Labor and food science tales mix in a busy column
A column blends labor politics with quirky scientific eating experiments. It notes Miss Perting's plan for dual U.S. munitions observers and the conflict among labor camps over appointments. It also covers a Department of Agriculture scouting eaters, a cod liver oil taste test, and criticism of the Sheppard Hill wartime price bill amid veteran concerns and peace groups.
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Scientisic
Milp
Department of Agriculture
Degires Cervices
Beere
New RCA Models at Dealers Meeting Amid War Turbulence
Across the dealers meeting floor RCA unveiled new radio models as thousands suffered in hospitals and asylums, while profiteering surged among some who never smelled powder. The Senate battle over wartime policy drew attention to a colorful scene with Miss Мaria Bilco in red roses, and 3000 tax cases await U.S. tax appeals. Federal Trade Commission probes identical bids by contractor groups for fire brick and desks entered from multiple regions.
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Senate
de+ bate
Missizaippi
Bilco
U. S. Board of Tax Appeals
Conference of Mayors
Federal Trade Commissions
Ags Newsman Lyle Brockover Joins Major Airline Manager
Lyle Brockover, former Washington correspondent and assistant to Senator George Berry during his industrial recovery role, reportedly joined a prominent airline management team. Details are sparse, but the move signals continued influence of Brockover in national affairs and transportation circles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lyle Brockover
Washington
George Berry
Ags
Avrake
Uepreight
Idea for Libraries for the Sightless from War Reader
The inventor, inspired by a reader for the blind, proposed libraries for the sightless in towns. Novels and works would be recorded by a speaker and film recordings stocked like books. He notes that 10 hours of talking fit on 600 feet of sound film.
Talkie Library Plan By Birmingham Institution Leader
Talkie libraries advance as T Oswald Leele of a Birmingham for the blind completes a plan. He has perfected an apparatus to aid the blind in accessing spoken literature and education, signaling progress in inclusive media.
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T. Oswald Leele
Birmingham
England
Day Ty Day Reflections On Sports, Labor, And Noted Alas
A fragmentary column discusses baseball temperaments, pitcher Dean as flawed model, and driftwood plays delaying games. It recalls Belasco stagecraft and dramatic moments, then pivots to labour woes from small towns plus unskilled work and relief. Historical quips reference Bobby Leach and others with cautionary notes.
Madrid War Life Beyond the Front Lines
In Madrid civilians endure daily bombardments as part of routine life. Residents describe calm reactions amid shelling, noting soldiers and townspeople adapt to danger with practiced composure. The piece portrays a city adjusting to ongoing conflict, highlighting resilience and shared hardship.
Madrid Under Siege Portrait of a City in Crisis
Vivid scene of Madrid amid broad shortages and bombardment describes fear, hunger, and social upheaval. Proletariat solidarity flourishes as cafes stay crowded while hotels become hospitals and arson, arrests, and executions reshape the city. Bandaged figures mirror shattered chandeliers.
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Renda
Madrid
Valencia
Spain
Ritz
Palace
Atate Larbariam
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