The Pension Debate Marks a Deepening Social Crisis
The piece outlines looming pension fights in Congress as Democrats and Republicans clash over Townsendism and Social Security reform. It notes a proposed $30 monthly federal old age contribution, broader inclusion of workers, and earlier benefit starts, with rising costs and financing challenges.
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U. S
Washington
Townsend
Massachusetts
Allen T. Treadway
House
Ways and Means
Congress
Political Rumors Swirl Over Top U S Officials
Harold L Ickes may quit to seek the Democratic nomination for Chicago mayor. John Nance Garner faces a veiled push by Detroit friends as he is linked to a presidential bid. Anthony Eden could return as dominions secretary next month. Joseph Martin looks set to win the House Republican leadership on first ballot with broad support from GOP members.
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Harold L. Ickes
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John Nance Garner
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Detroit
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Garner
Anthony Eden
Neville Chamberlain
Massachusetts
Rep
Joseph Martin
House
Pan American Conference Faces Cultural and Political Tensions
U S delegates arrive at Lima for the Pan-American conference amid skepticism from 20 nations toward Yankee imperialism. Latin American powers push back on US leadership while seeking Europe trade, with concerns over communism and fascist influence complicating hemispheric defense plans.
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Cordell Hull
Hull
Mexico
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Olivier and Hollywood return to tune of unflattering truth
Star Olivier confesses he was fired from Hollywood five years ago after a clash with Greta Garbo and says he may never return. He chose stage success in London and New York and notes Wuthering Heights will feature a British villain. The piece also covers The Girl on the Magazine Cover casting, Knicks Stadler heather tricks, Lanny Ross radio deal, Patricia Crosby filming with Bing Crosby, and actors blending radio work with films.
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London
Aurence Olivier
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Merle Oberon
Greta Garbo
Garbo
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Mr. Goldwyn
Wuthering Heights
Olivier
Fred Astaire
Hermes Pan
New York
Vitamin D and cod liver oil’s role in preventing rickets
The article traces vitamin D discovery from cod liver oil to its essential role in preventing rickets. It explains how sunlight and fortified foods provide this nutrient, lists natural sources like fish liver oils and egg yolk, and notes public guidance on giving vitamin D to babies from early weeks.
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England
United States Children’s Bureau
Household tips on moistening cake and shoe care
A reader offers practical home hacks. Moisten dry fruit cake by wrapping in a cloth dampened with spiced fruit juice, then seal in an airtight container for a day or two. Other tips cover removing indelible ink with turpentine and ammonia, keeping ovens clean with coarse emery paper, grinding mince pies for easier digestion, and quieting creaking shoes with linseed oil.
Dressy Midwinter Fashions Offer Easy New Patterns
The Sewing Circle Pattern Dept. previews two stylish patterns No. 1641 and No. 1646 for winter wear. Soft Afternoon Dress flatters figure with a doll waist and scalloped neckline in velvet silk crepe satin or thin wool. Suspender Skirt With Jacket features a two piece set with crescent pockets and slim waist, in tweed wool crepe plaid or flannel. Sizes 12 to 20 for No. 1641 and 34% yards of 54 inch fabric for No. 1646 long sleeves. Send orders to Chicago address. patterns cost 15 cents.
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Sewing Circle Pattern Dept
W. Wacker Dr
Chicago
Bell Syndicate
WNU
Foe of Tranquility Quotation by Jeremy Taylor
A reflective adage asserts that nothing disrupts peace like unreadiness and inattention. The quote warns that surprise and confusion disturb a contented spirit, emphasizing preparedness as a path to calm.
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Jeremy Taylor
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