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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1941
Page
3
The Senate sent a $10,077,077,000 appropriations bill to the White House to fund a 2,000,000-man army and boost the navy with more planes. It includes $1.556 billion in lend-lease aid, lifts the 900,000 selectee cap, and would allow induction of draftees for the navy and Marines.
The piece argues to carry the war to Nippon and keep the main Japanese fleet intact to face an American or Anglo American battle fleet. It warns Japan cannot spare ships or planes to defend distant lines around Hong Kong or to attempt cracking open supply routes.
The piece notes Japanese leaders warn the public that British and American naval forces are likely to raid Japan's coasts or essential sea lanes. It reflects a realization that the momentum from surprise attacks has been eroded and Western naval pressure is growing.
Sen Tom Connally of Texas chairman of the foreign affairs committee denounces Frank Knox report on Hawaii attacks as astounding and calls for harsh investigations. He says the navy of John Paul Jones and Dewey must wear crepe and the army an armband, urging blame for possible negligence and demanding accountability.
Analysis notes Allied defense in Asia as the pendulum swings against Japan. Hong Kong stands pinned by Allied crush while Chinese, Dutch, and American forces harass Nipponese supply lines. Singapore and Manila remain critical bases, with potential strategic shifts if Hong Kong falls.
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