Republicans Reject Floor Amendments on War Labor Board
In the House the Republican and Democratic coalition blocked a rule to open wage legislation to amendments. Republicans failed to push for court review of War Labor Board orders and to ban maintenance of membership clauses, risking loss of those provisions this session. The move drew Southern Democrats’ charges of hypocrisy and highlights party strategy ahead of elections.
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House Rules Committee
War Labor Board
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Soldier’s Return Will Bring No Quick Great Change
Robert Quillen argues that civilian life will not rapidly reshape soldiers after war. Experience, not optimistic headlines, will teach the adjustments needed. He notes nostalgia, reentry difficulties, and the enduring pull of former duties as veterans try to resume normal life.
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Eisenhower
England
Ike
Believe in a bright objective that guides your life
The talk urges having a clear, worthy goal to drive ambition. It cites examples from authors to sailors, noting that pursuing a noble objective brings inner satisfaction and public recognition. The inner glory and beneficial aims matter more than the exact outcome.
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North Pole
Peary
Messrs. Baruch
Hancock
Wilson
Baruch
Quote on politeness and charity from Greville
A concise quotation notes that politeness serves social grace much as charity serves moral fault, comparing human conduct before God and before men with a wry historical perspective. It contextualizes etiquette as a social mechanism shaping virtue and perception.
Leaders Clash Over Mindsets in Moscow Speech Rhetoric
Eric Johnston of USC in Moscow says Americans stand private and individual minded while remaining determined to stay so. WP33 chief Nelson voices fatigue but resolves to push through peacetime recovery. Justice Thomas Cuff cites skeptics and argues that faith remains essential to imperial, indoctrination, and allied ambitions.
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Moscow
New York Supreme Court
Thomas Cuff
England
Russia
China
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Forrestal
Stevenson
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Navy
Donald Russell
South Carolina
Jimmy Byrnes
John Kenny
San Francisco
Ralph Bard
Struve Hensel
Baruch Plan Conversion Delayed by Civic Feud and War Bond Drive
A political clash delays Baruch's postwar industry conversion plan as Wilson fights for lead role, Baruch and Hancock consider resignations, and CIO unrest at Brewster Aeronautical plant triggers action amid a $16 billion war bond opening.
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Hancock
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Generals Marshall and Eisenhower Build Allied Unity
Marquis W. Childs notes how General Marshall directs grand strategy from Washington with Eisenhower chosen to lead invasion forces. The article portrays their cooperation with Britain and Russia, noting Marshall’s diplomacy, Ike’s staff unity, and the improved Teheran era alliance despite lingering tensions and Nazi propaganda.
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Ashington
Marshall
Eisenhower
Washington
Order of Suvorov
Gromyko
Dentists Clash Over Toothbrushing Claims
Dr William Brady and another city dentist spar over toothbrushing, with Brady’s critics arguing that brushing is useless and would prompt a harsh rebuke for endorsing such views. They note decay occurs even with thorough cleaning and urge regular dental exams at least yearly to prevent damage.
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Doc Brady
Brady
Vehion
Tony
Salty Advice and Matchmaking in Old Letters
The exchange counsels against wine for overweight individuals arguing alcohol offers no real nutrition. It also suggests adding table salt to water in heat to prevent dehydration. A reader pair explores a 38 year old man and a 24 year old woman and their potential marriage years ahead.
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Wallace Offers to Step Aside for Roosevelt Ticket
In a China-bound talk with President Roosevelt, Wallace said he would step aside if that helps Roosevelt win re election. The exchange touched on the vice presidential selection and Wallace's loyalty, while Roosevelt gave no firm commitment.
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Wallace
China
F.D.R
Roosevelt
Jesse Jones
Jones
Jesse
Texas
Rome Fall as Propaganda Break for Allies
Raymond Moley argues that Rome's capture will shift morale and strategy, boosting the Pope's influence and enabling Allied lines toward the Balkans. He notes Goebbels uses superstition to frighten Germans, while German claims around omens fail to deter Allied operations.
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Balkans
Pisa
Senna
Cassino
Tito
Yugoslavia
Name It and You Can Have It by Bugs Baer
The writer addresses readers of the Buffalo Courier Express claiming independence and anonymity. He taunts political readers about affiliations, describes himself as independent, and recalls a past exchange with Boies Penrose.
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