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...benefits of trade unions, honestly administered, are recognized not only by me, but by good citizens generally, whether in or out of trade unionism. It has elevated, protected and dignified labor, and in so doing it has been an element in the progress of our Nation...
...because Mr. LaFollette is thus running without running that Frank R. Kent (famed political writer) made the remark, perhaps a bit stringent but yet with an element of truth: "Either Mr. Coolidge or Mr. Davis may be elected President. LaFollette is safe in saying and doing a lot of things impossible for them. They might have to 'make good.' He will not be called...
...warmer in Winter in consequence and coal bills would thereby be reduced. Secondly, it deadens sound and would thus make dwellings more comfortable and even more healthy. Finally, it is cheaper than natural timber, and being lighter as well, would incur lower transportation charges, which are an important element in lumber costs. As Mr. Dahlberg sees it, the rapid depletion of U. S. forests is bound to make of synthetic lumber manufacturing one of the world's greatest future industries...
...extraordinary fact that the silk-stocking element is often the greatest offender in whispering campaigns. It is the woman with the low-necked dress and with orchids, and it is the young broker seeking to justify his political prejudices, who lend themselves to being carriers of these scandal stories...
...chief element making for change or improvement so far is cheap money, and from present prospects this factor seems unlikely to change for many months. Gold imports still pour into the country, and the banks are more concerned to lend than borrowers are to sorrow. Flotation of new securities las as yet been insufficient to absorb the slack...