Vandenberg Urges Clear Stand for Poland in Russia Threat
Senator Arthur Vandenberg of Michigan sharply criticizes the administration’s silence on Russia’s drive to dismember Poland. He argues for frankness about allied aims and a fraternity of peace after liberation, warning that silence breeds guilt and resentment among the United Nations while Russia seeks to banish Poland from the alliance.
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Arthur H. Vandenberg
Michigan
Russia
Vandenberg
Senate Foreign Relations Committee
Administration
Poland
Senate
United Nations
Senator Vandenberg
United States
Curtin Seeks Partial Demobilization Amid Pacific Shift
Australian Prime Minister John Curtin arrives in San Francisco to argue for partial demobilization of Australian forces as the Southwest Pacific improves. He stresses the Australian army’s combat strength remains intact while less suitable combat personnel return to civilian roles. He notes Americans, also many unsuited for combat, participate in the reallocation debate and addresses potential U S Australia policy misunderstandings and controversy.
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John Curtin
Australia
San Francisco
Southwest Pacific
United States
Curtin
Walter Winchell Column Satirizes Hollywood and Washington Trials
The column riffs on Walter Winchell style remarks about arly Smythe and a Washington trial of 30 alleged vediLionists near the Canadian border. It mocks Macarthur boosters, praises Lian Hellman and The King Wind, notes Lynn Turner and the Stork’s Picture stunt, and critiques media shifts, war bond drives, and bureaucrats while comparing political rhetoric and entertainment industry excess.
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Smythe
Wruve Acess
Washington
Macartthurs
Wisenheimers
Lian Hellman
Lynn Turner
Broadway in Wisconsin tops crowds as four shows thrill
A fragmentary entertainment page notes Broadway in Wisconsin drawing the loudest cheers, with four reviews including The Memphis Belles and Show White delighting packed houses. Jack Benny lampoons Bob Hope. a cautionary feature warns about Blackmail and wartime fears tied to a congressional privilege. Detroit writer Carlisle contributes a light piece about an OPA office sighting.
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Wisconsin
Memphis Belles
Jack Benny
Bob Hope
Revival by Aimee Semple McPherson Draws L.A. Crowds
From the L. A. Light files, an April report notes Mrs. Aimee Semple McPherson, famed West Coast evangelist, delivering prayer services at the Municipal Auditorium. The revival, staged with elaborate effects, drew audiences tonight as it continued in San Antonio.
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Aimee Semple
Pherson
Teve
Luing
Sim Antonio
These Days By George E Sokolsky
This piece reviews Fortune magazine's April issue on Japan and urges Americans to learn about Japanese psychology, politics, and culture to better understand and prepare for the looming conflict. It highlights a favorable view of the Fortune article The Way of the Gods and discusses Emperor Showa, Japanese leadership, and the need for informed public discourse.
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Solithe
Japan
Fortune
China
Far East
Tnd
Dapan
Dapart
United States
Kung Fens
Send, Inc
Contempt clashes and legal gambits mark sedition trial
Washington coverage details how the sedition trial opens with oddities a missing defendant a defiant woman defendant and warnings of sensational acts, while defense strategies rely on contempt to delay proceedings. The piece notes 30 defendants with 22 lawyers facing 300 cases, contrasting with past multi-defendant trials and citing Judge Edward Eicher’s patience and background.
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Washington
Pia Mkely
Brooklyn
Frank Hogan
Ale
Moscow
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Vitamin content varies by food and cooking method
Experts note vitamin losses from improper prep and soda use. Eva Tonelson of the University of Minnesota stresses boiling heat, minimal water, and rapid boiling to preserve vitamins B1 and C in greens and other vegetables. Emphasizes citrus and tomatoes as vitamin C sources and warns against soda in cooking.
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Eva Tonelson
University of Minnesota
Nutrient-Preserving Cooking Tips From Dr Bundesen
Dr Bundesen recommends saving cooking water after boiling peas since about 75 percent of vitamin C remains in the water. He also advises preparing chopped fruit and vegetables shortly before serving to minimize enzyme loss and preserve vitamin C.
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King Fans, Syn, Inc
What does 'getting back to normal' really mean
Mac argues that true normal does not return. He notes rapid changes and insists society cannot revert to the past. People crave easier times yet effort and progress erase yesterday's comforts, making a real return impossible. He lists lack of refrigerators and other advances as examples of the era’s hard conditions.
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Mac
Mas
Nernal
Muse of Misery and the Elusive Normal Life
Elsie Robinson muses on perpetual yearning and discontent. She questions whether a true normal period ever exists for anyone, suggesting collective restlessness and constant striving shape society. The piece probes if any imagined normal would suit others and questions the endurance of such a state.
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Maz
Kine Frat Syn., Inc
Letters from the Home Front Inspire War Era Dreams
Natalie argues war offered purpose for idle women who now dream big and travel far in a letter filled piece. The piece notes women composing wear patriotism with uniforms while men long for documents and news from overseas. The author references Eunice and a 1944 copy by Hing Fean Bynd.
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Bhrrman
Natalie
South Ferry
Washington
Cat
Eunice
Tor Flay
Morde
Hing Feaa
Sam Houston romance in early Texan saga amid 1881 San Antonio tale
In a San Antonio Light narrative set around May Day in Mobile Alabama, Sam Houston returns from Indian wandering to influence Texas destiny. He meets Margaret Lea, sister to Mrs Bledsoe, whose beauty and fate entwine with his legend as the parade of San Jacinto fades and Houston searches for a future nation across the Mississippi.
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Eliza Allen
Tennessee
Hous~ton
Eliza
Tiana
Texas
Houston
San Jacinto
Gain Houston
Mobile
Ala
Bledsoes
Mississippi
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Margaret Lea
Margaret
Sam Houston
New Orleans
San Johnto
San Antonio
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