Weekly News Analysis of Far East Moves
Analysis notes freezi ng of U S assets over Japanese moves in the Far East and Philippine troop mobilization. Nazis claim gains on three fronts. Editorial disclaimer states opinions reflect the analyst, not the newspaper, with release by the Western Newspaper Union.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Far East
U. S
Western Newspaper Union
Los Angeles
Calif
Little Tokyo
Roosevelt
United States
Japan
Japan Dominates World Spotlight With Indo China Move
The article outlines Japan's rapid Indo China occupation and its ripple effects. Britain Canada and Australia align against Japan, freezing assets and tightening trade, while U S actions loom. Tokyo threatens and Russia-Germany front lines show mixed progress as MacArthur is recalled to lead Far East forces.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
China
Nippon
Indo-China
Tokyo
Great Britain
Canada
Australia
Japan
Philippines
Britain
Thailand
Burma Road
Hanoi
Coincidental timing shifts in draft extension debate
The sudden Japanese move and U S government counter moves align with congressional deliberations on extending wartime service. Opponents show weakened stance as international developments pivot public momentum toward prolonging conscription and reservist service.
Scientific gadgeteer keeps track of quakes and weather
Martin G. Murray, Huntington Beach assistant postmaster, crafts all his own instruments from tinkering scraps. The photos invite a look at the scientific gadgeteer and his inventive life.
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Martin G. Murray
Huntington Beach
Calif
Murray
Earth
India
New Farm Policy Promises Growth and Security
The article outlines hoped for farm prosperity driven by parity and guaranteed prices, with farmer psychology shifting toward confidence and increased purchasing. It discusses farm as a manufacturing base, rising farmer influence in distribution, and plans to boost production through incentives and government support, alongside defense-related linters supply issues and alternative materials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
WNU
H Street
N. W
Washington
D. C
Ife
Conklin
Mann
New York
America
Filing of Documents Is Serious Problem
An editorial urges improved handling of government records highlighting waste in papers. It cites Congress creating a joint select committee on disposition of papers and the Archives Council review of historical value before disposal, warning storage space is scarce and funds from sale of non historical papers go to the treasury.
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Japan
Nippon
United States
U.S
Netherlands East Indies
Jokya
Roosevelt
Congress of the United States
Archives Council
Congress
Washington
Great Archives
Constitution Avenue
Treasury
New York rifle range soundproofed by WPA workers
WPA workers soundproof a rifle range in New York to eliminate echoes. The column notes absurd humor about enemy using cotton bullets and mocks advice about looking before leaping as Washington traffic conditions worsen.
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New York
WPA
Washington
Too Thin People Gain On a High Calory Diet
Advises thin individuals on gaining weight with high calorie dishes and guides including a 32 page booklet. Promises get fat menus, calorie chart, and weight charts with slimming options, urging readers to send orders.
Effect of Society on Souls Influences Infected or Salubrious Atmosphere
A reflection on how society shapes the inner state, noting that communal air can nourish or harm the spirit. The text argues that exposure to others imprints beliefs and moods, creating a contagious or beneficial social climate.
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Wayne
Ito
Nichi-Nichi
Asahi
South Pacific
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United States Army
Russia
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Kiev
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Blus
Red Army
Moscow
Sree
Army
Wright Patman
Texas
House of Representatives
Germany
Department of Agriculture
Hopewell
Uncle Sam
Bankhage
American Auto Parts
Sioux City
Sixth Avenue
New York City
la Rochoefoucauld
Iris
Lydia
Plokoom
Pinkhart
WNUK
Dickeng
Tiday
Page
Rin
Dean
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