National defense and Latin America bases critique
The piece questions reliance on Britain and South American ties for defense. It argues Latin American nations are not true democracies, fear of losing naval bases, and warns against overreliance on alliances while urging self-sufficiency and stronger bases in the region. It also critiques universal compulsory military training and references a New York Times editorial.
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Latin Americas
Hokum
Santo Domingo
Rome
Roosevelt
Ballyhoo
Tie
Geonde
New York Times
Dubieladlem
U.S. gun regulation debate cites fifth column risk
The article argues that Attorney General Bob Jackson’s plea for federal gun registration aims to curb unseen private arms. It notes vast 1938 to 1999 firearm tax sales totaling about 97 million dollars, hints at unaccounted weapons, and cites other nations’ strict controls while warning of potential fifth column dangers.
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Washington, D. C
Fifth Column
U.S
Bob Jackson
Jackson
Internal Revenue ‘Bureau
U. S
England
France
Germany
Italy
Japan
It Happened One Night Sleeper Echoes in Hollywood
A list of 1940s style film notes reflecting rumors about Preston Sturges film It Happened One Night and other sleepers. Mentions Muriel Angelus as potential new star, cast shifts, and industry trivia including Barrymore, Menjou, Cameron, and Tascanini NBC Symphony singers with citizenship quirks.
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Hollywood
Mr. Smith
Washington
McGinty
Preston Sturgis
Muriel Angelus
Brian Donlevy
Akim ‘Tamirom
England
Velveteen Frames For Your Pictures
Ruth Wyeth Spears recounts Miss Fixit transforming an old rocker and desk. She crafts blue velveteen frames to hang enlarged snapshots, matching blue and red chintz themes. The note promotes Sewing Book 5, a 32-page homemaking guide offered for 10 cents plus mailing. Betsy’s attic find is teased for next week.
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Ruth Wyeth Spears
Miss Fixit
Betsy
The Better Way to Correct Constipation
A consumer health blurb promoting Kelloe's AU Bran All-Bran as a dietary solution for constipation. It argues prevention via regular eating and water, claims regular bowel habits for long periods, and notes consulting a physician for chronic conditions.
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Shallope'’s
Battle Creek
Education's Aim Education has for its object the formation of character
The era’s emphasis on moral development through schooling is captured in a quotation attributed to Herbert Spencer asserting character formation as the core purpose of education. The brief statement reflects prevailing educational philosophy of the period.
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Herbert Spencer
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