Germany and Colonies No Problem for America
An analysis argues that talk of German colonial possessions is moot for U.S. policy. It notes Germany seized colonies by force, then lost them in World War I, and that postwar debates ignore moral claims. The piece contends domestic politics will shape responses to any continued colonial questions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
England
France
Hitler
Rota
Cale
Salistie
Munich
Jermany
Fiscman
Forte
Fist
Brance
Sahara
Amerloa
Philippines
Gempiny
Uley
Avery
Stitesinga
Behind the Scenes in Washington by Rodney Washington
Roosevelt aims to preserve and boost administration prestige while pursuing popular but safety net focused reforms. Rearmament national defense and a broad health program top the agenda, with bipartisan opposition likely kept in check by party dynamics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rodney Washington
Roosevelt
Washington
National Defense Health
Hwck-Wash
WPA
National Defense
Joe O'Mahoney
Wyoming
Legislative-Executive
Abbots
New Republica
Althowgh
Royal visit shapes empire diplomacy in 1938 outlook
The piece surveys King George and Queen Elizabeth’s Canada visit as a hinge in Anglo American diplomacy. It argues Washington hopes to realign Britain with democratic West, risk of a joint Anglo German influence, and a broader imperial reorientation under Roosevelt style strategy. It notes aims to elevate imperial sideshow to main world politics and to frame Britain as a buffer against Europe. The analysis links shared Anglophone identity with Vatican tensions and warns of potential shifts if Rome Berlin axis holds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George
Wliitabeth
England
Germany
United States
Washington
America
Canada
Dominion
London
State Department
United Kingdom
Cardinal Mundelein
Rome
Vatican
Hitler Noted by Opinion Polls Says Vast American Skepticism
The article reports a Gallup poll following Hitler's September speech in which 92 percent of American voters and 0 percent of British voters question his credibility. It notes the Sudetenland claim described as the last territorial demand and cites the American public’s suspicion of his statements and the unreliable nature of his regime.
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Feuhrer
Hitler
American Institute of Pisihic
Amitiare
Enginns
Ihm
George Gallup
Sudetenland
Europe
Leslie der Peuhrer
Unconditional Surrender Grant on New Stamp
The article traces Ulysses S Grant’s name change from Hiram Ulysses to Simpson at West Point, the Fort Donelson capture, and his rise to national hero. It notes his later role as Civil War general and 11th president, illustrated on a U S postal stamp in the new series.
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Hiram
Simpson
Ulysses Simpson
Fort Donelson
Cumberland
Grant
Buckner
United States
U.S
Deaths, honors and a wartime casualty in Columbus
Mr and Mrs John Brown of Columbus announce the death of Charles Brown killed in action on October 24. Camp Grange elected officers Frank Ladd Elton Knapp Melvin Smith O P Bixby Caroline Keppel Erink Howell Ray Burroughs Thad Perkins Lee Mottray George Alan L R Tiffany and Steadman. Lieutenant H Bimer Carver made the supreme sacrifice. A telegram to Dr H A Gurtistrom and Mrs R W Cavvley conveyed the death of Corry Boy who had been in France. P Foley yard master reported the fatal injury to Martin Gray near the First Avenue crossing. Major L M Phelps of the 112th Home Regiment visited Spartanburg on his way to Evie. Lakeview Hotel, an old landmark at Spartanabie, was razed today. Corey hospital admitted a patient with pneumonia. Margaret Ethel Allcock, 17, leaves school to wed canon Ralph Porter Wade, 68, early 1939.
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John Brown
Columbus
Lelegram
Browns
Charles Brown
Camp Grange
Frank Ladd
Elton Knapp
Melvin Smith
O. P. Bixby
Caroline Keppel
Erink Howell
Ray Burroughs
Thad Perkins
Lee Mottray
Gerge Alan
L. R Tiffany
Steadman
Hbimer Carver
A. Telligram
H. A. Gurtistrom
R. W. Cavvley
Ile
Corry Uoy
France
Sound effects expert tests blanks for realism in films
Hollywood studios fine tune pistol and machine gun sounds using Berkshield, Warner Brothers firearms specialist, who studies blank cartridges and powder burn to match on screen detonations. He notes distance, studio materials, and echo affect tone and uses controlled testing to ensure authenticity. He cites cases including doubling for Ronald Reagan in a wartime service film.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hollywood
Neweyen
Roland Berkshield
Warner Brothers Studin
Berkshield
Berkle
Angers
Ed Beaks
Ronald
Reagan
Hoagen
Dave Deen
Invented Electrical Conveniences Highlight Early Cleaners
A 1908 note credits Dy William Noe of San Patoiso with the first portable vacuum cleaner. Earlier, Hamilton E. Smith of Pittsburgh invented a wash ing machine with cotacy motion in 1859 and J Fisher patents a complete electric washing machine in 1910. The text also mentions a poisonous snake in Michigan and political notes about Southern Democratic members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Noe
San Patoiso
Hamilton E. Smith
Pittsburgh
Pat Wee
J. Fisher
Young Republicans to Gather at Harrisburg
Regional directors and executive members of the Pennsylvania Young Republicans meet in Harrisburg for a special session led by Frank Hilton. The group will review a general election campaign report and plan state wide participation in Governor elect James inaugural.
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United Press
Harrisburg
Pennsylvania Young Republicans
Frank
Hilton
Wyominsing
GO. P
Superior Court
Arthur H. James
Elec James
Language reform urged in Melbourne legal language
Gregory Hynes, an Australian barrister, proposes a reform of English to avoid repetitive he or she and his or her in legal documents. The proposal aims to simplify phrasing and improve clarity in official texts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Gregory Hynes
Austrelign Danver
Washington spokemen defend barbs conduct in broadcasts
An official in Washington says barbs employed in the capital are not guilty of the conduct often attributed to them. The piece mocks warlike European broadcasts and suggests Britain’s role in shaping opinion. It notes the German military system and mentions college football rules about a fifth down.
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National Capitol
Washington
Europe
Germany
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112Th
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