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Newspaper
Cambridge Sentinel
Location
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1939
Page
2
Joseph W. LaBine argues Russia's expulsion from the League reveals Geneva's impotence and that Finland gains little from a move seen as symbolic rather than strategic. An editorial note clarifies opinions are the columnist's own.
A fragmented report recalls the Battle of Nations context with Russia and Finland, noting Moscow mediation efforts and the Helsinki government’s diminished authority. It mentions Joseph Stalin era figures and the Russian ambassador’s abrupt Geneva departure as democracy observers question the outcome.
Reports describe Allied reactions to German actions on the Western Front and naval incidents. Germany aims at destroying the enemy while Nazi raiders attack at night. Finland and Russia face losses as Finnish ski units disrupt advances. Britain and Italy pledge aid with war materials and air support.
The Associated Gas and Electric Company has vocally opposed the 1935 public utility holding company act. A senate investigative committee faced challenges in pursuing H C Hopson, the firm’s guiding figure, amid tax disputes with Henry Morgenthau’s treasury. Leadership turnover followed ill health as J I Mange was replaced by Roger.
Russia's Ambassador Nicolai Gorekhin left Rome as Soviet troops reached the Finnish frontier after Fascists stormed the Russian embassy in daily protests. Italy's editor Virginio Geyda criticized Britain for looming influence as he spoke of exits via the Dardanelles Suez and Gibraltar. In Romania an explosion at Zarnesti's cellulose plant killed 80 and wounded 200, blamed on foreign agents amid regional turmoil.
The house committee heard evidence alleging bias and poor conduct within the NLRB. Dr. William Leiserson led protests, accusing fellow members Edwin L. Smith and Warren Madden of bias, and pressed for disciplinary action. The case involving John Boettiger highlighted shifting policy signals. Elinore Herrick objected to an investigative style by two assistants, drawing comparisons to foreign security agencies.
An executive describes his role as the niblick of the bank, rescuing troubled borrowers. He argues business blends adventure and caution, with sales driven by boldness and progress, while solvency rests on tight expense control and accounting discipline. He notes not all events are Acts of God, but sales are man-made through innovation and exploration.
Political brief notes Rep. Hamilton Fish Jr. announcing his entry into the 194 Republican presidential contest. The report also mentions Bishop John F. O B ara resigning the Notre Dame presidency to take an auxiliary army role.
For the second time in a week the subsidy rate moves from four tenths of a cent to two tenths of a cent. Sweden forms a new government under Premier Albin Hanson to pacify Nazis, retiring Foreign Minister Richard Sandler who faced German wrath. U.S. tariffs rise on imports from Danzig and Poland controlled by Germany. Mexican participation in a new tariff pact with Venezuela is excluded due to expropriation of U.S.-owned oil wells.
At a press conference President Roosevelt supported renewing the reciprocal trade treaty act in 1940 despite Republican opposition and farmer concern. He highlighted export gains and noted Finland aid with Red Cross funding. He criticized the Dies committee for alleged undemocratic conduct and named 12 new rear admirals.
Business readers are urged to cultivate memory of customers and acquaintances. The piece cites Theodore Roosevelt recalling a Wyoming reception guest with six children and President Garfield’s memory device for aging voters. It notes a bellboy who became hotel manager by memorizing names and faces, and urges retail staff to remember a reasonable percentage of customers to convert buyers into regulars.
London report recalls Wickham Steed interview with Marshal Foch who judged Napoleon could master modern warfare within six weeks if alive. Foch believed Napoleon would invent new tricks and dodge to win in any era.
New York toy tester Miss Lillian Rifkin visits schools and parks to observe how children play with toys. She documents durability age fit and potential to spark mental artistic physical or scientific activity through child driven pretend play.
Historic note traces Christmas joy from Puritan England where churchmen frowned on festivity to Puritan New England where strict repression persisted. It contrasts medieval yule pomp with Shakespearean 12 day celebrations and the shift toward merrymaking and seasonal customs.
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