Finding a Middle Path for Democracy in a Turbulent World
Secretary of State Cordell Hull urged a middle course between isolation and entanglement at an American Legion gathering. He warned that extremists gain ground when democracies fail to compromise, urging critical thinking, mutual respect, and blend of rival ideas to avoid coercion and conflict. Democracy thrives only if citizens work to make it work through steady, unspectacular effort.
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Cordell Hull
American Legion Convention
America
Peke
Varry Hershfield
James Gleason
Ted Healy
Ben Bernie
Memorial Hospital Gates Open After Tragic Interurban Crash
Edgar F. Allen moved after his son died in a Elyria interurban wreck to found the Elyria Memorial Hospital Association. He raised funds, donated capital, and left his business to serve as treasurer and manager. The hospital has since carried forward his mission, creating a lasting memorial of usefulness and beauty.
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Allen
The Family Doctor on Cancer of the Stomach
Dr Morris Fishbein explains stomach cancer prevalence and risks with advice for early diagnosis and X ray exams. It covers symptoms appetite weight loss anemia and the poor prognosis after surgery, noting most patients do not survive five years post operation. A stray humorous wartime anecdote interrupts the piece.
The Listening Child Beneath a Smart Boy's Quiet Gaze
Mrs Brown praises a five year old for recalling conversations and Timmy the dog, noting listening is a valued skill. The piece argues successful adults master listening, blending training and habit, while identifying three enemies of attention in children: focus, misprioritized input, and self-interest that distracts even when listening.
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Mrs. Brown
Timmy
Corbett Roof Scene Sparks Escape Attempt
Cilly leaves a drunken confrontation with Tom Corbett after a tense night of unraveling secrets in the Corbett apartment. She uses opera glasses to survey neighbors from the roof, spotting mundane scenes and a surprising recovery by Mr. Hunter, foiling her suspicions of a hideout.
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Papa
Tom Corbett
Cilly
Clay
Anid
Corbett
Artis
Mr. Corbett
Cily
Mrs. Corbett
Caty
West
Mrs. Smith
Mr. Smith
Mr. Elliot
Hunter Boudoir
Mr. Hunter
Olly
Quiet Listening Skills for Children at Home and School
A fragment discusses how children’s hearing and attention are shaped by environment. It urges parents and teachers to create calm spaces, speak clearly, and model careful listening, noting that noise overwhelms young ears and focus develops with practice.
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Leesuse
Aly
Jimmy
Betty
Serod
Animal Treasure by Sanderson review in 1934 era style
A review of Sanderson's Animal Treasure, detailing his tropical explorations and scientific notes on wildlife from the African shrew to whistling skinks. Describes his method, caution about the shrew, and promises of further field work in Haiti while noting the era's cotton crop value.
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Tyan T. Sanderson
Sanderson
Haiti
P. G
Hollywood gossip from Paul Harrison column
Hollywood notes recount chaotic weather on set at Paramount for The Buccaneer with 600 extras, stars fainting, wind machines blowing props, and Bergen seeking top billing for Charlie McCarthy. Durbin contract details, love life chatter, title changes, and a wealthy executive's ranch purchase surface in a wide ranging entertainment column.
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Hollywood
Paramount
Star
Edgar Bergen
Charlie McCarthy
McCarthy
Bergen
Keop
Fall Dress Pattern Promises Modern Slim Silhouette
Clever tailored Princess dress pattern offers a sleek projection with a lowered waist and no front belt. Zip or buttons as trims, sizes 12 to 40, with yardage and sewing instructions included. The Fall Winter Pattern Book, 25 cents, showcases multiple designs.
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Brooklyn
Sterling
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