Defining a defendable Line of Defense for the Navy
The piece debates the United States Navy's Line of Defense from the Aleutians to the Maine coast and questions extending it through South America. It urges moving from rhetoric to practical, defendable boundaries, considering actual capabilities, alliances, and geographic realities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Navy
Defense
State Department
Yangtze
China
William D. Leathy
Naval Operations
Aleutian Islands
Alaska
Hawaii
Samoa
Panama Canal
Virgin Islands
Maine
United States
Americas
South America
Great Britain
Oracle in Ancient Syrian Home Revealed by British Museum
British Museum scientists excavating ruins from 23800 B C in Northern Syria uncovered a private dwelling near a palace and found an oracle with a speaking tube. The piece mocks modern skepticism toward myth and future discoveries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ebinking
British Museum
Syria
Mt. Olympus
The Family Doctor: Clothing and Warmth Through Ages
The article explains how clothing affects body warmth in the young and elderly, advising against overbundling indoors and stressing sun exposure, indoor outdoor wear balance, and the impact of new materials. It warns against tight garments and accessories that restrict breathing or circulation, and notes evolution from leaves to cotton and wool.
Fleeter of China Strong Man: Book Review by Bruce Catton
A Book a Day reviews Robert Berkay’s Strong Man of China, noting Berkay, United Press chief in Shanghai, writes under shell fire about Chiang Kai-shek. The book chronicles the modern Chinese crisis in lucid journalism though not richly literary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Berkay
China
Houghton , Mifflin
Berkay
Shanghai
United Press Associations
Asia
Chiang Kai-Shek
Europe
Mr. Berkov
Far East
Chiank Kai-shek
Strong Man of the East and global impact
The biography centers on Chiang Kai shek and his territory tied to Asia and world affairs. It argues his decisions may transform lives across distant nations and influence Western responses in coming days. The work is praised as definitive and among the best explanations of current events beyond the Pacific.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chiang Kai Shek
Asia
The
Pacific
Raising A Family No 14 Custom and habit shaping children
The article discusses how regular routines create conditioning and discipline in families. It notes that baby and child habits form through consistent bedtimes and schooling times, with children yielding to familiar routines even if they fuss briefly. It urges clear home rules and right laws to guide behavior.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eulor
Witter
Agi
Aoiuld
Hurdes House
Childeen
Jax House
For Love of Folly By Rachel Mack in La For Love of Folly
Polly Chelsey plans escape from war torn England after being deserted by Jerry Whitfield. She navigates Dover, a wary English public, and a smuggler contact while longing for home. Trepid Chelsey, a retired skipper, faces worry as Polly contends with Dart family ties and possible exile in Landon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rachel Mack
Olly Chelsey
Dover
Polly Chelsey
England
Oliver Dart
Jerry
Esd
Lyme
Cann
Pell
Chelsey
Howdy, Trepid
Trepid Chelsey
Intrepid
Awell
London
Gly Polly
Tim Chelsey
New Flaven
Patty
Dart
Landon
Beard enters race for Sheriff and Tax Collector role
The Stir announces Hempstead county Democratic primary candidates for September 9, 1938. Reginald Bearden seeks Sheriff and Collector, urging discipline, order, and household rules as foundational values. The notice blends political bid with civic guidance on conduct, fairness, and youth upbringing amid a streaming of disjointed text.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stir
Hempstead County
Reginald Bearden
First Ring Fatality in 1942 Ring Loss Story
New York reports the first recognized American ring fatality in 1942 after a 120 round welterweight bout between Tom McCay and Englishman Chris Lally. The article notes initial attraction, a kiss, then tension as the fight unfolded and tragedy followed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Tom McCay
Chris Lally
Fragmented Notes on Industry Jitters and Animation Prospects
A muttered survey of film and animation industry tensions. Mentions prediction stamps and employment jitters amid high and low finance, critics, and a Walt Disney reference as a looming figure. Notes substitutions in animation after limited releases and quotes from figures about focus and perception.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tluyers Neaf Hem
Charming Morning Frock Pattern in Neat Shirtwaist Style
Sewing notice describes Pattern BLS designed for sizes 82 to 50 with a simple shirtwaist frock. It highlights a shoulder yoke bodice, slim skirt, and quick sewing with step by step instructions and diagrams. The Winter Pattern Book offers 32 pages of designs, pattern prices listed, and requests 15 cents coin with name and address for order.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carol Day
Pattern Bureau
U3 Lithr
Ling PL
Brooklyn
Hollywood Gossip Sparks Fractured Film Memoir Night
Fragmented prose mocks public taste and star power as critics dissect careers and flirt with nostalgia. Names like Gary Cooper, Marlene Dietrich, and Ginger Rogers appear amid chatter about roles, dresses, and industry hype. The piece portrays a chaotic showbiz scene with unsigned opinions and candid, witty jabs.
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Oracles
Morxmis Fishbein
Journal of the American Medical Association
Typela
Mealth Magazine
Bruce Catton
Fletere
Senate
Berkov
Chaiacteris Pouly
Hve
Hes Vanker
EL Nanka
Chee
Auiitern
Cabell Banks
Pita
Jerry Whitfield
Polly
Pally
France
John Bull
Shy
Gallantes
Apgoin
Ton
Mie
Bin
Flapper
Sylvia
NEA Service
Bill
Paul Narrisarison
Neliyw
Hollywood
Walt Disney
Frinnel Goldwyny
Michael Carty
Ian
Gary Cooper
Watney Ghar
Charlie Chin
Hollywoods
Olan
Innessins
Siyedith-Rossini
Chin
Keyeeke
Ceritin Xen
Mly Les Viniel
Fanny
Marlene Ditterel
Comiinee
Bennet
Beyliek Ik
Poe
Romancve
Rosating
Pather Tety
Ayres
Dahany Weissniles
Danet
Gaynerfyrone Powell
Melvyn Dauglas
Joan Blomlell
Warnan
Holt
Qaugtas
Ina Hans
Edad
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