Rearmament Dawdling and Washington Centered Waste
Washington commentary argues the U S rearmament program stalls due to disorganized industry and government. It credits 1917 1918 mobilization successes to selective service and war industries board and notes industrial mobilization plan was discarded. The piece decries centralization in Washington draining state funds and urges localities to demand federal investment closer to home.
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Indus
War Department
War Industries Board
War College
Army Industrial College
Bernard M. Baruch
Washington
Ares
Kansas
Indiana
U. S
Squeedun
Skunk Creek
Six Americans credited for making Santa Claus a living symbol
The article traces Santa Claus from St Nicholas origins through Dutch America to the American image shaped by six individuals. It highlights Washington Irving and James Kirke Paulding as early writers, and Clement Clarke Moore whose poem fixed the modern look. It notes Dutch roots, evolving appearance, and the transformation during and after the American Revolution into a jolly, gift-giving figure.
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America
New Netherlands
Manhattan Island
Saint Nicholes
New York
St Nicholas
Santa Claus
Washington Irving
Irving
Knickerbocker
Nicholas
Enda
James Kirke Paulding
Paulding
St. Nicho
Holland
Moore
David Butler
St Paul's Church
Troy
N. Y
Troy Sentinel
Dr. Moots
New York Historical Society
Chelsea
New York City
St. Nicholas
Vixen
Donder
Dunder
Dr. Moore
John Reese
Santa
F. O.€. Darley
Darley
Nast
Hire
Sante Claus
Washington
James
Kirke Pawling
Dre. Clement Clark Moore
Felix O.C Darley
Thomas Nast
Poets of America
Santa Claus Legend Tied to Moore Irving and Nast Origins
A historical note traces Santa’s image to Clement Clarke Moore and Washington Irving, with early influences from James Kirke Paulding and Dutch legend. It credits Darley and Nast for visual renderings that shaped the modern Santa, from the sleigh to the chimney entry, tying the familiar figure to a chain of 19th century American creators.
1941 Circus to Dazzle With Bel Geddes Redesigns
From Sarasota word says the Ringlings will overhaul the 1941 big show with Norman Bel Geddes redesigns from tent to elephant. The trend shifts from traditional pageantry to glamorous improvements, including air conditioning and enhanced interiors, aiming to revive the old circus allure while risking overglamour.
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Sarasota
Hollywood
Vis Metro-Goldwyn
Acer
Norman Bel Geddes
Ringlings
Kensley
Erco
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Princess Style Frack Dress Pattern Ad
Advertisement for a Princess style frock pattern No. 0728 aimed at sewing enthusiasts. Describes a draped bodice, concealed fullness, and slim silhouette with a tailored skirt, noting yardage, sizes 19 14 US 38 and features like cap sleeves and crepe options. Includes pattern price and order details.
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Clement Clark Moore
Sheba
Indore
Cinderella
Bagdad
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Sime
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Flore
Lester Luther Watts
Hasan
Sewing Circle Pattern Dept
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