Malta Island System Five Islands as Strategic Mediterranean Base
The Maltese group, main island plus Gozo Comino and two smaller rocks, forms a key Mediterranean naval base for Britain. Gozo is tied to Homeric Ulysses myth, while Malta hosts prehistoric temples and a Phoenician lineage influencing local speech.
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Comino
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Rome
Warsaw Named One Of Europe's Gayest Nightlife Cities
The Polish capital Warsaw is described as one of Europe's gayest after dark scenes with a lively social life. Cafes night clubs and theaters host entertainment nightly as Poles enjoy affordable outings and spontaneous visits to popular rendezvous. Polka mazur and other native dances remain fashionable at private balls and rural gatherings.
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Warsaw
Europe
W. Shakespeare
G B. Shaw
Masks Through History From Primitive to Modern Designs
Ancient masks served to frighten away evil spirits, a view echoed by the Washington Post. Modern masks range from air raid gear to padded leather faces for boxing, smoke guards for responders, dust masks, and cosmetic mud packs for beauty.
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Washington Post
Milady
Early Submarines From 1620 Aboard by King James
The earliest submarine built in 1620 was a large wooden row boat sealed with leather. King James of England reportedly traveled underwater for hours in one, crewed by 12 rowers. A later version used leather bottles to submerge and rise, with water admitted to sink and a lever to expel water to surface.
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James
England
Roosevelt Names Knox and Stimson to Cabinet Roles
In a coalition cabinet move President Roosevelt selects Col. Frank Knox of Chicago as secretary of the navy and Henry L. Stimson as secretary of war. Knox previously ran as the Republican vice presidential candidate in 1936 while Stimson served as secretary of state under Hoover in 1928.
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Chicago
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Herbert Hoover
National preparedness speech urges air force and industry
The speaker condemns forced national service, calls for modern equipment and full use of mass production to defend the nation. He criticizes past policy, emphasizes government efficiency, and questions seven years of delayed jobs and agricultural parity.
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Muscolini
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Market summary from Chicago hogs cattle and sheep reports
Chicago markets show hogs 10 to 15 cents lower with top at 5.30 for 180 to 270 pound grade. 270 to 330 pound hogs 4.85 to 6.15, sows to 4.70. Cattle and calves: fed steers and yearlings active. cows steady. bulls strong. vealers steady. Fed steers top at 11.00, calves to 11.00, yearlings 8.59 to 9.50. Sheep: spring lambs strong 10.75. native ewes 2.75 to 3.78. Estimated tomorrow: cattle 10,000 hogs 14,000 sheep 2,000.
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Chicago
Grain Table Improves Mixed Chicago Commodities
Chicago June 25 UP Grain table shows Wheat July 79% Low 79% Close 79% Sept 79% Dec 719% Corn July 61% Sept 59%60% Rye July 42% Sept 44% 46% See 46% 44% 40% Oats July 81% Sept 29% 28% Dec 30% July. listing mixed open high low close figures across wheat corn oats rye futures.
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Chicago
Chicago Produce Market Report Shows Steady Prices
Chicago notes a steady market with 21 811 cases received across categories. Extra firsts are 15 percent, current receipts 13 percent, dirties 124, checks 12. Poultry receipts include one car and 53 trucks with chicken price ranges for small hens springs and broilers unchanged.
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Chicago
Notice of Will Probate for George E Pratt in Washington Iowa
The District Court of Washington County Iowa notifies that the will of George E Pratt deceased dated May 6 1936 has been filed. A hearing to prove the will is set for 9:00 AM on July 1 1940 at the Washington Court House before the District Court or the Clerk. All interested persons must appear to show cause why the instrument should not be probated.
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Washington County
George E. Pratt
Washington
Iowa
District Court
Said County
R. R. Noonan
Ironing Fatigue Adds Comfort With Rug Underfoot
A note on reducing fatigue while ironing recommends using a thick rug or rubber mat beneath the feet for steady stance and better balance during garment pressing.
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