Isolationism Not Killed by Election Says Viewpoint Persists
The piece argues isolationism was not ended by the polls but merely stunted. It warns that veterans returning from war and economic strains could fuel new isolationist sentiment, shaped by Roosevelt's policies and cabinet choices, potentially affecting postwar foreign policy and the League.
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Don't Ever Let Your Relatives Impose on a Generous Spouse
Advice on handling mother in law meddling emphasizes fairness and independence. Warns against using kindness as a door for greedy relatives, urges giving a mother her own space, and notes the strain on marriages when extra adults live in the home. Ends with musings on loyalty, war rhetoric, and marital fidelity.
Out of the Past Quote on Wit and Silence
A reflection by Bruyere condemns men who lack both speech craft and restraint. The line laments heedless talk and poor judgment, urging thoughtful speech and quiet when appropriate. This compact aphorism underscores the value of measured communication.
Stimulus of books by George Matthew Adams
Today's Talk discusses how books stimulate the mind across genres. It highlights biographies histories poetry essays Shakespeare the Bible and why they nourish the human spirit beyond other works.
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Hats Off to Holland in Wartime Courage
By Arthur Bugs Boer the writer extols Dutch steadfastness noting Holland's culture of resilience as Germany looms. He recalls Dutch fighting spirit, compares it with Belgium and other European nations, and praises a city fireman in a symbolic act of courage.
Dewey Bricker: Rebuilding a Loyal Opposition for Change
Raymond Moley argues Dewey and Bricker will reconstruct the Republican Party over four years, elevating its national role and shaping future policy. He credits Bricker’s stamina and the pair’s disciplined campaigning while noting the public favored continuity in governance amid wartime factors. The piece lauds their leadership and the party’s renewed opposition.
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Tox Dewey
Wallace May Get State Dept Portfolio If Hull Resigns
In a late campaign twist Vice President Wallace steps through Harlem with Adam Powell Jr as thousands cheer. Roosevelt hints at a Wallace reward if Hull resigns, with Henry Wallace favored for secretary of state and Dumbarton Oaks peace work in mind.
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Do We Approve Minority Rule
Reprinted from the Christian Science Monitor the piece argues the electoral college preserves minority protections but can enable minority rule. It notes past presidents with popular majorities lost, cites state weightings, and discusses states rights roots and northern opposition. The author predicts a future shift toward straight majority rule while warning against permanent minority rule.
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Tuberculous or tubercular Stevenson illness debate
A reader column explores Stevenson's illness and death, distinguishing tuberculosis from tuberculous conditions, and discusses aortic aneurysm linked to syphilis, noting the germ Treponema pallida. It also includes correspondence about cold exposure, weight loss, and queries on skin pores.
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Time for Repair Job on Democratic Machine
Marquis W. Childs argues the Democratic Party needs a major rebuild after 1946 election results. He credits Franklin D. Roosevelt's leadership for the victory and warns against overreliance on personality. He examines Robert E. Hannegan and party divisions North-South. The piece calls for grassroots organization and reform to avoid future declines.
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Germany warned by a sober postwar justice call
The Omaha World Herald notes a substantial postwar sentiment in Germany that mercy will be tempered by justice, signaling a firm stance toward rebuilding with accountability in mind.
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Let's Explore Your Mind by Wiggam on love and wives
Dr. Wiggam offers Q A on marital affection, noting husbands must verbally express love to keep wives loving, citing William Lyon Phelps. He adds war lowers intelligence by killing or removing capable men and their offspring, then contrasts economical behavior of happy versus unhappy wives with Stanford University as a referenced source.
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