Japanese Strategy Shifts in China Backed by Burma Losss
In this analysis David Lawrence argues Japan will lose the Netherlands East Indies within ten months while shifting to a China-based offensive. He contends Allied neglect of Burma and limited airlift to China have allowed Tokyo to fortify the southeast coast and threaten an invasion, predicting costly consequences next year for the Allied cause.
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Vashington
Japan
Netherlands East Indies
Southwest
Pacific
China
Europe
Kunming
Burma
United States
Britain
United States Navy
Navy
MacArthur
Southwest Pacific
America
Tender Conscience Versus Behavior Rules Insight
Robert Quillen argues tender conscience matters more than rules as people split into two classes good and bad. Self image drives moral judgments and ignorance of faults, urging focus on nurturing conscience over precepts amid political manipulation and wartime deceit.
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Nietzsche
Out of the Past
A reflective aphorism notes Maeterlinck on truth’s weight versus falsehood’s allure, asserting honest insight outweighs seductive deceit.
Beauty in the Margins of Life by George Adams
In Today's Talk Adams extols leisure as a vital margin for life. He cites Thoreau and Grayson, praises white space in ads, and argues time should be savored not rushed, linking calm living to health and wonder. He notes excess speed harms eating and the body as a divine creation.
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Thoreau
David Grayson
Russia
Europe
What They Say Voters Must Express Desires
Mrs Franklin D Roosevelt urges voters to vote next November citing low anticipated turnout. The piece notes the need to know what the majority desires among those eligible. An International Review excerpt criticizes American reactions to wartime violence and the treatment of prisoners.
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Franklin D. Roosevelt
Desperate Nazi Plight Highlighted by Italian Front Breakthrough
The piece argues German manpower shortages doomed their Italian defense and notes weak fortifications at Valmontone and Velletri. It cites Allied air superiority, the limited impact of Gustav and Hitler lines, and German reliance on desperate measures. It references Gen Hans Hube’s mobile defense in Russia and Armistice terms brought by Ambassador Winnant.
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Lisi
Liri
Hermann Goering
Rome
Hans Hube
Sicily
Hube
Hitler
Europe
Winant
Johnston Shies From Washington Senate Run Amid East Wave
Eric Johnston president of the U S Chamber of Commerce dazzles Eastern crowds while Washington Republicans label him ballot shy about returning to run for Homer Bone’s Senate seat. The piece notes Johnston’s 1940 GOP primary defeat to Steve Chadwick and Chadwick’s 1944 loss to Mon Wallgren, who now seeks governor’s office.
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Eric Johnston
U. S. Chamber of Commerce
Washington
Washington State
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Senate
Homer Bone
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G.O.P
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Steve Chadwick
American Legion
Chadwick
Mon Wallgren
Bone
Warren Magnuson
Seattle
U. S
Hueys Bridge Laugh Boosts Doughboys In Italy Front
In Italy Hueys Bridge sign cheers Amesican doughboys under artillery fire. Sgt Edgecombe recalls a bridge built hours earlier by U S engineers bearing Huey P Long’s name. Louisiana lads share a hearty laugh despite tough conditions.
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Amesican
Italy
A. A. Edgecombe
New Orleans
U S
Huey P. Long
Louisiana
Huey
Churchill’s past as guide to future world order
Marquis W. Childs argues Churchill’s 1940 courage and vision shape today’s debate. He cautions against a closed three power alliance and warns that rising global currents from India and Latin America require fresh peacemaking leadership beyond power politics.
Texas electoral dispute raises constitutional questions
Raymond Moley analyzes the Texas case on presidential electors, noting that electors are chosen by state voters but may vote freely in the electoral college. He discusses state conventions, potential memorials, and possible spillover to Louisiana Arkansas South Carolina and Oklahoma with implications for Roosevelt's November prospects.
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Raymond Moley
Texas
Chicago
Louisiana
Arkansas
South Carolina
Roosevelt
North
Oklahoma
Wonder How the Furniture Is
Byline captioned humor column explores political strategy as Spangler shifts to rate Hannegan while projecting Republican aims. It presents sharp quips on party power, the White House, and concerns about governance and dynasty.
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Spangler
Hannegan
White House
Commandant on Hold Calls for Immediate Action
The army camp commandant tried to reach an officer at home on a three party line. After half an hour of busy signals he asked the operator to fix it. The operator replied, You could go there in half an hour, so get walkin.
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Bud
Cramped Her Style in Tokyo Bridge Game Tale
A traveler recounts sitting on the floor to play bridge in Tokyo. Senator Soaper remarks on a wife kicking him beneath the table, reflecting social quirks.
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Gmeun Wyau-Nerald
Tokyo
Soaper
Denture Advances Promise Immediate Tooth Replacement
Readers learn that modern dentistry offers immediate dentures after tooth extraction, allowing patients to wear functional dentures before leaving the dentist’s office. The piece cautions against unlicensed claims and urges care in choosing providers. It also references audience questions on blood tests for paternity, onion tops nutrition, and nose reshaping with paraffin, offering concise expert answers.
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