When the defense boom collapses what shall we do
The piece argues for postwar work to keep Americans employed and transform cities. It questions slums, aging roads, rail crossings, electricity access, and food security while urging private investment and new development schemes like urban renewal. It cites New York’s Urban Development Corporations law as a model and stresses planning over mere provision.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Great
America
Igeon-General
New ‘K
New York
Justice and Mercy in Jehovahs Witnesses School Salute Debate
A Nashua New Hampshire court sentenced three students to a reformatory for school truancy linked to religious scruples about saluting the flag. The Supreme Court reversed the sentence, signaling mercy and leaving local authorities to pursue their own less punitive solutions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jehovah's Witnesses
Nashua
New“Hampshire
eIt
Supreme Court
Mercy
Reforma
United States must avoid repeating past mistakes
A fragmentary descrip tion reflects on guiding lessons from a year ago and warns against relying on untested measures. It mentions a Milwaukee artillery unit and a 105 millimeter howitzer, noting early failures and the rush to display the first gun while questions linger about its readiness and speed records.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Army
Milwaukee
Barton Quietly Admits Bad Taste At Luncheon
George Tucker recalls the Banshee luncheon in New York where James Barton faced a stunned crowd after deferring a vaudeville parody. Barton apologized for the piece in bad taste and shifted to a non-sensical recitation, earning sincere ovation and praise for his restraint and candor. The event featured leaders and celebrities, including Eddie Cantor, Jim Farley, Boris Karloff, Danny Kaye, and others.
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New York
James Barton
Banshee
General Drum
Jim Farley
Eddie Cantor
Fred Waring
Glee Club
Boris Karloff
Jan Waltin
Danny Kaye
Jimmy Walker
Bugs Baer
Cantor
Farley
Drum
Barton
Defend America and Pan American Unity Cited In Press Glance
A compilation of quotes reflecting fears and views on American defense, imperialism, and international perception. John L. Lewis urges civic contribution to national defense while critics warn against imperialism. Sherry Mangan notes Pan American tensions and media stereotypes. Churchill is cited asserting Allied support, framing peril and responsibility.
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America
John L. Lewis
United Mine Workers
Buzz Meredith charms Hollywood with zany turns and antics
Hollywood Notes recount Buzz Meredith evolving from earnest stage image to a goofier screen persona in 1940s comedies. He rejects test offers to force contracted returns, stars in Tom Dick and Harry, hosts playful stunts at studio and home, courts Ginger Rogers, and assembles a playful peace at Jimmy Stewart's house with hired extras.
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Hollywood
Burgess Meredith
Movetown
Flicker
Tey
Meredith
New York
Hamlet Meredith
Franchot
Peace-at-Any- Price Association
Harry
Buzz Meredith
Miss Rogers
Horse Growth Since Domestication Noted In History
The text observes that the horse has grown notably in size since its domestication by humans, implying selective breeding and habitat changes influenced its stature over time.
Businesses not going to be as usual in war effort
Washington report notes that defense needs will shift American industry away from surplus production toward war mobilization. Business leaders warn taxes on luxuries will rise and debt may extend to 90 billion, while government officials say wartime sacrifice and full mobilization are required to defeat Hitler and support Britain.
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Ashington
Southwest
Washington
Defense
Chiefs of Defense
Douglas C. MacKeachie
Division of
Office of Production Management
Department of Commerce
MacKeachie
House of Representatives
Ways and Means
Jesse Jones
Germany
United Stated
Hitler
Britain
Paragraphs Of Interest Summary Compilation
The passage notes existence of about 21 000 publishing establishments in the United States and mentions lack of formal recognition of Canada’s northern boundary. It states only two of Canada’s nine provinces lack an ocean outlet, recalls Henry Hudson near Albany, credits Vitus Bering with discovering northwestern America, and notes the Genesee River drops 261 feet within its bounds.
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Canada
Genesee River
Student rethinks drafting fate after quiz in Penn State course
Information Please Somerset reports supervisor George Co. Schmidt notes a student baffled by a drafting course quiz game. The seven questions reveal struggles with memory, math, and confidence, culminating in the final admission that a career as a draftsman seems unlikely.
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Somerset
George Co. Schmidt
Penn State
Natives of Jubaland in Africa brand themselves with cattle design
Residents of Jubaland in Africa sometimes mark themselves with the same brand as their cattle, a practice reflecting cultural symbolism and identity across the region.
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Jubaland
Africa
Serial Story Three To Make Ready By W H Pears Yesterday
Paula and Chris clash over a date with Kilo and Teague at the campus as Paula seeks help from Tony. Paula worries Kilo’s hold over Chris and debates canceling her party plan while Chris hints at a crucial, unshared obligation. Silent campus atmosphere heightens tension.
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Chris
Paula
Kilo
Jenks
Ace
Tony
Paulie
Kilo Sherwood
League
Ms Tately
Lark
Hrng
The
Paula Chooses A Night Of Dancing And Revelry
Paula, recovering from exams, changes plans and attends a Gamma Tau party with Tony. The evening turns festive with music and dancing until a sudden souring incident jars the revelers as chaos erupts amid the party atmosphere.
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George Tucker
Dan McGrew
Joe E. Lewis
Sherry Mangan
Fortune
U.S
Argentina
la Nacion
Buenos Aires
Viscount Halifax
Churchill
Paul Harrison
NEA
Lucie Neville
Peter Edson
Henry Hudson
Albany
China
Vitus Bering
Northwestern
Rochester, N. Y
W. H. Pears
Teague
Sweetland
PAMRI
Tele
Gamma Tau
TPONY
Ton
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