That issue is the abuses which have arisen in the land from bells.

This is a period when the ideals and hopes which have made America the envy of the world are being tested.

It is comforting to observe that this terrible and destructive practice has infected the Congress.

These occasions are a contribution to public life.

The first duty of the Government-that is, to secure social tranquillity and to maintain confidence in our institutions--has been performed.

No meeting of this club could assemble at this period without some reference to the hard times which surround us.

It is possible, indeed, that this chapter of history, instead of being written wholly in terms of darkness and despair, may yet be recorded as the turning point in great social and economic progress.

Everything that can be done to encourage home-ownership and to make homelife pleasanter is a distinct contribution not only to social well-being but to the highest spiritual values of life.

To the Heads of Departments and Independent Establishments

Interest in boys and comradeship with them is a privilege to their elders and a guiding service to the boys.

I CORDIALLY commend to all the people the observance of Better Homes Week beginning April 26.

The celebration of National Boys Week is a yearly reminder of the priceless qualities of youth, when faith is highest and ambition strongest, with their constant inspiration and encouragement to the fathers and sons.