Notes and Snippets From New York Arts and Theatre
A collage of thoughts on Broadway stars including Belle Baker J Ham Lewis and Wendell Dodge. Mentions Peter Arno Neysa McMein Lois Long and others with observations on theatres slang and life in New York.
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Ogden Nash
Bernhardt
Duse
Belle Baker
J. Ham Lewis
Wendell Dodge
The Largest Egrets Found in Florida and Cuba
The largest egrets are reported to inhabit Florida and Cuba, with the birds noted for their substantial size compared to other regional species. This observation highlights regional variation in heron populations and emphasizes Florida and Cuba as key habitats.
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Florida
Cuba
Satyr and Dryad: a masculine and feminine wood nymph
A short note defines a satyr as a masculine wood nymph and a dryad as a feminine wood nymph. It clarifies distinctions between these mythic nature beings.
Diameter of Arcturus Compared to the Sun
The diameter of Arcturus is about eighty times that of the sun. This comparison highlights Arcturus as one of the Sun’s larger stellar cousins in the night sky.
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Arcturus
Ulster Province in the North of Ireland
Ulster is a province located in the northern part of Ireland. The term refers to one of the four traditional provinces and includes nine counties in its historical scope.
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Ulster
North Ireland
North of
Ireland
League for Economic Equality backs AAA rights in Midwest
The newly formed League for Economic Equality based in Sioux City Iowa aims to raise 100000 from Middle West farmers to support a court fight over AAA benefits. Alvern S Wendel a prominent Woodbury County farmer was elected head of the league which seeks to preserve AAA provisions for farmers.
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League For Economic Equality
Sioux City, Iowa
Middle West
AAA
Alvern S. Wendel
Woodbury County
Iowa
Lifeguard Elsie Fischi Tops New York City Pool Staff
Elsie Fischl of New York City stands as the only woman lifeguard in New York state and possibly the nation. A twenty year old with sixteen rescues, she serves at the Washington Baths in Coney Island as part of the staff.
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Elsie Fischi
New York City
New York State
Miss Fischl
Washington Baths
Coney Island
Poison Sumac: names, habitat, and growth forms
Poison sumac also called swamp sumac poison elder poison ash poison dogwood and thunderwood grows in wetlands across the eastern United States. It often appears as a shrub 6 to 10 feet tall but can reach 20 to 30 feet with a 5 to 10 inch trunk.
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United States
Retort Humorous By Senator J T Robinson
Senator Joseph T. Robinson replies to Mr Fletcher noting opposition to the Wagner bill. He cites senators Barbour Borah McNary and White as supporters or critics and questions Fletcher as an authority on constitutional law while predicting Supreme Court action against New Deal measures.
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Joseph T. Robinson
Fletcher
Wagner
Supreme Court of New York
Senator Barbour
New Jersey
Borah
Idaho
Senate
McNary
White
Maine
United States Supreme Court
Public utilities lobby probe and investor concerns
Chairman Philip H. Gadsden argues that millions of investors fear their savings in utility securities could be harmed by scandalous methods used by a few officials opposing Public Utilities reform. He says the House probe into government lobbying should not condemn government or the merits of pending utility legislation.
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Philip H. Gadsden
American Congress
House Committee
Black
Naval Agreement and British prewar naval limits
In January 1934 Germany offered an army of 300000 but nothing happened. Now Germany has 550000 while air strength grew similarly. Britain argues that naval agreement with Germany benefits all nations and marks the first essential step toward a broader limitation program amid French and Allied concerns.
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British Admiralty
Germany
France
French Senate
Foreign Affairs Committee
Italy
Africa
Russia
Lehigh economist critiques recovery program
NEIL CAROTHERS, Professor of Economics, Lehigh, UK, denounces the recovery measures as unsound in principle and impractical in operation. He argues the program is a bewildering mass of experiments forced by political action against economic science, violating individual rights.
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Neil Carothers
Lehigh
The Constitution by Patrick J Hurley
Former Secretary of War argues that New Deal challenges the Constitution and that any changes must be fully approved by the people. He warns dictators prefer collectivist rule and urges public consideration before amendments.
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Patrick J. Hurley
America
WNDU
Simple Frock Pattern 9386 For Summer Wear
Lightweight dress pattern 9386 offers a sheer cotton or silk frock with a loose sleeve soft yoke and paneled skirt. Available in sizes 14 through 42, requires 3 1/2 yards for size 16 and includes a sew chart. Order by sending 15 cents to Pattern Department 232 West Eighteenth Street New York NY with name address style number and size.
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Ng Otsi Cle Pattern Department
West Eighteenth Street
New York
N. Y
Revenge Plot From an Untold Party Dream
A child vows to exact retaliation for snubbed invites saying she will host a grand party in the future and exclude everyone. The exchange with her mother hints at a calculated, vengeful sentiment behind the child’s words.
The Farmer on the Jury Delivers a Quip
A farmer juror explains why the panel took long to decide a minor offense. He says there were eleven of the stubbornest men he ever saw, highlighting the jury’s stubborn nature in a lighthearted finish.
Revenged Man Who Introduced Wife Is Dead
A terse dialogue reveals a killed or resolved grudge as one character confirms the death of the man who first introduced the speaker to his wife. The exchange implies a calculated act tied to past intimate acquaintance and motive.
And When to Stop Betty Jane a Pinhead
A terse exchange notes a limit in jest between two speakers, highlighting a playful but pointed dispute about how far banter can go. Betty Jane is defended against the insult while Ann-No counters the accusation.
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Betty
Jane
Ann
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