Doughton Talks on Agriculture and Farm Relief
Robert L. Doughton discusses agricultural distress and tariff policy, criticizing the Fordney McCumber tariff as insufficient. He cites farmers losses, price ratios, and migration from rural areas, urging swift action to prevent national decline and protect agriculture. He notes legislative support and the need for relief that benefits the broader economy.
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Robert L. Doughton
Elina
Republican Congress
Fordney-McCumber
Smith Fund Investigation Reaches $3590 in North Carolina
Investigation records show the Smith Fund in North Carolina totaled three thousand five hundred ninety dollars. Hearings were held by the United States House of Representatives from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. with witnesses examined including J. E. Carraway Asheville and others across Asheville Raleigh New Bern and Durham.
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Wer
Oregon
Bratton
Mexico
House of Representatives
Thefternoon
J. E. Carraway
Asheville
John G. Kinston
Sheriff Edwards
Shore
Z. V. Turlington
Moores
T. A. Jones
Larrye
New Bern
Jesse Davis
Charles Webb
Robi. Lathan
W. B. Jones
Raleigh
Sumter Brawley
Durham
J. 8. Griffin
J. Q. Kilkey
Marion
Advertising ideas from the Building Advocate 1888
The Building Advocate argues against short term advertising plans. It says single ads per quarter fail to recall messages, while curiosity arousal is valuable. It notes that women also show curiosity and quitting ads in dull times is like tearing out a dam when water is low.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Building Advocate
No Quarrel Yet In Courtship Exchange
A humorous exchange between suitor and parent highlights cautious dating customs as the hopeful groom asks for his future wife’s hand and the father probes for early compatibility with a light tone.
Political Events of the Past Week and Texas GOP Split
The article outlines federal pay bills and benefits for veterans and workers, mentions state actions on housing and utilities, and notes a Texas Republican split. It describes tensions between Hoover supporters and opponents, including a state committee clash and separate conventions, with Kansas City next for national recognition.
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Texas
Herthose
Presid Hoover
Rer State Committee
Littleton
H. M. Wurzach
Hoover
Municipal
National Committee
Kansas City
Health guidance on topical treatments and hot packs
The article discusses cautious use of local medications for pain from joints nerves ulcers and other conditions. It warns against poisons and emphasizes skin penetrating drugs menthol ointments and petrolatum bases. It explains hot and cold packs to improve blood flow and relieve pain with safety tips.
Brooks Named Temporary State Democratic Chairman
D G Brummitt announced Aubrey L Brooks of Greensboro will be temporary chair and organizer of the state Democratic party. Farm issue dominates talks as Lowden stresses farm policy in Chicago May 17. He signals preference for Hoover in the presidential race and dismisses criticism of the McNary Haugen bill as an experiment.
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Lowden
Chicago
Frank
Republican Party
Illino
Empi Dec
Haugen
Secre- Treasury
Hoover
George K. Norris
New York Republican Committee
Babe Ruth
Lincoln
Sheriff to Levy on Personal Property for Unpaid Taxes
Law requires report to county commissioners by June 25 stating all personal property taxes collected or exhausted. Levy on unpaid 1925 1926 and 1927 taxes to begin May 28 1928. L. M. Farthing Sheriff.
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Board of County Commissioners
L. M. Farthing
A Tight Fit Comedy And Classroom Rhyme
A Tight Fit discusses breakfast motivations while a clerk blames extra toast. In class Johnny Jones attempts a Nellie rhyme but complains of a shallow water mishap. The piece blends light humor with playful dialogue from the school setting.
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Nellie
Johnny Jones
Johnnie
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Saga
Athern
Save
Smith Fund
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Comte
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M. D
Wort
Merriam
Linz
Cather
Webster’s New International Dictionary
Federal
Jonegala
G. & C. Merriam Company
Springfied, Mass
Alaska
Juvy Wyali
Hodges ON
And
Boone, North Carolina
Farmers Hardware & Supply Company
Boone, N. C
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