Top of the World Reflects on Mussolini’s Diminished Stature
Bruce Catton analyzes Mussolini as Hitler's Germany rises in Europe leaving Italy as a diminished partner. The piece notes Austria, Yugoslavia, and the Near East aligned with Berlin, while Ethiopia and parts of Africa remain weak points. It suggests Mussolini resents the shift and lags behind in power, with Germany shaping the continent.
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Bruce Catton
Benito Mussolini
Benito
Hitler
Germany
Europe
Rome
Rome- Berlin
Mussolini
Austria
Brenner Pass
Tyrol
Jugoslavia
Near East
East
Africa
Ethiopia
Spain
Fascism
World finances swirl as Paris Tokyo seek remedies
Washington reports that European money troubles persist with cautious moves to delay reckoning. Daladier faces two paths to stability without devaluation, while Germany presses armament driven recovery amid political aims. A proposed four power Munich revival and a European league are floated as steps toward peace and disarmament.
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Paul Mallon
King Features Syndicate
Washington
Paris
Tokyo
France
M. Daladier
Prench Chamber
Daladier
Washington Eye
Hitler
Germany
Tells Tales of High Courage
Charles B. Driscoll reflects on New England resilience after disaster, notes recovery from hurricane flood and fire, and praises brave individuals like Martin and Edith Branner. He also mentions Florida hurricane prep ideas, sculptor Ethel Hood, and cultural observations on New York figures and public works.
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Charles B. Driscoll
New York
Mary
Providence
New
New England
Martin Branner
Martin
Edith Branner
Edith
DONT MARRY THE MAN in THE CHARACTERS
Kathleen Gregory a peppery red haired Gregory clan member travels West incognito to secure a right of way for The Golden Girl mine. Donald MacDonald owner of The Stubborn Boy mine refuses the right of way and dislikes the Gregorys. Bridget accompanies Kathleen as Kit Smyth escorts Kathleen into the Gregory mine and encounters Old Balmy.
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Kathleen Gregory
Gregory
Donald MacDonald
Bridget
Kathleen
Gregorys
Kit-Smyth
Angus
MacDonald
Kit Smyth
Golden Girl
Joey-wideeyes
Joey-wide-eyes
Joey
Angus Gregory
Dreams Realize in Quiet Reveal at Balmy Station
A man puzzled by a familiar figure declares a sight he misread as Old Angus. Kathleen comforts him as thoughts of disappointment turn to wonder. Kit Smyth escorts Kathleen toward a revelation while the superintendent introduces Balmy, shift boss, and visitors Miss Riley and Miss Donahue from Chicago.
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Angus
Kathleen
Kit Smyth
Miss Riley
Donahue
Chicago
Balmy
Bridget
Kit-Smyth
Riley
Scotland
Educational Promoter Faces Opposition and Lawsuits
William Rainey Harper used persistent, varied arguments to attract wealthy backers for new education ventures. The piece notes that many successful creators face lawsuits and criticism, and cites books that shaped business and behavior. It also follows Kathleen and Bridget moving into the Gregory house and adjusting to a stark, Spartan environment, with characters like Balmy and Joey highlighting social tensions and heritage.
Lady Reunites With Friend Over Lost Purse
In La Grande Oregon Celina Calchina reports her purse containing $80 was found by a male friend eighteen years ago. He admitted spending the money and recently returned it. She says they remain friends, believing he needed it more than she did.
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LA Grande
Ore
Celina Calchina
Calchina
Fossil Claws Found in Boa and Python Remains
Paleontologists report fossils showing traces of legs in boas and pythons, suggesting leglike images or remnants. Findings indicate evolutionary significance for snakes and their limb history.
Teachers Should Lead by Health Example in Schools
A 1938 McNaught Syndicate article argues that teachers must model physical health to guide students. It stresses teaching as exacting work requiring nerve, stamina, and training and urges teachers to participate in gym and daily exercises to set a strong example.
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Ethel Hood
New York
Baltimore
Miss Hood
Rood Rubber
Art Students League
France
Claire Sheridan
McNaught Syndicate
Mae
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League of European Nations
Morgenthau
Dany
Treasury
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Peder Reserve Bank of New York
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Roe Fulkerson
Florida
Fulkerson
Lewis Valentine
Daniel Frohman
August Heckscher
Forhman
Sandusky
Heckscher
Manhattan
Wichita
Kan
America
Grant
Nicholas Murray Butler
McNaight
Gregory Mine
Balmy Kit-Smyth
By Jeanne Bowman
William Rainey Harper
University of Chicago
Mr. Harper
Dave Ellman
Hobby Lobby
James Harvey Robinson
Homer Cray
George Dorsey
Cleo
Siowir
Jeff
Tarzan
Foy
Tarman
Bob
Asvages
Donald Duck
Cope Pty Ran
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Whassa
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Rowdy
McKee Industries
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Emma
Younme
Tarzan the Fearless
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