Lights of New York anthem contest ends without winner
A. S. C. A. P. failed to award the $2,000 prize for a New York theme song after reviewing over 2,000 submissions. Mayor LaGuardia inspired the effort to capture the city tempo, but no composition met the standard for a lasting anthem.
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New York
West Coast
Newark
American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers
Fiorello H. LaGuardia
James G. Walace
Tin Pan Alley
Tin ‘Pan Alley
Gene Buck
Tiny swordfish submersibles eyed by Navy
The navy studies tiny swordfish like submarines capable of swimming in schools to torpedo enemy ships from under 250 yards. Plans call for 51 foot long vessels with two crew, breathing tubes, and assembly line production at about 12000 dollars each.
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Washington
Japan
Electric Boat Company
William H. Sutphin
House
Naval Affairs Subcommittee
Melvin Maas
Rep. Minn
Naval Affairs Committee
Arkansas Section Marked For Vast Game Refuge
MENA Ark A 96000 acre game refuge planned northwest of Mena in Ouachita National Forest would be the largest in the nation J E Bishop a sponsor said the move could create the refuge in the forest area
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Mena, Ark
Mena
Ouachita National Forest
J. E. Bishop
Dog Nervous Breakdowns Linked to Diet and Vitamin
Pasadena reports Dr. R. M. Pritchard treating a dog for nervous collapse. He cites Johns Hopkins experiments supporting canine nervous disorders. Treatment involves light dieting and a specific vitamin regimen.
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Pasadena
Calif
R. M. Pritchard
Johns Hopkins University
Simpler Gravestones Trend Replaces Ornate Markers
In Salt Lake City James S Walker, a eight year veteran gravestone polisher, notes a shift away from angels and doves toward streamlined markers. Family plots rise with large central markers and small flush stones, while life histories carved on stone fade as governments record vital data.
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Salt Lake City
Utah
James S. Walker
Walker
Quality Silks Lead Styles In 1938 Fashion Verse
The 1938 silk vogue emphasizes pure silks with new textures and crinkled prints. Elegant rustic weave Indian silk outfits pair with bold gypsy color contrasts and matching coats. Sheer ribbed crepe silks, honeycomb novelty crepes, and taffeta remain essential as scalloped hats trend in Paris reports.
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Milan
Paris
Western Newspaper Union
Indians Beat White Men To Use of Chewing Gum
BERKELEY CALIF The department of anthropology at the University of California reports that the Tubatulabal Indians in the South Fork valley of the Kern River made a chewing gum from milky sap of a wild Asclepias long before Europeans used it. Few tribe members remain yet scholars note their skill in confection and in turning honey dew into sugary cakes.
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Berkeley
Calif
Department of Anthropology
University of California
Ford Valley
Kern River
California
France Diverts Onions To Tear Gas Production
Paris reports onions promoted to war material as prices soar and exports restricted. Le Jour notes onions have nearly vanished from markets and cargoes sold at unprecedented prices as France uses the bulb as a key raw material for tear gas production.
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Paris
France
le Jour
Baby trims give that charm touch in summer fashion
Fashion notes show ultra feminine dress trends reviving baby trims across summer frocks and lingerie. Designers add dainty lace edgings pintucks and ribbon details to affordable washable outfits and dressy wear, boosting the pretty look.
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Cherie Nicholas
Simpler Day Dresses Split for Morning and Afternoon
Fashion notes describe day and afternoon dresses with straight lines and plaits for morning wear while afternoon styles drape. Hips are tightly modeled, positioned notably low, with plain contrast to tucked and shirred waists.
Versatile Silk Jersey in Sports and Eveningwear
Silk jersey proves adaptable for sports attire and afternoon or evening outfits. It blends well with other fabrics and works especially when used as a blouse paired with a wool suit.
Hot Weather Wear Embroidered Frock by Cheree Nicholas
A new rayon shadow and substance weave creates a cool light frock ideal for hot weather. The lacy washable dress features crease resistance and Swedish peasant embroidery in dusty rose pastels and white, with attention drawn to embroidery trends.
Why Deborah Sang and Ready for Emergencies
Lesson notes highlight Deborah as a leader called by God in Judges 4 1 9 12 14. It contrasts Israel’s disorder under human led choices with divine leadership and victory won when the Lord is with His people. The study urges readiness for emergencies and faithful leadership.
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Deborah
Israel
America
Earth
Withal
Lapidoth
Barak
God
Jobin
Wilbur M. Smith
Jesus Christ
Peloubet
Union
Value of Meditation in Divine Truth
A religious reflection asserts that true spiritual strength comes from meditation on divine truth, not merely reading. The idea emphasizes internal devotion and thoughtful contemplation as the path to wisdom and steadfast faith.
Attaining Perfection Emerson Quote Fragment
A fragmentary thought notes that warm loves and fears must shed their limits and blend with God to reach their own perfection. The line reflects transcendental aims and the poet’s spiritual diction.
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Emerson
Winners Named in Cake Recipe Contest at Experimental Kitchen
The Cake Recipe Contest winners include first prize to Mrs. D. F. Kelly of Whitewater Wisconsin and five second prizes awarded to homemakers across Michigan Illinois Iowa and Montana. Judges praised the exceptionally fine cake entries and used a careful scoring system evaluating appearance texture flavor and moisture.
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Experimental Kitchen Laboratory
New York City
C. Houston Goudiss
D. F. Kelly
Charles St
Whitewater
Wis
H. Harshburgen
Fifth Ave
Altoona
R. A. Williams
Rosemary Ave
Detroit
Mich
C. A. Burns
Oakland
Miss
Sadie Cunningham
Avermore
Laura Meyer
Pleasant St
Plymouth
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