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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1939
Page
2
The columnist Joseph W. LaBine analyzes prospects for a revived League under a new Russo British pact. He argues progress hinges on removing Avenol before any real rebirth can occur.
The article argues the League of Nations is a decayed mausoleum haunted by past heroism. It criticizes Secretary-General Avenol for mismanaging security and cites failures in Manchuria, Ethiopia, Spain, and Czecho Slovakia while noting possible revival through a British French Russian pact. It also discusses distribution costs showing wholesalers as essential despite calls for elimination.
The article surveys U S anti un Americanism hearings led by Rep Martin Dies. It cites anti Fascist and fascist forces including Moseley Kuhn and Deatherage. It notes investigations into Jewry and the Bund and mentions Dewey LaGuardia and public reaction. A St James St Kitts earthquake and Captain Hall's underwater expedition are also described.
Col Leonard P Ayres of Cleveland vice president of Cleveland Trust analyzes market outlook in a cautious monthly survey The educator and author has warned of past downturns including the 1929 crash and views economic health through detailed data and long experience His career spans teaching education banking and a stint as statistician for the A E F in wartime. He and other financiers seek a stable plan for retirement funds amid volatility.
Fashion writers forecast a bold cotton season with dotted Swiss and other fine cottons trending. Illustrated models show rose pink dotted Swiss frocks with pin tucked net lace and self fabric sashes, plus pink Swiss organdy dresses and sheer shirtwaists for young girls, all highlighting easy laundering and delicate detailing.
Armament spending in Soviet Russia rises by about 50 percent to reach 1939 defense needs, costing around 8 billion dollars. Rubber demand expected to surge 50 percent over the next decade per J M Slattery.
The piece celebrates the shift to airy cottons and bright fabrics for spring and summer. It notes a move away from darker colors and heavy materials toward cheerful chambray dresses, cambric blouses, and floral scents, with playful imagery of summer decor and headwear.
Dotted prints are the rage this season with a wide range of sizes from tiny to huge. The new twin prints that reverse their colors are popular, offering dressmakers inventive patterning and color combinations.
Reading like a fashion note from a bygone era this item urges travelers to wear tweed coats for trips to New York or San Francisco fairs. It recommends bold plaid or stripe patterns and promises a handsome durable outfit that serves as a travel ally.
Classified department notices list plant seeds and bulbs for sale and exchange. Local readers may find bulb catalog references, seasonal offers, and gardening essentials in this community marketplace.
A pattern booklet offers 18 cutwork motifs for borders and corners to enhance linens. It explains a simple buttonhole stitch, lists required materials, and provides stitch illustrations and color schemes. Pattern 1998 costs 15 cents, send name address and pattern number to The Sewing Circle Needlecraft Dept. 82 Eighth Ave New York NY.
The excerpt presents Thomas Jefferson arguing for a government that is strict about public spending. He urges applying savings to national debt rather than expanding offices and salaries to appease partisans. He emphasizes prudent fiscal policy over expansion of government.
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