Bund in America Sparks Debate on Rights and Threats
A 1939 editorial argues the German American Bund mirrors Nazi aims and should be studied, not banned. It warns against extra legal suppression, cites zoning efforts and police actions at rallies, and contends American principles will limit the Bund without harsh crackdown. It lauds Mayor LaGuardia's handling and notes German Americans' loyalty amid wartime pressures.
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Hund Is &N
Nazi Party
American Commonwealth
Bund
Scret
Madison Square Garden
New York City
LaGuardia
New York
Dorothy Thompson
America
Now Spain Can Begin To Count The Cost
In reflection on Spain's civil conflict, the author estimates immense casualties and destruction. Millions in arms must return to civilian life amid a population of 22 million, with hundreds of thousands wounded or maimed and vast material losses. The piece warns against extremism and cites Madariaga and others on moral victory and foreign influence, urging moderation.
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Spain
Thornee
Salvador de Matiari- Aga
Madariaga
Spanish Republic
United States
League of Nations Council
Switzerland
Courteous Advertising Defends Print Media Value
A discussion argues print advertising offers durable, accurate, nonintrusive communication. It highlights long establishment, ability to study and refer back, trustworthy statements, and respectful presence in readers’ minds without intrusion.
Bruce Catton in Washington
Bruce Catton reports on U S Internal Revenue changes easing tax disputes by March 1 1939 outlining 10 regional divisions and a 600 strong technical staff to settle income tax issues locally. It notes appeals process to Board of Tax Appeals and chats about how many disputes are small and settled quickly.
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Washington
Mar
Ancla Sam
Commissioner of Internal Revenut
Internal Revenue Bureau
Techinical
Adviger
Snal
Bie
Board of Ax Appeals
Board of Tax Appeals
Campaign to route Warren-Meadville highway through Corry
Corry's Motor Club launched a campaign to route the Warren Meadville improved highway via Corry and join the Perry highway west of Union City. Lena Bentley Auleene Isroolis Georgia Waggoner Glen Dickson Leroy Mortz Let Wintlesey with Wilbur Lambing Jeff travel to Erie for a Presbyterian Sabbath School conference. The Nash Quad wagon demonstrated before the city commission and fire department. Edward Weeks arrives from New York after Navy service in England. Miss Murry Toss visits Erie. Dr and Mrs W H Mays return from Erie automobile show.
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Corry
Motor Club
Warren-Meadville
Union City
Lena Bentley
iAuleene Isroolis
Georgia Waggoner
Glen Dickson
Leroy Mortz
Let Wintlesey
Wilbur Lambing
Jeff
Erie
The
Presbyterian Church
Special Election Seen Likely To Fill Senate Seat
Harrisburg March 1 A special election to fill a Senate seat was deemed very likely by Majority Floor Leader G Musa Owlett as Democrats and Republicans argued over a path to resolution amid an unprecedented election snarl.
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Amea Frese
Harrisburg
Waa
G. Musa Owlatt
Owletts
Fireproofing Cloths and Furnishings with Borax Solution
A home process suggests making fabrics and household items fireproof by dipping them in a solution of seven parts borax and three parts boric acid in two parts water. The method is described as simple and inexpensive for safer clothing and furnishings.
Netherlands Indies as a potential Nazi target in Europe
The article speculates that Nazi plans may include striking in the Netherlands Indies, a rich prize vital for Germany’s war effort. It notes the Indies’ vast exports such as sugar coffee tea and the crucial rubber copra tin petroleum and teak wood, with petroleum seen as potentially the most vital. Also mentions Holland itself as a producer.
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Netherlands Indies
Netherlands
Reich
Third Reich
Madura
Sumatra
Borneo
Celebes
Tropics
Indies
Germany
Holland
Deafness Causes and Types Mentioned in Fragmentary Text
The fragment discusses causes of deafness including congenital factors, violence, and illnesses. It mentions progressive nerve-related deterioration, upper respiratory issues, enlarged tonsils, and drug use as possible contributors. It notes deafness can occur at any age and hints at protest or concern over hearing loss.
Barbs Britain school ehdeen weigh more today than their parents
A quirky collage notes shifts in youth and fashion, mentioning gas masks, shoe trends, and the evolving role of students. It hints at changes in culture and daily life with humor and local color, including university dining plans and a light jab at coal and licensing ideas.
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Bbritish
Ehdeen
Jack Haley Finds Confidence At Last In Hollywood Life
Mar 1 Beverly Hills. Jack Haley recalls a long rise from uncertainty to owning a large home with a pool. He reflects on past slumps, a fragile self image, and a rewarding comeback helped by wife Florence Haley and Eddie Cantor's early career turn.
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Hollywood
Mar. 1
Jack Haley
Beverly Hills
Haley
New York
Énéure
Ore
Hal
Florence Haley
Eddie Cantor
Library Corner Highlights New Arrivals and Reviews
The library reports new additions including My America by Louis Adamic from the American Legion, described as a portrait of modern American life. Other titles added are Trust Planer High Road Nation's Missing Guest Political Handbook of the World Reaching for the Stars Who's Who in America and reviews for Wisdom's Gate by Margaret Ayer Barnes noting a lively plot and strong conclusion.
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America
Louis Adamic
American Legion
Adamic
Particulrly
Trust Planer
Hull
Baldwin
Footner
Mallory
Wein
Margaret Ayer Barnes
Wisdom's Gate
Hunter College Celebrates Founding Fifty Years Ago
Hunter College, claimed as the world’s largest college for women, marked the anniversary of its founding. The institution began as a female normal and high school with Thomas Hunter as its first president.
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New York
Hunter” College
Ras
Thomas Hunter
Wise Up and Live Star Takes Another Shot at Success
The star at the center of Wise Up and Live remains hopeful after a comeback. Haley is on top again, but fears a repeat setback and plays it safe with fingers crossed.
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Ivan
Haley
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Dial
Model Dairy Company
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