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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1942
Page
6
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In a spirited letter the author laments the overuse of publicity weeks and urges concrete enforcement of anti noise laws. He argues a single vigilant officer could curb horn honking and illegal cutouts, showing public benefit beyond mere proclamations.
The author denounces honoring Hitler despite his position, calling it moral rot. They condemn royal or official respect as legitimizing crime and cruelty, labeling Hitler the wickedest ruler in modern history and praising his downfall.
A wartime column argues that Attorney General Biddle abused power by ordering Bridges deportation to suit personal views, suggesting such actions hurt the war effort. It contrasts absolutes with political necessity and implies Biddle's actions undermine freedom and justice. The piece reflects opinion on wartime policy and government overreach.
An opinion piece argues that US and UK officials seek to correct the misleading American image in films viewed abroad. It cites Variety and calls for depicting Mr Average American without distortion to maintain world peace and avoid perpetuating centuries of misrepresentation.
Washington battle lines form behind the scenes as War Secretary Stimson and Thurman Arnold clash over prosecuting big defense firms like General Electric and Sylvania. Arnold accuses inaction of aiding Nazi tactics while the War Department settles to pause prosecutions to keep production moving.
Arnold in London anticipates far larger raids than planned as airpower experts debate the feasibility of 3 000 plane offensives. The piece argues unity of outsider innovation and expert knowhow can drive American air offensives, with Marshall promising follow up troops and a belief that if the United Nations can defeat Hitler they can prevent future wars.
Editorials mock the idea of trimming judicial robes and bathing suits to conserve fabric. Draft boards, milk bath curiosities, and China’s belt tightening are cited as wartime sacrifices. The piece laments how wardrobe trimming could erode judicial impartiality while noting broader civilian efforts in the war.
Westbrook Pegler argues that Earl Browder’s deportation case reflects official hostility to the Communist Party and questions the justice and unity aims claimed by the administration. He contends Browder remains politically prisoner and warns against antiwar elements exploiting the issue.
A 1942 column notes Willow Run production lines turning out bombers hourly. It jokes about cadets drafting blueprints east to west and earning commissions fast, and mentions Henry adjusting gasoline tank capacity.
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