Oil and Naval Power and American Oil Rights
President Coolidge warns that American oil concessions abroad face discrimination as Britain and Russia push influence zones. He champions equal rights for American firms, urges a strong policy to conserve oil for national defense, and notes the high costs of converting coal ships while stressing prompt retaliation against discrimination.
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Biographies of presidential hopefuls stir debate on propaganda
A set of recent biographies of prominent industrialists and political figures prompt questions about bias and timing. Critics warn these works may influence voters, while supporters argue they document achievements. The discussion touches on campaign strategy and the role of biographical fame in elections.
Smoke Monuments a Punch Staff Dinner LLC Legacy
The will of Sir Henry Lucy known as Toby M F provides £100 for cigars to be bought for the annual Punch staff dinner, turning postprandial smoke into a cloud of friendship. The gesture aims to leave pleasant memories of the departed colleague.
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Toby
Henry
Punch
Bulwer Lytton
Fleecing the Public Warns Against Quick-Buck Stocks
The bureau warns that two billion dollars were lost to frauds in stocks and lands last year. Widows, the elderly, and middle earners were often preyed upon by smooth talkers offering high returns. It urges public investment scrutiny and offers free advice to avoid deception.
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Focal Bette Business Bureau
District bill on surplus for District credit sidetracked again
The joint congressional committee's finding of 4.5 million dollars in surplus for the District remains unacted upon in the Senate. It argues the surplus arose from excess District payments and should be used to satisfy the U S creditor, a point supported by the committee but rejected in today’s deferment.
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United States
Senate
Congressional Committee
Euch
United States pushes peace talks in Honduras conflict
The United States, via its good offices, plans a conference of Honduran factions to pursue amicable settlement. Washington hopes to soothe political strife and promote internal peace under a Pan American policy.
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United States
Honduras
Western Hemisphere
Washington
Increased Building and Prosperity From Construction Survey
A nation wide Copper and Brass Research Association report finds this year’s building activity rising beyond 1923 levels. The survey credits higher construction as a sign of continued prosperity, with investors backing projects only where profits are expected, boosting housing supply and national wealth.
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Copper and Brass Research Association
United States
Bread price study highlights share of bakers and farmers
A Department of Agriculture survey in seven cities outlines how the 10 cent loaf of bread distributes price. bakers gain 4 to 6 cents margin, farmers get 14.2 cents for flour content, millers and transport share small, workers wages cited while broader world politics and pacifist sermons appear in the clipping.
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Department of Agriculture
Department
New Orleans
Chicago
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Minneapoli
New York
Boston
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Baltmore
Philadelphia
Washington
The Average Sheik and Speedy Courtship
A dated spoof discusses fast romantic methods versus steady courting. It mocks premature proposals, notes men often misread signals, and favors slower, more deliberate acquaintance before marriage. The piece riffs on stock notions of flirtation and public behavior.
John J. Esch and Transport Roles Highlight Wisconsin Roots
John J. Esch, longtime Wisconsin figure and former House Commerce chair, leads in interstate commerce duties with rail safety acts and highway transport study. The piece notes his rise from lawyer and educator to federal service, his Wisconsin home base, and family ties in Washington.
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Congress
House of Representatives
Esch
Readers Write On Veterans Bonus Insurance Certificates
Letter from Harry Kabat of Washington argues for a non negotiable insurance certificate bonus for former service members as a better long term asset than cash. He urges Congress to include non negotiable provisions to prevent profiteering and unintended sales, criticizes cash bonuses for being short lived, and calls for careful consideration amid rapid legislative action.
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Congress
Esch
House of Trepresentat
Servce
Joan
Legisizion
Harry Kabat
The Flag on the Capitol
A Pen Women group in Washington April 24 argues the flag on the Capitol is shabby and unworthy of representing American patriotism in such a prominent national display and calls for proper care of the flag in a proud and honored position.
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America
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Why Men Abandon Churches In Public Debate
In Reply a Post-Sir reader asks why only about one seventh of churchgoers are men. The writer cites many factors from religion to dress and wages, including women’s dress, labor issues, Japanese exclusions, and the Antigaloon League’s influence. Walter D Wilcox responds and comments on Japanese immigration and public policy.
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Antigaloon League
Walter D Wilcox
Washington
Cost of Medica and liquor pricing debate on Senate action
Letters to The Post attack rising liquor costs caused by wartime policies and postwar taxes. Arguments attribute price hikes to higher tax on distilled spirits, inflation in goods, and demand. The writer cites economic pressures and urges patience as policy shifts unfold.
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Ernes Jones
Quezon Denies Tokyo Peace Mission Statement
In April 1924 the Philippine Press Bureau reports a Tokyo dispatch claiming Senate President Quezon supported Japan on the immigration act while en route to the United States. Quezon flatly denies the statement in a letter to the New York Times correspondent, stating no such claim was made aboard the President Jackson.
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Washington
New York Times
New Rickets Cure Reported by Michigan Professors
In Lansing on April 24, Profs P C Huston and H D Lightbody of Michigan Agricultural College announced a discovery to prevent and cure rickets and malnutrition using hydroquinone, a compound used in photography. The professors cautioned that it is too early to recommend adroquinone for humans, and tests will continue.
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Lansing Mieh
P C Huston
H D Lightbody
Michigan Agricultural College
Seized British Ship Is Freed After Fine Paid
Halifax Nova Scotia April 24 British steamer Wyke Regis seized by prohibition officers when two crew were arrested on smuggling charges was released yesterday on payment of a 400 dollar fine. She sailed for Nassau.
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Wyke Regis
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Nassau
Proceedings of Congress and Committees Brief
Proceedings outline debates and actions in Congress with remarks by Smoot and other leaders. Highlights include discussions on German relief aid, debt and taxation, agricultural export bills, public works like a Gila River dam, and police reform proposals.
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Esse
Gila River
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Houe
Committee On Agriculum
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