Why Bervin visited Foamies Eleanor Hoosevelt
The narrative recounts a morning start in Mobile Alabama and a visit to Fayetteville North Carolina with Major Eugene Harrison and General Devers. It notes Fort Bragg expansion and 65 000 soldiers easing into Fayetteville along with housing and leisure efforts. Also covers a New York trip for a dental appointment and meetings with educators and family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Mobile
Ala
Greensboro
N. C
King Cotton
Secret Service
Fayetteville
Fort Bragg
Maj
Eugene Harrison
White House
General Devers
North Carolina
Broughton
Miss Thompson
Major Harrison
Devers
New York
Washington
New York City
Women's Division
American Jewish Congress
Department of Education
Insulin and Diet discussed in Medical Q and A
A reader explains insulin may boost weight by increasing appetite and digestive absorption, citing editors from the Journal of the American Medical Association. Histamine tests showed insulin more effective than histamine in some nervous cases, while a Parkinson’s discussion notes no known cure and mentions quieting medicines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Sea Islands
Journal of the American Medical Association
P. Horstmann
Finland
Prevention of Pneumonia by Food and Rest
Dr. Barton discusses methods to prevent pneumonia through dietary measures and adequate rest. He emphasizes balanced nutrition, hydration, and sleep as key factors in supporting the immune system and reducing infection risk.
Drop in pneumonia deaths spurred by sulfa drugs and cold air risk
Dr James W Barton notes that despite sulfa drugs reducing pneumonia deaths, case numbers rise as prior infection predisposes to further attacks. He links cold damp weather and low sun, chilling blood and undermining oxygen delivery, to higher pneumonia risk, advising good nutrition and warmth to prevent illness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James W. Barton
Union
Life in the Mountains Then and Now by Kathleen Norris
Kathleen Norris recalls a past steeped in hard labor and frugal routines, describing cutting lamp wicks, cleaning chimneys, and sewing for a large family. She contrasts 50 years ago with today noting improved women’s lives, healthier children, and cleaner homes, while detailing daily life, dress, food, and social expectations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kathleen Norris
Missy
Miss Mary
Notes of an Innocent Bystander Broadway Small Talk
A collection of snatches on New York life and media figures. Jokes about Kaltenborn, Navy chiefs, RAF visits, and sharp wits from Broadway reporters. Observations include Broadway gossip, cafe scenes, and vivid street descriptions of Manhattan locales.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Broadway
H. V. Kaltenborn
Society For
Brooklyn
Manhattan
East 35Th Street
R.A.F
Sec’y
Navy
Frank Knox
Daily Beats
Chicago
Private Papers of a Cub Reporter Chaotic Era War Talk
A reflective column discusses strikes, labor versus management, and democracy under strain as wartime patriotism calls for unity. It recalls journalists George Holland and George MacKinnon, a hospital stay, and public debate over censorship and press freedom amid Hollywood and Nazi-era concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Army
Navy
Hitler
Arthur Krock
New York Times Columm
Times Pillarist
Hollywood
Betty Grable
Pattern 2790 Transfer Pattern for Picture 15 by 20 Inches
Pattern 2790 describes a transfer for a 15 by 20 inch picture with a color chart and stitching illustrations. It lists materials required and directs where to send the order.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Bervin
Foamies
Eleanor Hoosevelt
Woman's National Press Club
Mr. Hopkins
Jimmy
Dr. Barton
Today’s Health Column
Bell Syndicate
San Francisco
Lizzie
Mollie
Hettie Cattell
Charles MacArthur
MacArthur
Gene Tunney
NBC
John B. Kennedy
Mussolini
Niagara Falls
14Th Street
Earl Browder
Gink
42Nd Street
Tenth Avenue Mission House
Roxy
6Th Ave
9Th Ave
Cub
George Holland
George MacKinnon
Boston
MacKinnon
Medical Arts Hospital
Union College
Miami
Omaha
Sewing Circle Needlecraft Dept
Eighth Ave
Warthelemy
Carlyle
Seneca
Wiecuel LE Pte Cle
Doan
WNU
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