Weekly News Analysis on Neutrality Law and Armament Policy
Edward C. Wayne argues for repeal of the Neutrality Act and arming U S merchant ships to keep sea lanes open. The piece links the Pink Star sinking to free seas policy, notes Berlin and Rome reactions, Morgenthau’s 6 percent profit cap proposal, Baruch’s wage concerns, and Wickard’s call for greater farm production to aid Britain.
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U. S
Montana
Hitler
White House
Congress
Berlin
Washington
Panama
United States
Rome
Virginio Gayda
Russians Hold, Germans Gain Kiev and Leningrad
The article reports Nazi gains in central and northern fronts with Kiev and Leningrad under pressure, while Soviet reverses prompt admissions of leadership failures in retreat areas. It notes British RAF aid joining the Russian front, destroying seven Messerschmitts with one loss. Also covers the Duke of Windsor and Wallis Warfield traveling to see a 4000 acre ranch, visiting Washington and other cities.
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Wickard
United States
England
Hitler
Congress
Kiev
Leningrad
Moscow
Marshal Budenny
Hungary
Romania
Italy
Ukraine
Royal Air Force
R.A.F
Canada
Duke of Windsor
King
Wallis Warfield
Baltimore
Bahamas
Miami
Washington
Chicago
Alberta
New York
Hurricane hits Houston as season begins with costly misjudgment
Tropical storm season arrives with a bang as a severe hurricane strikes Houston Texas causing millions in damage. The weather bureau had warned Texans of safety 24 hours before the center hit, prompting criticism for a prior error. Strikers back down seize: Seafarers union meetings urged action on 25 strike bound ships. Three ships freed immediately as unions agree to government mediation for remaining vessels. The Maritime Commission crews sail three government ships at once.
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Houston
Texas
Weather Bureau
A. F. of L
Maritime Commission
Sixteen Pratterns for Girls by Sewing Circle
The notice advertises Pattern No. 8005 for sizes 8 to 16 years with fabric and yardage details for a middy top and skirt. Also included is a human interest tale about a father planning a stained glass memorial, noting the minister shows an angel window and the father deems it not like his wife.
Army Men Prefer Camels In Service Cigarette Gifts
Modern war moves have not changed the Army smoker’s preference for Camels. Sales records show Camels are the favorite cigarette across Army Navy Marine Corps and Coast Guard, with dealers promoting “Send a Carton of Camels” as a fitting gift for service members overseas or at home.
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Uncle Sam
Army
Navy
Marine Corps
Coast Guard
Adv
Household Tips From A Brass Era Page
A collection of quick fixes and kitchen hacks including using soda in frosting to prevent runniness and a drop of oil or soap for squeaky door hinges. Also advice on treating fabrics, ham and macaroni leftovers, spicing pie crusts, and reviving dried glue with vinegar.
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Lee
Pongee Care Advisory for Ironing and Drying
Pongee fabric should be dry before ironing to avoid spots and streaks. Ironing while damp can cause visible marks and uneven finish, so ensure complete dryness and use appropriate heat settings for best results.
Subject of Charity in a Slipping Life
A reflective piece on pity for a man who has held a good position yet feels himself slipping. It contrasts the sham of the crook, the apathy of the lazy, and the earnest struggle of the man slipping, calling him a true subject of charity.
Star Rug Pattern Easy to Crochet
A crochet pattern for a white star rug with diamond motifs, created in four strands of string. Pattern 2908 includes directions, illustrations, materials, color schemes, and is available from Sewing Circle Needlecraft Dept at 82 Eighth Ave New York. send 15 cents with name and address.
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Sewing Circle Pattern Dept
Wacker Dr
Chicago
Sewing Circle Needlecraft Dept
Eighth Ave
New York
Presidents Salary Through the Years
The President’s pay rose from 25000 to 50000 in 1873 during Grant’s term and to 75000 in 1909 before Taft’s inauguration. Today the package totals about 533950 including travel, entertaining, clerk hire, and White House upkeep.
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Congress
Lincoln
Grant
Taft
White House
Dr Caldwell's Laxative Senna with Syrup Pepsin Ad
An old time ad touts Dr Caldwell's Laxative Senna combined with Syrup Pepsin. It claims to wake lazy bowels and ease stomach upset from constipation, noting doctors use pepsin in prescriptions for a gentler taste and suggesting it for children as well.
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Dr. Caldwell
Sweetness Versus Vinegar Proverb Adage
A proverb compares sweetness to honey catching more flies than a hogshead of vinegar highlighting gentleness over harshness in persuasion. The old saying emphasizes choosing kindness in dealing with others.
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Edward C. Wayne
Western Newspaper Union
Roosevelt
Morgenthau
Treasury
Secretary of the Treasury
House Banking and Currency Committee
Bernard Baruch
Windsors
U.S
York
Harrisburg
Pittsburgh
Pan-American Airways
Fla
R.af
WW. Overton Snyder
Pan-American
Rha
Prince Albert
BJ. Reynolds Tobacco
Winsa-Balow
N. Oy
Pratterns
Sewing Circle J
Macaulay
Doan
P. F. Read
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