International waterways open always for lawful use
The passage argues that Britain and France should keep the Suez Canal open, praising assurances from France and Britain that it will remain accessible. It warns closing it could embolden aggression, harm freedom of the seas, and set a dangerous precedent for Panama, while stressing waterways should stay open for all nations for lawful needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
Great Britain
Suez Canal
Italy
Mussolini
Britain
League of Nations
Suez
Panama Canal
Panama
Shortage of Buying Power in Postwar Economy
Analyzes why the average American cannot afford new clothing and goods. Cites data showing income gaps with 70 percent under 1500 dollars and only a small fraction earning above 3000, arguing domestic market remains largely untapped and expanding purchasing power is a major economic and social challenge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
The Grandfather Vote and the Townsend Plan
Population experts warn that in 25 years the ratio of young to old will reverse, with twice as many people over 60. The Townsend Plan may gain ground if old workers see a fair share of future benefits. Youth must treat the elderly with respect and ensure a square deal for all ages.
Pronunciation Debate Grips Abyssinia News
The page notes growing concern over correct pronunciation of American names on maps and in discourse. Readers argue that many individuals feel compelled to know precise pronunciations, reflecting broader interest in accurate language amid a changing news landscape.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sint
Abyssinia
How to Pronounce Ethiopian Names and the Peace Question
The text discusses phonetic guides for African place names to aid English speakers. It notes that attempts can be confusing or ridiculous as when Addis Ababa is rendered as Awawa. It argues pronunciation should not dominate understanding of Ethiopian conflicts and emphasizes learning causes to help maintain peace.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Addis Ababa
Addis Ab Bayba
Doubleday Doran
J. Frank Dobie
Mexico
Porta
Mozo
Do‘Die
Republic
Vast Gain In Stocks On Wall Street Rise
Ralph B. Wilson of Babson Reports notes American business today is 41 percent above 1983 low, 18 percent below normal, with stocks and bonds on the New York market up 34 billion dollars in value. The gain exceeds the national debt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wall Street
Ralph B. Wilson
Babson Reports
New York
Twenty Years Ago Journal Clippings Corry News 1915
Informal hearing before a Corry alderman tackled charges of tobacco sales to boys under 16 with several denials and promises of harsher action on future cases. Also notes the Trill Indicator Co shipped final turnbuckles for Surtis Aeroplane, local real estate plans by TF A Loveland, and various brief hometown moves and visits around Corry including Ray Forbes, Oliver Caster, Mrs Mary Dell, Don MadKengip, and Wheeler Wicks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Corry
Big Gains in All Lines of Production
Frances Perkins notes nationwide upturn at AFL Atlantic City convention. Durable goods lead the rise with machine tool, steel, auto, and electric power output increasing. Building permits soar in August, retail sales and farm income climb, and durable-goods earnings rise. Employment improves though millions still jobless, citywide wage disbursements double. Government programs contribute to recovery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frances Perkins
American Federation of Labor
Atlantic City
Claudette Colbert Sees Voice as Key to Female Charm
Claudette Colbert argues many women neglect their speaking voice, praising a clear lower range as vital for emotional scenes. She notes many have voices too high and difficult to vary, citing her own shift to a lower pitch during The Bride Comes Home as a turning point in acting effectiveness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hollywood
Claudette Colbert
Miss Colbert
Teacher Paid With No Pupils in Berlin District
Irene Seilarsid, under contract but with no pupils, receives a $75 monthly stipend to teach Riverdale school north of Berlin Wisconsin. Seven district children attend school in Berlin.
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Berlin
Wis
Irene Seilarsid
Riverdale School
Here
Tongues of the Monte and Laughter Out of the Ground reviewed
A review extols Dobie’s Tongues of the Monte as a Mexican soulful distillation from rural voices and notes Lampson’s Laughter Out of the Ground as a vigorous free hexameter debut about the 1849 California gold rush. Both works praised for vitality and authentic voice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robin Lampson
Lampson
California
America
Paris Styles for Evening Wear in Italian Renaissance Tone
Paris styles for the season feature fabrics recalling ancient days with metal tissues and velvets drawn from Italian Renaissance. Descriptions note black velvet cocktail gowns with gold bodices, Victorian midnight blue chiffon with silver accents, and pale silver woven with red and blue. Pewter tones pair with black. new laces weave silver and gold for rich gowns with shirred fronts and draped silhouettes. The Italian influence is evident in colorings and textures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
James
Star Signals Horoscope Fragments From 1930s Page
Star Signals offers dated hints from mid October through 1936 guidance on luck and temperament. The note mentions travel, birth date diplomacy, April May adjustments, and creative January 1936 themes. It then shifts to a fashion tip on color palettes and fabrics for garments and evening wear with metal accents.
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Hein
Denger
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Iste
Woor
Scott
Digntor
Woopman
Trill Indicator Company
Surtis Aeroplane
TF. A. Loveland
Third Ward
T. H. Brown
North Center
Street
Ray Forbes
Oliver Caster
Sherman
Mr. Caster
Mary Dell
Third Avenue
Union City
Don MadKengip
Oil City
City
Wheeler Wicks
South Center Street
Findley Lake
Hollywood Film Shop
MOD Dairy CO
Corry, Penna
Member
Federal Reserve System
Twee
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