Diary of Sumner Welles 1939 Peace Talk Tour Notes
Self IMAGINARY DIARY OF SUMNER WELLES covers a European peace tour with Mussolini Ciano Goering and Hitler meetings in Italy Switzerland Paris and London. Welles recounts impressions on peace aims and bellicose leaders while noting Goebbels mockery and Goering jokes amid Geneva era tension and U S references.
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FBI
General Goering
H. G. Wells
Orson Welles
Germany
Hitler
Goebbels
Goering
Roosevelt
Three Hot Potatoes in Congress Hit Public Policy
The piece highlights three disputed bills: Hatch bill extensions to curb political activity in state agencies disbursing federal funds. Smith committee’s push to reform the National Labor Relations Board to ensure impartiality. and the Walter Logan bill to ease court procedures against local government overreach. It criticizes the Democratic majority and praises Republicans like McNary and Peek for early framing of agricultural policy, while noting Farley’s farm day theater and the Roosevelt coalition’s political mobilization.
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Hatch
Smith Committee
National Labor Relations Board
Walter Logan
Farley
Henry Wallace
AAA
Vote on Abolishing Capital Punishment Prompted
In discussion the question of whether to abolish capital punishment is raised. The speaker expresses opposition, citing ancestral approval and personal stance against abolition.
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Ascum
Fogie
Heredity Debate Sparks Humorous Exchange
Rausch replies that heredity explains his wealth, while Smith questions belief in heredity. The witty exchange highlights attitudes toward money and family traits in a lighthearted dialogue.
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Heredity Smith
Heredity
Rausch
They Were All on the Chase for a Raise
Jones seeks a raise after noting three firms pursue him the gas company the coal company and his furniture supplier. The boss responds with a cold sneer asking for names. The humor hinges on a misunderstanding about job offers versus employers chasing him.
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Jones
Dr Pierce's Favorite Prescription Ad
An advertisement urges women to take Dr Pierce's Favorite Prescription over time to combat functional pains and strengthen physical resistance through improved nutrition and assimilation.
Good Conversation Reflects Spontaneity and Manners
A quotation praises spontaneous dialogue and courteous behavior as key to memorable exchanges. It credits H. W. Longfellow and underscores the value of present-minded communication and graceful conduct.
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H. W. Longfellow
Life and Friendship Wisdom Quote
A reflective quote on life and friendship by Sydney Smith, asserting that love and being loved form the greatest happiness. It emphasizes the strengthening power of many friendships in a fulfilling life.
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Sydney Smith
The Pleasant All Bran Diet for Regular Bowels
The advertisement promotes Kellogg's All-Bran as a natural bulk remedy for constipation. It claims daily consumption with water can keep you regular month after month and advises medical consultation for chronic cases. Kellogg's in Battle Creek manufactures and grocers sell it nationwide.
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Kellogg’s
Battle Creek
Manners Not Idle From Loyal Nature and Noble Mind
Quotation reflecting that manners arise from loyal nature and a noble mind in Tennyson. It emphasizes character as the source of courteous behavior.
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Count Ciano
Ciano
Switzerland
America
Paris
Daladier
France
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London
Chamberlain
Europe
Finland
Berlin
Karl Schroeder
United Press
Mack Hollander
Smithsonian Institution
Franklin
Smithsonian
OUR Comic
Little
J. Millar Watt
HE Isnt
Walt Tier
Set Throy
Bell Syndicate.—Win Service
Hugh S. Johnson
United Features Wiu
Congress
Mr. Roosevelt
Charlie McNary
George Peek
Peters the Hermits
Welles
Bob
Miss Sharpe
Miss S
Mr. Sapp
BABY
Atlas CO
Chouteau
St. Louis, Mo
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