Crackup Castaways in the Canadian Wilds
Doris Denton co pilot Stephen Carleton and mechanic Mark Tomlinson survive a crash, suffer cold and hunger, are aided by an Indian family. Dr Leonard contemplates surgery on Mark while Doris uncovers links to his late wife. Steve dreams of flying again as the trio faces a stark struggle for rescue.
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Doris Denton
Stephen Carleton
Mark Tomlinson
Mark
Steve
Peter Leonard
Doris
Leonard
Dr. Leonard
Poris
Missing man from cabin mystery on Red Lake
A stranded traveler named Steve Carleton regains consciousness in a rough cabin with Johnny Running Horse and Charlie Running Worse unsure of his origin or crash site. He mentions a cabin across the lake and a girl and dying man, while the group pieces together clues from his fevered talk and a forced dance crash.
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Dr. Leonard
Johnny Running Moree
Charlie
Charle
Thorse
Johnny
Chick
Abe
Johnny Running Horse
Susie
Minnie
Oso
Steve
Pat
Hoot Owl
Charlie Running Horse
Stroner
Ile
John
Red Lake
Reems
Steve Carleton
Uye
Kora
Minneapolis
Register and Tribune Syndicate
Fun and the Finns dance to aid Finland
The piece urges Americans to support Finland while enjoying a dance at the Nat tonight. It notes strong sentiment for Finns, calls for solidarity, and explains that proceeds from the event will be sent to Finland.
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Europe
Finland
Business Surges as Signs Point to Prosperity and Growth
John W. Hanes predicts a long, sustained upturn in business, production, and employment if foreign conditions stay favorable. General Electric reports strong electric power usage and rising orders for equipment nationwide. Pennsylvania aids program shows one third fewer recipients in 1939 versus 1938, signaling improving fortunes.
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John W. Hanes
the Treasury
General
Eedtric Company
Pennsylvania Department of Public Assistance
McCoy
City Officials Study Training Push for Fiscal Fitness
Public Administration Clearing House reports 1939 shows finance officers pursuing schooling and training to serve communities better. Officials handling public funds must show training, accuracy, and integrity, preventing unqualified party patronage and promoting merit in promotions.
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Public Administration Clearing House
Clearing House
Mobilizing Against Polio Observances Across Cities
Communities nationwide plan gatherings on January 30 to celebrate the President's birthday and raise millions for infantile paralysis. Funds support the Warm Springs Foundation in Georgia and regional efforts to combat poliomyelitis among the crippled and those at risk. The campaign notes broad public unity and urges active involvement.
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Warm Springs Foundation
Georgia
Creature with Snaky Locks Puzzle Clues
A cryptic puzzle lists mythic and everyday terms across Across and Down clues. It includes figures like Medusa style beings, diverse items from anatomy to objects, and references such as Sun god and bone terms, forming a themed word-assembly.
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Dangie
Woman crafts dress form business from scratch
Corrette Salzman, once a Los Angeles housewife, devised a wearable dress form to help women fit their own clothes. She sold kits nationwide, earning about 10,000 orders in four years, financing the venture herself and expanding from a bungalow to a West Third Street factory.
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Alexandria Arennne
Los Angeles
Calif
Corette Salzman
Corette Salenan
Liberty House
Honolulu
Meyer Emporium
Australia
Hudson Bay
British Columbia
West Third Street
Salzman
Tarzan Escapes Pursuing Rivals In Bold Rooftop Escape
Tarzan and companions flee yellow giants through a stairwell and onto a balcony. Tarzan directs Katluk O'Rourke and Ravhorian Lant to form a wall as the guards surge upward. Tarzan climbs to the roof just as pursuers flood the casement below.
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Perry
Katluk
O'Rourke
Tarzan
Cranium Crackers Biblical Figure Quiz
A puzzle listing five multiple choice items about biblical figures. 1 Esau 2 Paul 3 Ruth 4 Isaiah 5 David. Answers requested on the comic page.
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Jacob
Daniel
Esau
Targus
Peter
Paul
Simon
Shylock
Boaz
Ruth
Eve
Mary Magdalene
Theresa
Christ
Saul
Tsaiah
Herod
Solomon
Israel
Samuel
Jonathan
Abel
Moses
David
Voices of Liberty and Governance Across War Era
A collection of quotations from leaders and officials on democracy, liberty, and government during times of conflict. Roosevelt Edison Stude baker von Rinteten Taft Barrymore Murphy Briges emphasize unity, budgeting, and the role of government in culture and common defense.
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Franz von Rinteten
U. S
Ellis O. Briges
State Department
American Republic
British campaign to repeal Johnson Act and aid for farm exports
Washington dispatch discusses Britain's plan to exploit U S credit limits to push repeal of the Johnson Act and ease cash and carry rules. It notes Anglo French policies throttling exports, Britain sourcing from empire nations and Latin America, while Roosevelt faces no rush to a concrete postwar tariff plan.
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King Features Syndicate
Iho
Washington
U. S
Downing Street
Agriculture Department
Europe
Britain
Germany
Argentina
France
Roosevelt
Myron Taylor
Vatican Beat
Endicott-Johnson Workers Reject Unions in Ruling Vote
Workers at the Endicott Johnson Shoe Company chose to remain nonaligned after a local vote. Fourteen thousand employees favored staying unattached to both C I O and A F of L unions, with a five to one margin. Union leaders faced a misstep amid broader labor climate concerns.
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Endicott-Johnson Shoe Company
A. F. of L
Keeping Fit Rties and Bridge Club Health Tips
The Ladies Afternoon Bridge Club resumes after holidays. Avoid lavish snacks during afternoon bridge to maintain health and mental sharpness. Favor simple tea, modest portions, and moderation to prevent weight gain and sluggishness. Copyright 1940 by the McNaught Syndicate.
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the McNaught Syndicate
Tne
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Texas
Running Horse
Fun and the Finns
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Dale Carnegie
By William Ferguson
Tarun
Philippine Islands
Rome
Moon Mullins
Floozie
Mamie
Uncle Willie
Mayon
Foosevelt
Congress
John W. Studebaker
United States
Robert A. Taft
Republican
Ohio
Connie
Johny Barrymore
Constance Bennett
Frank Murphy
Priscilla Wayne
Paul Mallon
Mr. Roosevelt
London
Wagner
Adams
Colorado
St. Elizabeth's Psychiatric Hospital
U. S. Senate
Fitrtie McGow
the Ladies Afternoon Bridge Club
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