Curious World Records Dizzying list of superlatives and feats
A long column of trivia lists extremes from Hollywood actors to world landmarks. Notable items include Edward G. Robinson's hands and Olivia de Havilland's hands, Primo Carnera and Louis Schmeling fight broadcasts, the Stevens Hotel size, the largest railroad system in Germany, and the Cullinan diamond. Also cited are record taxes, the King Ranch, a 1927 prune pie, and the tiniest train built for display.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward G. Robinson
Hollywood
Olivia de Havilland
Jean Muir
Victor McLaglen
Bette Davis
Tommy Burns
Primo Carnera
Louis Schmeling
Stevens
Chicago
Bosnia
Deutsche Reichsbahn Gesselschaft
Germany
Johns Hopkins Medical School
Baltimore
Mr. I
Zanzibar
Great Britain
South Africa
Transvaal
Edward
Tower of London
Gene Tunney
Jack Dempsey
King Ranch
Kingsville
Tex
California State Society
Harvard Dental School Museum
Covington
Taft urged cautious view on recession warns of severe downturn
Senator Taft received Dr. John Clark's warning that a near term decline could be more than a brief recession. Clark compared to 1920s shocks, noting farm price supports, rigid wages, and rising organized labor strength may hinder a mild downturn and require bold policy action. He urged readiness rather than optimism.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Taft
John Clark
President’s Council of Economic Advisers
Clark
Joint Economic Committee
Congress
Knutson Ties Tax Plan to Big Business Interest
The article asserts that CIO and AFL members comprise at least 40 percent of taxpayers while criticizing Rep. Harold Knutson for limiting time for big labor groups and assembling a tax advisory committee dominated by big business allies. It notes the panel includes Hanes Cowdin Connelly Lane Magill and excludes major farm groups.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
CIO
AFL
Harold Knutson
House
Ways and Means Committee
Knutson
John W. Hanes
J. Cheever Cowdin
John F. Connelly
E. H. Lane
Roswell Magill
Begin Money Making Plans for Your Club Early in the Season
Club officers are urged to plan fund raisers such as bake sale campaigns with donated baked goods. The article provides tested recipes for cakes cookies prune desserts and pies and offers prep tips and storage guidance to boost profits for worthy causes. It emphasizes prewar supply of sugar fats flour aiding bakery sales and includes practical kitchen notes for efficient cooking and cleanup.
Tougher Foreign Policy on Russia Drives European Strife Talks
Washington observers say Russia’s relief push signals a tougher policy with more aggressive warnings and possible sanctions. Officials expect no war until Russia controls Europe, while Moscow presses for political and economic access, delaying restoration to maximize leverage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Russia
Europe
Western
Kremlin
Poland
Czechoslovakia
Hungary
Congress
Moscow
Marshall
UNO General Assembly
London
Molotov
General Assembly
New York
Truman
Paris
Lewis Wins Coal Strike Settlement With Fairless Endorsement
The coal strike ends after Benjamin Fairless of U S Steel accepts wage demands. Key terms include a 45 cent average hourly raise, a 10 cent per ton tax, a 6 percent shorter workday and other concessions. The average mine wage rises to 65.25 weekly, nearly fivefold from 1933.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lewis
Benjamin Fairless
U. S. Steel
Legacy Of Lucy In England Returns To Glencove
In Glencove, John Grahame brings Lucy home from England amid whispers about their marriage. A neighbor who knew him since childhood recalls a harsh past with his dog and cat and notes Lucy’s cautious start before they become wary friends. Lucy inherits funds from Mrs. Arnold, prompting John to plan and fearfully monitor her health as she weakens from the flu.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Grahame
England
Glencove
John
Lucy
Judge Arnold
Mrs. Arnold
Lucy Grahame
Veal Roast and Sides Dinner Menu Card
A wholesome meal featuring veal roast with sour cream gravy paired with buttered noodles, fried tomatoes, and green beans with mushrooms. Finish with cinnamon rolls and a graham cracker torte and a beverage.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Jack Lait
Winchell
Milton Berle
Seymour Sussman
Demon
Chicago Historical Society
Leningrad
France
Palais de l’Industries
J. Martin
Walthamstow
J. L. Hudson Company
Detroit
Fairmount Park
Philadelphia
Gaumont Palace
U. S. Department of Commerce Bldg
Coast and Geodetic Survey
Dillon, Reed & Co
N. Y
Dodge Brothers
Dodge Bonds
House Public Lands Committee
Lawton
Okla
Lee Motah
Albert Attockine
Bor
Samnens
Graham
Lynn
Western Newspaper Union
Maude Norman
WIN
Lynn Chambers
Colorado Auto Parts CO
Denver
Colo
Larimer
Boston Terrier
Champion Blood Lines
Peter Dittert
Rt. 3
Jefferson, Inn
Farm Machinery & Equip
J. H. Nicholson Supply CO
Omaha
Nebr
Fairbanks
Route
Lincoln
Co. B
S.W
J. M. Capriola CO
Elko, Nevada
Sears New Styles
DR. Leonard Fitch CO
K. E. Lookabaugh
Midwest
Lincoln, Nebraska
Real Estate
MISC
Martin Ciboski
Norton
Kans
U. S. Savings Bonds
Resing
Itso
Lydia E. Pinkham
Pinkham
Ays Y
R. N
WNU
Dean
Doans
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