Kidnapping Chiang Kai-shek Triggers Far East Tensions
Reports from Sianfu and Nanking describe Chiang Kai-shek's kidnapping by Marshal Chang Hsueh-liang's forces, demands for war against Japan, Manchuria recovery, and Kuomintang reorganization amid Tokyo and Moscow warnings. Diplomatic outlets dispute Soviet involvement while Japan braces for possible civil war spillover.
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Chiang Kai-shek
Far East
China
Sianfu
Shensi Province
Chang Hsueh-liang
Manchuria
Japan
Nanking
Kuomintang
Chang
Russia
Tokyo
Naval Command
Gen Kita
Shanghai
Tass
Moscow
Lianfu
Marshal Chang
Kang
Christmas Homecoming At Glendale Farm
Preparations for a Glendale Christmas reunion unfold at the Thomas house as Lauris and family decorate for the arrival of Johnny home for the holidays. A visiting Mrs. Johnson joins, Santa appears, and a returning soldier completes the festive scene in a warm, community welcome.
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Thomas
Glendale
Lauris
Father
Johnny
Benny Jean
Mother
Little Tim
Santa Claus
Johny
Tim
Joseph
Choosing the Right Christmas Turkey Size for Guests
Miss Anna belle Robinson of the University of Illinois advises a rule of thumb: three fourths to a pound of dressed turkey per guest, more if no dressing. A 15 pound bird serves about 20 guests, a 10 pound bird about 13, with smaller birds common for poorer gatherings, but at least ten pounds recommended for better flavor.
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Annabelle Robinson
College of Agriculture
University of Illinois
How to Choose a Fat Plump Turkey for Flavor
Robinson advises selecting a turkey from either home flocks or markets that is fat and young. Look for smooth clean skin and a plump breast and thighs. A reasonably fat bird yields better flavor and avoids the dry, tasteless taste of poor flesh.
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Robinson
Thinks about South America and the New World markets
Our Good will Ambassador Everly Hills Calif. argues for expanding U S influence in Latin America, promoting culture and trade as a shield of the Monroe Doctrine. Tugwell’s post government future and a playful jab at popcorn and candy versus bold American thrift mark editorial humor amid Mussolini’s era.
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Everly Hills
Calif
Old World
New World
Europe
North America
South America
Tugwell
Brain Trust
America
Candles and Christmas Church Ceremony Observed
Fragmentary note describes a Christmas observance at a church with candles and a ceremony. Mentions Corietiane and an assembly, but details are unclear due to mangled text.
Holland's Santa: St Nicholas Brings Dutch Children Joy
In Holland children recall St Nicholas as a kind bishop who visited their land of dikes windmills and tulips. Johan Hart describes a tale from "Picture Tales from Renew" noting a visit long ago on December 5 when he began giving children presents.
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Ildren
Holland
St. Nicholas
Johan Hart
Mansion Built in 1690 Oldest Structure Claim
A fragment notes a mansion built in 1690 described as the oldest, with reference to its charm and historic status, but details are sparse and unclear.
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Buenos Aires
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War Policies Commission
House
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United States Treasury
United States
Internal Revenue
New York
James Roosevelt
Mr. Howe
Gus Generich
Electoral College
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Alf M. Landon
Washington
Norris
Congress
George W. Norris
Nebraska
Clarence Lea
California
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Landon
Eyven
Lea
Santa
Britain
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Germany
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League
Metions Council
Sur
Bird
Disney
St. Duce
Mussolini
Irvin S. Cobb
Belling Santa
Holland’s
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