Cockroach plague in Commerce building sparks jokes and debate
The article notes a roach infestation at the Commerce Department in Washington drawing humorous tales from staff and comments on military intelligence from Gen. Peyton C. March. It discusses G-2's role, Nazi strength warnings, and calls for reevaluating information flows to field commanders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Henry Agar Wal
Palory of Commerce
Jesse Jones
Department of Commerce
Commerce
Herbert Hoover
Robert Horton
Maritime Commission
Horton
Peyton C. March
March
Tellng
G-2
Germany
Igh
Western Front
Unclear text fragment prompts urgent read of week’s matter
Fragmentary input mentions week 86 and Ree Se, with insufficient readable details. No clear persons, organizations, places, dates, or events are extractable for a coherent card.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sumouriion Mares Aces
Uae
Major Lawrence and a Snow Day in 1750 New York
A heavy snowfall on December 4 1750 delays the city but Major Lawrence, an importer with West Indies and Africa ties, heads to his office in plum coat and silk doublet. He dismisses visitors except for Miss Fraser and recalls a 5th of the month tradition. The scene mentions a six branch candelabrum and a flint and steel fire maker used to light pipes as candles await.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrence
West Indies
African
Africa
New York
Dykins
The Major Chooses A Serious Occupation Over Trashy Reading
Dykine leans in as Miss Fraser arrives. The Major, finishing Aphra Behn, rests his book and selects Bunyan’s Pilgrim's Progress from the shelf. He reasons a teacher of young girls should not be seen with trashy novels, preferring a more serious pursuit. The scene ends with a promise to continue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dykine
Miss Fraser
Aphra Behn
Bunyan
Mrs. Behn
Disappointments and Disillusion in 1944 War Year
The piece reflects on 1944 as the most disappointing year for the United States in World War II. Optimism about Europe’s quick end gave way to realism as victory in Europe stretched into 1945. Allies faced disagreements, while successes included Normandy, destruction of German naval power, air superiority, and Pacific gains. Despite achievements, many hoped-for outcomes remained unrealized.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Europe
Pacific
Berlin
Hitler
Germany
Britain
Russia
Eisenhower closes all public schools in German zones
Amid debates on postwar re education General Eisenhower makes a decisive move by shutting public schools in Allied controlled Germany until Nazism is eradicated. He recognizes the long road of re education but acts now to curb Hitlerism's grip on German youth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eisenhower
Germany
Emeatie
Hhe
Commonplace Tomorrow at Uke to Graw Tancitul concepsus
World war era air travel prediction outlines postwar airliner with 50 plus seats from New York to London in under 12 hours at 235 dollars. It envisions home like comforts, heated or cooled cabin, illuminated flight panel, and pressurized cabin to fly higher above weather.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atubus Uke
New York
London
Childish smoking habit linked to infant pacifier use at Bellevue
A startling claim from Bellevue Hospital cites a cache of evidence that children imitate smoking and seek pacifier-like devices to calm themselves. The report suggests a future where juvenile smoking emerges openly as a normal child’s habit impacting American life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Bellevue Hospital
Children Begin To Lie As Soon As They Talk
A concise thought on early childhood behavior notes that children start lying as soon as they gain speech. It considers language development and social learning in early years. The statement reflects common observations about honesty and communication in young kids.
Peter Edson on Allied views of Europe and Argentina
Peter Edson discusses how Britain and the United States differ in handling continental Europe issues and nearness to Europe. He notes information exchanges, slips, and the varied priorities shaping postwar policy with mentions of Greece Poland and Malaya and contrasts on Argentina.
Repairing Liberty Bell Sparks Transatlantic Guffaw
An American offer to repair the cracked Liberty Bell is declined with humor. The piece praises the bell as a symbol of liberty despite its flaw and hopes Britain would mend rather than widen fissures on liberty worldwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Agiang
America
Devotion and Promises in a Casual Rumor Notebook
A fragment discusses a woman back home after a year keeping a promise to a sailor by drinking a quart of milk as a toast. It mocks gendered concerns about weight gain and jokes about duties being passed to the last hired man when chores arise. The piece notes clubs moving to rented, short-term spaces and dissolving when interest fades.
Wartime speech echoes in German defiance and Allied resolve
A World War II era piece analyzes Hitler's New Year threat that the war may not end before 1946. It notes German resistance at the Rhineland, efforts to develop new weapons, and implied delays by Von Rundstedt and Von Twomstede to hamper Allied advances. The article stresses the home front's pivotal role in accelerating victory and sustaining morale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dewrrr MacKenzie
Hitler
Germany
Duehrer
Beart
Rhineland
Tier
von Twomastedt
von Rundsted
Belgium
Ration Racket Editor Letter Cites Jenkins Support
LEDA SAMS writes praising Thomas Jenkins as a capable candidate and recalling prompt assistance. She notes women’s concern over ration mixups and argues for better word choice in public discourse. She predicts a new era with Republicans and Congress moving forward.
Glouster Faces New Year Snow Fall and Cold Wave
Glouster marked New Year with a five inch snowfall starting Sunday night and continuing into Monday. The wet snow froze after noon as temperatures fell. Stores stayed closed for the holiday, few pedestrians ventured out, and residents listened to football play by play while braving icy conditions. Snow plows cleared streets as a cold spell loomed for the next two days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Glouster
State Highway Department
Service Men Tell Of Bomber Crew In England
Trimble Service Men report letters from their son Staff Sergeant James Denison, a bomber crewman with the First Air Corps in England. He notes his plane was recently wounded on a mission over Germany and has been in England for about six months. First Lieutenant Leonard Kleinman, Carlisle Barracks trained, is son of Mr and Mrs Samuel Kleinman. Vilas L Bailey of Hollister, long in service, has been promoted to sergeant, son of Mr and Mrs Leo Bailey.
