Smaller Army Indications and War Outlook in 1943
The Charleston Gazette reports tentative signs that the army draft may shrink toward nine million men, influenced by Axis delays and British and American success. It notes lower plane losses, sinking declines, increased delivery of war materials to strategic points, and mixed findings on Italian willingness to fight. The piece reflects optimism about reduced inductions and the evolving manpower needs.
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Charleston Gazette
Farm Security funding back in the agricultural bill
The Senate restored Farm Security Administration funds after the House earlier sought to cut them, a move seen as pro small farmers amid a looming food shortage. Senate figures authorize nearly 29.6 million for FSA administration and support for tenant and rehabilitation loans. House action is awaited.
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Farm Security Administration
House
FSA
Agriculture Department
Senate
Reconstruction Finance Corporation
Department of Agriculture
Benate
Planes May Do It War Planes Can Shorten War
The text argues daylight precision bombing could cripple enemy war capacity, citing Pantelleria as a test and suggesting air power might reduce land force needs. If successful, plans may shift toward relying on air power and potentially trimming army size while maintaining sufficient strength.
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U. S
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Pantelleria
What is Truth in War Policy and Public Debate
A fragmented critique questions the nature of truth in wartime judgments on air power, subsidies, and Atlantic Charter ethics. It weighs claims from observers about Pantelleria and Britain's battle experience, while noting public cynicism about markets, Hoover era policies, and strategic unity amid allied tensions.
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Pantelleria
Tunisia
Japan
Britain
Women Should Share in War Service Drafts Says Editor
In a Brighter Side column the writer argues women should be drafted or assigned to auxiliary service roles. He contends women aged 23 to 44 frequent bars and lounges, implying they waste time, and asserts women should have the same decision rights as men about serving their country. The piece critiques domestic duties and calls for broader female participation in war work.
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Avad
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United States
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Eal
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Puntey
Washington scandal over SEC reforms suit on Wall Street
Washington Merry-Go-Round reports Fury over proposed amendments to Securities and Exchange Commission rules. It notes Wall Street push to weaken the SEC amid Roosevelt wartime focus, with behind the scenes lobbying by the National Association of Securities Dealers and other financiers. It covers testimony led by Rep Frum and reactions from SEC Chairman Gen Purcell, plus President Roosevelt’s exchanges with Rep Lemke on New Deal projects and war effort funding.
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British Labor's program debated at national conference
The British Labour Party faces a pivotal week as it plans its policy course, including social security and a national government approach to tolls. Key figures Churchill and Eden are discussed amid internal debates on postwar plans, with factional lines shaping the party's future leadership and policy stance.
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Treet
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London
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Labor party postwar aims and international cooperation plan
Raymond Clapper outlines a Labour party program emphasizing sanity in world affairs, social security through meaningful employment, and partial socialization of industry. It envisions a four-power allied framework, disarmament of Asia, a world political authority, and intergovernmental agencies to manage price, standards, and capital flows, urging the British government to ignore conflicting special interests.
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De Gaulle Group and French Democracy in Crisis
The piece argues that a small cadre in France holds real power, sidelining voters, parliament, and cabinet. It criticizes a pseudo democratic elite aligned with industry and banks, seeking control through deals, while claiming genuine democracy is endangered by technocratic power plays and foreign alignment.
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Oman
United Nations
French factions split over democracy and imperial aims
Article outlines divisions among French leaders amid World War II. Pro Gaulle supporters push for four freedoms and people’s will, while Giraud faction favors a quick return to power and imperial ambitions. Giraud seen as honest military figure, but his circle criticized as self-serving. turning to page 1 for continuation.
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Ness
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Readers' Forum on Work, Wages and the Coal Dispute
Editor Garvette quotes readers debating labor, pay scales, and the coal strike. A miner, schoolboy, shipyard apprentice, and a veteran worker share earnings, chances of employment, and patriotism amid economic hardship and political tension.
Fair Enough By iWestbronk Pegler
Chicago June 16. A column alleging collusion between the current U S government and criminal unions targets Buck Newell a St Louis gangster killed in a family shooting. The piece cites Newell as Local 514 boss of the Operating Engineers and names William E Maloney and Ed Kellys Chicago chapter of the party of humanity in connection with wartime pipeline disruption and alleged racketeering tied to the New Deal era.
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Chicago
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New Deal
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New Deal Party
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Alwys
Food Conference Reflections From Virginia Discussion
A reader muses on postwar food policy in Virginia, noting home cooking relevance. The writer references Allied wartime feeding plans and a proposed shift toward stricter food controls, while using chess metaphors to describe strategic options. The piece reflects informal opinions on future food strategy and timing.
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