Nuisance Candidates Rise In 1940 Campaign Talk
Charles P. Stewart surveys Washington political chatter on nuisance candidates in the 1940 race. He contrasts nuisance contenders with dark horses, noting figures like Styles Bridges and Thomas E. Dewey as prominent examples and examining how early campaigns affect party dynamics and prospects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles P. Stewart
Central Press
Washington
Congress
Seasion
Alf M. Landon
Dark Horse
Bridges
Bricker
Gannett
Styles Bridges
New Hampshire
New Hamcashire
Robert A. Taft
Ohio
John W. Bricker
White House
New York
Thomas E. Dewey
Frank E. Gannett
Senator Bridges
Trade pacts prompt questions on American industry
A historic newspaper column weighs reciprocal trade agreements with Britain and Chile, noting wage losses in worsted and woolen goods, imports boosting competition, and calls for congressional scrutiny. It questions tariff protections, highlights Philadelphia impacts, and warns against politicized tariff decisions while urging analysis of overall industrial effects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Great Britain
Philadelphia
Congress
State Department
Chile
Fabienne’s Dilemma Draws Family Toward Doctor’s Help
Gertrude de Ligne confronts Dr. Mallory about Fabienne’s behavior and her work. Nicky warns Fabienne’s choices echo past heartbreak as the Comtesse plots to redirect her daughter from Willoughby House toward a safer path. The scene shifts to a quiet professional office where Fabienne’s future hangs in the balance.
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Gertrude de Ligne
Nicky
Gertrude
Switzerland
Fabienne
Darlin
Morton
Micky
Bartlett Company
Fatienne
Fab
Grandfather
Willoughby House
Ortson
Bill Mallory
Dr. Mallory
Chapman
Ellen
Comtesse de Ligne
J. W. Mallory
M. D
Bill
Amd
Bill Fin
The Battle Over Trade Pacts in Congress
The Philadelphia Inquirer reports the suggested continuation of reciprocal trade agreements faces a first battle in Congress. Hull reportedly rejected a compromise to put pacts to Senate ratification, a move Borah calls illegal evasion. Opponents warn the executive keeps tariff setting, while farm and labor groups fear harm to industry and wages.
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Philadelphia
Congress
Hull
Senate
Borah
Hill
Uni- States
Asso‘oisites
Ian
Pensylvania
Phil
Radio Pronunciation Clash in Churchill Broadcasts
Morgantown Post notes confusion over how to pronounce place names in radio. It cites Winston Churchill mispronouncing Montevideo and various radio announcers debating Moscow. Webster’s Pronouncing Gazetteer lists Mosko as the approved Anglicized form.
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Winston Churchill
Uruguay
Lord of
Moscow
Defeat of 44th enemy division reported with spoils
Finns report the defeat of the 44th division as the objective was attained. Enemy forces were largely destroyed and captured war booty included 102 guns, 43 tanks, 10 armored cars, 1 airplane, 20 tractors, 279 cars, 75 automatic rifles, 1,170 horses and 47 field kitchens. Clearing operations and spoils collection continue on other fronts.
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Page Gne
Sinking of the Maine Court of Inquiry member Chadwick
The history recalls Captain Daniel Chadwick of Morgantown as the sole West Virginian on the Court of Inquiry investigating the Maine sinking in Havana Harbor. It notes his Annapolis appointment in 1869 and his later fame as a naval commander.
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Daniel Clark Chadwick
Morgantown
United States Navy
U. S
Maine
Havana
Chadwick
Grafton
Francis M. Durbin
United States Naval Academy
Annapolis
William G. Brown
Bluemont
Parkersburg
Order of Railway Conductors
Lincoln J. Carter
Chicago
Opera House
Reno
St. Augustine Catholic Church
Father John McElligott
Father McElligott
John Kinney
St. John Street
St. Augustine Catholic
Trade moves and blockades shape wartime markets
Notes indicate Jain holding trade stalks with nearly all European neutrals while pursuing markets in Asia and America. British blockade curtails German overseas trade and a sugar tax affects hot drinks. Government weighs a contraband station in American or Canadian waters to counter diversion to British ports, as Britain and France seek Turkish product shares and France and Greece conclude a trade agreement.
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Jain
America
Canadian
United States
Germany
Istanbul
Britain
France
Greece
Brita
Democrats plan Mayflower dinner with Roosevelt remarks
The president will speak at 10 p m EST with NBC CBS and MBS broadcasts. Democratic Chairman Farley introduces him while Vice President Garner, a presidential candidate, sits beside him. About 1000 to 1500 guests expected at the Mayflower hotel. The Jackson Day dinners may end soon with future plans tied to election outcomes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
NBC
CBS
MBS
Farley
Garner
Roosevelt
Mayflower
Conservation panel reviews new five year plan draft
Charleston Jan 8. Members of the state Conservation commission met to study a final draft of a new five year conservation plan. Director H. W. Shawhan said many objectives of the old plan expired with 1939 and were surpassed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charleston
State Conservation Commission
H. W. Shawhan
Sportsmen's league to name officers January 9
Huntington January 8 Officers of the Sportsmen's league of southern West Virginia will be named January 9. Secretary Treasurer George Slicer said he will not seek reelection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Huntington
Sportsmen's League of
Southern West Virginia
George Slicer
Youre Telling Me by Central Press Writer
The fragment recalls stray lines on science, the Duman race and runners, a blitzkrieg threat, astrological hopes, and political chatter about Roosevelt seeking a third term. Mussolini is subtly referenced as smiling, with mock concern over the groundhog's fate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central Press
British rationing continues with household meat and sugar limits
The article details the wartime ration system whereby each registered household can buy four ounces of bacon or ham, four ounces of butter, and 12 ounces of sugar weekly per family member, with half for children under six. Diners in restaurants must use tokens and face reduced portions.
Youth Dying Described By Police In Briefing
A Pittsburgh real estate dealer, father of the injured youth, was contacted by telephone and described as quite disturbed. Hogan characterized the youth as a clean-cut boy, wearing a gray striped suit and a black form-fitting college-style overcoat.
Fred for Taylor County Assessor Nomination
The announcement declares C FRED as a candidate for the Republican nomination for assessor of Taylor County in the 1940 primary. It appeals to Republican voters to support him and earnestly solicit their votes in the election.
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Taylor Cotunty
Bae Ees
Fred
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Suatwal
Courtesse
Taylor County
Catholic School
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William F. Vankirk
Thomas E. Joyce
Charles A. Faust
John A. McCabe
Joseph V. Shelley
George Brew
James M. Hanway
Grand Street
South Grafton
J. B. McElfatrick
New York City
West Virginia
Fredrick Wheelock
Richie County
Chautauqua
Jennie May Freeland
Wheelock
James H. Flanagan
Presbyterian Church
Mackin Street
Andrews Methodist Church
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