Youth and brains defy age in journalism and work
The piece argues that age does not limit reporting, citing Frederick T. Birchall winning a Pulitzer at 68 after years as a reporter. It praises Edison’s view that the brain grows with use and notes youth’s belief in dreams, while urging capable graduates to seek work rather than expect guaranteed jobs.
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Frederick T. Birchall
New York Times
Fred Birchall
The
Times
Europe
Thomas A. Edison
Edison
Bailey Defends Ickes Bill Stand At Sherman Rally
Congressman Joseph W. Bailey Jr. urged Texans to back his opposition to the Ickes Oil Control Bill and pressed Senator Connally to state his position. He tied tariff reform to jobs and warned against monopoly while calling for immediate aid to war veterans and faster readjustment of big corporations.
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Sherman
Senator Connally
Joseph W. Bailey Jr
Grayson
Houston Street Park
Bailey
Texas
Washington
Congressional Committee
Mr. Bailey
Congress
House
America
Morgan's reply on yacht costs shows true affluence
A banker asked J P Morgan about the price of keeping a steam yacht. Morgan answered that it costs more than the banker can afford, explaining that if he had to worry about running it, he could not afford the purchase.
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J. P. Morgan
Mr. Morgan
Morgan
Stronger Banks and Confidence Return Amid Recovery
The piece argues banks will resume prudent lending as confidence returns. It cites Federal Reserve data, falling failures, and improved bank liquidity per the Comptroller of the Currency, noting depositors feel safer and bankers plan sound loans while awaiting renewed business borrowing.
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Congress
Federal Reserve Board
United States
Training for Bankers Association Education Network
The American Bankers Association has long operated training for young men and women to qualify for banking. Standard courses, taught by experienced teachers, are run under the American Institute of Banking. Over 200 chapters train thousands annually in banking practices and ethics. A central graduate school is being considered for select graduates.
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American Bankers Association
American Institute of Banking Section
Association
F. M. Lay
Banks Repaying Large Loans To Reconstruction Finance Corp
Banks and trust companies have repaid faster than other borrowers from the Reconstruction Finance Corporation. Since February 1932 the R F C authorized 7 080 banks and trusts loans totaling 1 995 billion, with 442 million undrawn and 1 553 billion advanced. Through April 30 1934 repayments reached 925 million about 60 percent, well above the overall 37 percent. Observers see this as a sign of returning normal financial conditions.
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Banks
Trust Companies
Reconstruction Finance Corporation
You Cant Win in the Slot Machine Racket
Wayne W. Parrish reports from New York City on slot machines as a nationwide racket. Police testimony cites up to a million dollars weekly in NYC and as many as 30 000 machines, with educators urging public awareness to curb losses.
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New York City
Chicago
Philadelphia
Detroit
Arthur Markewich
New York County
Markewich
Markewitch
Wayne W. Parrish
Literary Digest
Bankers Finance Scholarships Foundation Details
The foundation established in 1928 has awarded 354 college loan scholarships. Loans repaid total $262,000 and outstanding debt is $86,900. Total investments amount to $540,000.
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American Bankers Association Foundation For Education In Economics
Guards Protect Mae West from Kidnapers Headline
Mae West headlines a dramatic security narrative as guards shield the star from kidnapper threats. The paper riffs on the heightening danger surrounding the famed entertainer and the vigilant response by security teams.
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Mae West
Mae
Canadian Farmer Refuses Chicago Bath Tub Delivery
A Canadian farmer ordered a bathtub from Chicago and when it arrived he refused to accept it. He noted the winter season was approaching and offered to exchange for a wood stove or keep the tub, stating he had no use for it.
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Chicago
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O. L
Pig) Jones
Mangrum’s
Whitewright
Mangrum
Mangrum Bros
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