moral laxity. The speech cited examples in law and politics and highlighted a forthcoming debate on desegregation and an anti lynching bill. A Spingarn Medal honor to a notable American was mentioned with Roland Hayes noted as a past recipient.
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Negroes Hold Annual Conference in Denver
Denver prepares as the 16th annual NAACP conference arrives for six days beginning June 24 at the municipal auditorium. Noted speakers include former governor William H. Sweet and other leaders addressing racial questions from multiple angles.
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Shakespeare First Thing Each Morning, Says Literateur
A London Opinion urges readers to start the day with a taste of Shakespeare highlighting the value of daily literary discipline and its uplifting effect on thinking and style.
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Red Cross Work Lauded At Iowa Red Cross Council
Dr. Thomas E. Green outlines the American Red Cross role in disaster relief and public health before the Iowa State Council. He notes the organization as a creature of the U.S. government with a broad charity mission, citing 900 disasters since 1882 and $33 million in relief. He highlights the Junior Red Cross and Army Nursing Corps support, and the cross national goodwill generated by aid in Japan.
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Davenport Woman Dies By Own Action
Mrs Eva Hult 30 or 40 years old wife of Leslie P Hult and mother of two children died by her own action Sunday afternoon in Davenport Iowa Coroner could not determine motive for the act and noted absence of husband and children at the time.
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Russia’s Slow Pace Persists in National Geographic Feature
A National Geographic Magazine excerpt notes Russians favor unhurried work styles, likening a driver and horse to the national temperament. The piece emphasizes deliberate progress over brisk urgency and suggests travelers must adapt to a relaxed tempo.
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