Congress May Out-Spree Boosting Defense Budget
Weekly News Analysis by Joseph W LaBine notes Congress pursues Roosevelt's 5.24 billion budget and a 1.3 billion naval boost as four committees press probes into defense and war plans. Senate indecision and election-year caution color talk of a two-ocean navy and potential Guam fortifications amid Japan concerns.
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Bank of America Threat Reveals Federal Pressure
L M Giannini warned he would pull Bank of America from the fed system unless Treasury Secretary Morgenthau halts what he called persecution of officers by the Securities Exchange Commission now probing Transamerica, owner of 40 percent of the bank. Morgenthau struck back next day signaling political retaliation and ongoing investigations amid a crowded Capitol scene.
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War News Narrow Focus on Germany Amid Global Turbulence
Amid mid-winter clashes in Western Europe and sea skirmishes, attention centers on Germany as Soviet Finnish fronts and Baltic threats unfold. Berlin endures a harsh cold wave disrupting coal and food, rumors of pay in jobs, while Allied cabinet reshuffles and Chamberlain Hore Belisha tensions ripple through London. Soviet counter moves on the Salla front and a possible Finnish victory colors the war’s tempo as reports claim heavy Russian losses and a looming lull in action.
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Italo Hungarian Pact Breaks With Germany Over Balkans
Hungary seeks Italy's help to shield the Balkans from Russia or Germany. Stefan Csaky carries a plan to keep Romania aligned with Hungary and Bulgaria by granting territorial revision. Italy and neighbors would back Romania if Russia moves in, or invade if Romania refuses. Details withheld to avoid offense to Reich and Russia.
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News Quiz From Early 20th Century Minted Questions
A fragmented quiz asks about Bartow West Virginia coal news, a British admiralty lord possibly becoming defense chief, treasury pocket money figures for January 1, 1919, and Endicott Johnson Shoe workers voting for C I L affiliation, plus party committee meet dates for 1919 conventions.
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News Quiz Answers Summary
Answer key identifies Ninety miners trapped underground, Winston Churchill noted, option A correct as peak per capita circulation since March 29, a false claim about thumbs down on C 1 OQ and A Foot L. Democrats on February Republicans February 16. It signals GOP delay in candidate and platform planning until opposition commits.
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Sparkle of Diamonds Fashion Tendency in Jewelry
Jewelry trend described by Muriel King promotes a single striking piece with a sheath gown in black or dark crepe, or satin options. Emphasizes versatile three-way pieces like a diamond mounted brooch that can become a watch pendant, pairing with blouses, slippers, and varied necklines for day and night wear.
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Household Questions And Tips for Gowns Hangers and Cooking
Household tips cover removing canned asparagus tops, feeding houseplants, lighting for cacti, straining juice with cheesecloth, melting chocolate over hot water, grape juice with grapefruit, removing duck down with hot cloth, toasting crusty rolls for salad accompaniment, and creaming fudge with cornstarch.
Pastel Prints Silk Dresss and Straw Hat Display
Silk spectator sports dress in pale blues and greens features a classic shirt top and pleated skirt. Complemented by a wine and natural colored straw hat, the ensemble emphasizes soft pastel colorings for resort wear.
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Jewelry Contrasts Jewelry in Deep Tones of Color
Jewelry contrasts jewelry in deep tones of the same color to create an effective accent for lame evening frocks as described in a fashion note.
Watch Pockets Take Center Stage in Fashion
Pockets become key design elements in dresses and coats this season. Designers feature saddlebag, peg-top, pouch, patch, kangaroo, and sandwich pockets in varied sizes. Handwork like shirring, tucking, embroidery adds glamour as the pocket dress becomes a popular theme.
Cowl Shaped Skirt Style in Evening Frock
A white silk jersey evening dress features a long cowl draped skirt from waist to floor. The bodice gathers in graceful folds slanting from right shoulder to left waist, with center bodice drapery secured by a wing embroidered in gilt beads and gold sequins.
Leopard Sailor Brims and Rows in New York Design Debut
A New York designer unveils a leopard fur inspired sailor look debuting in a casual fashion row. The collection features brimmed hats and tailored garments blending classic nautical style with bold animal print for contemporary street wear.
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On a Dollar Bill The Great Seal’s Symbols Explained
The passage describes the dollar bill’s reverse seal design from June 1782. It notes a Latin motto translated as May God favor our undertakings and a phrase about a new order of things. The unfinished pyramid with an all seeing eye signifies the unfinished Republic, while the other side shows an eagle with olive branch and 13 arrows.
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