Nazi propaganda boomerang and secret maps in WWII debate
The piece discusses Hitler's propaganda as a potential undoing if democracies had taken it seriously, noting Chamberlain's failures and Hitler's tactical flaws. It recalls Roosevelt’s mention of a secret map tied to Nazism’s continental plans and a 1917 German-Mexican message, warning Germany was meddling with dangerous forces.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hitler
Chamberlain
Munich
Germany
Roosevelt
South
United States
England
Greensboro News editor Earl Godbey eulogy and state orphanage appeal
A Greensboro News tribute to late editor Earl Godbey leads into reflections on English humor and North Carolina orphanages. Gastonia Gazette urges generous year end gifts to Barnum Springs Thomasville Children's Home Oxford Clayton and other state homes, while the Durham Herald questions Hitler’s Nazi reprieve of 100 French hostages as a perceived softening gesture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Greensboro News
Earl Godbey
E. B. Jeffress
Greensboro
North Carolina
Gastonia Gazette
Barnum Springs
Thomasville
Oxford
Clayton
Durham Herald
Adolf Hitler
Psychology in action by Keene auctioneer James Hall
A Keene New Hampshire auctioneer James Hall uses visual selling to appeal to the see in buyers. He demonstrates by wearing a tippet and recounting school memories to boost sale interest. The piece cites Edwin H Land and Polaroid demos to illustrate how seeing can seal deals. It ends with multiple brief notes on success, a scrap-book idea, and a few lines about Red Cross and typewriters in Egypt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Keene
New Hampshire
Jamies Hall
James Hall
Edwin H. Land
Optical
Remembering Earl Godbey and wartime clarity in writing
A reminiscence on Earl Godbey, praising his honesty and precise reporting during World War I. The piece notes his commitment to factual, clear commentary on President Wilson’s messages and the issues at stake. Includes reflections on memory and journalistic integrity. Also mentions a dollop of wartime musings and a light aside about cold germs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gadbey
Wilson
Godbey
Earl Godbey
W.A.B
High Point concert to aid Britain by HMS Formidable band
High Point Bun dles for Britain chapter promotes a Sunday concert by a crack British Marine band from HMS Formidable now repairing in Norfolk. Tickets are on sale to support Britain’s hardships and offer a painless way for residents to contribute. The Enterprise urges local support for the worthy cause.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Great Britain
High Point Chapter
Bundles For
Britain
H.M.S. Formidable
Norfolk
Walter Winchell New York Heartbeat Parade of Tonight’s Celebrities
A bustling round up of Broadway and Hollywood sightings at venues like the Riviera, Rainbow Room, Barrymore Theater, and Roosevelt. Profiles include C Aubrey Smith Rita Hayworth Andrea Leeds Swifty Morgan and Margaret Sullavan with notes on their latest projects and nightlife chatter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
C. Aubrey Smith
Rita Hayworth
Herbert Marshall
Arthur Treacher
The
Riviera
Bob Howards
Hollywood
Andrea Leeds
South America
Rainbow Room
Louis Bromfield
Fefe's
Eddy Duchin
Waldorf
Rosemary Lane
Barrymore Theater
Priscilla
Andrews Sisters
Wendy Barrie
Grilly
Swifty Morgan
Broadway Nights and Nightlife Gossip Mix in Town Venues
A string of Vanity Fair style notes from Broadway rooms and lounges highlights new books by Pierre Van Paassen and That Day Alone, flits through Night Life spots like The Stork and Cafe Madison, and reports on showbiz chatter, wage bets for railroad workers, and social buzz about Lana Turner, Diana Barrymore, and a pneumonia scare for Maitre Charles Lucas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert M. Hutchins
Univ. of Chicago
Lana Turner
Duke
Paul Flato
Wally
FPA
the Tribune
D ‘Ighbor
Charles Lucas
Cocoanut Grove
Park Central
Joe Moss
Jtem
Margaret
McCarthy
Cruelty for Charity in Rodeo and Bullfighting Alike
The piece notes U S bans bullfighting yet roping and bucking acts in rodeos remain common under the charity banner. It cites a Midwest state fair officer stopping calf dragging and instructing riders to cover spurs, yet rodeos persist with injured animals and public curiosity about humane treatment. It contrasts animal cruelty in rodeos with broader bans, urging scrutiny of charitable sport.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christian Science Monitor
United States
Middle West
Faw
Let It Sink Says London Weather Joke Amid Rain
London chronicles damp weather as Australian soldiers after weeks of rain note the barrage balloons overhead and quip about cutting them loose and letting the city sink. An American tourist recalls a prior road trip anecdote observed during travel years ago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
European village displays German efficiency in military show
An American observer notes German efficiency during a European military display in a village. A truck axle breaks and a quick-acting worker returns with a replacement axle, illustrating a ready stock of parts. The observer remarks on the reliability of democratic systems, as Rear Admiral Harvey G. Bowen warns against underestimating them.
Relief plans for little business paraded
Peter Edson reports on five recommendations drafted by Floyd B. Od lum for the Defense Contract Service of the Office of Price Administration. The proposals aim to ease small firms through defense conversion, outlining categories for under 20 employees, prioritization of big defense plants, an emergency raw material pool, financing options with loan guarantees, and early contract advances. Od lum expects Defense Contract Service to expand nationwide, with staff growing from 400 to about 4000 within months, despite limited initial funding.
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Peter Edson
Washington
Defense Contract Service
OPM
Floyd B. Odlum
Odlum
Missouri
Harry S.truman
Truman Committee
Truman
Army
Navy
Armed Services
Odlar
Defense Organization
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Terry
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Batie Delly and
Sundsy
Henry Mish Point
Associated Press
Uss
Alwa
Burzad
Congresa
John Sude
Lexington Ave
Swedenborg
Edwin Murrow
Dale Carnegie
Dad
Red Cross
Egypt
Secretary of State
Cordell Hull
Ald
Dolly
Wilmington Star
Russia
Thomasville Tribune
Hea Eeeei
Walter Winchell
Margaret Sullavan
Charles Boyer
Boyer
Club
Jack White
Gwan
Vince Curran
Goodyear
Broadway
Pat Peardon
Moss Hart
Broadway Rose
Sam Ward
Burns and Allen
Gracie
Chico Marx
Dave Mallon
Mr. Cohan
Horseshoe
Maude Paley
Dixie Dunbar
Frances Mercer
Carlos Jelonna
al Bernie
Roxy
M. Jacobs
Joe Louis
Navy Relief
Joe Frisco
Frank Fay
Havana-Madrid
Chitford Odets
Lindy’s
John Kirby
Victor
Kirbys
Vaughn Monroe
Commodore Hotel
John Ford
Zanuck
Mr. Printer
Ella Fitzgerald
Becca
B. Dougal
NBC
Nora Morale
Matty Malneck
the Rainbow
Pierre van Paassen
Dave
Madison
48Th Street
Lindbergh
la Martinique
Versailles
45Th
6Th
5Th Avenue
Macy's Employe
Sud
Harvey G. Bowen
John Cudahy
U. S
Belgium
Sueyoshi Iwamoto
Pittsburgh
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