Facts and Opinion By David Lawrence on Ward Case Publicity
President Roosevelt faced his first press conference after a south trip and addressed the Montgomery Ward seizure. He framed it as routine, resisting acknowledgment of mistakes while Congress opens separate probes. He argued the case should end after the union election, glossing over civilian department seizure and troop involvement.
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South
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Lawrence
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Letter From Sergeant Joslin From the Pacific
Robert Quillen relays a wartime diary note from Sergeant Joslin describing life in the Pacific theater. He contrasts conditions with North Africa, jokes about heat and uniforms, weighs manners of locals and the scent of trackers, and urges support for loved ones back home while reflecting on service, leadership, and morale. The piece comments on age, training, and court relevance with a mix of humor and stark war reality.
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Lear Ood
Africa
Dames
James
Out of the Past Jealousy Lens on Small Truths
A reflective aphorism about jealousy and perception noting how magnifying glasses distort minor details into giants, shaping truth through suspicion and bias.
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Cervantes
Understanding Moods as a Gift of Character
By George Matthew Adams Today's Talk reflects on human moods as a test of character. The writer praises those who can enter any mood with generosity and remain steady, humane, and forgiving, calling such people superior.
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William James
Oliver Wendell Holmes
Debating Sex Education in Schools Sparks Disputes
A letter argues against teaching sex in schools, contending it undermines parental authority and traditional values. It urges focusing on discipline and self-control at home, warning modernist ideas threaten youth and society.
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Whosis
Stettinius Trip Sparks Optimism In Washington
Marquis W. Childs notes Stettinius return from London as optimistic, saying realities behind rhetoric exist and day to day events push cooperation. The undersecretary’s frank talk impressed Parliament and Churchill, while his rapport with Hull signals solid diplomatic progress and future influence.
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America
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Florida
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Hull
Not a Cheerful Prospect in the Postwar World
Ray Atherton warns the postwar world must pursue internationalism or face chaos. Ferdinand Pecora decries hypocrisy and favors free ports for refugees. He condemns anti Semitism and Christians linked to problematic groups. John Curtin stresses avoiding stalemate in the Pacific and urges united Allied action against Japan.
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Ray Atherton
United States
Canada
Supreme Court
Ferdinand Fpecora
America
John Curtin
Australia
Japan
Sweden Embargo Moves to Cut Off Ballbearing Trade
U S and British officials push Sweden to enforce a full embargo on ball bearings vital to Germany. If Sweden refuses, SKF funds in the United States could be frozen and exports halted. Allied pressure cites Goering's prewar plans and Sweden as Germany’s key external supplier.
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State Department
Foreign Economic Administration
Germany
SKF Ballbearing Company
Sweden
Philadelphia
William Batt
War Production Board
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Air
Goering
SKF
Bjorn Prytz
London
Leo Crowley
Crowley
Cordell Hull
Hitler
Hull
United States
U.S.A
Need for Inter-American Doctrine of Recognition Is Urgent
Sumner Welles argues urgent need for a shared inter American approach to recognition. He criticizes non recognition as coercive and calls for consultative action among American governments to preserve hemispheric unity and prevent further harm. He cites Argentina Bolivia and Estrada doctrine as guiding principles.
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Sumner Welles
United States
Department of State
Argentina
Ramirez
Farrell
Bolivia
Americas
New World
Mexico
Iat
New York Tribune, Inc
The Lesser of Two Evils by Bugs Beer
A satirical piece contrasts Teddy Roosevelt and General MacArthur with political power and personal foibles. The author jokes about choosing an admiral over general or president, noting admiral hats and nods as comic signals.
Reading Faster and Seat Hog Personalities
Dr. A E Wiggam explains eye jumps in reading to speed comprehension and distinguishes end seat hogs by social traits. On transit the hog is likely an emotional extrovert, at shows an emotional introvert absorbed in drama.
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