Expediency Wins As Principle Bows In Alliance Debate
David Lawrence argues that the Department of State backs recent Franco Russian and Czechoslovak Russian alliances as consistent with the Dumbarton Oaks plan. He contrasts British guarantees to Russia with a future international organization, warning such pacts could entangle the United States in future conflicts.
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Fear and courage in a perilous age and life
Robert Quillen argues fear stems from many sources and can be managed by protective action and faith. He cites examples from soldiers pioneers and bank deposits, notes religious reassurance, and reflects on diplomacy and aging in a skeptical yet hopeful tone. He urges trusting Providence alongside prudent preparation.
Today Is the Beginning of a New Life Says Adams
In Today is the only day that matters the column urges readers to act now not tomorrow. It quotes Rome not built in a day and Titus lamenting a lost day to inspire decisive daily effort and acts of hope, love, and study today.
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Jackson
Out of the Past Quote on Conceit and Comfort
A George Eliot remark criticizes conceited people for carrying their own comfort, asserting pity is absent for those who display self-importance and self-satisfaction.
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Montgomery
Nazi Tank Edge Not Enough to Halt Belgian Advance
Paul Mallon discusses Roosevelt’s annual message noting a new superior German tank and rocket planes while admitting limited Allied action. He cites shrinking gains, high casualties, and mixed opinions on Montgomery and Eisenhower as weather and drive shape the front.
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France ready to supply 1.0 million troops for Ike
The piece notes France can provide about a million men on demand, vastly exceeding earlier estimates. It mocks Adolf Hitler's failed strategy after France fell, saying his fortress Europe is weak and exposed.
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Eisenhower
Second White House oath marks historic presidential flaw
Drew Pearson recounts how inaugurations varied from Washington to state houses, noting Hayes secret oath in 1877 and other presidents who avoided Capitol escort. Roosevelt faced a salary cut after moving inauguration dates, with vivid anecdotes from Washington and the Capitol.
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Samuel J. Tilden
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William McKinley
McKinley
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John Hay
Lincoln
Are Japs Seeking Quick Exit
By Jay Hayden surveys Tokyo broadcasts and Domei hints of internal Japanese factionalism amid Koiso's trouble. Analysts weigh military civilian power, past Tojo fall, and possible imperial court evacuation as surrender moves loom.
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Purseington
Tokyo
Domei
Koiso
Imperial Rule Assistance Association
Amer
Joseph C. Grew
Gen. Koiso
Mitsumasi Yonai
Germany
Italy
Grew
Hideki Tojo
Philippines
Malnutrition Circles A Young Woman In Tea Sugar Trap
Dr Brady analyzes a young woman overwhelmed by fatigue irritability and overreliance on sweet tea. He links chronic malnutrition and vitamin B deficiency to impaired carbohydrate metabolism and a cycle of fatigue, recommending diet changes vitamin supplements and reduced tea sugar intake. He also debunks aspirin as a cure for colds and notes carrots can tint skin only temporarily.
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IDOW
We Need Clear Thinking on Tariff by Rukeyser
Merryle S. Rukeyser argues for sound tariff policy in the 20th century, critiquing free trade fervor and praising Bernard Baruch’s plan to admit duty free goods only from nations with comparable wages and living standards. He cites Sen. Kenneth Wherry and Bretton Woods debates, warning that unrestrained imports threaten national vitality and urging protective, solvent U.S. policy to aid global development.
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Alfred E. Smith
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Kenneth S. Wherry
R-Neb
New York
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Bretton Woods
United Nations Monetary and Financial Conference
Bernard M. Baruch
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