The United States in a World of Growing Strain
A commentary argues America faces costly choices in global leadership. It cites Quezon in the Philippines, Chinese warnings to Washington, and dissension in Britain as signs of growing friction. The piece warns isolationism is over and U.S. policy may soon enter a decisive, warlike phase.
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Uncle Sam
Americas
Philippines
Quezon
China
Washington
Warm Springs
Wicks
Hitler
United States
The Salvation Army Plans for the Future
The piece notes a shift from stern Salvation Army imagery to a happier, music loving workforce. It recalls William Booth founding the group to save souls and describes its broad global spread over 29 years since his death. The article portrays workers as cheerful, socially engaged, and focused on helping the underprivileged.
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William Booth
Salvation Army
England
Salvation Army Citadel Band Concert in High Point
The Salvation Army citadel in High Point reflects ongoing work as supporters see their gifts as investments in happier living. The citadel shop produces items, supports a swimming pool, and a brass band that has won honors elsewhere. Major Vernon Carter announces a band concert at the Junior High Auditorium on Monday, December 15.
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Salvation Army
High Point
Citadel
Vernon Carter
Gallup Poll Shows U.S. Grow More Religious Since War
Gallup poll indicates rising interest in religious life, especially in population centers. Thomasville hosts a striking religious meeting series led by Rev. Dr. E Stanley Jones with an ex governor and the current governor assisting, drawing large attendance amid a climate of spiritual seeking.
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Gallup
Thomasville
Thommasville
E. Stanley Jones
Hoey
Overnor Broughton
Great Debtors in Serious Times
Mark Twain quipped at a London dinner that Homer Shakespeare are dead and I am not feeling well. The Raleigh Times notes Jefferson’s letter to a creditor and hints he might have publicized his Louisiana Purchase differently. Washington Jefferson and Webster spent freely while wives managed households, leaving men to finance matters. In today’s crisis the government dictates spending while individual choices affect national defense.
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Mark Twain
London
Homer
Shakespeare
George Washington
Thomas Jefferson
Raleigh Times
Thomas ‘Jefferson
the Times
Jefferson
Louisiana Purchase
White House
Washington
Webster
Defense bonds and stamps urged to aid thrift at home
The article argues that current times demand thrift in households not accustomed to it and urges purchase of defense bonds and stamps as a means to help. It emphasizes the potential to support national effort and foster economic discipline among families.
Detroit's Number One Salesman Shows Courage to Call
Edward S. Evans, once facing death and fear, overcame doubt to sell loading blocks and rise to president. His block improved freight cars, saving nearly a million dollars for railroads and auto firms. Evans earned wealth and renown as a top salesman in Detroit. Readers imitate the column as a success guide.
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Edward S. Evans
Detroit
Carolina Oddities From North Carolina Highlights Local Oddities
A quirky North Carolina sampler notes Hatteras Island lacking a doctor for 2,500 residents and Winston-Salem boasting typhonated post offices with Dover-Foxcroft. Debutantes fill Raleigh’s 21st annual ball while Tryon claims the world’s smallest daily paper.
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Winston-Salem
United States
Dover-Foxcroft
Maine
North Carolina
Raleigh
Walter Winchell notes of an innocent bystander
The First Nights blaze two premieres in New York and Baltimore contrasts with falling Broadway fortunes. Sophie Treadwell’s Hope for a Harvest draws praise from stars but yields little drama. The Day of Our Youth at the New School probes collegiate anxieties while The King’s Maid falters in reception. News and reviews touch on Burlesque, radio, and Hollywood gossip with sharp, brisk commentary from the era.
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Villidge
Theatre Guild
Sophie Treadwell
Fredric March
Florence Eldridge
Alan Reed
J. Brooks Atkinson
New School For Social Research
Baltimore
Dogtown
Reader's Digest
Broadways Mahon Notre Dame Professor in Flying and Popular Aviation
A montage of cultural notes quotes Jim Young on Broadway Mahon Notre Dame professor and a scan of aviation writing. Claire Wallace Flynn contributes The Feminine Touch with a caustic apostrophe on a woman who stays home. Also includes remarks on Mr Woollcott and Knickerbocker over politics and Lindbergh.
