Daily sp fail established 1828 in Hagerstown
Daily sp fail is published every evening except Sunday by The Mail Publishing Company at 25 Summit Avenue Hagerstown Maryland. J A Hawken is editor. Associated Press membership notes rights and restrictions apply to dispatches and local news.
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Sp. Fail
Seeee
the Mail Publishing Company
Summit Avenue
Hagerstown
Maryland
J. A Hawken
Associated Press
September Quandaries Seesaw of Seasonal Choices
Readers ponder whether to stash summer white garments or keep them handy for a late warm spell. Should a fall rain coat be bought or rely on old gear another six years. Debate over corn feasts and gains from vacation and whether to sleep extra or wake early.
Japan's Hiranuma cabinet resigns amid shifting alliances
The Japanese cabinet under Baron Hiranuma resigns as Tokyo adjusts to the Russo-German non aggression deal and the anti Comintern pact. Military leaders push a fascist leaning policy while Japan seeks to recalibrate its relations with Britain France and the United States amid tense China policies. American tourists report worsening European conditions as global tensions rise.
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Inet
Japan
Baron Hiranuma
China
Hiranuma
Russia
Manchukuo
Tientsin
Tokyo
Lre
Hitler
Mussolini
Mitsuis
Europe
Britain
France
United States
Editorial collage on Old Guard and Republican votes
A compilation of editorial comments from multiple papers condemning Old Guard Republicans and their votes to curb presidential powers and devalue the dollar. Includes critiques of labor stance, calls for honesty in Philadelphia leadership, and notes on Dewey and Townsendism.
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Bedlam
Boston Globe
Ind
Dewey
Miami Herald
High Seas
John D. SM. Hamilton
Congress
Lincoln Star
Ind. Dem
Blame Cotton and Comrade Hitler Headlines
The August report from the Bureau of Agricultural Economics estimates 1939 total cash farm income near 7.9 billion dollars, down 120 million from 1938, with cotton sales collapsing in the first half. Comrade Hitler sent a flunky to Stalin, but Stalin was too busy to meet, and Hitler would not jump when stuck in a noose.
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Bureau of Agricultural Economics
Hitler
Comrade Stalin
Comrade Hitler
Man About Manhattan Sees New Theater Season Begin
New York enters its fairest make believe theater season with hopes that a few shows will truly sing. The piece notes fall in Broadway mood, mentions renowned venues like Music Box Empire and Belasco, and observes critics and stars returning as openings are announced. George Tucker muses on theater life and the season’s promise.
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New York
Manhattan
Broadway
Music Box
Empire
Belasco
Center Theater
Alexander Woollcott
Planting Guide For Nursery Stock In Early Spring
The notice outlines spring planting guidelines for various stock. It covers horseradish and rhubarb, fruit trees planted to avoid winter losses, asparagus with roots established in spring on soils prepped last fall, roses with climbers in mid October and bush varieties in early November, and lawn grass with low seeding in early September and limited spring repairs.
Air Weighs About 633 Grains Per Cubic Foot
A historical note states air density is roughly 633 grains per cubic foot, indicating lightweight atmospheric mass. The figure reflects early measurements of air weight used in practical physics and engineering discussions.
Planting Dates Around the Year for Garden and Farm
The Agricultural Editor outlines ideal planting times for iris perennials pansy oriental poppy evergreens Madonna lily strawberries peony indoor and outdoor bulbs lilacs shrubs shade trees nut trees tulips and rhubarb. Readers may request further guidance by mail from the Information Bureau.
Gelatine and Football Stamina Wonder or Hoax?
Washington Daybook reports National Health Institute and Public Health Service debate whether gelatin flavored drinks can boost football players stamina. Experiments show up to 240 percent more work before fatigue with gelatin, but effects fade after withdrawal and results differ by gender.
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Washington
National Health Institute of Public Health
Institute of Health
The
Public Health Service
Terrytown Mudcats
Long Island College of Medicine
Long Island
Senator Holt Sails Home From Copenhagen Freight Ship
Senator Rush Holt sails from Copenhagen aboard the Mormacawk to return to the United States. Shipping agents say the freighter will clear the danger zone in the North Sea tonight. Holt attended the Oslo interparliamentary conference in August and has been stranded since the Germany Toland hostilities began. He travels with sister Mrs Ralph Chase and her husband, an Maritime Commission attorney. Kangaroos feed upright with food held in forepaws.
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North Sea
Holt
Oslo
Norway
Copenhagen
Germany
Toland
Ralph Chase
Attoreny
Maritime Commission
Italy and Russia in World War II map briefing
Central Press reports on Italy and Russia as potential allies in World War II. The piece outlines possible moves against Germany, including naval blockades, canal and sea lanes controls, Suez, Africa troop routes, and railway passes like Brenner. It notes outcomes depend on Russian and Italian actions.
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Russia
Ialy
Germany
Kritain
Skagerrak
Hamhte
Cixhaven
Wiel
North Sea
Africa
Italy
Suez
Poland
Brenner Pass
France
England
Central Press
CROSS WORD PUZZLE FUN FILLED PAGE
Puzzle clues across and down mix wordplay with playful typos and OCR quirks. Readers chase tropical resin beheading birds and ancient almanac style terms while pairing clues like metalliferous rock and bill of fare with nautical language and historic references.
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Palmyra
Lewis Carrel
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