Congress Speeds U S Defense Plan Big Ships
In a period of defense expansion Congress approves a 513,188,000 army bill and two 45,000 ton super battleships costing 95,000,000 each. Roosevelt backs naval buildup to pressure Japan into limits while the 5-5-3 naval ratio remains a goal for Britain and the U S. Agricultural policy sees parity and cotton subsidies debated amid farm bloc tensions.
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France
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House
Bruckart's Washington Digest Eyes Blue Stamp Plan
The column critiques a proposed 1920s food relief blue stamp program tied to the Department of Agriculture budget. It contrasts past modest costs with a projected billion-dollar appropriation and questions efficacy, equity, and potential abuse while noting some worthwhile road and disease programs. It concludes with skepticism about federal agrarian policy and costs.
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House Appropriations Committee
Rip van Winkle
Weather Bureau
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Aot
NRA
WPA
Gro
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United States
Hope
Kansas
House Committee On Agriculture
Nll Wit
Bang
Food and nutrition shift to balanced practical diet
The text contrasts old views that fed families solely to satisfy appetite with modern nutrition science. It notes minerals and vitamins prevent deficiency diseases, support teeth and nerves, and help resist illness. It cites a menu shift toward beans, tomatoes, and salads for a balanced diet.
Trend How the wind is blowing
Wealth westward reports a massive gold consignment of 56 204 000 arriving in New York aboard the S S Manhattan. Maturing unionism notes 1938 labor strikes down 60 percent and union membership at 8 million amid management employee transition. Farm income diverted over 40 percent to debts and taxes from 7 632 000 000. Earnings down shows 1 898 corporations averaging 42 percent below 1937 net.
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New York
S. S. Manhattan
U. S
Labor Department
Agriculture Department
Standard Statistics Company
Seven Essential Nutrients Guiding Meal Planning
The article argues modern homemakers should plan meals using seven science‑backed factors for health. It lists protein, carbohydrates, fats, minerals, vitamins A to G, water, and cellulose, each serving digestive, metabolic, and regenerative roles to prevent deficiencies and support energy.
Guidelines for Daily Meals and Menu Planning
The text outlines a nutrition plan with specific daily portions for milk eggs meat and vegetables. It warns against concentrated protein or carbohydrate loads and suggests improved menus balancing protein with bulk foods like fruits vegetables and whole grains. It also discusses fuel foods and common menu errors with sample meals and adjustments.
Balanced meals equal health and progress in homemaking
The speaker argues nutritious meals require no more effort or cost than unbalanced ones. Elaborate dishes can lack minerals vitamins and bulk, while simple fare like bread milk and stewed fruit can deliver protective nutrients. Homemakers should focus on food values over elaborate recipes to boost health and vitality.
Alkaline Foods Listed For Body Balance
Mrs. T. L. D. explains base forming foods include vegetables fruits nuts and milk. Bananas apples oranges dried beans and potatoes are cited as particularly effective alkalinizers for the body. Houston Goudiss, WNU, 1939-87.
Safety Talks on Pedestrian Deaths at Crossroads
The National Safety Council reports in Accident Facts 1938 that 85 percent of 7,250 city pedestrian fatalities in 1937 occurred while crossing the road. About 2,900 died crossing streets elsewhere, and approximately 3,260 perished at intersections due to signals, or lack thereof. Deadly and tragic work at the crossroads.
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National Safety Council
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Texas A. & M. College
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Burton’k. Wheeler
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House Interstate Commerce Committee
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Department of Agriculture Administration
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C. Houston
Goudiss
By C. Houston Goudiss
Abner
Plant Ferry’s
Perry
Ferry
Cn Ferry- Morse Seed Co
Detroit
San Francisco
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