The TVA Hearings and a Dignified Cross Examination
A 1938 Washington scene shows W. Kellogg testifying before a congressional committee on TVA power costs. Francis Biddle conducts a restrained, even surgical cross examination, exposing inconsistencies without intimidation. The piece admires the courteous, professional style and suggests Biddle’s approach as a model for future hearings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mt Utilities
Realson Hhetric Institute
Congressional Committee
Senate
Hugo Black
Thas
Dangéy
Dorothy Thompson
Supreme Court
W. Kellogg
Edison Electric Institute
TVA
Kellogg
Fransis Biddle
Uken
Biddle
Kelloggs
TVA Yates
Alabama Power Co
Birmingham
Mississippi Power
Commonwealth & Southi
Wilson Dam
Meronomie I
Gy & 3
Congressional
Audh
Ealijer
Ciue
Roosevelt
Philadlphia
Trade Talks Falter Amid Global Pressures and Health Warnings
A fragmented summary notes stalled international trade discussions as leaders consider reciprocal trade agreements with Peru Argentina and others while focusing on public health warnings about colds and lifestyle shifts. Authorities urge caution and emphasize economic gains from freer trade alongside stricter health guidance.
A Great Good Man and the World’s Humanitarians
An obituary tribute lauds a renowned figure for his humanity and defense of individual lives. It notes his advocacy for justice amid Nazi persecution in Germany and his stand against tyranny, praising his lifelong devotion to religious tolerance and universal dignity despite rising dangers.
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Aparecipian
Pius
Shela
Souromie Justice
John D Rockefeller Legacy and Wealth Recounted
John T Flynn discusses John D Rockefeller's immense oil empire and wealth. He notes Rockefeller held a single Standard Oil share late in life, while most holdings were distributed through heirs. Rockefeller retired at a mature age. his fortune was immense, likely around a hundred million dollars for that era.
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New York
Uni
Ue Il
John D.J. Hockefeller
Junagig
Willie Rockefeller
Wet Rockefeller
Rockefeller Fortune and Investments Through the Years
The article traces John D. Rockefeller’s wealth from petroleum, noting gasoline’s rise after his retirement and the growing automobile era. It claims he amassed around 100 million and later 27 million cash, with much of his fortune channeled to heirs. It mentions a cautious, largely conservative end to his holdings and hints at ties to the Standard Oil era and the Black Market trade activities.
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Shoer
Rockefeller
Yuri
Ag Anteen Gampele
Panrest
Fie Roenereller
Standard
Protien
Witham
Henry Rogers
Rogers
Stamp news on U S postage stamp plans and drives
A national stamp program may expand to 40 or more issues with sets on varied topics and multiple portraits, including Roosevelt on several stamps. Greenland plans its first postage stamps, seven values from 1 to 15 ore and two higher denominations. The periodical notes growing interest in a children’s edition of a U S stamps booklet and other philatelic developments.
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U. S. Post Office Department
Roosevelt
Will
Charlie McCarthy
Radin
Départment
Math
U. S
United States
Greenland
Christian X of
Renmark
Thaining
Groénlant
Pan American delegates meet in Peru amid quiet talks
Delegates to the Pan American conference in Peru hold discreet discussions in Lima, with no public disclosure of positions. Amid pregame chatter, the U S plans for the Army and Navy game are sketched on the wall of readiness. A stray election poll gasp yields talk of funding and election fees. The World’s Fair stunt by Steve Brodie is seen as unimpressive, though Grover Whalen hoped for a jump.
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Hnather
Lin
Peru
Canada
Wabilien
Steve Brodie
Arooklyn Bridge
Hollywood Film Shop Health Fads Attract Hollywood Readers
A fragmentary Hollywood story describes fashion and fitness tips from actress Marie Wilson and others on walks to shape legs and hips. The piece mentions ankle motion, low-heeled shoes, and avoiding overexertion, while praising simple routines and public interest in beauty trends.
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Hollywood
Hollyywood
Sheridan
Warner Broa
Marie Wilson
Clauuette Colbert
Marlon Diefelen
Jon Crawford
Miss Wills
Shi
Absolute Harmony Streamlined Operations
A fragmented notice notes streamlined operations for UK based THR TWRE and related entities. The brief mentions efficiency gains and internal restructuring impacting teams at Hill location, with emphasis on coordinated workflow and faster processing timelines.
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Tike
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Thifistill
Jess Shvin Lev
Father Pine
Fusd
Ginley Monte
Jesus
By William Ferguson
John T. Flynn
Stamp News
U.S
Turkey
Scott
Tasdeifeason
Pert
Lima
O& Anore
Amy
Navy
Hollywood Film Shop
Grady Johnson
The
Medical Society of the State of Pennsylvania
Sitkowski
Barmy Goolman
DiMaggio
Emey Greine
Journal Files
Vatican
Pope
Vatican City
Tomin
Ugire 2
St. Peter
Paitier
St. Peter's Square
Conventment
Lestric
All-Way Electric Co
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