Word: reminder
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Dates: during 1940-1949
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...Geneva's League of Nations Palace, that UNRRA cease operations in Europe by Oct. 1 for lack of cash, he stirred up a whirlwind of protest. Seven small nations, backed by Russia, pleaded that UNRRA aid be continued. Said Poland's Hilary Mine: "Those who suggest liquidation remind me of architects who, after great effort, build a house but stop short of a roof...
...first time in many years, I was pleased by a new note. In the old days, the president used to say as he gave out each degree: "I admit you to all its rights and privileges." At this commencement, President Seymour in awarding degrees said solemnly: "I remind you of its duties and admit you to its rights...
...spectators heard little to remind them of Schacht's vast power as Reich Minister of Economics and President of the Reichsbank, or of the bloodless crimes involved in his financial manipulation to strengthen the Nazis. Said a U.S. staff member: "He's getting ready for his reception in America-probably brushing up his English." Said a 22-year-old U.S. court stenographer: "My, he's cute...
...murder of Chinese Engineer Chang Hsin-fu, killed near Fushun last January. The Chinese believe the Russians were responsible. The Russians believe that Chinese Communists were guilty. Reported Chneider: "The Chinese kept telling us that they would guarantee our safety to Mukden, and then the Chinese would remind us that the Red Army gave the same pledge to their murdered colleague...
...week's end, after tramping through the Capitol, taking a little trip on the presidential yacht Williamsburg, and turning down an invitation to a reception by the Missouri Society, the ladies and their hostess were ready to call it a mutually satisfying experience.* The ladies had reminded Bess Truman of Independence. For months to come, they would remind Independence of Bess Truman. They had played bridge just once...