Washington Attitudes On War Prospects Stir Debate
The piece notes Raymond Clapper’s concern over Allies' ability to win, citing dramatic works and British ambassador Lord Lothian. It discusses public worry about a distant future, shifts in national mood, and questions on how to respond to a changing world with naval and strategic power in Atlantic and Pacific theaters.
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Washington
Norway
America
Europe
Zalon
Toolitle
Saed Lothian
St Louis
Bey
Ascpt Alsop
Robert Kinter
Lord Lothian
Asia
Afdica
Britain
Monson
Atlantic
Lord Lothian Adted
Atlante
Japan
Far East
May Day 1940 Reflections Across a World at War
The piece contrasts May Day’s traditional joys with a world at war. It notes Sweden’s fear, Norway’s weather benefits, and potential Western Front activity while acknowledging varied local reactions from radical labor to health campaigns. It ends with nature’s persistence, flowers and the seasons marching on despite human turmoil.
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Milton
Hall
Gulf of Bothnia
Sweden
Norway
Finland
No Use Trying to Look Like Movie Stars
Readers are urged that chasing the Hollywood look is futile for young women. Photographers, cosmetics, and props create an illusion, making stars appear different from real life. Disappointment awaits as daily life demands true, practical grooming over fantasy trends.
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Ron
Hollywood
Junior
Hope in housing fuels recovery from unemployment
Economists agree housing drives jobs and business. March private building rose in 37 eastern states from last year, with 1939 the best since 1929. Gains mainly in single family dwellings. Strong home building could unlock jobs in areas hardest hit, forecasting 1940 to outpace 1939 and bring daylight to distressed business.
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Eastern States
Felda
First in 19 years US to launch two battleships
In June the United States will launch two battleships for the first time since 1921. The nation claims the world’s most powerful wav and notes past agreements to halt battleship building if others stop. The ships are under construction at Brooklyn and Philadelphia.
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United States
Washington
Brooklyn
Phil ‘Adelphia
Bruce Catton Reviews Washington Scene
Washington report on Ralph Williams of Oregon who heads the GOP arrangements for the 1928 convention. Williams manages stage layout, radio and television stands, press rooms, telegraph space, and a 1,000 strong press corps while planning delegate seating, committee rooms, a dispensary, and a temporary post office. The piece notes the growing complexity of conventions with gadgets, media needs, and security, ending with a quip on censors and a clipped line about British mail ships.
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Washington
Ralph Williams
Oregon
Williams
G. O. Ps
Philadelphia
Taft
Imu
Questions and Answers from the Messenger Bureau
A reader asks what kinds of inventions can be patented and patent terms. The editor explains four general categories: arts, machines, manufactures or compositions, processes and designs. Terms run seventeen years for arts, machines, or manufactures, and three and a half for designs, with fees guiding term length. The piece also covers salaries of union presidents and a brief Q&A on eyelashes and the 16th Amendment context, noting the 1913 ratification and initial income tax details.
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John L. Lewis
Nna
Wiliam’ Green
A. F
Lewin
CIO
United Mine Workers of America
William
Green
American Federation of Labor
Congress
Expert Advice On Babies Health and Development
The article discusses balancing heredity and environment for a healthy child, stressing prenatal care, diet, fresh air, and orderly routines. It highlights the role of parents and doctors, early habits, and the need for play, sleep, sun exposure, and immunizations to prevent disease and support growth. It also notes ten and twenty year old community notices and historical remarks.
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Oliver Wendell Holmes
United States
Trememenser Editor Seeks Self Supporting WPA Shift
John Southard of Jacksonville asks for a distribution plan to aid families seeking self support. He argues WPA workers earn far less than Congress and proposes reallocating funds to provide direct relief and new economic opportunities.
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Trememenser
Iam
Taleo
REC
WEA
Ae i
Otto
John’. Southard
Jacksonville
Asto
Bet on Love ends with race club clash and romance
In the racing world drama unfolds as Sherry Bond disputes a claim on her colt Pepper Boy. Paul Wharton seeks to protect the horse and pursues Sherry, hinting at a future together while derailing rival plans at the track. Their tension shifts toward marriage and Derby dreams.
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Sherry
Willie
Willie Bond
Jamison
Paul Wharton
Wharton
Paul
Jamigon
Wille Bond
Jockey Club
Willy Bond
Racing’ Association
Rae
Withie Bond
Bailiwick
Paul §Wharton
Jan
Pepper Boy
Alent
America
Ava
Red Soldier
April Poetic Moods Amid Winter’s Reprieve
A fragmented verse from Athena, Ohio notes April’s opening of warmth and poppy promises. The poem laments lingering winter tears and celebrates spring’s return as bluebells and robin songs hint at May’s arrival. Norad and Hesson appear as scattered signatures in the text.
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Robin
Obin
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