Illusions About the Next War and Gas Warfare
A Soviet official foresees widespread use of poison gas in future conflicts. He argues Fascist nations violated the 1925 gas convention, justifying chemical troops, and predicts gas will be deployed behind fronts and in cities. He emphasizes propaganda and aerial bombing as factors in a modern war where gas and fear shape outcomes.
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China
Russia
War Elementi 5
Voroshilov
Red Army
Inch Precision Split Tolerable Difference Becomes Exact Metric
The U S Bureau of Standards will adjust the inch to 25.4 millimeters to align with Britain’s length. Dr Lyman Briggs explains the change narrows the gap to 0.00004 millimeter, a tolerable difference. He says the revision won’t affect ordinary people.
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U.S. Bureau of Standards
Lyman J. Briggs
Great Britain
U. S
Bureau
Briggs
The Family Doctor on Diphtheria and Sore Throats
Health note urges throat swabs and culture to detect diphtheria and ensure timely antitoxin. Warns of other throat infections causing fever and weakness. bed rest, diet, and hygiene linked to recovery. Highlights risks of secret fever and complications without proper care.
Sympathy in children and early foundations
A newspaper column discusses how sympathy in young children forms early, citing examples of 2 year old Jack showing remorse after damaging objects and suggesting that empathy grows from natural impulses rather than deliberate grafting. It cautions mothers against oversympathizing and notes social critique.
The Sixth Sense of Small Kindnesses in Parenting
The text extols noticing small signs of kindness and urges calm, practical sympathy for children. It cautions against overpity and coddling, warning self pity can grow if indulged, and advises a balanced, business-like approach to comforting babies after minor hurts.
Vanderbilt Captains Change as Hinkle Steps Down
Carl Hinkle, star center of the 1937 Vanderbilt football team, is the son of a minister, with Jay Franklin succeeding him as captain. The article notes a political shift with Cheong Ying, chairman of the new Chinese Patriotic League, asserting strong unity against Japan and declaring close cooperation among ministers.
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Mighty Ministers
Hea Nashville
Carl Hinkle
Vanderbilt University
Minester
Jay Franklin
Japan
Cheong Ying
New Chinese Patriotic League
Heart Case Serial Sparks Between Hilda Thorvald and Doctor
A serialized drama follows the evolving romance between Hilda Thorvald and Dr. Mark Rogers. Connie observes growing affection as the doctor's demeanor brightens in her presence, leading to an unexpected ending that promises further surprises.
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Hilda Thorvald
Mark Rogers
Connie
Hilda
Paul Harrison in Nollyweed Hollywood
Fragmentary notes describe actor Paul Harrison in Hollywood with unrest over a studio room scene. Franchot Tone debated staging issues before ending the dispute and moving to a bar for a break, amid talk of a shaved head for a role in a pricey production.
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Hollywood
Franchot
Beardens Declare Hempstead County Sheriff Seat Primary
The Star notes political announcements for Hempstead County Democratic primary on Tuesday August 9 1938. Reginald Bearden seeks Sheriff and Collector amid campaign chatter as Hollywood industry shifts and figures comment on film industry trends and economic sentiment.
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Hempstead County
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Reginald Bearden
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