Change in Administration Can’t Hurt War Effort
The piece argues a Dewey victory would maintain wartime momentum through a swift transition. It claims Roosevelt would share diplomatic information, preserve key officials, and that Byrnes’s warnings about delay are weak. It condemns politics in war mobilization and urges nonpartisan cooperation in defense.
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Roosevelt
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America
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Churchill
Marshal Stalin
Chiang Kaishek
Mr. Byrnes
Mr. Bynes
Gen. Marshall
Admiral King
The Worst Faults in Far-away Folks Are Those We Imagine
By Robert Quillen, the piece argues that sectional prejudice stems from ignorance, labeling Americans as provincial and urging broader understanding of other regions. It notes loyalty to birthplace, critiques national chauvinism, and highlights the need for informed citizenship amid political and military references.
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Churchill
Bolivia
Peru Grande
State Department
Argentina
U. S
Earth as our mother in a shared fate of gifts
George Matthew Adams reflects on humanity’s bond with Earth as our provider and partner. He cites Thoreau on acorns, notes the earth’s abundant foods like tomatoes, potatoes, peanuts, and soybeans, and praises nature’s beauty. He calls for active, generous reciprocity and a divine, enduring relationship with our world.
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Earth
Thoreau
Out of the Past Quote on Emperors and Royal Respect
A brief literary note reflecting on hierarchy and perception. The line compares an emperor in a nightcap unfavorably to one wearing a crown, illustrating how attire influences reverence and status perceptions.
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Mr. Roosevelt
Stalin
We’ll Hold Elections I Admit a Wartime Rule Idea
Arthur Baer argues against banning elections during wartime. He jokes that a president could trigger wars to secure a second term and that busy leaders shorten lunch hours to manage aftermath. He mocks the notion of explaining wartime decisions and admits stubborn cleverness.
Russia and Britain Hold Postwar Power Struggle
Paul Malion argues Moscow keeps the upper hand in Poland Romania Bulgaria Yugoslavia and perhaps Hungary while Britain controls Greece. Churchill notes no full wartime agreement with Stalin beyond a Moscow London cooperation, and Dumbarton Oaks debates plus a Bretton Woods framework shape a fragile postwar balance. The piece contrasts open covenants with realpolitik and questions domestic support for Roosevelt in a shifting alliance landscape.
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London
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Churchill
Balkans
Poland
Stalin
Moscow-London
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Romania
Bulgaria
Yugoslavia
Hungary
Greece
Roosevelt
Teheran
League
Dumbarton
Preview of Socialized Medicine in Wartime
Merryle S. Rukeyser argues wartime physician shortage foreshadows socialized medicine. He notes limited civilian access due to supply and demand imbalances and voluntary rationing as doctors cut peacetime frills to serve more people amid full employment.
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Armed Services
Campaign Tension Peaks In Final Political Rush
Marquis W. Childs reports feverish last minute campaigning as Dewey and Roosevelt teams race to sway critical states. Dewey targets Maryland and Pennsylvania while Democrats boast confidence, amid crowded headquarters and televised pressure.
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New York
Dewey
Herbert Brownell, Jr
Maryland
Pennsylvania
Wilkes-Barre
Scranton
John L. Lewis
Roosevelt
Far West
Deep South
F.D.R
Hollywood
Fenee
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Detroit
Madison Square Garden
White House
Tonsils and adenoids protect against infection says Dr Brady
Dr Brady argues that enlarged tonsils and adenoids in children are usually a normal immune response and should not be removed unless breathing is seriously impeded. He notes adenoid tissue exists in multiple body sites and emphasizes immunity, cautioning that cancer in a household member requires standard cleanliness and care.
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Peyer
Upstate
New York
Argentina Chile tensions threaten South American peace
Washington whispers of a potential Argentina Chile conflict shadow the region as Argentina rams arms and seeks Pan American ministers. Key notes: Argentina could bomb Santiago in 40 minutes from Mendoza, while Chile would take five hours to strike Buenos Aires. US diplomacy teeters with Hull ill and postwar peace debates.
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Argentina
Chile
South America
Ashington
Sauna
Washington
U.S.A
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Hedy Lamarr
Fritz Mandel
Santiago
Mendoza
Andes
Buenos Aires
Explore Your Mind by Wiggam on sorrow, leadership, arithmetic
Dr. Albert E Wiggam discusses happiness from sorrow in marriage, three leadership types including dynamic and creative leaders, and how mental arithmetic can boost personality. He cites Lenin and Churchill as examples and notes practice improves thinking and social skills.
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E. Lee
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