West Virginia Daily Gazette subscription rates notice
A damaged fragment from a West Virginia Daily Gazette issue outlines subscription options and pricing, mentioning daily, Sunday, and weekend delivery by The Associated Press and local telephones. It references Charleston, West Virginia, and notes it is a close mail matter with a “First in West Virginia” masthead and a June 16 publication date.
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Wall Street wolves threaten war bond value
An editorial warns that Wall Street manipulators may depress war bond prices to profit on a pending sale. It recalls past raids, notes treasurer Morgen Thau’s opposition, and urges government action to keep bonds non negotiable and preserve investor confidence.
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Henry Morgenthau
Stock Exchange
Agenta
United States
Wall Street
Washington
Appraising the News and Uplift in Wartime
In contrast with Axis rivals, Americans stay well informed about war developments. News networks, correspondents, and interpreters keep the public aware of strategy and progress. Confidence runs high that the war is advancing favorably, reflecting reliance on press freedom.
Memo on wartime policy and Churchill trust in early 1940s
Fragmented memo discussion reveals British strategy and U S stance on Far East and Europe. Key figures include Bullitt Wullitt Churchill and Stark, with debates over supporting Allied operations and delaying commitments. The article notes internal dissent in Washington and the influence on policy decisions in the War and State departments.
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Drew Deneseny
Winston Chituetiit
Ambar Bi Bullitt
Seereber Korg
Europe
Bullite
McChiy
Henry L. Stimenn
Stimson
Hullett
Sp. Miehen PL
Wullitt
Kentuel
Wulliit
Churchill
Wwe
Pallitt
Rarsegelt
Dean
Bern
Burnie
Baeck
Dapperier
Tor
Betwen Serretiehes
War Labor Board
Ieries
Geno
Mendes
Ervell
Chandler
War and Demobilization Proposals Stir Public Debate
A political cartoon analysis contrasts Senator Chandler and Prime Minister Curtin with Herbert Hoover over war mobilization. It mocks demobilization ideas that would shift troops from the front to industry or home defense. The piece critiques reliance on noncombat plans amid ongoing global conflict.
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Sen. Chandter
Kentucky
Dolley
Pacific
Chandler
Herbert Hoover
Hoover
Goatsuits in Los Angeles Draw Fierce Public Debate
A Damon Runyon influenced piece surveys Los Angeles goat suit gangs, noting their distinctive coats and hair, and cites concerns over violence, harassment of women, and police action. It describes servicemen forming patrols to confront them and laments the rising tension between reformers and law enforcers.
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Los Anieles
Los Aniele
Los Angeles
Doustat
Dance Hills
New York
Intercepted Message Notes Funds for Parkersburg and Martinsburg
Fragmentary OCR note mentions intercepted message and funds for Parkersburg and Martinsburg. Details are garbled but indicate references to officials and locations tied to a possible financial matter and airport funds. No clear persons, dates, or outcomes can be confirmed from the text.
Bombing Strategy Shifts as Heavy Bombers Target German Fighters
Raymond Clapper reports on war strategy noting that despite damage to the German fighter force the fight continues. Air chief Harris argues for daytime bombing with heavier bombs to hasten Germany's destruction. Pilots report German fighters kneel on the ground and bait tactics to draw them up. Emphasis on bomber attrition required in coming months to break Fortress Europe.
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Ammericat
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Arthur T. Harris
Germany
Cal
Evan Peterson
Geran Fosters
Europe
Bombing Strategy Outlined In Warfront Remarks
A wartime briefing highlights Allied air power and bombing doctrine, praising long range heavy bombers. It recalls Coventry and London bombings to illustrate strategic lessons, noting rising tonnages, rapid sorties, and coordinated carpet bombing that pressured Axis fortifications in Africa and Europe.
Allied bombing drive to secure Mediterranean sea lane
The article argues that Leslie Bain’s intensified air raids threaten Sicily and Pantelleria, foresee ultimatums, possible land action, and heavy bombing to cripple Axis defense. It posits Italy’s exit from active Axis participation and a shifted balance as Sardinia Crete follow, aiming to keep the sea routes in Allied hands.
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Sicily
Britain
Pantelleria
Sardinian
Altenalte
Crete
Mediterranean
Italy
Reader's Forum Questions War Labor Board and Miners
A Reader's Forum letter questions the War Labor Board and coal miners' roles amid labor strife. It laments political meddling, references North Africa, soldiers, and miners, and asks who governs workers and owners in a time of strikes, unrest, and wartime production.
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Beiter Gayietts Powant
Vieisnir
Seihier BoTawis
Mitsida
Avila
Levis
Fair Enough By Westbrook Pegler
A Pegler column accuses the New Deal party of tolerating and aiding criminal unions. It links national policies to corruption, bid rigging, and wage theft, arguing the government protects the union mob and courts shield illegal actions. It parallels Kansas City’s Pendergast era with national scope.
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Westbrook Pegler Hicago
San Francisco
New York
Chicago
Kansas City
United States
New Deal
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Pendergast Political Machine
City
New Deal Party
Pendergast Gang
Supreme Court
Congress
Union Gang
Department of Justice
Labor’s Gains Mask a Crime Syndicate in Government
A political column accuses the New Deal era coalition of allying with organized crime, labeling FBI inaction and DOJ obstruction as evidence. It argues unions and labor-linked factions use social progress rhetoric while deep ties to rackets undermine democracy, urging reform beyond state lines.
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France
Napoleon II
Department of Justice
FBI
Republic
United States
Fragmented excerpt hints at North African fate and French leaders
The text sketches a fractured scene with de Gande and Giraud arguing over a bell rope after a wreck and notes a victory for Giron while stressing the need for coordinated action. It conveys a war era mood with scattered names and incomplete events, reflecting confusion and public debate.
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Giraud
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