U S and Japan Agree on Dutch East Indies Status
Japanese ambassador Horinouchi said after a long talk with Secretary Hull that the United States and Japan are in substantial agreement on the future status of the Dutch East Indies. Both governments and the Netherlands want to maintain the status quo and see no change likely while Japan remains uninvolved in the European war.
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Washington
Kensuke Horinouchi
Hull
United States
Japan
Dutch East Indies
Netherlands
Horinouchi
Tokio
Pacific Islands
American consul general named for Shanghai
The state department announced that Frank P. Lockhart, counselor of the American embassy at Peiping, China, has been assigned as American consul general at Shanghai.
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Washington
Frank P. Lockhart
Peiping
China
Shanghai
State Department
Six Die In Rangoon Hindu Muslim Riot Clash
Six persons were stabbed to death and 20 wounded Saturday night in Rangoon amid Hindu Muslim rioting tied to India's independence crisis. Augmented British troops and police intervened to restore order after a Muslim crowd gathered in a square to celebrate Mohammed's birthday.
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Rangoon
Burma
INS
India
Mohammed
Brinkley Eyes U S Senate Run From Texas
Del Rio Texas Dr John R Brinkley renowned goat gland specialist who hosts radio broadcasts near the border is considering a bid for the U S Senate.Drinkley's wife hinted a political statement likely next month U S Senator Tom Connally seeks reelection in Texas with the Democratic nomination seen as decisive.
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del Rio
Tex
INS
John R. Brinkley
United States Senate
Brinkley
U. S
Tom Connally
Marlin
Texas
A 1940s Menu With Crown Roast and Electric Range
A vintage kitchen guide presents a dinner menu centered on a crown roast of lamb cooked in a 1940 electric range. It includes consomme, roasted crown lamb with vegetables, a minty salad, hot rolls, and a kiss torte dessert. The instructions cover roasting times, temperatures, and prep steps for multiple dishes in a single menu.
Baking steps for muffins from a damaged recipe
The fragment describes shaping dough into small portions on a greased sheet or muffin tins and letting it rise in a warm place until doubled. It then instructs brushing with melted shortening and baking in a moderate oven for about 20 to 25 minutes.
Conductor Killed While Checking Tracks at Crossing
CHICAGO AP Steve Balkey a 44 year old street car conductor was killed Saturday while ensuring passenger safety at a railroad crossing. Balkey went ahead to clear the tracks as a fast passenger train approached. Howard Williams of Bureau Illinois failed to see the train and was seriously injured when his car was struck and hurled onto Balkey.
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Chicago
Steve Balkey
Balkey
Howard Williams
Bureau, IL
Barkey
Williams
Democratic Women Hold Three Day New Deal Cram Session
The Democratic National Committee's women’s division announced a three day cram session for 4 250 women in Washington starting May 2 with cabinet members led by Postmaster General Farley tutoring. Mrs Franklin D Roosevelt will close with a banquet speech May 4. Topics include How to Win Votes With Facts Financing Organizations The Principles of Effective Speaking and How to Organize the Precincts.
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Washington
INS
Democratic National Committee
Farley
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Roosevelt
Wallace
Ickes
Woodring
Morgenthau
Perkins
Jackson
Ward's New Refrigerator Economical Debuts for 1940 Models
Montgomery Ward introduces 1940 refrigerators promising lower initial cost and operating expenses. The line features four frigid zones for ice cubes, frosted foods, meats and beverages, vegetables, plus a humidified storage area. Models include heat resistant Dulux exterior, waist high storage, bar shelves, and a stainless steel food froster cover that doubles as a tray. Deluxe sets add four matched oven-ware dishes in Delphinium blue.
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Montgomery Ward
Supreme
Irons Family Wash Economical Use of Electricity
The article notes that ironing a typical family’s laundry can be done electrically for only seven to eight cents, highlighting modern appliance efficiency and heat regulation features.
Frigidaire Introduces Even Heat Electric Range
George F. Martinek of Checker Electric Supply notes the 1940 Frigidaire range cooks a full meal in the oven with two simple dial settings. The appliance features Even Heat and is promoted for outdoor sunshine days.
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George F. Martinek
Checker Electric Supply, Inc
New Ironers Select Temperature for Fabrics
A garment ironing device now enables choosing the correct temperature for each fabric. This innovation speeds ironing and reduces effort for homemakers.
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