Willkie gains among independents mark shift in 1940 race
The American Institute of Public Opinion reports Wendell Willkie's gains among independents, a group seen as decisive in November. About one in five voters call themselves independent, with 51 percent of independents favoring Roosevelt currently and 49 percent backing Willkie.
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How I Cured An Inferiority Complex Contest Tale
Eva Louise Kincaid tells how harsh schooling left her feeling dumb after a sixth grade teacher mocked her. She rebuilt confidence through work, a cashier job, and a life change inspired by a psychology article, crediting the lesson that belief in oneself shapes success.
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Only One Explanation In The Memory Of The Moon
Constance struggles with love duty and a hidden plan as John Rashthorne offers a path to wed after a quiet, late night talk. Pedro reveals sacrifice and debt as Constance reconsiders her assurances while nursing the ranch’s fragile future and family tensions.
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Constance Restores Order at Cabrillo Ranch
Constance enforces discipline after a drunken night leaves cows uncared for and keys missing. Samson proves trustworthy, Lamson earns chores, and Don argues over control as Constance plans to monitor milk, records, and shipments while awaiting Donna and Nadine’s reactions. The chapter ends with tensions about management and a promise of continuation.
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Bean-ball menace spurs call for baseball rule change
Joe Medwick reflects on beaning in baseball, cites 1920 Ray Chapman tragedy and list of players struck, argues for tough league action. He urges suspensions or removal of deliberate bean-ball pitchers and weighs helmet use and potential penalties amid rising night games and evolving leagues.
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Millionaire Glue Magnate Richard Wilhelm Dies in Gowanda
Richard Wilhelm, German immigrant and founder of Peter Cooper Corp, built a $18 to $25 million glue empire based in Gowanda New York. He expanded to eight plants, kept 800 workers on full pay through hard times, and left a legacy as the town’s generous employer and owner of the Hollywood Theatre.
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Five definitions test word knowledge with multiple choice. Questions cover epigram epigraph and related terms, dilettante, mandrake, claque, and armadillo. Answers appear on the comic page.
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