Notes to a Newspaperman Chronicle
A collection of social and political chatter from 1950 era columns. Rumors on Soviet agents entering U S under a trade oriented visa scheme, Goering’s widow Emmy, East Side umbrellas, Henry Wallace gossipy hints, Spaatz and military talk, Broadway slang, and a World War II era New York Story involving Nancy Councilman. Also mentions Eisenhower jokes, Laval era gossip, and Hawaii statehood politics.
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State Department
U. S
United States
Goering
Emmy
U.S
Berlin
East Side
Henry Wallace
Virginia Leigh
Gov
Tax Transparency and Patriotism in 1936 Debate
The piece discusses the 1936 campaign clash with the Republican brain trust and public demand for open tax figures. It notes a taxon-the-shirt example and calls for revealing total government costs, plus praise for Thomas Masaryk and critique of a roaming university professor. It ends by remarks on a live newspaper’s role and Taft-Hartley implications for union rights.
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Republican Brain Trust
New Deal
Washington
Eastern University
Three Diseases Take High Toll of Turkeys Heaviest Loss Occurs During Growing Period
A Utah Agricultural College survey shows nearly a third of hatched turkeys die in the growing period. Paratyphoid infection, pullorum disease, and infectious sinusitis account for 51 percent of losses. Growers should start with healthy poults, buy from reputable hatcheries, and maintain strict sanitary practices to prevent disease spread.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pective
Turkey
Strawberries and Shortcake Recipes From An Old Kitchen
A nostalgic collection of strawberry preparations from baked shortcake to frozen desserts. Recipes cover biscuits with berry fillings, pie variants with whipped cream or meringue, and strawberry aerated desserts with orange zest and vanilla notes.
Early Spraying Advised For Black Cherry Aphid
Early sprays before bud break better control the black cherry aphid. Heavy feeding reduces fruit size and flavor, and honeydew plus sooty mold ruin the appearance for fresh market sales. Sweet cherries show higher infestation than sour varieties.
Neglected Farm Forest Becomes Valuable Asset
A long neglected woodland on the farm is now seen as a paying crop. The owner realizes the trees can be converted into cash, adding value beyond grain, pasture, or dairy.
Quonset Shelters Adapted for Farm Use in Michigan
War born quonset structures are repurposed on a Brighton farmer's property. The feature highlights improved window arrangements and practical adaptations for agricultural tasks.
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Phoro
A. Brighton
Mich
Prompt Action Against Cattle Bloat Aids Relief
Medical note urges quick treatment to remove rumen gases in bloated cattle. If bloating begins, move animal toward belching and use a wooden gag across the mouth to relieve pressure.
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Thornton & Minor
Luncheon Dish De Luxe Scrambled Eggs with Shrimp
A deli style luncheon dish features scrambled eggs with shrimp. Sauté green onion in margarine, add chopped shrimp and tomato, cook, then stir in beaten eggs with cream salt and pepper until desired doneness. Serve on toast or wafers with grated cheese.
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WNU
Filling Combination Menu From Vegetables
A vegetable based menu features corn pudding and creamed string beans with almonds, with mushrooms baked in cream. Turnip souffle and buttered string beans accompany sliced tomatoes, cottage cheese with fruit or raw vegetables, olives on the side. Honey is suggested to enhance fruit pies.
Ain t It So The Human-Nature Paradox and Prices
A compact reflection noting that deeper study of human nature reduces surprise, a claim that prices may break first in a race, a quip about who writes songs over laws, and a remark that Europe’s outlook remains unrosy while dominated by red.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marlene Dietrich
Louis Kaufman
Centenarian Negotiates With Breakfast Firms
A centenarian, asked to explain his long life, says he does not know yet and is still negotiating with two breakfast-food companies. The exchange captures a humorous, lighthearted moment as the reporter prompts reflection on longevity. The old-timer’s pipe adds a rustic touch to the scene.
Sete Reueen Pattern Sale Notice
Short ad offering transfer for can and pattern telat Ri Send 20 cents in coin Your Name Address and Pattern Number for purchase listed in local notice with basic ordering details.
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Pentagon
Toohey Spaatz
Air Force
Finletter
Spaatz
Rou
Chiseler
Eisenhower
New York
Waldorf-Astoria
Nancy Councilman
Norfolk
Nancy
R. Ingersoll
Patsy Ruth Miller
Police Gazette
J. Harrington
Honolulu
Hawaii
Congress
Masaryk
Thomas Masaryk
Czechoslovakia
Chicago
Chicago Press Club
Thomas
Driessen
Poult
Timmerman Farm
Jefferson County
N. Y
Lynn
Lynn Chambers
Sewing Circle
South Wells St
Europe
Lene
Eran
Kellogg's
Omaha
Aaa
Seis
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