Curfew Poem Author Rose Hartwick Thorpe Remembered
The piece recalls Rose Hartwick Thorpe, author of Curfew Must Not Ring Tonight, who died at 89 in 1939. It notes the poem’s lasting influence and its place in anthologies, contrasting simple moral truths with modern pretensions. It reflects on Melodrama’s persistence and the enduring appeal of early American verse.
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San Diego
Bessie
Basil Underwood
Cromwell
Rose Hartwick Thorpe
Becaues
McGuffey
Grandfather
Is Capital Defended by Ultra Modern Troops
AP reports Manassas Virginia hosts large scale war games August 5 to 19 with 22 000 soldiers including 7 000 regulars and 15 000 National Guard from Virginia Maryland Pennsylvania and the District of Columbia. The exercise reenacts Bull Run era combat near the capital with simulated invasions and fighting on designated ground.
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Alexander R. George
Manassas
North
Bull Run
National Guard
Virginia
Maryland
Pennsylvania
District of Columbia
Quotes and figures on liberty censorship and war
A collage of quotes from Sen Byrnes and Sen Pittman praising constitutional limits and peace plans, Administrator Andrews urging compliance with the Fair Labor Standards Act, and Oscar W. Riegel warning that propaganda becomes dangerous with censorship. The fragment ends with a reference to Bull Run and pursuit planes in a sham battle.
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Andrews
National Broadcaster's Association
Bull Run
National Parks To Offer More Camping Sites
National Park Service camp planning aims to expand access with coordinated sites. Salomon notes 1936 had nine camps totaling 37 310 camper days. 1938 rose to 49 camps and 376 173 camper days. The service projects at least 60 camps and about 60 000 camper days in 1939.
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San Francisco
U.P
Julian H. Salomon
National Park Service
Washington
California
Salomon
Ancient Philosopher Puzzle Clue List
A crossword style list of horizontal and vertical clues covering philosophy figures religious terms and common words including Taoism Confucianism Romans and general vocabulary with multiple definitions. The set includes entries for thinkers like Chinese philosophers and terms like balance discipline and ceremonial oratory with several short and long word prompts.
Daily Aphorisms and Scriptural Passages
A collage of religious quotes from Romans, Shakespeare, Matthew, Persius, Leviticus and Beecher, plus notes on faith doubt and fear. Includes reflections on mind flesh and spiritual life.
The Globe News Publishing Co. Ad Rates and Publication Note
The Amarillo Globe announces publication details and rates. It notes independence and impartial news, with subscription options for daily and Sunday editions, special delivery, and mail plans. The page lists officials including Gene Howe and John McCarty and mentions association with The Amarillo Daily News.
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Amarillo
Texas
Tarzan Calms a Mighty Elephant Named Tantor
Tarzan appeases a raging elephant when he speaks Dan-do Tantor and signals Valthor to approach. The beast halts as Tarzan touches its trunk, recalling a prior rescue of an elephant with a darker tusk and the hyena danger nearby.
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Tarzan
Valthor
Tantor
Look There at Jackson Standing Like a Stone Wall
Confederate infantry halted their retreat when General Bee pointed to Jackson and proclaimed the Virginians as a rallying line. After brutal exchanges, green Federal troops broke and fled toward Washington as Congress members observed the action, triggering later commentary on civilian presence at battle.
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Jackson
Bee
Washington
J. B. Fry
Irwin McDowell
Selfridge’s fair price lesson from a mispriced coat
A late night window display at Selfridge’s in London featured a coat tagged 25 shillings though it cost 25 pounds. The girl insisted on the lower price, and Mr. Selfridge chose to honor the tag, accepting responsibility for the mistake. The store’s fair action boosted its reputation locally and abroad.
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Selfridge’s
London
India
Ole Evinrude inventor of the outboard motor
The piece names Ole Evinrude as the inventor of the outboard motor and urges readers to study annoyances rather than endure them. It encourages examining problems, pondering solutions, and experimenting to turn nuisances into assets.
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Ole Evinrude
Keeping Fit and Vacations as Rest Periods
The article argues vacations should restore energy not exhaust it. It warns against all day sports and overindulgent resort meals and stresses daily moderate exercise, balanced meals, and avoiding heat, overexertion, and digestive issues. It urges a middle path of moderation for lasting post vacation productivity.
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Tom
Harry
Garner slams attacks as polls show strong support in 1940s era politics
In Washington reports, Garner's sobriety and long public record are cited to rebuff allegations from John L. Lewis about poker and drinking. Analysts note embedded political strategy, while Hull's move on Japan's embargo prompts debate on congressional approval and international leverage. Public figures White and Somervell are quoted on work ethics and resilience.
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Paul Mallon
Newspaper Alliance, Inc
Washington
Garner
Vice Presid
John L. Lewis
Usu
Lewis
CIO
Senate
Mr. Roosevelt
Hull
Japan
Lena Vandenberg
Rep. Eaton
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