Iowa State University under cloud as new president faces scrutiny
Editorial notes the shadow over a new university administration after unpleasant accusations against the newly appointed president. It urges the state board of education to provide a full explanation or corrective action, stressing the university’s prestige and student welfare over officials’ embarrassment. It warns against rationalizing the situation.
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Owas State University
State Board of Education
Board of Education
Iowa
Roosevelts and Allies Highlight Anonymity Demand
The Elliott publicity joins prior Roosevelt exploits, clarifying why Theodore Roosevelt urged administrative helpers to embrace anonymity for effective public service and political life.
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Elliott
Roosevelts
Papa
Roosevelt avoids Willkie debate as 1940 campaign temps rise
The article notes President Roosevelt again sidestepping a public debate with Wendell Willkie. Roosevelt delays a Baltimore appearance and prefers well crafted speeches, while Willkie thrives in extemporaneous dialogue, raising questions about who gains prestige from a potential exchange.
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Roosevelt
Wendell Willkie
Willkie
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Baltimore
Brooklyn
Mr Willkie
President limits third term but Ickes says sure
The remark suggests the President recognizes his own limits and foresees no fourth term. Ickes asserts confidence, though the quote hints at doubt about certainty and marginally questions future plans.
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Ickes
Cooling in the elephant country shakes Willkie gains
A Gallup based note reports Willkie gaining strength in most states he led Roosevelt, with Maine and Vermont bucking the trend. The piece attributes the cooling to Willkie’s stance against foreign war and speculation about shifting support along the eastern coast. It ends with a reflection that political popularity remains inconsistent.
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Gallup
Willkie
Roosevelt
Maine
Vermont
D. R
The Power of the Negro Vote in a Roosevelted Era
A long reflection on African American political influence in the Roosevelt era. It argues that twelve million Americans of color could swing presidential elections, noting milestones in sports, arts, and politics, and warning about economy, war, and social power dynamics. The piece critiques poverty, labor, and national unity while praising black advancement and the need for better weapons and industry.
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Europe
Lincoln
Washington
Russia
Abraham Lincoln
Roosevelt
Walter White
Life Magazine
New York
New Jersey
Pennsylvania
Ohio
Illinois
Indiana
Missouri
Michigan
Liberty
Walter Winchell on Broadway Glimpses of Celebs in Transit
Walter Winchell on Broadway surveys Hollywood and New York luminaries in a brisk parade. Mentions include C V Sonny Whitney Eddy Duchin Carol Bruce Jay Carlisle Marcelle Edwards Virginia Langdon Isabel Jewell Bob Musel Gladys Glad M Hellinger Warren G Magnuson Trudy Burke Doris Donaldson Judy Canova Johnny Diggs John Mason Brown Lady Brinsley Plunkett Hal Fisher and a lettuce sandwich phone prank.
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Sonny” Whitney
Eddy Duchin
Carol Bruce
Jay Carlisle
Marcelle Edwards
Virginia Langdon
Isabel Jewell
Bob Musel
Gladys Glad
M. Hellinger
Warren G. Magnuson
Seattle
Trudy Burke
Ed Wynn
George White
Doris Donaldson
Judy Canova
Johnny Diggs
H’wood
John Mason Brown
Medical
Lady Brinsley-Plunkett
Rolls-Royce
Hollywood Gossip and New York Counterpoints in One Fragment
A mosaic of names and scenes from cinema and society including Gloria Swanson’s son at Farmingdale, Frank Carson quitting journalism for an Arizona ranch, Busby Berkeley visiting New York, and a party with Broadway showgirls. The piece blends gossip, theater, and cultural references across venues and personalities.
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Emos
Pierre
Mary Rogers
Powers
Gloria Swanson
Republic Aviation
Farmingdale
Frank Carson
Arizona
Idtown
Busby
Berkeley
Hollywood
Strke
Plaza
Prop. Proser
Proser
Broadway
Roadway Rhythm and Referenced Trials in City Social Notes
A social scene recap notes a guest of honor unseen by many, a captain prompting Berkeley to a rear table, Busby dining and paying before leaving. Mentions include the Skouras Newins indictment slated for the 28th, Go-Men seeking Mrs Newins, and potential legal lashbacks if she speaks.
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Berkeley
Busby
Jack Sterling
Chorine
Dot O'Neill
Eafly
Boyd
Shuberts
The Poet of the People by Edgar A Guest
A poem extols democracy as a force that preserves merit and frees genius. It emphasizes democracy’s role in discovery, progress, and improving living standards for all, urging restraint on tyrants and claiming democracy seeks to uplift and lengthen lives.
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Edgar A. Guest
the Poet of
the People
Kellogg’s All-Bran Promises Relief From Constipation
A public health styled promotion notes that constipation relief comes from Kellogg's All-Bran. It underscores the product as genuine, backed by 20 years of experience and millions of satisfied users. Battle Creek is cited as the place of manufacture and grocers sell it nationwide.
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Kellogg's
Kellogg’s
Battle Creek
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