End of Six Months War Shows No Major Fighting Yet
The article notes a phoney war phase with Finland resisting Soviet advances and France Britain shifting to air defense. It highlights stronger defense, strategic lines at Mannerheim and Maginot, and the absence of decisive air or sea offensives.
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Radio News Figure H V Kaltenborn Honored
H V Kaltenborn, famed CBS radio news analyst, rose from the Brooklyn Eagle to prominence during Europe’s crisis last autumn. A Wisconsin native, he has studied international affairs for over 30 years and is noted for the haystack Spain broadcast and daily CBS dispatches that reached millions.
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Roosevelt and Ickes Clash in a 1940 Debate
The passage cites Harold Ickes and Franklin D Roosevelt in harsh exchanges. Ickes mocks rivals with theatrical bullfight metaphors while Roosevelt faces intense scrutiny over a potential third term. The piece notes Roosevelt's physical stamina, cautious early career, and calls for vacations to avoid fatigue amid rising political tension.
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Welles trip ties neutrals to papal talks and Hull outmaneuver
The piece reports Hull's surprise over Welles Europe mission and notes secret papal mediation with neutrals and belligerents. It cites Luigi Maglione and Roosevelt family details, including Jimmy Roosevelt's Hollywood role and salary.
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Jimmy G Goldwyn contract moves and film diplomacy tale
The piece celebrates Jimmy's rescue of a cattle dispute over Thespians paying for transport and his role in pushing Wuthering Heights into France and England. It notes Goldwyn's profit boost of about 200000 and mentions senators born in Kansas' sixth district amid a political folder on presidential ambitions.
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Hottest Man-made Flame in Atomic Nitrogen Arc
The article notes an incredibly hot flame produced by atomic nitrogen in an electric arc reaching 18 300 degrees Fahrenheit. Heat results from the separation and recombination of nitrogen's two atoms as gas passes through the arc at 14 000 psi.
Silk Hats Crown Chimney Sweeps Tradition
The traditional headgear of chimney sweepers, among the sootiest professions, is a formal silk hat that symbolizes their trade.
Explosives Industry Claims Lower Accident Rate
The manufacture of explosives avoids metal buttons to prevent sparks and maintains extreme safety precautions. Despite the inherent hazards, the industry reports an accident frequency rate 38 percent below the average for all industries.
Hippo Potamus Walks River Floors Grazes Underwater
An animal expert notes that the hippo allows itself to walk along river and lake bottoms to graze on aquatic vegetation. The observation highlights unique locomotion and feeding behavior in hippos.
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Furry fingerprints separate animals by fur analysis
Experts analyze fur under a microscope to identify the animal of origin. Hair from different species shows distinct internal structures, revealing protective coverings that help animals endure heat or cold. The method can distinguish closely related species even when fur is dyed or altered.
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