The Case Against Communism by Martin Dies
Representative Martin Dies of Texas urged outlawing the Communist party at a San Francisco gathering. He argued the bill of rights cannot shield traitors and that subversive groups linked to European dictatorships threaten American freedom. He noted the party’s alien nature, urged state and federal action, and cited Arizona Georgia New York West Virginia as precedents.
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Communist Party
Martin Dies
United States
Representative Dies
Congress
Arizona
Georgia
New York
West Virginia
Erase Scars Erase Scars in Facial Skin Treatments
Question and answer style medical column describes scar removal methods for facial acne and rosacea including scarification, calamine dressings, boric acid, and oil, plus pitting scars treated with gentle cuts, creams, and heat or UV options, noting limited success and cautions. Dr Cannon advocates X ray for keloids with surgical options and careful specialist oversight.
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A. B. Cannon
Columbia University
Tom
Cannon
The Dream as Escape in American Life 1910
A reflective essay argues dreams replace action in America, using Betty Brown as a case study. It claims dreams charm with glamorous fantasies but lack work ethic, and that persistent dreaming erodes real opportunities, urging readers to embrace effort over escapist visions.
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Betty Brown
Betty
Hollywood
Wanda
Baan
America
Lake Bie
Dany
King Pras
Synd
Calendar master amid credit crisis era
In this era of credit buying a man who can devise a calendar stands out as a rare skill. The piece suggests the importance of timing and financial navigation as households face costly months and tightening budgets, highlighting practical ingenuity.
Knowledge Test Puzzle From Reading
A fragmented page presents a knowledge quiz with clues about myths kings and characters. It lists names like Cornelia Colleen Bawn and references to figures such as Artemis and Apollo, along with royal and literary pairs, inviting readers to supply correct words.
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Cornelia
Colleen Bawn
Clyremnestra
Apollo
Columbine
Athos
Porthos
Brian Bory
Davi
Harum
St. Cecnia
Tght
The Light Publishes Impartial 1940 Campaign Letters
The Light presents opposing views on campaign issues and invites reader letters. Space may limit publication, and opinions expressed are not necessarily The Light’s.
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The
Light
Why I'll Vote For Willkie by Elizabeth Butler Howry
The author argues that leadership rests on mind and character, praising Willkie over Roosevelt. She cites government overreach, high debt, and weak defense, endorsing Willkie and Senator McNary as capable, honest leaders who can restore defense, prudence, and national spirit in America.
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Elizabeth Butler Howry
Woman's National Democratic Club
Washington Opera Associaton, Inc
Weilten
Willkie
Roosevelt
Mr. Roosevelt
America
McNary
Jimitason
Why I’ll Vote For Roosevelt by Barnet Hodes
The Chicago corporation counsel writes in support of Franklin D Roosevelt citing strong national defense and leadership during international tensions. He praises Roosevelt for domestic gains restoring hope and courage, and argues a continued presidency will defend free speech and religion and keep America strong and democratic.
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Barnet Hodes
City of
Roosevelt
White House
America
Gloucester FIshermen Remember Fallen Sailors At Memorial
In Gloucester Massachusetts a sea disaster toll rose with two fishermen Lawrence Dancelly and Baltazar Fernandes lost April 1 as storms swept ships. Nearly 16000 residents gathered at the Legion building to honor the dead, wreaths placed at the Fisherman's memorial statue and a procession to Brynman bridge for formal exercises.
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Gloucester
Mass
Lawrence Dancelly
Baltazar Fernandes
Legion Building
Brynman Bridge
Silent Fishermen’s Tribute at Sea Memorial
Edwin C. Hill describes a New England scene as delicate flowers float toward a harbor memorial honoring fishermen. Chaplain Russell reads names Doucette and Fernandes while wives sob. volunteers scatter blossoms, singing Scatter Flowers on the Wave as boats drift.
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George E. Russell
Doucette
Fernandes
Chris
Marriage or Draft Push Upfront in Early 20th Century Satire
The piece satirizes young men rushing to marriage to avoid military service, noting honest but reckless views from 1816-17 and a modern crowd defying matrimony for personal freedom. It contrasts bachelor bravado with the stabilizing influence of a wife and training camp life, revealing social attitudes toward love, duty, and risk.
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Graf
Jess
Mel
Cape
News Behind The News By Paul Mallon
Washington analysis argues a Hitler invasion of the United States this fall is unlikely while defense conscription politics surge. Stimson contemplates retirement as Patterson carries workload. Bulitt and Cudahy faces stir public reaction and Roosevelt seeks to leverage ambassadors in campaigning. King Features syndicate distributes this commentary.
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Washington
Stimson
Stott Marshall
Hitler
United States
Congress
Gallen
Roosevelt
War
Navy
Orderles
Bill Bullite
Independence Hall
Cudahy
Bullitt
London
Senate
Lkely
Robert Patterson
Patterson
King Features Syndicate, Inc
City plans subways and viaducts for San Antonio crossings
On August 26, 1920, city plan engineer H E Kincaid outlined a map proposing subways and viaducts to replace grade railroad crossings in San Antonio. The city and railroads would share responsibility for the project as traffic safety advances. A local petroleum firm announced a one cent gasoline price hike at eight stations to 42 cents per gallon, with kerosene at 20 cents. B Diack of San Antonio said he would push a January bill to place police and fire departments under civil service, removing them from city control.
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San Antonio
H. £. Kincaid
City Plan Engineers
Kinesid
One Petroleum Company
B. Diack
Legisliture
Ure
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Absiumnon
Mr. Willkie
Jefferson
Bown
By Edwin C. Hill
New England
Kimi Enn
Syed
Helen Rowland
Becauee
Beverly Nichols
Hawaii
Atks
Hke
Kink Fyne
Ryn
Paul Mallon
Ing
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