Surprising Nazi spy system feared by U.S. shipping
Washington notes confirm a German spy network reported to Berlin exploits U.S. ship data and that short wave devices used for intercontinental messages were found in Vessels. FBI raids Hoboken seamen home and warns waterfront workers to avoid talk while officials push tighter hiring oversight.
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Washington
Berlin
FBI
Hoboken
Germany
Pacific
Maritime Commission
Naval Intelligence
War Quiz and a Private Moment in a Patchwork Plot
A multiple question item opens with a wartime trivia, then shifts to a domestic scene where Randy and Drake McHugh discuss a potential loan from Parris Mitchell. Drake questions accepting charity, Randy urges prudence, and a letter from Parris offers guidance on independence and rebuilding Drake’s life after his injury.
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Randy
Drake
Parris
Kings Row
State Hospital
Nolan
Vienna
Parris Mitchell
Mrs. Livingstone
Union Street
Harper’s Hill
Drake McHugh
South America tightens grip on Axis follows from Unity Press survey
A Unity Press survey details South American reactions to Axis agents. Brazil, Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, and Chile increase vigilance, arrest suspects, and close Axis institutions while Argentina remains largely unchallenged.
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Lawrence
Haas United Press
South America
Axis
Unity
Argentina
Chile
Germany
Italy
Japan
Hawaii Japanese in the war and fear of loyal citizens
In Hawaii after Pearl Harbor officials face a knotty policy problem as 159,500 residents of Japanese descent become potential enemies. Most are American born and many are drafted or enlisted, while the authorities impose strict controls on those in custody and press for calm among islanders.
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Brazil
Tokyo
Germany
Berlin
Rio de Janeiro
Sao Paulo
Amazon Valley
Mias Geraes
Colombia
Honolulu
Pacific
Hawaii
Japan
Nippon
Pearl Harbor
FBI
Army
Navy
Honolulu Police
Robert L. Shivers
Chubby Nagao Kitta
Keizaburo Hirano
Honolulu Gold Exchange Co
California
Cort Trary
Delos C. Emmons
Gen. Emmons
Yokohama Specie
Sumitomo
University of Hawaii
Emmons
War Production Chief Warns Time Matters in Munitions
Donald M. Nelson emphasizes rapid output and efficiency in wartime munitions, noting a factory can arm a regiment in a day and a half. He underscores that every hour and minute count in sustaining battle readiness.
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Donald M. Nelson
Practical car and furniture care tips from a bygone era
The piece urges slow acceleration to save gasoline and oil, advises idling avoidance, regular oil changes, carburetor tuning, and engine care. It then warns about furniture fires and damage from smoke, moisture, and sun, plus guidance on finishing, protection, and moth prevention for mohair fabrics.
How Do You Dent Brass Hats
A 1924 Amarillo Globe News column notes calls to change Defense bonds to War bonds by July 1. It urges to spend remaining printed Defense bonds and stamps and avoid waste. Included is commentary on Simon Lake’s submarine designs and praise for Allied war efforts beside a quote from Air Marshal Sir Richard Peirse.
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Post Office
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Betty MacDonald
Harebor
Amarillo
Texas
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Simon Lake
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Sir Richard Peirse
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