Court House Dedication Plan Omitted Washington Mayor Snubbed
A Davie s county newspaper reports a resolution for the August dedication of the new court house with a long committee list. The article notes the omission of Washington Mayor McCarty from officials and bar lists, criticizing perceived peanut politics and snubbing. It also cites Prof. Robert E. Rogers urging graduates to embrace snobbery as a dubious path to success.
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Miss Reed Chosen for International Pageant of Pulchritude
Miss Geneva Reed 18, brunet and athletic, was selected to represent San Antonio at the International Pageant of Pulchritude in Galveston this month from a field of 65 entrants. The rest of the text reflects commentary on social standards and attitudes toward wealth and success.
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Canal Street memories of New York City’s old shopping district
Gilbert Swan recalls Canal Street as Manhattan’s crossroads where old taverns, cobblestones, and horse drawn carts echo a vanished era. He notes the decay and markets that once lined the street, contrasting it with the modern skyline and the dangers of summer swimming.
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New Rushville Public Acre Building Plan Approved
Rushville votes to issue 40 bonds of 51 each totaling $2040 to fund a new public acre building costing $20,000. A site has already been purchased with other funds. St Mary of the Woods College in Indianapolis crowns 43 graduates Tuesday with Rev Joseph Chartrand conferring degrees. A dispatch notes President Hoover will be on the job. Covington reports its dog Duke, mascot Night Officer James Banta, left duties after a recent night show of Uncle Tom's Cabin.
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Public building dedication stirs cross party critique
The newspaper urges respect for public officials and condemns opposition attempts at political maneuvering during the dedication of a publicly funded building, noting costs are borne by all citizens regardless of party.
Retirement planned for University of Arkansas professor
Fayetteville Arkansas June 7 Dr George W Drake professor of mathematics at the University of Arkansas will retire June 30 after 47 years on the staff He has been granted a retirement allowance by the Negro Foundation of New York and will remain an emeritus member of the faculty.
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