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Newspaper

Polk Progress

Location

Polk, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Dec 14, 1939

Page

6

US scorns neutrality in Finland crisis and Russia moves

An editorial analysis notes President Roosevelt’s stance on Russia’s invasion of Finland, Republican criticisms, and a shift toward aiding Finland through the RFC and Red Cross. It also surveys European reactions, Sweden Denmark and the Balkans, and looming Russian aims.

U. S Finland Russia Romania Communist Party Moscow Agitator Roosevelt Republican Party America Europe Germany Reich Sweden Laurence Steinhardt White House RFC Red Cross League of Nations Denmark Sug- 4 R. J. Sandler Balkans Estonia Latvia Lithuania Kremlin Communist International

Nation’s Manufacturers Endorse Broad Pro Industry Platform

After two days denouncing the New Deal, the National Association of Manufacturers adopted a platform of American industry. It pledges labor protections and high incomes, worker union choice, mild critique of labor law, consumer value, and transparent reports for investors with a strong capital base.

National Association of Manufacturers U. S

Dewey Seen as Roosevelt Rival in Mythical 1944 Race

A Princeton Gallup poll shows Tom Dewey trailing Roosevelt 54 to 46 in a hypothetical 1944 contest. The survey notes Roosevelt's strength among relief and low income voters and cautions that outcomes remain uncertain before the actual election.

Dewey America Franklin Roosevelt Princeton N. J Gallup New York Tom Dewey Minneapolis

Foreign party fare for New Year's Eve entertains with Cuban flair

The column offers a Cuban flavored party menu with Arroz Con Pollo, Garlic Bread, rolled sandwiches, and Italian spaghetti options. It includes coffee served in small cups, decaffeinated options, and decor tips like maracas and ceramic figurines. A teaser notes Eleanor Howe will dedicate a column to youth parties next week.

Cuba Eleanor Howe

Notable figures connect to policy and crime in early reports

Joseph P. Kennedy arrives in Britain for conferences that may shape U S foreign policy. Al Capone, freed from Alcatraz, placed with Dr Manfred S Gutmacher. Fritz Kuhn, Bund leader, sentenced to 2 to 5 years at Sing Sing. Irene Castle McLaughlin drops divorce suit against Maj Frederick McLaughlin.

Joseph P. Kennedy U. S Great Britain al Capone Chicago Alcatraz Manfred S. Guttmacher Fritz Kuhn Bundsfuehrer Sing Sing Irene Castle McLaughlin Maj Frederic Mclaughlin

Holiday Recipes leaflet by Eleanor Howe details Christmas treats

An advertisement notes a pre pared leaflet titled Holiday Recipes by Eleanor Howe featuring old favorites and new Christmas cakes cookies puddings and confections. To obtain a copy readers should mail 10 cents to Holiday Recipes care of Eleanor Howe 919 North Michigan Avenue Chicago Illinois released by Western Newspaper Union.

Eleanor Howe North Michigan Avenue Chicago Illinois Western Newspaper Union

Frequent Cleaning Is Protection for Woodwork

Interior woodwork finish lasts longer and looks better with frequent thorough cleaning. Remove surface dust and prevent grease film. Wash when dusting is inadequate. Use non harming solvents and a good quality soap on varnished or painted surfaces. Refinish when paint is flecked or discolored.

Refrigerator Tips for Safe Food Storage

Perishable foods should go in the fridge promptly. Wash raw fruits and vegetables under running water and wipe milk bottles. Cool leftovers before storing in tight containers to prevent odors and flavors mixing. Strong odor foods like cheese belong on the top shelf.

Evil Habits Prove Easier to Break When Set Early

A maxim notes that once evil habits are formed they become harder to mend, while early disruption yields easier reform. The quote attributed to Quintilian emphasizes the persistence of vices and the value of early intervention to curb them.

Quintilian

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