Dewey Plans Talk on War
In New York on May 27 various radio broadcasts feature talks on defense and war themes. Herbert Hoover discusses National Defense on WJZ NBC at 8:30, Thomas E. Dewey on Wars Foreign and Domestic on MBS at 9:30 from Dallas, and Senator Warren R. Vermont on Men and Morale on WUZ NBC at 10:30. Col Knox slated to speak Wednesday 8:30 on WIZ NBC, Major Al Williams on Real Air Power For the U.S. Thursday 8:15 on WABC CBS, Col. Frank Knox on Preparedness For Defense.
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Wjz-Nbc
Herbert Hoover
MBS
Dallas
Thomas E. Dewey
Wuz-Nbc
National Forum
Warren R
Vermont
Col Knox
WIZ
NBC
al Williams
U.S
WABC
CBS
Frank Knox
Europe
WEAF
Gannett Books
James Melton
Margaret
Doc. I. Q
R.G. Casey
Frank E. Gannett
Portland
Ore
Wabc-Cbs
Blondie
Kostelanetz
Howard & Bhelton
Olivia de Havilland
Topelean Toy Makers Recall Woolen Toys
A Topelean workshop issues a recall of woolen toys for children amid safety concerns. Officials urge disposal and refunds. The notice lists batch identifiers and directs retailers to halt distribution until further guidance.
Tuesday Radio Schedule Highlights and Listings
A dense list of radio programs across NBC CBS WEAF WHAF and MBS channels outlines what to expect for Tuesday. Notable items include Youth of America at 7:30, Gallant American women at 9:30, Lone Ranger at 6:30, Hall drama at 7:30, and other segments like Words and Music Hymns of All Church and Indianapolis race preview. The programs feature a mix of musical, drama, religious, and sports content across multiple stations and times.
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Yvette
Cbs-Chain
Fletcher Wiley
Indianapolis
WJZ
NBC
Alma Kitchell
Kentucky School of the Air
Radio Schedule Notes From West Virginia Station WMMN
A dense listing of radio programs and times across stations NBC WEAF WJZ MBS CBS and WLW featuring orchestras talk shows dramas and news reviews. It catalogues hosts such as Captain Tim Healy Amos n Andy Dewar Frank E Gannett and Glenn Miller and highlights WMMN WVU broadcasting with various musical acts and commentaries.
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NBC
WEAF
Tim Healy
CBS
Paul Sullivan
WJZ
Mbs—Five
Edea
Jack
Paul Douglas
MBS
Lowell Thomas
WJ2
Johnny McGee
Amos 'N Andy
Fred Waring
Nbc-Weaf
Bob Crosby
Lux Radio Theatre
WMMN
West Virginia University
State Fire Loss in April Declines in West Virginia
West Virginia reports April 1940 fire loss of 140 235 dollars, down 82 813 from a year earlier, with 24 of 40 fires total losses. Total damage reached 737 885 dollars, up 224 497 from April 1939, while insured value stood at 508 570 dollars. Buildings amount 396 600 dollars, up 297 155. Construction gutted: wood 32, brick 7, other 1.
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Charleston
West Virginia
Allied withdrawal deepens in Valenciennes sector in France
A war ministry spokesman cited Allied retreat in the Valenciennes area as due to outlying frontline positions. Despite the pullback Allied troops repulsed two German assaults before retiring. A military commentator said German losses and material depletion have weakened their position as heavy fighting rages along the channel. Northern France sees German attempts to advance after Boulogne's fall, with the old Boulogne citadel still resisting.
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Valenciennes
France
Boulogne
Cap
Weygand Tours Front As Germans Mass Fresh Troops
French British and Belgian forces manning the corridor north of the Somme report stout defense against repeated German assaults. General Weygand flies to inspect positions, renewing contact with Allied leaders after a prior May 21 mission during which their aircraft were targeted by anti aircraft guns and enemy fighters.
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Calais
West Wall
Somme
Weygand
Maxime Weygand
Messerschmitt
Montmedy
Luxemborg
Senate aims quick action on navy air force expansion
Democratic leader Barkley urged swift Senate action on bills authorizing an 11 percent fleet increase and capping the Navy air force at 10,000 planes. He predicted Congress could adjourn in two weeks and suggested longer daily sessions to reach a June 8 adjournment.
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Senate
Barkley
Congress
The Voice of Your Establishment on the Phone
The text discusses how the telephone voice reflects a business. It warns that impersonal or disorganized handling harms customer relations and suggests a welcoming tone with a smile. The message emphasizes that every caller hears the establishment through the operator and staff.
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Elss
Opera House Chooses Deanna Durbin Songs Carefully
Deanna Durbin’s seventh film It’s a Date at the Opera House follows a strict selection process for songs. A studio committee of five, including Durbin, producer Joe Pasternal, director William Seiter, music teacher Andres de Segurola, and Charles Previn, evaluates each tune for story fit voice style and effectiveness in the scene.
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Deanna Derbin
Durbin
Deanna
Universal
Charles Previn
Joe Pasternal
William Seiter
Andres de Segurola
Deanhe
British Seek New War Measures As Mussolini Mobilizes
Allied observers report Mussolini met with army chiefs and mobilization directors to expand artillery output and curb civilian car use. Italian leadership showcased war mood with 10,000 Fascist youths shouting for action, while Foreign Minister Galeazzo Ciano toured Albania and pledged support. Britain considered a contraband deal to ease raw material flow in return for Italy restricting supplies to Germany.
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Duce
London
Count Gale
Clano
Albania
Italy
Wilfrid Greene
Rome
Germany
Napoleon's disease and kidney function tests explained
A reader asks what Napoleon's disease is and Dr. Clendening explains fainting spells due to possible Stokes-Adams heart block and related conditions. The column then discusses kidney function tests using dyes, notes asparagus in urine as a humorous aside, and includes a Q and A section on whooping cough vaccines, scabies ointment risks, and dietary triggers for asthma and hives.
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Logan
Napoleon
Russia
Poleon
Julius Caesar
Casca
Stokes-Adams
H.T. A
Grandson of Tron Cross First Class Marriage Detail
The article notes Wilhelm marrying Dorothea Von Salviati on June 3, 1933. Dorothea is described as descended from an Italian family that migrated from northern Italy to Prussia during a historical reign.
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Wilhelm
Dorothea von Salviati
Italy
Prussia
Frederick the Great lineages include two daughters born in Bonn and Kleinobisch
Frederick the Great era details list two daughters Princess Feligitas born Bonn June 7 1934 and Princess Christa born Kleinobisch Oct 31 1936. Prince Wilhelm served as a first lieutenant commanding a company of infantry.
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Feligitas
Bonn
Christa
Kleinobisch
Wilhelm
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