Laid-off women occupy aldermanic gallery during Depression
On Jan. 13, 1939, dozens who lost their WPA jobs filled the gallery inside City Hall, demanding relief.
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On Jan. 13, 1939, dozens who lost their WPA jobs filled the gallery inside City Hall, demanding relief.
Editor’s note: Following is the conclusion of a three-part story series by contributing writer Brent Engel. It contains language that some may find objectionable. Discretion is advised.
Editor’s note: Following is the first part of a story series by contributing writer Brent Engel. It contains language that some may find objectionable. Discretion is advised.
Once a Democratic stronghold, the northeast Missouri-based 18th District turned to Republicans thanks to national realignment and perhaps conservative media.
Once a Democratic stronghold, the northeast Missouri-based 18th District turned to Republicans thanks to national realignment and perhaps conservative media.