American Tractors for Russia and the Iron Curtain
Congress uncovered that 742 percent of U.S. farm tractor production was secretly sent to Russia and allied Europe. The move could deprive American farmers of essential tools, risking a domestic famine within months. Representative Andersen warned that idle machine plants and a secret deal could imperil American food supplies.
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Russia
Europe
Civilian Production Administration
Andersen
Minnesota
United States
Congress
Vivid Gossip and Odd Tales From a 1940s Page
Column by Jack Lait blends street charity banter with overheard society chatter. Profiles Luke the Duke a Lexingtion East panhandler and riffs on changing cash tips amid wartime lean times, then threads a parade of celebrity marriages, engagements, and show business notes across theaters and clubs.
Pegler critics AVC platform in New York column
Westbrook Pegler argues the American Veterans Committee biases coverage and opposes many policies abroad. He criticizes its push for solidarity with anti Communist causes, calls deindustrialization of Germany and Japan a dangerous aim, and questions the group’s dole proposals and strike tactics. He notes AVC leaders and compares it to Amvets.
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American Veterans’ Committee
Feran
Argentina
Hitler
AVC
Moscow
Charles Bolte
Gl Harrison
Edward McHale
Amvets
Germany
Japan
Dole
Joe Fay
Kinals
Mussolini
Bom
Mirror of Your Mind insights on makeup and self-reliance
A column blending ancient Egypt curiosities with modern psychology asks if makeup was used by women in the afterlife, cites an archeological find of a vast burial chamber with graves and jewelry, then shifts to views on upbringing, female independence, and fear, ending with notes on alcohol dulling perception of danger and moral sense.
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Ring Feat
Dyn, Inc
Listen World Women or Men Career Beliefs
Elsie Robinson argues women and men are equally intelligent but differ in approach. She believes most women pursue careers for money or love, yet value intimate companionship. home life offers broader skills and varied challenges, with women shaping crises through the "feminine touch."
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Queen Victoria
Advice to Lovelorn Readers on Two Suitors
Dear Miss Fairfax counsels a reader torn between two lovers, one in the merchant marine and the other a civilian. The advice urges the writer to wait, consider her heart clearly, and avoid marriage until she can say yes without doubt. The letter warns that true love means focusing on the chosen partner and staying single if unsure.
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Miss Fairfax
Marie
Merchant Marine
States
Opossum Meal Threat Looms In 1936 County News
A quirky note from the 6 August 1936 column recalls a police porter dreaming of dining on an opossum caught by officers in the 300 block Naytor fireet. The era also notes a county drive arresting 300 drivers over glaring headlights amid cricket uprisings downtown.
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Naytor Fireet
Understanding Leg Ulcers and Circulation Treatment Options
An article explains how blood flow sustains every cell and the consequences when circulation is impaired. It notes that leg ulcers stem from poor circulation, especially in the lower leg, and describes treatments such as tying varicose veins, elevating the leg, elastic support, and bland ointments, citing Dr. Leonard K. Stalker of Hackensack, New York.
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Leonard K. Stalker
Harchester
New York
Stalker
King Feat, Syad., Inc
MoviEs News Buzz Packed With Marla Montez and Jean Aumont
Hollywood gossip and early 1947 film plans run through this update. Marla Montez and Jean Pierre Aumont are teamed for Queen of Hearts and The Sextet Feather directed by Alexis Thumataxis in New Orleans era settings. Other moves include Johnny Garfield signing with Warners’ rival Charlie Einfeld and David Loew, Cary Grant projects in England, and Bing Crosby eyed for Paulette Goddard’s Carmen. A roundup tone notes radio plans from Edgar Bergen and top celebrities, plus personal life snippets and industry chatter.
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Hollywood
Marla
Jean
Bushman
Bayne
Wilma Banky
Rod Laroqua
Lunt
Fontanne
Freddy March
Florence Eldridge
Mexander Korda
England
Sound City
Cary Grant
Paulette Goddard
Carmen
Damon Runyon
Korda
Bing Crosby
Bing
Edgar Bergen
1 Ten
Jack Benny
Bud Hope
Fibber WeGee and
Molly
Ed Gardener
George Burns
Gracie Allen
Fred Allen
Fred
Red Skelton
Pattern 9135 for underwear and slips in multiple sizes
Pattern 9135 basic sewing with three pieces includes panties. Sizes listed range from 34 to 48 with 46 noted for slip. Prices and order details given by The San Antonio Light Pattern department. Orders filled from New York, delivery may take two weeks or longer.
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San Antonio
Texas
Marian’ Martin
Acting salesman turned actor in If Cover Big Town role
Frank Wilcox, once a house to house brush salesman, joins Paramount's If Cover Big Town for Pine Thomas. He now holds a featured acting role after a junior theater interest sparked by a tip from a salesman.
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Frank Wilcox
Frank How
Paramount
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