Notable quotes on intelligent self interest and progress
A Dartmouth educator argues that intelligent self interest motivates progress and labor rewards matter. He notes money piling up can go too far but those who strive deserve the race, while the profit motive aids future growth. He cautions not all rich are greedy nor poor generous, and mentions other items delayed in negotiations.
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Darmouth
Gan- Finan
Anne of
Lnve
Joors
Kannag City Star
Plight of Europe and Poland Amid War Aftermath
Warsaw's population surged from 1.3 million to 2 million as Germany and Russia redraw borders. Sixteen million inhabitants in Poland’s government general suffer food shortages, housing destruction, and paralyzed industry. Across Europe, famine and pestilence loom amid continuing totalitarian expansion.
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Europe
Poland
Germany
Russia
Warsaw
France
China
Generation duped byBritish propaganda debate
Walter Lippmann surveys a column by Ernest Lindley arguing that American generations misread the U.S. entry into World War I. Lindley shifts from isolationism to support for Allied aims after fears of German sub warfare threaten Britain, urging recognition of national interest in sustaining British sea power. Lipmann contends American policy history shows consistent strategic thinking, not mere propagandist influence.
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Ernest Lindsay
Reagan
Germany
Tharatora
Lindey
Hitler
Ahavidike
Lindley
Diacusn Roysell
Belgium
Flanders
Reallam
Channel North
Bower
Mr. Lindley
Lindsey
Renilsla
Ameren
New Republic
Pahruary
the New Republic
Wilson
Atlantic
Ameri Ce
Atlanthera
Sintala
France
Italy
Bpatr
Holland
Pan-America
Cua
Latin America
Dritieh
Lind
Jhak
America
Ukdah
Thomas Jefferson
Roglnd
Washington
Jeffeysanow
Mardison
Morrow
Lord Lothian
New York
Tulaa
Skilled labor scarce amid wage and union tensions
The article discusses doubts about maintaining current hours due to skilled labor shortages, especially in airplane manufacturing. It notes unions may limit training during downturns and fears depression mood reduces skilled workers, while some claim sufficient idle labor could emerge. Eric Adolf comment adds a critical tone. Windsor a disappointment piece questions the Duke of Windsor’s status and involvement with Britain, France, and the Riviera, noting his departure may affect public perception and foreign policy.
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Windsor
Duke of Windsor
France
Riviera
Prince of Wales
British Empire
Greatest Incentive to Strive Is Profit Motive
Ernest M. Hopkins, president of Dartmouth College, spoke at a New York recount meeting where leaders of affairs discussed current problems. He argued profit motive fuels effort and that many benefactors, including Rockefellers and Carnegies, give back to society, though locally less known.
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Rockefellers
Carnegien
Ernest M. Hopkins
Dartmouth College
New York
Conquest of France drives fall of Paris and German gains
The article notes rapid German advance turning the Battle of France into conquest, outnumbering French forces. It cites Paris under threat, half of France in German control, and calls for unexpected aid as Hitler and Mussolini press to subdue France and Britain. It mentions Weygand choosing not to defend Paris as a prudent move given likely fall.
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France
Paris
Hitler
Weygand
United States
England
Europe
Mussolini
Great Britain
Disarmament Echoes in Past and Present Defense Spending
The piece recalls a bygone era when warships were scrapped under global disarmament hopes led by Harding in Washington. It warns that restraint then produced dread, as Germany rebuilt military power after immense casualties. It contrasts past jubilation with current vast defense budgets and warns against forgetting harsh lessons.
Public Opinion on Taxation for National Defense
Editors argue in favor of a broad tax measure to fund defense, noting public willingness to bear the cost for security. The piece stresses that the tax must be efficient and temporary, with funds aimed at defense while avoiding wasteful spending on nondefense programs.
World War News and Medical Color Magic Thoughts
A Vermont reader recalls Harper’s Weekly editor George Harvey reporting news of the war with a local townsman at the post office. A medical note jokes about color photographs of bodies and a future where surgery and disease are shown in color. A fragment mentions a nomination for Walter Jahanon for Congress and a playful political tease from the World-Herald.
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George Harvey
Harper's Weekly
Vermont
Hla Mall
Heaton Gishe
Walter Jahanon
Congress Subgenta
Change in American mobility under looming national defense plan
Washington reports that wartime style controls may reshape U S life including enforcement of movement restrictions, census and fingerprinting, and travel credentials. Officials cite fears of fifth column activity and need to conserve transport while easing or limiting free movement, with widespread implications for mobility and personal liberty.
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Rinpul
Wid
United States
Washington
Corton
Tossa
W.P.A
United
Bretea
War fears fade as people dismiss global suffering
Fragmented quotes show wartime rhetoric and public attitudes as speakers downplay war’s reach. Figures including Dr Ralph W Sockman and Raymond J Kelly reflect optimism, while others criticize Mussolini, Hitler, and the hollowness of peace.
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