McKellar bill would curb executive power and preserve democracy
The article advocates Senator McKellar of Tennessee pushing a bill to require presidential nomination and Senate confirmation for all federal officials earning 41500 or more, and even proposes congressional control for petty officials. It argues forfeiting diffuse patronage prevents dictatorship and ensures government remains responsive to the people, warning against New Deal appointments concentrating power.
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McKellar
Tennessee
Senate
Senator McKellar
James Byrnes
Harry Hopkins
Donald Nelson
Paul McNutt
Wallace
Roosevelt
Edward C. Flynn
Democratic National Committee
Pacific War
Supreme Court
New York Scene Captures Stars at Diverse Venues
Walter Winchell reports on a bustling New York cultural milieu with Abbott and Costello dancing the conga, Susan Hayward at Park Central, Helen Hayes in Harrie, Mary Martin and Carole Landis among many glittering figures. The piece notes public interest around theater, cinema, and social happenings, including party chatter and live performances.
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Walter Winchell
Brads Aisc Bennie
New York
Abbott and Costello
George Abbott
Diosa’ Costello
Susan Hayward
Park Central
Mirniam Hopkins
John Gunther
Mary Martin
Hotel Navarro
Sith
Carole Landis
Madeleine Carrolla
Coq Rouge
Milton Berle
Paul Whiten
Gershwin
Clear
Sifth Street
Edward G. Robinson
Helen Hayes
Henry Miller
Tressury
Randolph
OWL Overseas Branch
Libby Holman
Berkshire
Arthur Murray
Marjorie Holmes
Lippineau
Banc
Goering, Goebbels and Co
Letters From England by Margaret Cullen Benning
An Englishwoman’s view of American women after Pearl Harbor contrasts American and British roles, praising British resilience and critiquing patronizing tendencies. The author, Margaret Cullen Benning, shares observations from a survey of England and discusses class and gender norms, urging clarity about wartime social change.
Auto crash kills Cotulla trio in Wells region tragedy
Three young Cotulla men BH Talbott L W Gaddie Jr and Tim Coker died in a Wells auto wreck last night. George Cook Jr hospital in Pearsall Curtis Hering and Elmer Ferguson fatally injured taken to Cotulla homes. Meantime a 1922 high school game saw Brorkenridge academy batter Went Cexag Military by 12 0 in a dramatic season opener.
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Cotulla
Actes
Wells
BH Talbott
L. W. Gaddie Jr
Tim Coker
George Cook Jr
Pearsall
Curtis Hering
Elmer Ferguson
Gotuila
Nate Derestory
Schstab
Women defend earners equality in wartime toil
Elsie Robinson writes about women workers facing masculine prejudice and demoralized domestic life as they win wage parity. She notes wages of four to five pounds weekly, 20 to 25 dollars, and skilled rates at 24 cents an hour after apprenticeship. Women workers are trained professionals from various fields, sacrificing for the war effort. The piece highlights how British and American audiences overlook their contributions and resilience.
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Margaret Cul
Benning
England
Alca
Trey
Bricker and Willkie vie for GOP 1944 nomination
Analysis notes Bricker of Ohio as leading Republican hopeful with Taft coalition support and possible bloc of delegates. Willkie's campaign gains publicity but delegates unclear. Dewey and New York are discussed, with contention over draft prospects and state machines guiding bloc strength amid a shifting Democratic scene around Roosevelt’s fourth term plans.
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Bricker
Ohio
Republican Party
Georgia
New York
Willkie
Indiana
Washington
Oregon
Middle West
California
Love
Dewey
Jas
Wilke
Augo
Blassen
Minnesota
Mecnide
Iowa
Balfonstall
Bmassachusetts
Heart Disease and Exercise Guidelines for Patients
Guidance on managing heart disease advises careful activity limits based on disease type and age. Patients should learn their heart’s reserve, avoid overexertion, adjust work and living habits, and may need bed rest during severe symptoms. Digitalis can aid some, and moderation in diet tobacco and alcohol matters.
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Lily
Nyard
Moderalien
Invasion Plans for Texas Recalled in Matamoros Strategy
The Provisional Council considered an invasion via Matamoros as a strategic springboard for Texas independence. Col. James W. Fain led a deputation to authorize private expeditions using government property to seize Matamoros and gather supplies from San Antonio and Goliad, with San Patricio cited as a rally point as Houston remained uninformed.
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Mexico
Matamorga
Matamoros
Monterrey
Dames W. Fain
Ile Council
Aml
Fannin
Remuiny
Matamoroa
Malamovoy
San Antonio
Galiad
San Pateletay
Sim Houston
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Kaufman
Keaufman
G. 3
Nathan
He Qaitie
Casbah
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Youmans
Broadway
Lrter, Inc
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Hollywood
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Min- Sven
Fran
Cione
Indy
Judy O'Grady
L. A. Light Files
Elsie Robinson
Paul Mallon
Gested
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Kelly-Nash
Hague
Ickes
Hopkins
David K. Niles
Walker
Jim Faricus
Charley Michaelsons
Mr. Roosevelt
Wing Keatthen Seudient, Inc
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Dr. H. N
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James Farber
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