End of British Empire Poses Grave Problems
An article by Wright A Patterson argues the British empire will fade under Prime Minister Attlee and that imperial unity dissolves into independent dominions. It discusses King George VI as a symbolic figure, nationalization in England, and the impact on global business and employment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George VI
England
Scotland
Wales
Northern Ireland
Canada
Australia
New Zealand
South Africa
British Commonwealth of Nations
George
India
Africa
Atlantic
Pacific
Indian
George V
Dominions
Attlee
Asia
Love and duty clash in a wartime family tale
Julia McFarlane faces 25 years of worry as Ric, her nephew Ric, unexpectedly reappears amid World War II romance. Jill falls for Lieut Spang Gordon while Ric pursues a disreputable liaison with a married woman. Old Cyanide Captain Mackey eyes Jill at the club.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richard McFarlane
Julia
John J. McFarlane
Richard
Ric
Jill
Lieut
Spang Gordon
Spang
Officers’ Club
Stark
Crawford
Joe
Mackey
Pearl Harbor
Islands
Miss McFarlane
Heydrich
Himmler
Officer’s Club
Julia McFarlane
Calvert
Gordon
Mother
Air Force
Jill McFarlane
Roger Mackey
McFarlane
Tennessee
Captain Mackey
John I
Slowness of GOP Congress Draws Sharp Criticism
Three months into the 80th Congress the Republicans face criticism for inaction on domestic and foreign issues. The piece notes internal party tensions, Taft's faltering leadership, and a split between isolationist and interventionist wings as the GOP contends with reform and New Deal legacy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
GOP
Congress
Taft
Ohio
Courteous First Singer and Audience Shift
The exchange presents two singers in a lively hall moment. The first notes praise for a vocal fill while the second recalls attendees moving aside to accommodate it.
Press Time Fades as City Visitor Probes Future Editions
A casual exchange hints at the rhythm of an older press era. The city visitor asks about the next edition while a staffer, titled Press Time, remarks on the era. The dialogue captures newsroom tempo and curiosity about upcoming publishments.
Barber’s Scissor Skill Sparks Notable Personal Tension
In a crowded town scene, a barber known for using his scissors with unsettling precision becomes the focal point of local gossip. The exchange hints at underlying rivalries and the odd charisma surrounding his craft. The piece reads as a sharp, darkly comic slice of life from a smaller community.
Mother Echoes Across Siblings in Simple Classroom Exchange
In a brief dialogue a teacher and student discuss shared maternity noting both claim the same mother. The exchange hinges on semantics and family ties presented in a measured classroom tone.
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BY Wright A. Patterson
Western Newspaper Union
A. O
United States Senate
America
Studebaker Wagon and Carriage Co
Tien
Felon Topping Waller
Chapter
Mrs. Calvert
SheHome Reports
Washington
Walter Shead
WNU
Washington Bureau
Eye St
N. W
Lilienthal
Vandenberg
Michigan
Truman
Baldwin
Connecticut
Senator Vandenberg
Withal
Mack
Jack
Fritz
Army Truck Parts
Military Motor Parts & Equipment Company
Old Spanish Trail
Houston
Texas
Jackson
Owen Electric
Jensen Drive
City
Rock Home
Bexar County
Edwin A. Kramer
San Antonio - Texas
Miles City
Montana
Buffalo
Wyoming
Duncan Cleaners
P.O. Box
Silver City
New Mexico
San Antonio
Hampshire
Ammie E. Wilson
Plano
Michaelis
Joe Wischkremper
Yorktown
Herbert Powell
Bay City
F.O.B. Fort Worth
R. H. Huff & Company
Vaughn Blvd
Fort Worth
F.O.B
Earl Thomas
Santee, Georgia
Joli Fleur
N. State
Chicago
Jay Clemons
M. D
Brynhurst Ave
Los Angeles
Cal
U. S
Crowell Music Publishing Company
Crowell Music Publishing CO
Woods Theatre
Suite
West Randolph St
Cage 1
Illinois
WIU
Tobacco By-Products & Chemical Corp, Incorporated
Louisville
Kentucky
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