Russo Japanese pact described as neutral amid shifting war aims
DeWitt MacKenzie explains that the Russo Japanese neutrality pact affects both sides without changing their declared positions with Allies or Axis. The pact could aid Japan if war with the United States or Britain begins in the Far East, while giving Russia room to push back against Germany. Moscow’s stance remains neutral but wary of Nazi moves into the Near East and Ukraine.
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Reactions Confront Strategy in War News
The piece notes experts consider convoy duty in the Atlantic could trigger Japan to redeploy troops from China to the south, impacting Chinese morale and the China-Russia aid dynamic. Singapore radio says the Soviet Japanese neutrality pact may not affect Southeast Asia immediately and Russia could still supply Chiang Kai-shek’s forces.
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Bee Discovers Fainting Girl Is Expecting Baby at Huntington's
Beatrice Be and Anthony discuss a bold plan to boost sales at Budget Fashions by coordinating ensembles. The idea ties hats belts and accessories to dresses for a seamless display, aiming to double or triple accessory sales while educating customers through visual demonstrations. Bee bets on ready-made outfits and coordinated stock, urging samples and practical tests before presenting to management.
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Mike Ryan
Huntingston’s
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Beatrice
Dane
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Huntington's
Bruce Sheldrake
Japanese Soviet neutrality pact reshapes Pacific outlook
Ta Kung Pao in Chungking calls the Tokyo Moscow accord an inevitable step, framing it as Soviet appeasement of Japan and warning that British officials in Singapore will reassess the balance of power. Yomiuri argues the pact weakens U S Pacific activities, while Asahi calls it a non aggression pact strengthening the axis alliance.
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Axis Triumph as Pact Boosts Axis Unity
April 14 Rome reports Italian political circles hail the Russian Japanese neutrality pact as a diplomatic triumph for the Axis, uniting Germany Italy and Japan in a broader strategic alignment.
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Soviet Japanese pact seen as signal to Japan
In Vichy on April 14 diplomats saw the Soviet Russian Japanese neutrality pact as a green light for Japan to strike the Netherlands East Indies and possibly Singapore, signaling a broader shift in Middle East and Southeast Asia strategy.
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Chicago Produce Market Report With Prices Given
Chicago April 14 butter receipts 89 079 easy creamery 92 31 94 90 31% 31 90 centralized carrots 31% eggs receipts 42 986 fresh graded extra firsts local 2142 cars 21% first local 214% cars 212 current receipts 20% dirties 18 checks 1814 storage packed extras 2234 firsts 22
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Prison escapeers gunfight endangers Ossining officer
Dredged tunnel escape at Sing Sing leads to a running gun battle that costs the life of McGovern Miller, a 35 year old convict in infirmary for heart disease. Riordan Waters and McGale, who feigned illness to gain entry, aided the escape and attempted to assist the fugitives. Police and guards pursued the escaped inmates John Hartyde and James Fagan as the incident unfolded.
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Smuggling Ring Riots and Jail Breaks Across Regions
Riordan Waters and RicGale, NYC criminals from a “shopping bag” gang, face long sentences for armed robbery. They killed guard W Hartyde at Sing Sing then fled through tunnels to a siding, sparking a fatal gun battle with Patrolman Fagan. In Europe, fascist advances and a new Soviet Japan pact shift world war dynamics.
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Axis forces push into Libya near Bardia and Tobruk
German Italian units crossed into Libya after Bardia capture while Tobruk resists. British observers predicted a possible fallback to Matruh as Axis lines widen. Fort Capuzzo fell near the frontier, with Leypt and Greek theater actions reported as Italy presses eastern Albania advances.
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Axis report on North American aid to Britain
The Axis powers await the new form of aid to Britain and will respond under international law and a counter blockading of British convoys, as quoted in the article.
Rainy day photography ideas from the snapshot guild
Rainy weather offers new picture opportunities for urban scenes and people in umbrellas. Capture reflections on wet streets, window details, puddles, and indoor daylight shots through rain-spattered windows. Use high speed film and photo lights to brighten shadows and seize genuine rainy day moods.
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London warns on Balkan and Africa war spillover
Atlantic editors reject the notion that Balkan and African conflicts won’t affect the war. The Evening Standard, owned by Lord Beaverbrook, warns that German tanks near Egypt could threaten Britain. Bardia’s loss is not fatal but ports must be protected. a German landing of two mechanized divisions and 800 tanks on the island is feared.
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Foxes Climb Trees But Fall to Dogs, Says Study
Gray foxes readily climb trees though not expert. Many are run down by dogs without attempting to save themselves, according to observation.
1938 Samoa Law Shields Residents From Cocoa Nut Damages
A colonial era law in Samoa declares that any injury from a falling cocoa nut is the victim's own fault and bars lawsuits for damages. The statute assigns responsibility to individuals rather than insurers or the state.
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West Point Cadets Pay Deposits for Uniforms
West Point cadets must post an initial deposit of 8300 to cover uniform costs. After completing a commission they receive annual pay of 780 dollars, 80 cents per day for rations, and 5 cents per mile for necessary travel.
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Helpful Hint for Installing a Cylinder Head Gasket
The guide advises soaking a new cylinder head gasket in water for a few minutes before installation. This softens the gasket to allow better compression when the head is tightened onto the engine block.
Local Weather and Epidemic Definition Snippet
Weather report notes cloudy warm conditions in the southeast with variable winds from Hatteras to Jacksonville and fresh west or southwest winds from Block Island to Hatteras. The text also defines epidemic pan demic and endemic, describing disease spread concepts.
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Georgia
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Jacksonville
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State and federal revenue mix in early 20th century
Census figures show for every dollar of internal revenue collected by the Federal Government in 1940 state governments gathered 86 cents. In 1919 state collections were 12 cents per dollar of federal taxes. Property taxes, once dominant, now account for six percent of state revenues.
Sales Tax Share Tops State Revenues in 1940
Census Bureau figures show sales taxes, once rare, accounted for about 40 percent of all state tax revenues in 1940, reflecting a major shift in fiscal policy and funding sources.
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Census Bureau
U S corn picker production reaches near twelve thousand in 1940
Census figures show nearly 12,000 mechanical corn pickers were manufactured in the United States during 1940, reflecting strong agricultural manufacturing activity. The data highlights the scale of equipment output supporting grain harvests across the country, with production concentrated in major farming states.
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U. S
Major U S women's colleges ranked by size
Hunter College in New York City Texas State College for Women and Woman's College of the University of North Carolina are identified as the three largest women's colleges in the United States in order.
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Hunter Colege
New York City
Texas State College For Women
Woman's College of the University of North Carolina
United States
Meteorite crashes into car in Cartinville Tilt garage
On September 29, 1938 a four pound meteorite struck a garage in Cartinville Tilt and crashed through the roof into an automobile. Local observers report the stone caused minor damage and drew attention from residents.
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Tilt
Designing the First Double Barrel Shotgun in 1616
Roman designer Guilliano Bossi is credited with creating the earliest successful double barreled shotgun in 1616. His design stacked barrels vertically rather than side by side, marking a key development in early firearm engineering.
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Guilliano Bossi
Heated to order on St. Helen's Island tea in public kitchens
On St Helen's Island in the St Lawrence river at Montreal pic nickers collect boiling hot water from scattered park kitchens to make tea gratis.
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St. Lawrence River
Montreal
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