Trade Bias and War Policy in Roosevelts Era
In prewar U S history and again under Franklin Roosevelt the government quietly encourages entanglement via business contracts with Allied nations, while restricting German and Italian visitors to American plants. The piece argues this favors one bloc, risks discrimination, and echoes 1914 17 policy shifts.
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New York
America
United States
Woodrow Wilson
Franklin Roosevelt
Navy
Pacific Co
San Diego
Washington
Debate Over Neutrality and Trade Reflects Roosevelt Critique
The piece attacks U.S. neutrality policy and arms sales to Germany, arguing Roosevelt’s pleas for peace clash with administration actions encouraging investment and trade with certain nations. It contends selective neutrality harmed ships and prompted German aggression, urging consistent restraint to avoid fueling war.
One Eye Upside Down Richard and School Notes
A fragment from a local issue describes an upside down eye condition described by a boy as a novelty. At Clee View High School Judge H H Nye led a program titled Aid for Dep dren with refreshments. Social activities included masked guests, a prize for a Mrs John Gibbons, seasonal games, and a football game attended by High School students and teachers. Charles Kipplinger and family return to their home after a year in California.
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Cleeview High School
H. H. Nye
Cleveland Ridgeville
C&w
Detrareck
Moonday
John Gibbons
Cal Banne
Charles Kipplinger
California
Grafton Entreats Club Graftos Meeting at Mrs Burton’s
Social notes describe a tenth week gathering at Mrs Iga Burton’s home with neighbors and friends from Elyria and LaGrange. Attendees include Mr and Mrs J, Mr and Mrs E H Med, Miss Maxine Fit, Mrs Dan Eelden, Mrs Jack Reichard, and Mrs George Edward. The piece mentions a musical program at the Masonic Lodge in Elyria and a recent Birmingham Fair appearance.
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Iga Burton
J Ch
E. H
Burt Belde
Wood
North J.D. Mer
B. Finley
Harold
Dickerson
Anna
Maxine
Dan Eelden
Sullivan Briefs highlights local church events and moves
Miss Maryt Pence leads a Sunday evening devotion at the P D G meeting with a talk on Playing the Game With Others. A North Ashland county church rally in Nan kin Federated Church will feature guest speakers Judge Findley Supt Bohn and Prof Stidley. Upcoming events include a father son banquet with Tucker Humphries, a missionary visit by Rev Frank Cary, and community club notices. Local residents update on health moves, employment, and travel as residents attend events and relocate families or homes.
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Sullivan
Maryt Pence
Ashland County
Nankin
Stidley
Oberlin Graduate School of Theology
Ladies Bible Class
Congregational Church
Tucker Humphries
Frank Cary
Japan
Walter Miller
Melissa Skeeles
Mildred Taylor
Nashville Hospital
Tennessee
Galveston
Texas
Ella Cole
Carrie Richards
Michigan
Harry Akers
Wallett
Ida Stine
Ida Robgers
Friendship Club
Mary Bails
Roy Hess
Danville
Carlyle Bails
Bails
Circleville
North Ridgeville PTA Convenes in School Auditorium
North Ridgeville officials and PTA members meet in the school auditorium for a community gathering. The session covers district matters as well as ongoing programs, with participation from local residents and school representatives.
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North Ridgeville
PTA
Coun
Hollywood Scandal Tears Linda and Mae apart in secret marriage twist
Mae finalizes a move to Sunset Boulevard while Linda faces a lie about Martin Cutstairs. A Magnum rep spreads a false marriage rumor linking Martin to Judith, triggering Linda’s supposed engagement to Fred Lancaster. Mae and Martin vow to tell Linda the truth, but Linda’s whereabouts remain unknown as the cliffhanger ends.
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Mae
Linda
Cay
Centerville
Sunset Boulevard
Martin Cutstairs
Iving Room
Fred Law
Martin
Centervine
Lsten
Magnum
Judith
Harry Gumbar
Gumbar
Hollywood
Ilinois
Mar
Linda Bailey
Fred Lancaster
Mac
Lancaster
Oberlin Professor Traces Origin of Family Names
Oberlin College historian Dr. Howard Robinson told students that surnames arise from color, paternal names with son, saints, nicknames, geography, occupation, and livestock traits. He contrasted American surname fluidity with Nazi efforts to assign Jewish names, urging a liberal approach to naming and cultural blending.
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Oberlin
Howard Robinson
Oberlin College History Department
Oberlin College
Finney Chapel
Robinson
AL Simmons
Hollywood
Robert Taylor
Edward G. Robinson
Dr. Robinson
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HyGrade Dry Cleaners
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