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Newspaper
Bowen Chronicle
Location
Bowen, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 18, 1937
Page
2
The World’s Week notes a pact drawing applause from Hitler, Mussolini, and Premier Konoye as Britain worries the three allies may demand restoration of Germany’s lost colonies. The leaders exchanged congratulations on the agreement’s signing.
A new farm measure drafted by the house committee on agriculture proposes voluntary crop control for wheat, corn, rice and cotton and compulsory limits on tobacco. It includes Secretary Wallace's ever normal granary plan and tariff equalizing taxes on raw commodities, plus producer-based benefit payments capped at ten thousand dollars. Italy joins Germany and Japan in anti communist pact signaling a possible three‑way world split amid rising tensions.
Paris reports the Duke and Duchess of Windsor plan a February trip to the United States if labor critics are eased. Critics assail organizer Charles Bedaux for speed up practices, leading to a tentative cancellation. AF L president Green says American labor would welcome the visit and assist investigations. If they come, Mrs. Roosevelt might join President for a luncheon.
Secretary of the Navy Claude A Swanson reports to the President that the navy is stronger than in war days and rising to full strength allowed by treaties abrogated by Japan. Under replacement plans two new battleships are under construction along with 85 other warships including three aircraft carriers one heavy cruiser nine light cruisers fifty five destroyers and seventeen submarines. The fleet now has 113 vessels totaling 869 230 tons under age and 87 vessels totaling 335 565 tons under construction compared with 101 vessels totaling 728 050 tons five years ago.
Stubborn Chinese defense in Shanghai collapsed as Japanese troops crossed Soochow Creek and occupied the city. Chiang Kai-shek issued a statement opposing direct negotiations with Japan, reaffirming China's resolve to continue the struggle. Brussels conference stability was jeopardized by Soviet Russia’s presence, while Japan signaled willingness to share information with nine power treaty signatories but not with nonparticipants like Russia.
President Roosevelt marks his fifty fifth birthday January 30 to boost a nationwide drive for infantile paralysis. Funds go to the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis, with a committee led by Keith Morgan of New York arranging celebrations in many cities.
LBert Levitt pressed President Roosevelt to begin quo warranto proceedings to challenge Justice Hugo Black’s right to his Supreme Court seat. The move came as the court prepared to decide whether to hear a challenge to Black’s eligibility.
A Washington style column condemns war weariness and nationalism while warning of a slow crop of militarism. It attacks professional profiteers, calls out political dupes, and recalls Dewey and Nordic supremacy themes with satirical sketches, citing Irvin S. Cobb.
Roosevelt plans James Roosevelt to meet weekly with heads of about eighteen agencies to coordinate policy and identify matters for presidential consideration. The move faces praise and questions about power, workload, and potential shifts in federal policy amid a looming 1938 business slowdown.
Clean all summer ward robe garments before storing to stop permanent discoloration from soil or stains. Cover a hot iron with a wet cloth to raise velvet pile. Roll corn flakes in a towel and crush with a rolling pin. Freshen dry shredded coconut by soaking in milk for five minutes. Sew jar rubbers on rug under sides to prevent slipping on smooth floors.
Advertorial copy urges readers to try Creomulsion for a three days cough and bronchial irritation. It claims to reach the seat of trouble, soothe inflamed membranes, and loosen phlegm with a money back guarantee if not satisfied from the first bottle.
Quote from Sir Wilfred Grenfell praises friends who care as a great help in times of need, reflecting on solidarity and support.
A period style ad urges husbands to understand wives during the monthly cycle. It promotes Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as a remedy addressing mood changes and discomfort through girlhood, motherhood preparation, and middle age, encouraging women to stay content.
A compact, reflective line quotes La Rochefoucauld on firmness and gentleness, suggesting inner strength shapes true kindness. The aphorism emphasizes enduring steadiness as the key to genuine gentleness.
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