Bonneville Chief James D Ross seen as reasonable mediator
Profile of James D Ross after his 1937 appointment by the President as Bonneville chief. The piece notes his history with Seattle municipal power, prior consulting work, and quirky traits that favor expedient solutions over doctrinal stances, amid Western power development tensions.
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York
James D. Ross
Bonneville
Ross
Municipal Power Development
Seattle
New York Power Authority
St. Lawrence Seaway
PWA Power Development
SEC
Chatham
Ont
New York City
Edmonton
Alaska
Gene Autry Fame and Film Set Marriages Highlight Star World
Profile of Gene Autry and other Hollywood figures shows Autry performing on screen weddings, praising Claudette Colbert and Rochelle Hudson, with anecdotes about Norma Shearer and Janet Gaynor. It notes actors' offscreen lives, such as Walter Pidgeon training for beatings in Six Thousand Enemies and radio stars owning farms across the U S.
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Elizabeth
Margaret
England
Norma Shearer
Janet Gaynor
Clark Gable
Shirley Temple
Gene Autrey
Young America Forever Charmed by Gray Ahead of Airship Flight
Capt Harold E Gray, 33, prepares to pilot the Pan American flying boat Yankee Clipper across the Atlantic after a career as licensed mechanic engineer mariner radio tech and holder diplomas in meteorology seamanship law and business admin He left college in his second year at Iowa and first flew at 19 Guttenberg Iowa is his hometown
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America
Harold E. Gray
Pan American Air
New York Harbor
Gray
Mexico
Central America
University of Iowa
Guttenberg
Iowa
Pierson’s Brazil Trade Drive Ties to Ex-Im Bank Leader
The article portrays Arren Lee Pierson head of the ExportImport Bank as pushing a Brazil oriented trade expansion amid tensions with Nazi influence. It notes his 1936 appointment, Latin America tour, and aims to strengthen credit flows to grease South American commerce while countering fascist pressure. It also mentions strategic naval considerations and Pierson’s Harvard law focus on foreign trade.
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Arren Lee Pierson
Brazil
Mr. Pierson
State Department
Atlantic
Canary Islands
Argentina
U.S. A
South America
Harvard Law School
Pierson
Los Angeles
Export-Import Bank
George N. Peek
Bank
TE Ee Iheniaveniel Consoligiyu Service
Castle Walk may supplant Lambeth Walk in RKO release
The item notes a test cost of about $10 000 for screen tests and remarks on the death of Ernie Hare, a beloved radio figure, while predicting the Castle Walk style could become the era’s favored dance as RKO releases The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle with Rogers Astaire.
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Ernie Hare
Radio
World’s Fair Cake Display At San Francisco Exhibit
William Baker spent a year baking a masterful fruit cake on display at the San Francisco World’s Fair. The cake includes replicas exactly to scale of 9 California missions two bridges Treasure Island and portions of two cities all crafted from colored sugar frosting.
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William Baker
San Francisco
California Missions
Treasure Island
Lesson for April 2 Subject and Scripture Texts
The article lists the April 2 lesson topics and scripture passages selected by the International Council of Religious Education. It notes the content is provided for study and is used with permission.
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International Council of Religious Education
Saul Becomes a New Man Lesson Text
A sermon on Paul’s conversion on the Damascus Road. It highlights Saul’s bold persecution, divine confrontation, and dramatic transformation into a devoted disciple. Ananias as a willing instrument and Saul’s quick baptism and public preaching are noted as key steps in regeneration and service.
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II Corinthians
Saul
Lord Lyttleton
Gilbert West
Paul
Damascus Road
Jerusalem
Stephen
Jesus
Damascus
Earth
Christ Jesus
Ananias
God
Apostle Paul
Secret Prayer Life Quote by John R. Mott
A Christian can advance the Kingdom of Christ more through a faithful secret prayer life than by a highly public active life. This reflection by John R. Mott highlights the value of private devotion.
Jiffy Knit Skirt and Blouse Pattern
Large knitting needles and Shetland floss create a quick jiffy knit for beginners and experts. Knits round from neck to hem with sun burst neck detail raglan sleeves and ribbed cuffs. Includes blouse and flared skirt in sizes 16 18 and 38 40 with material needs and illustrations. Pattern 6019 by The Sewing Circle Household Arts Dept. 259 West 14th St. New York N.Y. Send 15 cents.
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Household Arts Dept
West 14Th St
New York
N.Y
Safety Talks on Pedestrian Faults in 1937 Death Toll
The National Safety Council assigns major pedestrian responsibility for 39 500 traffic deaths in 1937, with 15 400 pedestrian fatalities. It cites jay-walking and violation of traffic laws as factors in 67 percent of fatal cases and 69 percent of non fatal cases.
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National Safety Council
The Worst Sorrows Are Fear Not Losses
A quote attributed to A C Benson notes that life’s greatest sorrows come from fear rather than actual losses or misfortunes. It reflects on inner emotion shaping hardship. The sentiment emphasizes courage over despair in times of trouble.
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Lydia E. Pinkham
Pinkham
A. C. Benson
Kellogg's
Spencer Kellogg and Sons, Inc
Ingist
Kellogg’s
Good Housekeeping Bureau
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