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Newspaper
Shiner Gazette
Location
Shiner, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1939
Page
2
U S scorns neutrality policy in sympathizing with Finland Russia moves against Romania editor's note opinions are those of the news analyst released by Western Newspaper Union.
The magazine Agitator's Companion accuses Roosevelt of siding with war incendiaries while Republicans seize on Moscow plots to divide Baltic nations. Finland fights on with aid from Britain France Italy and Sweden fears Nazi Russia plans. Agriculture faces deficit cuts and Wallace pushes self supporting farm program amid tariff talk. Foreign policy rows mix with talks of a European map showing Soviet German designs and calls for League expulsions as Allied buyers target German surpluses.
Overnight the nation eyed a possible presidential contest against Franklin Roosevelt. A Princeton Gallup poll shows Tom Dewey trailing 54 to 46 in a hypothetical race with the President, with Roosevelt drawing broader support from low income and relief groups and stronger than in May. Dewey’s Minneapolis campaign speech drew a tepid reception as observers urge clearer positions on agriculture labor and unemployment.
Asia dispatch notes Tokyo's plan to secure its Orient program blocked by Wang Ching Wei and Wu Pei Fu. Wu's death disrupts puppet government hopes while Tokyo signals displeasure at U S naval power. Warns of possible shift toward Russia if Washington does not change policy.
Toledo, Dayton, and Akron endure shortages of food and rations. In Cleveland, 16 000 lack white flour and apples. Mayor Harold Burton pleads for relief funds while Gov. Bricker deflects blame to WPA and backyards. City council demands immediate restoration of aid to single adults and childless couples.
Practical tips aid choosing gifts for mother father brother sister and sweetheart. Suggestions include thoughtful items like perfume jewelry sport gear for him, jewelry and books for her, desk sets for a brother, and a range of hobbies to match his interests.
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Joseph P. Kennedy, U S ambassador to Great Britain, arrived by transatlantic clipper for conferences shaping parts of U S foreign policy. Al Capone, recently released from Alcatraz, is under the care of Dr Manfred S Guttmacher, a prominent psychiatrist. Frits Kuhn, German American Mundsfuehrer, convicted of his organization’s funds, was sentenced to 2% to 5 years at Sing Sing.
After two days denouncing the New Deal, NAM adopts a platform of American industry. It calls for high wages and protections for labor, supports workers choosing their unions with mild labor act criticism, pledges value for consumers, and demands clear stockholder reporting and strong capital structure for investors.
In response to ongoing efforts for a stable world order, Lord David Davies argues for a federated Europe with a world police force, though excluding a global state. His wartime era views contrast with Clarence Streit’s plan of a unit that centers on the individual and rejects force. Davies, a university president and industrialist, backs a federated Europe as a first step toward global unity and heads the Commonwealth Society in Britain.
Simple holiday table ideas for Christmas dinners. A wooden bowl with bright fruit, holly wreath, candles, lace runners, and a gleaming tabletop create a festive base. white cloth with a small tree offers a clean center display. floral options include chrysanthemums and red roses with pine and cones for a traditional touch.
Reports suggest Prince Humbert Menes sue Nucleus of Newbert of Italy may drift from Mussolini era power. He and King are viewed as moving away from the axis with Marshal Badoglio, a reluctant ally of fascism, while maintaining a strong army following. Marie Jose of Belgium is his wife, with two children.
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Reading canned food labels reveals slices and contents while grapefruit decay indicates flavor impact. Muffins should be mixed only to moisten ingredients to avoid gluten development. Rinsing pans with boiling water prevents milk scorching and sticking. Heavier, fine textured lemons yield better juice than coarse textured, lighter fruit.
John loves Pamela but sees her as an angel while he hides flaws. Pamela nudges him toward marriage, asking him to pop the question. He proposes with a playful wager promising never to back another horse if she says yes.
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