Malipiero’s turbulent ascent through postwar world of music
In Venice after World War I a guest recalls Francesco Malipiero as a brilliant yet enigmatic figure. Once banned by Mussolini for anti-clerical works, he later rose to fame with Elegiaca while facing war-induced disillusionment. His works like The Fable of the Exchanged Sons sparked controversy in Rome and Rome’s Royal Opera, drawing Il Duce’s swift prohibition.
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Virgil
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Stravinsky
Richard Strauss
Luigi Pirandello
Il Duce
Germany
Wagner
Ministers Recalled as Mexico Britain Break Ties Over Oil
Diplomatic relations between Great Britain and Mexico are severed after Mexico recalls its London minister Primo Villla Michel and closes the legation. The move follows Mexico's demand for an $85,000 claims annuity tied to property seizures and Britain's refusal to meet the sum. Mexico supports Cardenas in parliament, while Halifax returns to the issue.
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Mexico
Lazaro Cardenas
Primo Villa Michel
London
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Owen
St. Clair O'Malley
J. Dalton Murray
Cardenas
Britain
Eduardo Hay
O’malley
Michel
United States
Chamber of Deputies
Quarrels Touted Over Fights by Uncle Eben
A character, Uncle Eben, quips that many men prefer quarrels to fights on the theory that quarrels are safer than outright violence. The line reflects a philosophical take on conflict.
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Air Mail Week Marks 20 Years With Roosevelt Stamps
National Air Mail Week celebrated with Mrs. Roosevelt receiving air mail stamps for FDR from the Washington postmaster. The event spanned the country and noted Chicago's first autogiro mail run from airport to post office.
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Washington
Chicago
Hanes Named Assistant Secretary of the Treasury
President Roosevelt nominated John W. Hanes to be assistant secretary of the treasury after a short tenure on the securities and exchange commission. He may succeed Roswell Magill as under secretary by year end 1938, with Magill eager to return to Columbia. Hanes might wait to begin until the New York Stock Exchange reorganization finishes.
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Columbia University
New York Stock Exchange
Japanese advance tightens grip on Suchow in Central China
Reports from Shanghai say Japanese forces close in on Suchow, a major rail junction, with thousands of Chinese troops trapped and little chance to escape. Encirclement follows Lunghai railway cuts as units seize Pihsien and Siaohsien. General Terauchi assumes command in the final drive toward Suchow. Japanese naval forces seize Amoy and land near the Min river but are repelled back to sea.
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Lunghai
Pihsien
Siaohsien
Juichi Terauchi
China
Peiping
Amoy
Min River
Woman diplomat candidate eyed for Moscow post
Mrs C C Broy, Texan widow and wife of a foreign service officer, is under consideration for U S ambassador to Soviet Russia after Davies left the post for Belgium. Reputedly backed by congressional committees and prominent lawmakers, she would become the first American woman ambassador if appointed and confirmed.
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Moscow
Charles C. Broy
Soviet Russia
Joseph E. Davies
Belgium
Broy
Thomas A. Sisson
Mississippi
Foreign Relations and Foreign Affairs Committees
Congress
Hull
Key Pittman
Supreme Court Orders Circuit Court to Show Cause in NLRB Case
The Supreme Court ordered the Circuit Court of Appeals in Philadelphia to show cause why its rulings against the National Labor Relations Board in the Republic Steel case should not be vacated. The lower court had barred the board from withdrawing the case to allow further proceedings and restrained further action pending transcript certification. In a separate ruling, the Court held that strikers do not terminate their employee relationship.
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Three Billion Dollar Relief Bill Passed by House
The House approved the President's three billion dollar stimulus plan by 328 to 70, sending it to the Senate. The bill totals 3,154 million dollars for administration relief, with a 2,519 million direct appropriation and 635 million in additional authorizations, while a proposal to shield debt limits failed 90 to 86. Farm bloc amendments aim to widen eligibility for relief and allow free fertilizer via WPA.
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Senate
West Named Undersecretary as Roosevelt Replaces Slattery
Charles West was designated undersecretary of the interior by President Roosevelt, with Harry Slattery of North Carolina named to succeed him. The change ends a feud between Ickes and West, who had spurred tensions after West was appointed without Ickes's input. White House aides indicate the President may seek another post for West.
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Charles
Roosevelt
Harry Slattery
North Carolina
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Ebert K. Burlew
White House
Steve Early
Hungary Names New Premier Imredi to Counter Nazi Rise
Hungary appoints premier Imredi after Daranyi’s resignation. He aims to curb extremist agitation with two new laws on public peace and assemblies, unveils a five point social and economic reconstruction plan, and keeps foreign policy unchanged. An anti Jewish bill passed just before the change, with Imredi expected to enforce if approved. Imredi, slender and polished, speaks several languages and is an astute financier with varied interests.
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House of Deputies
League condemns Japan over China in Geneva session
Wellington Koo led China at the League of Nations as the council adopted a resolution condemning Japan's actions in China. Bonnet urged direct aid to China while Surotiz lamented the resolution's limits. Chile warned of quitting the league to avoid European entanglements. Venezuela and others signaled similar moves. Switzerland withdrew from Article XVI economic sanctions.
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Ethiopia
del Mayo
Spain
China
Georges Bonnet
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Bonnet
Russia
Jacob Souritz
Chile
Venezuela
Switzerland
Revenue Bill Enacted in 1938 39 Tax Conferees Send Pact
The 300 million dollar revenue act of 1938, patched by senate and house conferees, is sent to the White House for the President to sign. It preserves a vestige of the undistributed profits tax limited to 1938 and 1939, with a 19 percent top rate if no dividends are paid and 16 percent minimum if all earnings are distributed, plus a 2 percent credit against the maximum tax for dividends.
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Minnesota
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House of Representatives
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Idaho
Pope
Idaho New Dealer
Congress
Rebellion in Farm Belt Over Federal Crop Law
A Western Newspaper Union analysis notes growing farmer opposition to the federal crop law under Secretary Wallace. Cotton and corn growers protest acreage allotments, challenging federal control and predicting political consequences in fall elections.
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Western Newspaper Union
Orange Juice in Bread for Tea Sandwiches
Orange juice used as the liquid in bread and roll recipes adds a delightful variety. Rolls and bread baked with this method are especially suitable for making sandwiches and serving at teas.
Star Dust Highlights From Movies and Radio
Movie producer Harry Sherman announces that future Hopalong Cassidy films will note shooting locations starting with Beneath Western Skies. The piece references Three Comrades and star Robert Taylor with Margaret Sullivan Franchot Tone and Robert Young. Wayne Morris discusses the hassles of kissing on screen and Peg La Centra's radio talents. Jerry Belcher interviews neighbors across Texas and Canada for broadcasts.
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France
California Sea
Crosby Wife Tours New York For Clothes And Toys
Bing Crosby's wife traveled to New York for shopping and entertainment. She bought clothes and toys for the four Crosby boys, while other store offerings seemed less appealing.
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New York
Crosby Boys
Studio Gossip and Star Quips From the Screen
The column lists Hollywood anecdotes including Gloria Blondell learning to sail with Dick Powell, Edward Arnold’s weight remark at the studio, Lionel Barrymore’s smile after a gain, James Stewart collecting harmonicas, Joan Bennett collecting salt and pepper shakers, Universal budgeting Cinderella, Deanna Durbin, Jo Wayne's rising star with Warner, and a general roundup of current showbiz tidbits.
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Dick Powell
Edward Arnold
Lionel Barrymore
James Stewart
Joan Bennett
Universal
Deanna Durbin
Jo ‘Ayne
Warner Brothers
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