Wages in Rome vs New York Highlight Democracy Advantage
A comparative study finds American workers under Democracy earn about five times as much as Italian workers under Fascism. It cites Rome electricians earning 24 cents hourly and New York electricians at 1.40 dollars, while unskilled Italian labor earns far less. It uses a “basket of provisions” to measure buying power and notes cost differences in bread pasta meat and other staples.
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Cannibal Tale Told By British Official To Schoolgirls
London reports Malcolm MacDonald, son of the prime minister, jokingly recalls a cannibal chief from a Fiji visit. The elder minister recounts a conversation in which the chief claims to be 100 years old, denying any white man eating but saying he has eaten an American.
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Three Cent Postage Here To Stay Says Farley
Washington The three cent postage rate will remain indefinitely according to Postmaster General Farley. He argues the rate preserves postal revenues, estimating a $75 million annual shortfall if it were raised back to two cents. He notes business, farming and professionals support the penny increase to avoid broader tax burdens. The post office eclipsed a long operating deficit last year aided by the higher rate.
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Rifle Safety Lesson Cut To Darkest Moment
A military training exchange centers on rifle safety as a sergeant asks for the first step in cleaning a gun. A private jokes about looking at the number, and Buck remarks it helps him ensure he is cleaning his own weapon.
Oregon October relief bill totals 1,039,000 dollars
Oregon lawmakers anticipate a relief bill for October totaling 1,039,000 dollars. The measure aims to provide targeted aid to affected sectors and individuals within the state. The bill's authors signal quick passage to distribute funds promptly.
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Those Lost Liberties The MacNider critique in The New York Post
A tongue in cheek column mocks Col. Hansford MacNider for claiming to find lost liberties. It lists supposed liberties Americans have lost including freedom to farm land buy bread and sell labor, while noting broader rights erode. The piece ends with an unrelated note about engraved wedding invitations from The Sun.
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Tit For Tat Overpriced Engine Auction Exchange
A buyer quotes a catalog price and offers payment for engine 1336. The seller responds with a counter demand for payment before shipment, illustrating a back and forth on delivery terms in a terse pickup.
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