Local News Roundup Shows Mixed Weekend News
Heavy fog blanketed the area on Sunday night as two highway crashes caused painful yet non fatal injuries. A new gymnasium will open tonight atop the Cox Building in the Main and West Washington Streets block, operated by Leonard and Younts for that clothing firm. In other notes Parker Waynick and Tom Gold spent the weekend in Yadkinville while Dr. James Mennally returned from Philadelphia. Mrs. J W Daniels of Richmond, Virginia, visited her sister Mrs. Louise Platt and has returned home. Mrs. Silas McBee and her young daughter Helen spent Thanksgiving with Mr and Mrs. C F Meroney in Mocksville. Bertrand H. Snell has been elected speaker of the House replacing Nicholas Longworth. Mahatma Gandhi plans to sail for India after talks with British leaders in London on autonomy, and peace negotiations in Manchuria appear likely.
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Leonard and Younts
Cox Building
Main
West Washington Streets
Parker Waynick
Tom Gold
Yadkinville
James Mennally
Philadelphia
J. W. Daniels
Richmond
Louise Platt
Silas McBee
Helen
Ice Plant Excavation Near Perry Street Progressing
Twenty years ago a local note reports W A Davis leading a crew widening excavation near Perry Street for his ice plant with work expected to advance in the coming days. Also mentions a Father Sons banque held at the new Presbyterian Hut, High Point Boy Scouts Council. updates on local residents, a Confederate veteran's funeral, Kiwanis honors, state legislature talk, and Washington intelligence blurbs.
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W. A. Davis
Perry Street
New Presbyterian Hut
High Point
Colgate Juniors Study Washington Bureaus
Ten Colgate University juniors spend a semester in Washington under Dr. Paul S. Jacobsen studying public administration and political control. They tour agencies, attend Congress sessions, meet leaders, and draft reports while focusing this year on defense and foreign policy alongside a series of official briefings and a Roosevelt tea.
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Washington
Colgate University
Hamilton
Wheel of Congress
Paul S. Jacobsen
Jacobsen
Securities and Exchange Commission
Food and Drug Administration
Civil Service Commission
Interstate Commerce Commission
Cstoms Bureau
Treasury Department
Senate
House
Congress
Sclon
Roosevelt
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Pudleper
Ib Terry
Arawley
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Mgr
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Carrier Isigh Point
Gotothar
Audit Bureau OF Circulation
Mark
Holmes
THE
Robert Graves
Dale Carnegie
Carolina Oddities
Carolina
Hatteras Island
America
Hall of History
Asheboro
Hatileras Point
Atlantic Ocean
Thanksgiving Community
Johnston County
Platyura Fultoni
Clyde Shepherd
Wilkesboro
Holly Ridge
Camp Davis
Tryon
Cherry Point
Marine Air Base
Walter Winchell
Burleycue
Abbott and Costello
Laught
Barbara Staniwyck
Henry Fonda
George Sanders
James Powers
Flollywood
Jimmy Gleason
Ciggie
Dodgers
Rose Marie Lombardo
Henry Morgan
Frank Fay
West Coast Downs
California
Civilization
Rubinoff
Cantor
Hollywood
Dee
S. Spewack
Britain
Life Magazine
Life
Texas
Low Life
Liberty
Francis E. Mc
Broadway
Woollcott
Europe
Old Country
Averell
H. R. Knickerbocker
Reynal Hitchcock
Knick
FDR
Bob Cronin
Jerry Lester
Olin Miller
Lindbergh
Wheeler, Nye
Marcelene Cox
Faith Bald
Dwight L. Moody
Alan Devoe
Ruth Shain
Atout
Bertrand Hh, Snell
R-Ny
Flouse
Nicholas Longworth
Ohio
Manhatma Gandhi
India
Manchuria
R. Stuart
St. Leo's Hospital
Greensboro
J. N. Matthews
John Carroll
Smith Street
Charles P. Coble
S.C. Clark
Kiwanis Club
HL. P
Paul Butin
Grove Patterson
Toledo Blade
Germany
Russia
Red Army
German Reichswehr
Lady Halifax
U. S
William W. Dawson
Western Reserve University
George Bernard Shaw
Shaw Society
Peter Edson
Colgate
Government First Land
Milton Bronner
NEA
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