Portrait of Six Minds on War Propaganda and Culture
A snapshot of editor opinions and cultural notices from Bruce Bliven to Willa Cather, Lin Yutang and John Gunther. Commentary questions U S wartime methods, Paris Riom trials, Hollywood tax impact, and public reactions to The Star Spangled Banner. Also quotes from Chaffee to Rinehart and fashion advice amid blackout chatter.
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Bruce Bliven
Freda Kirchwey
Opinion
U. S. War
Sun
France
Riom
Daladier
de Gaulle
Berlin
Dan Parker
Omer
Hollywood
U. S
California
Hitler
Edmund B. Chaffee
Lin Yutang
Willa Cather
Mary Roberts Rinehart
Jan Struther
Maurice Walsh
Vogue
John Gunther
London’ 8
Liberty
Collier’s
Editorial excerpt on isolationism and wartime duty
The segment quotes a SEP editorial arguing for resolve in wartime, stating nations fight for self existence and warning readers that freedom of the press does not guarantee agreement. It notes disdain for detractors and stresses value of personal judgment and restraint amid conflict.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
SEP
Cliveden
Japan
Hitler
Dorothy Thompson
Opinion and wartime morale notes from a 1940s column
A collection of sharp quips and morale lines criticizing political figures and public behavior. The piece references defending freedom, Congressmen, and public trust while noting wartime propaganda and a Tokyo broadcast urging action against Japan. It mentions Wake and Guam POWs and a Paris bombing irony.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tokyo
Wake
Guam
RAF
Paris
France
Burg
Fred Allen
Ransom - Sherman
Bright Side of War: Calming Pacific Coast Faith and Community
Kathleen Norris recalls wartime blackout nights along the Pacific coast between San Francisco and San Diego after Pearl Harbor. She notes calm neighbors, shared courage, and humor sustaining life as fear fades and unity grows, urging readers to lift their hearts and trust in faith, hope, and charity.
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Pacific Coast
San Francisco
Navy
San Diego
Pearl Harbor
Central States
Detroit
England
Russia
China
California
Longlegs the Blue Heron Plans Breakfast at the Smiling Pool
Billy Mink and Little Joe Otter watch as Longlegs the Blue Heron stalks Grandfather Frog at the Smiling Pool while Grandfather Frog pretends to sleep. Jerry Muskrat had warned Frog, and the two young animals tease from hiding, awaiting the outcome of the hungry heron’s approach.
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Longlegs
Blue Heron
Billy Mink
Little Joe Otter
Smiling Pool
Grandfather Frog
Joe Otter
Jerry Muskrat
Jerry
Associated Newspapers
WNU
The Silver Lining in Wartime Blackouts
Kathleen Norris argues wartime hardship can be endured with a positive outlook. She urges facing blackouts and shortages with a smile and intelligent preparation, recalling the World War I slogan Look for the silver lining.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Francisco
Kathleen Norris
Sewing Circle Pattern 8117 for children sizes 4 to 18
Pattern 8117 offered for ages 4 to 18 with size 6 short sleeves uses 2 yards 35 inch material plus 4% yard for contrast collar and cuffs. Order to Chicago.
Sabotage Origin Linked to Wooden Shoe Story
An early account ties sabotage to a loom shift using a workman’s sabot delaying output. Webster’s New International Dictionary connects sabotage to the French verb saboter meaning to work hastily and carelessly, derived from the wooden shoe sabot.
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Webster’s New International Dictionary
New Look Frock for the Little Angel in Your Family
The piece suggests a new frock for a child with a long torso top, mirroring grown-up fashion trends. It discusses the stylish silhouette and the appeal of a modern, elongated torso line for young wearers.
At the Best Boys Were But Two Out of Three
Two brothers registered at a school claim they are not twins while the teacher notes they share the same birthday. The pupils reveal they are “what’s here of triplets” and thus not twins. The exchange highlights a modest, humorous distinction in a triplet family.
Potent Uranium as a Power Source Explored
Scientists describe uranium as a deadly element with energy enough to boil vast water from an ounce. They pursue ways to liberate its energy for cheaper power, noting severe tissue dangers and nitrogen oxide decomposition. Experiments use diluted amounts for safety.
Free Yeast Recipe Book Offer From Standard Brands
If you bake at home Standard Brands Inc offers a free yeast recipe book featuring Oven Scones Cheese Puffs Honey Pecan Buns Coffee Cakes and Rolls. Send your name and address to 691 Washington St New York City with a card.
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Standard Brands Inc
Washington St
New York City
Adv
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Samson
Bell Syndicate
WIN Service
By Kathleen Norris
Gaiety
George
Elise
Thornton v. Burgess
Sewing Circle Pattern Dept
West Wacker Dr
Chicago
Garfield
Aaey
Uke
THE
Coast Guard
Uncle Sam
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