Was the East Star a Comet
AP Feature Service discusses possible explanations for the Star of Bethlehem during Christmas. A new comet discovered by Leland B Cunningham may appear by December end, potentially visible after sunset. Jupiter and Saturn conjunctions are also noted as a plausible explanation, with Kepler having observed a similar alignment in 7 B.C. The article cites historians on birth year debates and notes that no single star theory is certain.
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Bethlehem
United States
Leland B. Cunningham
Harvard College Observatory
William H. Barton, Jr
Hayden Planetarium
American Museum of Natural History
Saturn
Kepler
Christs
Batton
Chaldea
Donations to Miss Lula Wardlow From Various Donors
A dated list records numerous donors and amounts given to Miss Lula Wardlow and related parties. Names include Jean Gains Neil Henry Wallace Rodgers Forrest Burroughs Marshall Scott Wanda Scott Hert Scott and many others with varied contributions, suggesting a community fundraiser or memorial drive.
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Lula Wardlow
Jean Gains
Neil Henry Wallace Rodgers
Forrest Burroughs Marshall Scott
Marshall Scott
Wanda Scott
H. M. Rhodes
J. A Sevedge
Cleve Hamilton
G. Stone
H. B. Eley
N. H. Rhodes
Bert Scott
Hert Scott
Paul Westbrook
Eugene Woodall
Cash Fo
Death Dive Total meme American Farms
The number of farms in the United States has more than tripled since 1860, while the average farm size has steadily decreased. Gibraltar, the British rock, has no public debt, no trains, and no street cars.
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United States
Gibraltar
British
Rock
China Will Win War Says Visitor in China
A foreign observer details Chinese morale rising despite Japanese propaganda. He recalls dramatic theater in Chungking, leaflets created by captured Japanese, and morale-boosting speeches via public loudspeakers. He notes wounded officers vowing to return and a young girl’s belief that China will win.
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Chungking
Kunming
Kweiyang
China
Ichang
Enan T
Lushun
Thanksgiving turkey shifts from farm sideline to market demand
Home Agent Mary Claude Fletcher notes turkeys becoming standard on hotel and restaurant menus and in farm homes. Some families now raise turkeys exclusively for a longer selling season. Mr and Mrs Lee Garland of Hope Route are turkey raisers. Mr and Mrs Harold Sanford of Shower Springs raised 80 capons for local sale.
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Mary Claude Fletcher
Lee H. Garland
Hope Route
Harold Sanford
Shower Springs
Philanthropist Across Ages and Professions
A reader puzzle delivers a themed sketch of a Scottish American benefactor whose life spans philanthropy and public service. It traces hints across clues ranging from honor and charity to science and education, mentioning named eras and notable deeds in a compact historical mosaic.
How to cook turkey for menus and guests
Miss Mary E. Lougheed of the University of Arkansas College of Agriculture notes turkey is economical and popular with hotels and families. She provides tips on selecting well developed birds, proper preparation, stuffing, and roasting temperatures to ensure tender juicy meat.
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Ity
Mary E. Lougheed
University of Arkansas College of Agriculture
Miss Loughead
Miss Lough
Fireworks Program Shells and Set Devices Description
A detailed inventory lists 47 fireworks shells including 4-8 inch Electric Flash Salutes 46-8 inch Colored Stars and 29 inch Fone Break shells with four breakouts. It describes 2-9 inch Fish and Whistles, 1-12 inch Shells, 1-12 inch Searchlight parachute shells and 1-18 inch American Mag Parachute shell with a flag. Also outlines set devices for Scene One Welcome to Home Scene Two The Fiery Christmas Tree and Scene Three The American Flag with counts and dimensions.
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Hell
Weil
Fragmentary Note on Cooking Technique
A fragment mentions rendering meat by warming the pan to aid fat release. The readable text implies a basic kitchen tip about heating a pan before cooking to help render fat and improve texture. No additional context or names are present.
