National Whirligig News Behind the News
The article discusses tensions of wartime supply and blockade pressure on Germany, German use of labor, and U S tariff policy shifts. It notes administration efforts to loosen tariffs for defense and rearmament needs, while warning of potential repercussions for domestic industries. It highlights farm support for aiding Britain yet opposition to entering war, amid shifting economic goals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Britain
England
Claude Wickard
United States
Digestive Health Tonics and War News
An ad touts S.S.S. Tonic promising restored digestion and red-blood vitality to boost energy and appearance, claiming quicker results because it is a liquid. The page also reports on state insurance shifts, U S and British wartime social programs, and labor and education updates amid global conflict.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S.S.S. Tonle
S.S.S
S.S.S. Co
Connecticut
Massachusetts
New York
Hartford
Bay State
Empire State
Robert A. Hurley
New Jersey
Pennsylvania
Savings
Great Britain
Ministry of Health
Red Cross
Food Ministry
Board of Health
England
Wales
Curiosities and Q and A from a 1903 page
A compact miscellany piece containing a geography trivia answer list from 1903 asking which country moved on a map to North America, the insect with a full-length heart, the definition of a Barmecide feast, origin of the passion flower name, and an opera reference. It also includes a Q and A section on wedding ushers, a daughter-in-law question, and hotel stationery etiquette.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South America
North American
How to revive wilted parsley and remove berries
Answering a reader query, wilted parsley can be revived by soaking in ice water for one hour, then drying and storing in a glass jar covered with a thin cloth in the refrigerator. The method restores crispness. If seeking tips on removing berries, provide the context or crop for tailored guidance.
Household Tips and Smuggling Scan
A reader offers stain removal and brush stiffening methods using cornmeal vinegar and hot water with baking soda. Separately, customs authorities halted an attempted import from Eire into Northern Ireland involving 5000 pairs of laces 1000 powder puffs 2000 combs and 100 bottles of perfume.
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Eire
Northern Ireland
Lessons in English Words Often Misused
A compact reading lists common usage errors and pronunciation notes. It covers congregate versus congregated, long evity, and misspellings like dececase for disease. The feature emphasizes daily vocabulary growth and includes a quote about aspiration and a reminder to master one word daily.
Old Etiquette Hint on Knife Etiquette from 1830
The 1830 publication Art of Good Behavior advises that guests should avoid placing a knife in the mouth if possible. Should it occur, the edge should be turned outward, reflecting period etiquette and caution in social dining practices.
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Jer
Reich
Germany
Mexico
Cordell Hall
Senate
Reynolds
Senate Military Affairs Committee
Senate Appropriations Committee
North Carolina
Bob
Congress
S .S
Departments of State and Justice
Hull
Jackson
Hitler
Allurope
Messrs
State Department
Washington
Ffull
Laurence Steinhardt
S. Burton Heath
U. S
Edinburgh
George Bernard Shaw
G. Kk. Chesterton
Shaw
George
Examiner
Charles
Togs
Ding Kwa Kwa
Panama
Carmen
By Roberta Lee
Lowell
Wagger's
Wagger Jewelry CO
Elwood Hotel
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