Finland Entanglement Push Forces U S Isolation Break
An official notice to Finland warns of forfeiting friendly ties unless it withdraws troops from Russia and ends cooperation with Germany in the Soviet attack. The piece argues isolationism has failed and that Finland’s aims place the United States in the line of fire through allied action and policy shifts. It discusses reaction to Hull’s stance and Congress’s Neutrality Act debate, then shifts to John Folger’s nomination and Dr Ralph Mac Donald’s withdrawal from contest for Congress.
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Finland
United States
Russia
Germany
Soviet
Hull
Folger
John Folger
Surry
Lon Folger
Congress
Ralph MacDonald
McDonald
North Carolina
One Way To Cut The Citys Debt
City manager urges refunding bonds at lower interest as High Point’s previous debt burden pressured distress. Callable bonds enable rapid replacement with new issues around three percent, improving fiscal health amid gilt-edged market conditions. Folger McDonald dispute referenced regarding political motives and future candidacy implications.
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High Point
Water Works and Sewage Convention Opens in NC
Delegates from the North Carolina section of the American Water Works Association and the North Carolina Sewage Works Association are welcomed by city officials and employees. Technical papers cover water treatment piping and sewage disposal. The public rests on the science of these men as failures threaten health and comfort.
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North Carolina
American Water Works Association
North Carolina Sewage Works Association
Tar Heels Rushing Into Naval Service
North Carolinians formed part of the crew of the recently sunk American destroyer, illustrating the state as a strong Navy recruiting ground. A new high monthly record of naval enlistments in the Carolinas was noted, following Navy advertising aimed at young men.
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Carolinas
Navy
Disorderly in Our National Policy Debate
A excerpt questions whether U S policy harms or helps by fighting Hitler without war declaration. It notes violent opposition, Lindbergh speeches, attacks on a British ambassador, and strikes in defense industries as ongoing manifestations during the United States anomalous official position.
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Lindbergh
Disagreement Persists Before Unity for Victory
The remark notes that dissent will end only when a firm decision is made, after which true unity of action can emerge as the key to victory. It emphasizes the link between decisive resolve and coordinated effort.
Power of a Simple Thank You in Prison Barber Moment
An officer at a federal penitentiary recounts a Spanish speaking inmate barber who struggled with English. By thanking him for the haircut the officer earned better service, improved mood among inmates and staff, and gained a new perspective on influence. The story highlights humility and gratitude as practical influence tools.
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Barebershop
Tensorial Butchers
China
Grassio
England
Brevities in 1941 political and wartime notes
A collection of brief opinions and observations from 1941 covering military fatigue jokes, Joe Louis medicals, urban false alarms, OPM auto brightwork ban, citizen participation in democracy, Willkie’s isolationism stance, women factory pay, utility politics, and various political figures including C C La Forgee, John L Lewis, and Congressman EL Cos Georgia Democrat.
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John L. Lewis
Washington
EL EL Cos
Georgia
Walter Winchell sAN About Town
Walter Winchell gossip column notes socialites and celebrities. Celebrities named include Sandra Rambeau, Colonel Hermann Bongard, Ambassador Joseph Kennedy, Edmond Taylor, Courtney Burr, Dana Suess, Jolson, Ruby, Peter Arno, Dick Krakauer, Doris Duke, James Robb, Lorraine De Wood, Axel Wenner-Gren, and Lindbergh affiliates. The piece touches on marriages, political leanings, legal matters, and society parties, with a broad cast of New York figures and international intrigue.
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San
Sandra Rambeau
Colyum
Paris
Hermann Bongard
Herbert Marshalls
Joseph P. Kennedy
Edmond
Taylor
Tor Cbs
Courtney Burr
Dana Suess
Windsors
Cuffe
Jolson
Ruby
Santa Anita
Monte Carlo
Peter Arno
Dick Krakauer
Doris Duke
James William Robb
Panama
Lorraine de Wood
T. Sprague
Mr. Sprague
Axel Wenner-Gren
Goering
Broadway gossip and Society notes collage from New York papers
A jumbled column reviews Broadway rumors and public reactions including cheap stockings sold as allegedly stolen goods, Windsor’s Manhattan trip notes for England, premiere controversies at the Pierre, names of stars and shows, marriages, reconciliations, and industry chatter. It mentions New York venues, actors, agents, and press figures amid a flurry of sensational shorthand.
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Nylon du Pont
Windsor
Manhattan
England
North Carolina M P Conference elects new president
In the afternoon session of the NC M P Conference in this city, the body elected its president to succeed himself. East Green Street will be widened north of the new post office. UNC exec secretary R B House to address inter city Rotary meet at the country club tomorrow evening. Numerous local people noted in About People and News Briefs with visits, travels, and events.
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W. Taylor
North Carolina M. P
East Green Street
R. B. House
University of North Carolina
Country Club
Hastings Migrations Studied by National Defense Panel
Washington reports on the John Tolan congressional committee’s Hastings investigation as a test case for defense migration effects. Hastings Nebraska, with 21 churches and 29 manufacturers, sees labor shifting to defense plants inland and coasts, while local unemployment falls and education and industry adjust.
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West
Washington
United States
California
John Tolan
Hastings
Nebb
Congressional
Carl T. Curtis
Minden
Neb
Curtis
Tolan Committee
America
Defense Impact
Meccas
Wichita
Dallas
Tulsa
Kansas City
Lkek
Martin
Omaha
Robert K. Lamb
Progressive Bennington College
Vermont
Hastings College
Tomes Defense
Nebraska
Florida
Washington State
Notable quotes and civic notes from early reports
A collection of dated remarks and statements: Count Sforza on propaganda and repetition, Gertrude Atherton marking her 84th birthday, Taft on Armistice Day prayers, and Congress seeking 10 million dollars for dry laws enforcement. Also two applications for free permits to manufacture beer for medicinal use approved by Commissioner Mayas.
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Gertrude Atherton
Congress
Heer
Mayas
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Rosemary Lane
Hollywood
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Rosemary
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Wm. A. McCreery
Carol Moore
Minsch, Monell & Co
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Loew
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Ziegfeld
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C. M. Hauser
E. S. Hutchinson
Winston-Salem
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Tillie
Nashville, Tenn
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Cincinnati Conservatory of Music
League of Nations
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Cincinnati
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the Elks
Elks
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C. B. Hayworth
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Carrick Avenue
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Forrest Murray
Ed Kirkman
Movison
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Mussolini
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Robert A. Taft
Ohio
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