Bond Fires and Notable Figures Mixed in A Memory Column
A rambled column recalls a wartime pledge via bond fires and reflects on patriotism and labor cost issues. It also recounts biographical vignettes of Harvard’s John Webster Calder, Ambrose Bierce, Dr. Henry Faulds, Caligula, Thomas Parr, Jose Vicente, Edward Prichard, Thomas Chatterton, and a note on the phrase Getting Into Hot Water.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John W. Webster
Harvard University
George Parkman
Boston
Webster
Ambrose Bierce
Mexico
Villa
Henry Faulds
Tokyo
Faulds
Caligula
Thomas Parr
Scotland
Katherine Milton
Parr
William the Conqueror
Westminster Abbey
Don Jose Vincente
Barcelona
Columbus
Vincente
Nevengeance
Edward William Prichard
Glasgow Athenaeum
Calcraft
Thomas Chatterton
London
Tom
Eisenhower Calls for Forceful Action to Win Peace
Eisenhower declares that victory requires total effort and supplies while East Coast truckers strike over union leadership. The Boston stoppage delays cannons and rifles, risking lives and painting responsible labor with a black eye. The AFL Teamsters may imitate CIO Auto Workers by threatening union discipline over the dispute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eisenhower
Boston
AFL Teamsters’ Union
CIO Auto Workers’ Union
Smokers Prospects
Washington editorial explains tobacco shortages amid wartime controls. It notes a record crop of 1 072 000 000 pounds, LE lending to Britain, limited American releases, aging leaf processes, and possible black market issues while urging equitable distribution and faster release of Lend Lease stock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Commodity Credit Corporation
Commerce Department Bureau of Foreign Statistics
Britain
United Kingdom
France
Amc Credit Corporation
Inaugural Tradition and the White House Ceremony
A column argues the oath of office may be taken anywhere, but the custom has long dictated a Capitol ceremony for presidential inaugurations. It explains the constitutional oath and contrasts American and royal coronation traditions, noting the ongoing practice and public preference.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Franklin D. Roosevelt
White House
Capitol
Europe
England
Westminster Abbey
The
United States
Canadian politics shows boiling point amid 1940s party shifts
Canadian affairs remain unsettled as Parliament sits to tackle Mackenzie King policy on conscription by draft and volunteer links. The resignation of National Defense Minister James L. Ralston sparked cabinet turmoil while the Cooperative Commonwealth Federation gains strength in Saskatchewan and weakens the Liberals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Princeton
N. J
Ottawa
Mackenzie King
James L. Ralston
Canada
Cooperative Commonwealth Federation
Saskatchewan
C.C.F
Dominion
Liberal Party
Ralston
Canadian Institute of Public Opinion
Not So Long Ago: Early 20th Century World Events Recap
The notes summarize events from 1929 to 1945 including Manchurian crisis talks, U S Fascist activity probes, Red River toll bridges, Greek royal wedding, Arizona farm bombings, U S college opinion on League of Nations, mediation of Russo Finnish dispute, Kuhn conviction, and Canadian political shifts with a 1945 election deadline.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
China
Stimpson
United States
Texas
Red River
Should couples take separate vacations debated by locals
Mrs Joseph J Ellmer asks if husbands and wives should vacation separately. Responses include W Manley purchasing agent who favors together trips and Frances Shaw who notes many prefer together time. Others say to enjoy space strengthens relation while some see separation as unnecessary for relaxation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph J. Ellmer
Jackson Street
Cc. W. Manley
Frances Shaw
T. H. Harford
Crossword Puzzle Across and Down Clues
A dense set of crossword clues lists Across and Down items with definitions and abbreviations for oceanic and mathematical terms plus common words. Entries include naval and Latin connectors, meteorology style hints, and miscellaneous terms like op era unit of measure mother city of Chaldea and three prefix.
Polk Street Professor’s Kitchen Knife Fears
A narrator warns married readers about his wife’s dangerous knife skills in the kitchen. He describes near misses and thrills as she slices with a butcher knife, fearing injuries while noting his love and ongoing concern. He advises the weak hearted to avoid kitchen danger.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bunker Hill
Tommy
Destroyers Seek New Rate After Harsh Atlantic Actions
The report notes several destroyers applying for a new rate described as cowboy after engaging enemy ships and aircraft in the Philippines theater. Rear Admiral Oldendorf is cited among officials referenced in the item.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philippines
Jesse B. Oldendorf
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Pdoreass
Amarillo Daily News
Globe-News Publishing Cco
Gene Howf
John Arty
Tard
Wesley Telephone
Paul Mallon
George E. Sokolsky
George Gallup
American Institute of Public Opinion
Marina
Greece
Duke of Kent
George V
Arizona
U. S
League of Nations
Fritz Kuhn
Bund
Tom Connally
Congress
Navy
Corpus Christi
Thomas J. Dacus
Brick Company
NEA Service. Inc
Navy Court
Pearl Harbor
Persia
Ireland
Ninquiry
Moon
Donnell
Moon Mullins
Kayo
Willie
Launcelo
Peaturfs
Younald Duck
Superman
Walt Disney Productions
Red Ryder
Ike
Longines
Wyler
John Furbach
Polk
Polk Street
Alluw
Edmund Wi
Beery
Prescription and Vitamin Shop
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