Threats and maneuvers shape 1940 U S politics
National political analysis by James McMullin surveys Democratic pressures aimed at limiting losses in upcoming November races. It details Lemke Townsend reform influences, AT&T race-track ties, FDR administration shifts, Labor Federation tensions led by Lewis and Green, and tax law flaws prompting possible repeal and relief prospects amid global affairs and French Britain tensions.
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Lemke-Coughlin-Smith
Radforts
Massachuusetts
Nebras
Minnesota
Montana
Nevada
North Dakota
South Dakota
New York
Nfl
Learves
Washington
Fireplace design tips for efficient heat spread
A guide stresses proper fireplace geometry for heat reflection and airflow. It covers damper width, smoke shelf absence, smoke chamber adequacy, tile alignment over opening, and minimum flue clearance. Also notes forest rules in Los Gatos hindered a nudist campfire event due to permit requirements.
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Alredy
Dean
The Day His Failure Began
A man battles inner dread and exhaustion after a night of heavy drinking. He longs to run away and hide, his head aches, his hands tremble, and shame washes over him. He shelves his duties to rest tomorrow, while self-doubt and lingering alcohol residue weigh on his resolve.
Memory Lane's Aunt Kate Visits Oakland After Long Stage Career
Kate Mahew a veteran of seventy years in theatre arrives in Oakland to visit a niece. She recalls touring California in 1876 with a comedy troupe led by James ONeill and William H Crane. The widowed performer reflects on changes, her early hits such as the Ecstasy Waltz, and her long connection to the gaslight era. She mentions family, recent stage work, and a wish to return to pictures. Born Indianapolis Sept 2 1853.
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Kate Mahew
Oakland
Cal
Kate
California
James O'Niell
William H. Crane
Booth
Anna
John Wilkes Booth
Ulysses Grant
Kate Ww
Sy Vidmer
Augustan Daly
Vanya
Lillian Gish
Walter Connally
Jonesey
the Harmer
Ed Wynn
Alicea Takat
Talkies
Pauline
Hazel Kirke
Pearl White
Pathe
Creighton Hale
Indianapolis
Ind
Amherst Eagles Picnic And Townsley Club Notes
Amherst G Aug 1 The annual picnic of the local order of Eagles will be at Brandts Park Sunday at 9 am with free tickets for members and family. Other picnics planned include a Community picnic at Crystal Beach Wednesday with buses from Town Hall. St Pauls Liberan church outing Vermilion on the Lake featured games and a wiener roast. Rev Grunenwald will lead St Peters services as pastor away. Also notes on Townsend Club Knights of Pythias outdoor meeting at C E Cooper home and St Pauls Lutheran church picnic at Reckstine woods near Sau. Local births relocations and Scout activities update Amherst fire department.
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Amherst
Order of Eagles
Brandt's Park
Hiss
Crystal Beach
Town Hall
St. Paul’s Liberan Church
Vermilion-on-the-Lake
St. Paul's Lutheran Church
Reckstine’s Woods
Sau Amherst
Can't Use Ovens In Lima
Lima Ohio August 1 The West Ohio Gas Company turned natural gas into a heating fuel for about 5000 Lima homes Water heaters and ovens were prohibited today to prevent fires or explosions until system adjustments are completed Frank L Pringle manager warned that using heaters or ovens before changes are made could be dangerous and cause fires or explosions
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Lima
West Ohio Gas Company
Frank L. Pringle
Housing Q and A on remodeling and building
A reader asks if remodeling an old house is cheaper than building anew and the answer stresses evaluating costs with an architect and contractor. It also explains cement floors over a drained bed, and advises comparing fuel options for economical kitchen ranges and gives dining hall dimensions.
Versatile Combination Sink Laundry Tray For Homes
A combined kitchen sink and laundry tray proves highly useful for every home. The relic cellar laundries in older houses are cheerless dark and often damp, making practical improvements desirable.
Electrical systems evolve to meet growing car demands
James M. Crawford of Chevrolet outlines how generators and batteries have gained capacity and smarter regulation to handle radios fog lights and other accessories. He notes forced air cooling for generators and load control to boost output and battery reserve, enabling cold starts with higher efficiency.
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James M. Crawford
Chevrolet Motor Company
Detroit
Mr. Crawford
Chevrolet
New Factory To Build De Sotos
Detroit report says Ty Keller, president of Chrysler Corporation, announced today that a new factory will be built to produce De Sotos. The statement signals expansion plans and potential job creation in the Detroit area as the auto maker pursues increased production capacity.
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Detroit
de Soto
Wyoming
Alte
Ty Keller
Chrysler Corporation
Women Prefer Home Laundering Over Commercial Services
The text notes women today favor washing stockings and delicate garments themselves rather than using impersonal laundries or laundresses. It argues for a pleasant dedicated space to perform such tasks, rather than dragging items to the cellar or bathroom lavatory, where garments end up draped over towel bars and bath tubs.
Studebaker Truck Sales Show Gain
SOUTH BEND IN Aug 1 Paul G Hoffman president of The Studebaker Corporation reports the sale of 3820 trucks during the first six months of 1936 compared with 2473 in the first half of 1935 a gain of 54 percent Not only were sales better than last year but they exceeded by 24 percent the best previous six months period in Studebaker history the first half of 1934 when 3062 trucks were sold Retail delivery of passenger cars and trucks by Studebaker dealers in the United States totaled 3383 for the first 20 days for July an increase of 44 percent over the corresponding period of 1935.
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South Bend
Ind
Paul G. Hoffman
Studebaker Corporation
Studebaker
United States
Family Bath Profaned by Laundry in Kitchen Tray
A fragment notes quarrels over using the family bathroom for laundry, with a tray in the kitchen offered as a practical but objectionable solution. The passage mentions window sills and other available spots as the family objects to this use.
United Front Formed by 180000 California Autoists
A 180000 strong United Front has been organized in California under the California Safety Council with the goal of a 50 percent reduction in automobile accidents through coordinated safety measures and public awareness campaigns.
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San Francisco
Cal
United Front
California Safety Council
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