World Court and Monroe Doctrine Sparks Senate Debate
A Senate subcommittee on Foreign Relations faces hearings over the League of Nations world court and its impact on the Monroe Doctrine. The piece argues that joining the court would cede hemispheric authority and bind the United States to foreign rulings, urging careful examination of origins, obligations, and the doctrine's primacy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mittee
United States
League of Nations
Democratic Party
Senate
World Court
League Council and
Assembly
League
Senate Committee On Foreign Relations
Differing Religions and Shifts in Tolerance
A torn term once labeling others as heathens gives way to the milder non Christian in a broader move toward tolerance. The piece notes historic animosities between Christians Mohammedans and others, and cites growing global intelligence and interfaith fellowship reducing hostile designations.
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Tas Salvation Army
Weord
Chri
Clean Up Time in Washington Urges Civic Pride
Washington calls for spring cleanup of private yards alleys and premises to prevent disease and fire hazards. Authorities broadcast appeals to residents to act now and keep the city beautiful.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Rent Law Obstruction Eases As Special Rule Set
The House moves to end obstruction over the rent commission bill by a special rules committee action. A week hence the bill becomes the special order and an amendment extending rent law two years will be voted at 4 PM, allowing members to express support or opposition.
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Blanton
Bignton
Congress
Texas
House of Commons
Biggar
Parnell
Rent Commission
House of Representatives
Rules Committee
House
National Gallery of Art gain urged as 7 million building
The measure to appropriate seven million dollars to erect a National Gallery of Art is attached to the deficiency bill. Proponents, led by Senator Lodgs, argue the nation lacks proper housing for art treasures now displayed in the natural history building. They point to European capitals as benchmarks and urge timely construction for safeguarding and displaying United States collections.
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National Gallery of Art
Lodgs
America
Lst
Great Britain
France
Italy
Belgium
Spain
Germany
Austria
Russia
Europe
United States
Peo- P
Japan
Rome as warning and other 1920s political jabs
A column mocks daily alarm over Rome as a perpetual cautionary tale while lampooning Dean Brown of Yale and other figures. It notes a string of political jabs on Prohibition liberalization bills, America’s decline rhetoric, and Nick Longworth as Republican coordinator from local to national levels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nick Longworth
Republic
Capital Silhouettes From Early Washington Press
A condensed historical note on the birth of the federal capital, detailing The Times and Patowmack Packet founded February 12 1789 in Georgetown and its rivals The Georgetown Weekly Ledger and early notices from the Ledger February 17 1792. It recounts Washington's 1789 arrival, the route via Georgetown and the Potomac, and early city-planning ads offering premiums for the President's House and Capitol designs.
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George Rothwell Brown
Washington
Udewater
Potonias
St. Georgetown
District of Columbia
Times
Rock’ Creek
Nat
Cheries Merer
Thomas de. Fosdick
The
Nomeiteta
of Congress
Tor
Georgetown
Jogt
Mount Vernon
New York
Alexandria
Aquédiet
Charles Beatty
Virginia City
M. Day
W. Hancock
Alexander Doyle
James Doyle
the Ledger
Aise
Congress
District ‘of ‘Columbia
Hfe
Bladensburg
John Steuart
George Washington
America
Steuart
Vnva College
Sympathy and public toll in labor strife reports
A satirical column comments on strikes and public reaction across oceans. It notes labor unrest in London and the United States, claims cabinet praise, and suggests workers and the affluent bear costs. It jokes about Ford airplanes, damaged Capitol paintings, and a graceful Greek king, attributing copyright to Bell Syndicate, Inc.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Capitol
Statuary Hall
Readers' letters protest pedestrian safety at street crossings
Joseph M. Owens of Washington argues pedestrians face danger when policemen and signals fail at intersections. He urges safer crossing rules and longer crossing times to reduce risky crossings and prevent accidents in New York City and surrounding streets.
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Tha Post
Trafic
Bolves
New Forkelty
Peopl
Joseph M. Owens
Washington
Ado Over Senate Shooting and Exclusion Talk
Letters debate the Greene shooting by Officer Fisher and the Japanese exclusion issue. Contributors criticize political rhetoric, urge self respect in policy, and call for firm domestic action without broad generalizations.
Home Cure Assists Tuberculosis Fight in New York
A ten year demonstration report from the New York association shows the home hospital plan treating the whole family when a parent is ill is more effective and humane, reducing spread. The program at 315 East 8th Street, directed by John Gebhart, cites higher costs saved and better recovery, with 80 percent relief credited to home care and family housing support.
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New York
Pita
Association
Ea.8th Street
John Gebhart
Department of Social Welfare
Directoire gown revived in Paris fashion show
In Paris Anril 0 a directoire gown returns with a straight silhouette and full pleated skirt suited for fuller figures. The dress, seen in chine, chiffon and paneled fabrics, features light trimming and is paired with a Bloste accessory.
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Paris
A. P
Directo
Cire Cafe
Rthan
Swasey to receive 0 Medal for science achievement
New York April 22 ceremony to honor Dr Ambrose Swasey of Cleveland with the Jo Fritz gold medal for scientific achievement. The Engineering Foundation cites his work as designer and manufacturer of instruments and machinery, builder of telescopes, and benefactor of education.
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New York
Gineering Foundation
Jo Fritz
Ambrose Swaser
Cleveland
D. Sw
Engineering Foundation
United States cruiser Cincinnatil greeted in Valparaiso crowd
In Valparaiso Chile on April 20 officers and crew of the U S cruiser Cincinnatil received notable courtesies. More than 5 000 citizens with flags marched in a display of friendliness in front of the U S consulate. The Cincinnatil will depart Tuesday for Talcahuano and then to Buenos Aires via the Straits of Magellan.
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Valparaiso
Chile
United States
Cinceinnat
Ovsr
Cincinna l
Talcahuano
Buenos Aires
Straits of Magellan
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Washington Port
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London
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Buy the Bell Syndicate, Inc
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Officer Fisher
Prohibition Enforcement Unit
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Arciversion
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Rejeinder
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B. Henerson
Pacific Coast
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Brock.c. Hampton
Emerson
Ralph Walls Emersor
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