Loose Habits and The Human Side of News Moral
Edwin C. Hill uses Jack Dempsey’s warning against mixing boxing with loose habits to urge Americans to examine their civic duties. The piece argues that national responsibilities demand disciplined, informed voting and adherence to democratic traditions, calling readers to strengthen habits and vote as good Americans.
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Edwin C. Hill
Hearst
Jack Dempsey
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Dempsey
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Hill
United States
Phonograph Boom Reflects Free Market Beats Goebbels Myth
The piece notes a dramatic rise in phonograph record sales from about four million in 1993 to an estimated 137 million this year. It cites better products, a self-starting public, and juke boxes as drivers, while exploring gender roles and social changes fueling the music boom and broader democratic spirit.
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Germany
Russia
Herr Goebels
Molotov
The Inner Threat Our Own Softness by Roy Skelton
A historical column critiques shifting American values as women post 1840s safety and comfort priorities reshape democracy. It argues for renewed toughness and warns that overprotective trends risk weakening national character, urging reader feedback on Skelton’s provocative stance.
Knowledge Test on Forest Trees and Woods
A fragmentary knowledge test lists tree names and wood uses. It mentions alder maple ash yew and other species with notes on dyes and aromas, hints at a Cherokee named variety, and references a page for answers.
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Europe
Light columns present opposing views on 1940 campaign
The Light offers impartial columns with readers opinions on the 1940 campaign. Letters are invited though space limits may prevent publication. Views expressed do not necessarily reflect The Light's own positions.
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Why I ll Vote for Willkie by George Pattullo
George Pattullo argues for Willkie in a Light essay. notes fear of Roosevelt’s “emergency” rhetoric and wasteful policy, praises Willkie’s pledges and executive ability, warns of centralization of power and risk of dictatorship, and urges voters to defend American liberties despite old party loyalties.
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George Pattullo
Roosevelt
Willkie
White House
Republic
Why I'll Vote for Roosevelt
A Hollywood Screen World columnist endorses Franklin D. Roosevelt, praising his independence, economic progress, and support for labor and farmers. The piece criticizes Willkie and Wall Street, arguing Roosevelt’s leadership benefits the common people and national resilience, while defending the idea of a possible third term.
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Mr. Willkie
Cretinism and Endocrine Gland Functions Overview
The text explains endocrine glands and their roles in growth and development, focusing on thyroid issues and cretinism. It notes glands like thyroid, pancreas, adrenals, pituitary, and sex glands, and mentions treatments using hormone secretions for deficiencies. It warns about under and over secretion effects and early treatment importance for cretinism.
Study on Treatment of Mental Retardation Highlights Thyroid Therapy
A study by Dr. A W. Brown examined 25 children treated for one to seven years. About three quarters had below normal IQ. Early diagnosis and continued thyroid extract yielded best results, with diet and exercise boosting general health. Special training is often needed for these children. Dosing varied by case and accuracy was important.
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Mom
United States
Rey Skelton
Cain
Taina
A W. Brown
Thyroid Dosing Guidance From Dr Banderen and Dr Bunt
Dr Banderen notes that increasing thyroid extract doses can trigger unfavorable symptoms. Dr Bunt of the University of Pennsylvania suggests monitoring rectal temperature. a rise of one degree above normal signals excess thyroid. Lack of thyroid deficiency may emerge at ages two, six, or during adolescence 11 to 36 years as life demand on the thyroid changes.
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Charles W. Bunt
University of Pennsylvania
Ink Fenn, Synd., Inc
Marry-Go-Round Dreams of Youth and Peaceful America
Gertrude Fitegerald writes optimistically that youth will find great opportunities if America remains a peace-haven. Refugees from Europe, educated and ambitious, may grow to love the country. A united hemisphere is forming, aiming for construction over destruction and a cultural center of the world, despite current world upheaval and uncertainty about direction.
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Gertrude Fitegerald
America
Europe
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News Behind the News by Paul Mallon
Washington a look at Labor Board politics in Roosevelt era. John Lewis clashs with UAW delegates over third term support. Boardman Edwards Smith faced resistance over tenure and AFL leaders. Commentary links to Madden vacancy, labor strategy, and broader wartime maneuvering in Britain and Africa with references to Die and defense contracts shaping home districts.
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Citywide riverfront evictions announced by Mayor Chambers
A September 1920 report quotes Mayor M. Chambers declaring all structures on the San Antonio river must be removed. He states properties along the river will be cleared, downtown and suburbs alike, to enforce the policy. Also noted is a fare announcement for a Texas State Fair round trip from Dallas with a fare detail.
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San Antonio
Jonahan
Lazarus
Walt
Uckers
Texas
Dallas
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