Greek Relief Fund Is Sought for Greece Aid
Donations are asked of Americans to aid destitute Greeks amid their battle with Italy. Checks should be made payable to the Greek Relief Fund and sent to Sed E. McMath, treasurer, at First National Bank. Donations will be acknowledged through the Strap columns.
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Sed E. McMath
Pirst National Bank
Roosevelt to Leave on Trip for Caribbean Cruise
The White House announced President Roosevelt would depart Washington on Monday for a trip with an unannounced destination. He is expected to visit Miami Florida and then undertake a defense inspection and recreational cruise into the Caribbean Sea.
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Washington
White House
Roosevelt
Miami
Hla
Caribbean Sea
NYA Opens Jobs to 16 Year Olds in Camden Area
Edwin Dean Arena Director of NYA Camden announces new regulations allowing out-of-school youths aged 16 to 24 to be assigned to NYA Work Projects. In school youths remain ineligible if they would drop out. Applications go through county welfare offices as new shop and construction projects expand in South Arkansas.
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NYA
Edwin
Dea
Arena
Camden
Dean
Arkansas
Kennedy Quits as Ambassador to Great Britain
Joseph P. Kennedy resigns as ambassador to Great Britain, saying he sent his resignation to President Roosevelt on November 6 and will not return to London. He plans a holiday before dedicating effort to keeping the United States out of war and preserving democracy.
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Washington
Joseph P. Kennelly
Great Brietain
Roosevelt
London
White House
United States
Radio Announcer Killed in Highway Wreck Near Hot Springs
Johnny Branchoi 27 year old announcer for KITHS was killed when his car failed to negotiate a curve on Highway 70 about four miles west of Hot Springs. The crash occurred in the early morning hours. Branchoi was a well known figure at the station and his death shocks local listeners.
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Hot Springs
Johnny Branchoi
KITHS
Ami Fuur
Camacho Ally on Bases Mexico and party reform
The article notes claims the United States seeks bases in Mexico and reports President Camacho reorganizing the ruling party Pram. It mentions barring active duty soldiers from party politics and a July campaign shaping his views. It also discusses lightning rods drawing discharge to protect buildings.
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United States
Mexico
Wank
Pram
Ellen Earns All State End Honor At College
Ellen, a State Teachers College freshman, earns all state end honors with standout defense and sensational offense all season. Only Bobby Ellen from the former Bobcat receives similar recognition, while Jimmy Simms of Bebent gets honorable mention.
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Bobby Ellen
Bobcat Brek
Ellen
State Teachers College
Ile
Jimmy Simms Q
PTA Council to Meet Here on December Eight
The Study Group at city hall will discuss cosmetic buying with Miss Ruth Taylor, home economics expert, presenting the second lesson. The session starts Tuesday at 3 30 p m and invites all Parent Teachers in the city of Hoy to attend.
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Conneil
Ruth Taylor
First Aid Lecture Series Across Counties Opens
W. Cc Daplin, Red Cross instructor for Howard, Sevier, Pike, Clark and Hempstead counties, will conduct a weekly school in first aid at the city hall council chamber for Ih weeks starting Thursday night December 5. Coplin, one of three men who took the course in Little Rock under Dr Ellis of St Louis, will lead sessions as classes continue in each state county for ten weeks. The free classes are open to the public and upon completion each student receives a certificate.
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Cach
Courageous Poshit Walks Gunpowder Path Demonstration
An 1854 to 1863 account notes Courageous Poshit publicly displayed bravery by strolling atop a mile long and foot thick gunpowder with a lit pipe. A tiny newspaper is issued every Thursday from an island off the east coast, single sheet 16 by 9 inches, printed on one side.
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Poshit
Egypt
Thursday Island
Auistenlin
Group Committees Approve China Loan
United States Senate committees unanimously approved a $100 million loan to the Chinese government. The agreement aims to bolster aid and stability as part of wartime cooperation, with the measure moving toward final approval.
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China
Washington
Moonhers
Senate
United States
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