FDR Wallace Ticket Nomination Moves Through Democratic Convention
At Chicago the Democratic convention nominating Roosevelt for a third term proceeded with broad support. Henry A Wallace was chosen as the vice presidential candidate after a close vote and noisy opposition to other contenders. Roosevelt framed his acceptance as duty amid European war pressures.
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Charles McNary
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Republic
Roosevelt Farley clash marks open first day at convention
The 1940 Democratic Convention opened with James Farley as a focal candidate against a third term, while Alben Barkley read Roosevelt's statement opposing another term. Senator Glass appeared from a sick bed to praise Farley, as Roosevelt’s draft movement gathered momentum and delegates demanded Roosevelt’s nomination.
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Alben W. Barkley
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Virginia
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Wendell L. Willkie
Herbert Hoover
Black Lace Dominates Summer Fashions In Lace Gowns And Hats
Fashion writer describes black lace dominating summer party wear with sheer white and pastel accents. All lace gowns in frothy chiffon, pastel accessories, lace parasols, and dramatic sheer black hats define this season's youthfull glamour with lace tracery, ruffles, and gardenia accents.
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Western Newspaper Union
Democratic Women Gain Voice In Party's Platform Council
Women delegates at the fourth session of the Democratic convention won equal voice on the platform committee. They pushed amendments on foreign policy and women’s rights, adding a clause to warn foreign dictators and backing job equality for married women. Mary T. Norton urged equal opportunity, while Elizabeth A. Conkey noted delegates kept to business, finishing social duties beforehand.
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Arthur Condon
Washington, D. C
Republican Platform Committee
Elizabeth A. Conkey
Illinois
Convention Notes Highlight Female Delegate Progress
The report details increased female representation at the convention with Utah having more women than men nine to seven. It notes Florida equal sex representation, New Jersey chaired by Rep. Mary Norton, and mentions one-eyed Connolly attending as an usher assistant with Andy Frain. Hollywood presence includes Melvin Douglas and wife Helen Gahagan.
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Hollywood
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California
Sidesaddle Drapes Spark New Fashion Silhouette
Sidesaddle drapes are the latest fashion, with coats tying to the side and dresses fastening over to one side. The styling feature promises an entirely new silhouette for upcoming months as designers advance coats and dress draping.
Black Dress With Gay Shawl Elevates Evening Style
Fashion feature says the black dress remains a favorite with a colorful gay shawl and matching hat to spice the look. It suggests colorful crepe or vivid sheer woolen companion pieces and notes the dramatic effect and playful romance in wearing the shawl casually.
Pocket Popularity To Have Long Life
The fashion for multiple pockets proves practical and long lasting. Schoolgirls favor doubled and redoubled pockets on bodices and skirts, with two to six pockets per garment. Some designs add small change pockets atop larger ones for extra utility.
Two-in-One Skirts Debut as Practical Fashion
A detachable knee-deep ruffle converts a formal skirt into a practical daytime version. The flounce buttons on or snaps off quickly, enabling two outfits from one skirt. Leading stores report strong sales.
Easy to Make and Wear Barbara Bell Pattern 1966 B Dress
Dress pattern No 1966 B offers a five piece seersucker linen percale or gingham design with simple darts at the waist and front fastening. Sizes 12 through 20 and 40 are listed with corresponding busts, requiring 3 1/2 yards of 35 inch fabric for size 14. Send order to:
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Virtue of Benevolence Meditation on doing good to others
A Fielding quotation praises benevolence as the glorious human aim, seeking acceptability to the Creator through acts of kindness to fellow beings. The reflection frames moral duty as generous service to creation.
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Incomplete Quote on Self Knowledge by Colton
A fragment quotes Colton noting that self knowledge enables understanding others while ignorance hinders writing a profound lecture on others. The snippet emphasizes inner awareness as key to judging others.
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Colton
Life's Way Promise of Peace and Healing
The passage reflects on life guiding through pain toward healing and peace. It emphasizes accepting life’s flow to achieve happiness in the end. The message centers on resilience and the restorative power of embracing difficult experiences.
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