Democracy and Britain face global threats to self rule
The piece argues democracy in Britain and the empire is a precious heritage built through trial and error. It warns against a worldwide arms race undermining democratic nations, notes Britain’s lead in Europe, and stresses self reliance in defense amid rising aerial warfare and League of Nations weakness.
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Great Britain
British Empire
Tennyson
Olympic Heights
Atlantic
Europe
League of Nations
Record high U.S. motor accident deaths in 1936
National Safety Council reports 38,500 traffic deaths in 1936, plus 111,000 total accident deaths from all causes, with 400,000 permanently and 10,300,000 temporarily disabled. Auto registrations rise 8 percent to 28,270,000 as miles driven hit 225 billion.
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United States
National Safety Council
Council
Lions Use Birdlike Whistle To Coordinate Movements
Lions rely on a summons call resembling a bird whistle to communicate during stealthy movements. Researchers note the vocal cue helps coordinate hunting and social activities without alerting prey.
World Airlines Mileage Growth Through Decades
The article notes global airline mileage climbing from about 3,000 routes at the start of commercial service to nearly 300,000 now. It traces growth: 10,000 routes next year, over 12,000 by 1921, 20,000 by 1924, then a steady rise to the current figure.
Queen Elizabeth Heads First Honors List In New Reign
The kings first honors list raises Queen Elizabeth to Dame Grand Cross of the Royal Victorian Order and grants her grand master status. The Duke of Gloucester Arthur Connaught and other royal family members receive appointments as personal aide de camp. Lord Greenwood of Whitby leads a Canadian excluded peers and knights. Newfoundland gains minor honors. Greenwood rose from modest means to lawyer MP and cabinet member.
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Elizabeth
Queen Elizabeth
Duke of
Royal Air Force
Lord Greenwood
Whitby
Ont
United Kingdom
Edward VIII
India
Australia
New Zealand
Newfoundland
Canada
England
Substitute From Peanut Cuts Olive Oil Cost In War Spain
The war in Spain creates demand for olive oil substitutes. Walter Garner of Bradford developed a peanut based substitute claimed to match efficiency at $250 per ton, down from $450 per ton for olive oil, aiding woollen manufacturers in England.
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Spain
England
Walter Garner
Bradford
Birds as Messengers Through History
The article surveys the role of birds in human communication from ancient times to modern practice. It notes early use of riders and pigeons and traces developments in avian signaling across cultures and eras.
Retired British Railway Policeman Went 40 Years Without An Arrest
William C. Spinks of London ends a 40 year service as a railway police officer claiming no arrests in his career. He credits prevention over punishment and says humane talks discouraged crime. Colleagues agree his approach steered offenders toward honesty. Also notes on watchmaking precision and Australia’s 26 flying species.
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William C. Spinks
London
Great Britain
French Eating Customs Described And Milk Source Noted
The text notes that the French avoid food until midday except for a morning roll and chocolate. It also states the zebu as a major milk producer in the Orient. It mentions copyright notices must appear on the title page or the next page if on the last page, and notes they have no effect.
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