Compilation of newspapers titled "Current Events" (a national school newspaper produced by the American Education Press) covering the period Sept. 12-16, 1938 to May 15-19, 1939. Features several articles covering American and world news, including details about World War II, intended for children. Compiled by Philip Barck from Eddy #6, Cedar Falls, Black Hawk County, Iowa.
Each four-page issue gives news, photos, illustrations, and current events quizzes. Also includes a section "The Scoreboard", described as "A Self-Directed Study Program for Use at Home or School." Side is bound with two paper fasteners and a paper cover with a crayon illustration of a radio microphone emanating air waves and the handwritten name "Philip Barck." Inside back cover has color illustrations of flags and a repeat of the name, "Philip Barck." Color: TN