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Cently
James
Jimmy) Denison
England
First Air Corps
Germany
Leonard Kleinman
Medical Field Service
S Hool
Carlisle Barracks
Samuel Kleinman
Vilas L. Bailey
Hollister
Leo Bailey
Miss Denison Leaves for Washington to Teach English
Miss Denison, employed by the Russian government, travels to Washington to instruct the Soviet Government Purchasing Commission in English. She spent a week with her sister Mrs William Welsch, who recently underwent an appendectomy at Sheltering Arms Hospital and remains hospitalized after a post operative complication.
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Suouster — Mise
Helen Denivon
Washington, D.C
William Welsch
Washington
Miss Denison
Pup
Congo Man Dies After Heart Attack
Congo Man Jon Paul Sof Congo died Saturday from a heart attack. Survived by two sons Arthur Raymond Jo and Paul, seven sisters, a brother Ralph Jones of Me Cunny, and two grandchildren. Funeral Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. at Corning Methodist Church with Rev. A. Cromlish officiating. Burial in Woakfield Cemetery.
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Gorey Jonn Paul Jon
Congo
Annabelle Toner
Maxine
Betty Jones
Arthur
Raymond
Paul
Ralph Jones
Mecuny
Vada
Eds Corning
Elizabeth
Che
Wellston
Marie Shurbolumbus
Frank Phillip
Liston
Mildred Paul
John Salz
Columbus
Christine
Corning Methodist Church
A. i. Cromlish
Woakfield Cemetery
Glouster Social Notes Highlight King Family Christmas Dinner
Glouster residents share holiday news with Pvt. Walter King home on furlough for Christmas. Guests include Mr. and Mrs. Henry Shafer and family, Mr. and Mrs. John King and family, and others. Walter to report to Camp Meade, Md. Bernadene King returns from Columbus after a personal injury delay. Additional visits and travel notes from Trimble and nearby towns conclude the note.
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Glouster
John King
Pvt
Walter King
Henry Shafer
Murray City
Ellen Shafer
Charles
Catherine Ann
Johnie
Mary Burdette
Richard
Elaine
Ruth
Patrick Ann
Francis
Bernadene
Camp Meade
Bernadene King
Columbus
Henry Wilson Spray Dies at Corning
Henry Wilson Spray 75 died in Corning Sunday after living in the community 50 years. A carpenter, he leaves wife Anna. four sons Henry Spray Jr Cleveland, William Spray Cleveland, Thomas Spray Corning, Eat Spray Newark. one daughter Amy Ricketts. one brother Lank Spray Van Wert. one sister Norah Galloway St Marys. funeral Wednesday 3:30 p.m. from Corning Methodist Church with Rev. Guy Tucker. burial Millertown Cemetery.
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Greece
Fremiey
St. Marys
Corning Methodist Church
Guy Tucker
Millertown Cemetery
Kotche Funeral Held at Congo Today PMING-Me
Thomas Kotche died at home Saturday. Survived by husband Steve Kotche seven daughters Elizabeth Konyha Susie Sabo Helen Marko Mary Husaar Julia Toth Irene Fillet Vilma Kase and Jone son Steve Kotche twelve grandchildren. Funeral services held from home with Rev Eve Ziarto officiating. Burial in Greenlawn Cemetery Columbus.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Kotche
Steve Kotche
Elizabeth Konyha
Martins Ferry
Susie Sabo
Christopher
Helen Marko
Orie US
Mary Husaar
St. Louis
Julia Toth
Columbus
Irene Fillet
Vilma Kase
Mos Jone
Unclear Family Incident Reaches Hospital Stay
A fragment reports Allan Wallace and family members in Akron area after an unspecified incident. The father was shot and expected to be in the hospital. Details are incomplete but indicate a medical emergency involving the Wallace family.
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Gluusien
Ars
Welcome in the Salem Way Out in Idaho
A fragment from Poet's Corner by Memenser Sre explores a tranquil 18th century domestic scene. It depicts a Major and wife with a cedar hearth and a lockable silver collection, contrasting seclusion and refined living in rural Idaho. The piece evokes memory, time, and the sacred word love through intimate, reflective imagery.
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Memenser
Salem
Idaho
Dykine
Ling
America
Bessie M. Gorslene
Sailor's Bed and City School Guide Explored
A New York town woman studies urban schooling and nautical life, earning skills through disciplined study. She follows a strict rule based life, balancing education and maritime craft as she shapes her daily routine.
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New York
Sae Finds Homeland in Sunlit Highland View
Sae discovers homeland as Indians watch the sun fall on the highland. The day ends with calm reflections on belonging and place.
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National Dispatch
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Ulerenes
Carlo Sforza
Great Britain
Lightnin
Amos
Andy
the Public Forum
Messen
M.br
Thomas Jenkins
Congress
U. S
Returr Pital
Ana Surs
Seinauer
Toledo
Cora Auer
Trimble
Johnny Grandy
John Gaskalla
Lanny
Trimbie
Daisy
Grandy
Bob Harevey
Norman Westfall
Clyde Yarger
Springfield
Ohio
Henry Wilson
Corning
Kotche
Akron
John Adams
Benjamin Franklin
Jonathan Edwards
M. Corslene
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