Farm speculation warned in wartime era column
The piece warns against farm price speculation amid rising values and war bonds, citing past booms and busts, notably 1914 to 1929. It argues farmers with real skill prosper, speculators profit briefly, and runaway inflation or deflation could devastate many, urging cautious investment and practical farming. It notes Bolivia's 1533 congress protests and renewed indigenous unity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Smart
la Paz
Bolivia
Forgotten Race Stirs as Indigenous Power Rises in Americas
The article notes neglected Indians of South America and recalls the vast Inca empire of Bolivia and Peru. It argues that the descendants are stirring again after centuries of subjugation, hinting at a revival of a once mighty civilization.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South America
Inta
Bolivia
Peru
Europe
Virtues of Silence in Reading Habits
A reflection on reading and interruptions. The piece argues readers can train to multitask by listening while following text and gradually ignore casual interrupters, adapting to a radio age where two thoughts occur simultaneously. With practice, a reader may add a third act of listening to interruptions.
United Nations Charter deepens world order and accountability
The charter bans force in international relations and links heads of state to aggression crimes, signaling a new international common law. It creates a social and economic council to address health, education, culture, and economics, and a Military Staff Committee for peacetime joint planning. Geneva’s minimal past contrasts with a burgeoning multinational framework shaping future diplomacy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Justice Jackson
Social and Economic Council
United Nations
United Nations People
Genseva
The Brighter Side by Damon Runyon in Miami Beach row
The piece critiques Steve Hannegan as a supposed promoter of Miami Beach who allegedly profited from the city’s image. It frames the arrangement as a sordid misalignment of mutual affection and esteem, noting annual payments of about £25,000 and questions about the true beneficiaries and the nature of the photographic ventures. The author signals a shift to further details on page 3.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miami Beach
Dade County
Florida
Steve Hoonegan
Hollywood
Hannegan
Mr. Hannegan
Mr. Hannegin
Havans
Miami Herald
Miami
Are
Evatt Lauded For Small Nations Crusade At San Francisco
In a secret UN conference session at the Veterans Building, Australia’s Foreign Minister Herbert Evatt was praised as champion of small nations as Peruvian Foreign Minister Gallagher proposed a tribute and raised hopes for expanded dialogue free of Big Five veto. The moment capped Evatt’s drive to curtail veto power and expand discussion, celebrated amid mixed reactions from delegates including Gromyko and Gallaher’s candid support.
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Ashington
San Francisco Veterans
Madison Square Garden
Guillermo Belt Ramirez
Stettinius
Manuel Gallagher
Gillagher
Australia
Gallagher
Herbert Evatt
Peru
Evatt
Lord Halifax
Australan
Gromyko
San Francisco
Molotov
Stettiniug
France
Han Mar J
Brooklpn
Brooksere
New York Yankees
U.S.A
State Department
U. S
Ishi
Ato
Sturmach
San Fri
United Nations Assembly
Amuck
United Nations
Woway
Tom Connally
Texas Statesman
Lang Tom
Fought Out Of A Job Air Force in India Keeps Fighting Hard
An air force unit in India, the 10th Army Air Force, remains highly capable yet little publicized. Based near an old B-29 field, it moved from inactivity to readiness, fighting in jungle supply drops and long-range missions. Commanded by Maj. Gen. Howard C. Davidson, its veterans include Flying Tigers survivors and Doolittle veterans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
India
Army 10Th Air Force
Howard C. Davidson
Midas
Wosting
Wright Field
Dayton
New Delhi
Firat
Flying Tigers
Java
Jimmy Doolittle
Tokyo
Imphal
Rangoon
Notable World War II Airborne Actions and Burma Operations
The 10th and 16th Allied units conducted aggressive air and ground actions over Burma and surrounding theaters, destroying bridges, dropping supplies behind enemy lines, and relocating troops including a Chinese regiment. They disrupted Japanese air bases, port facilities, and supply routes, while delivering targeted ration types to diverse groups.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burma
Cochran-Alison-Wingate Iton
Rangoon
St Whet
Akgina
Ask The Gazette By The Menemeer A Reader’s Q And A
A Gazette column presents reader questions answered on topics from facsimile to military matters. It covers definitions of facsimile, Memorial Day observances by General Logan, discharge and muster rules, Army Air and Navy units, and details about the USS Lassen, with brief explanations and clarifications.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grand Army of the Republic
J Service
Mex
Werarn
Q. Haman
Reader critique on press freedom and reporting ethics
A reader from La Salle Apartments in Charleston West Virginia criticizes editors for printing unverified rumors. He argues reports harm reputations and calls for dismissing a reporter cited in a case involving a sheriff and a court action. He highlights concerns about breaches of confidence and the dangers of a so called free press.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brawley
Germany
Charleston, W. Va
Voice of America debate over OWI funding restored
A Senate subcommittee restored most of the Office of War Information budget for the year starting July 1, reversing prior cuts. The editor argues the OWI must speak for democracy abroad even with flaws and vows to fight for continued funding amid postwar struggles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate
Office of War Information
Howe
Voice of America
Axia
Europe
America
England
France
Russia
Funde
Philadelphia
Econ
Fair Enough A Personal Note On Attitude And Politics
A personal reflection critiques public discourse and conformity urging self improvement while questioning left wing rhetoric and press fairness. The author defends questioning agitators and wartime bond support, noting defiance and social pressure in the public sphere.
Navy Res Xird Sworn in Okinawa Mission Report
In Uniform Radarman 34 Cr Lewis Craddock wife Mrs HL Craddock resides in Poca serving aboard a destroyer that participated in the Okinawa operation. Pv Betton M Thomas admitted to Army hospital convalescent facility Beach Florida son of Marguerit Thomas. V Fisher England heads European division Air Transport Command. mother Florence L Fisher resides Charleston.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lewis Craddock
HL Craddock
Poca
Okinawa
Betton M. Thomas
Army Airve
Beach
Fla
Marguerit Thomas
Mildred Aos V. Fisher
England
Air Trapart Command
Oksalorence L. Fisher
Charleston
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Meath
Charleston Gazette
Daily Gasnts Company
Wart Virginis
W. Wa
Mal
West Virgins
Ouraeie
West Virginia
Samuel Grafton
Damon Runyon
Washington
Teddy Drew Pearson
San Janotsea
Rhewman Connally
Connally
Boalt
United States
United States Senate
Chariie
Charles H. Green
Liquor Board
Charleston, W, Va
By Bob Considine
Avery
Ask
the Gazette
Menemeer
Reatler
Charleston Gesette, Information Bureau
Eys St. N. E
Spa
P. A
Selective Service Board
Army
Army Service
Army Air Forces
Navy
Thery Navy
Reader’s Forum
John Thompson
la Salle Apts
Westbrook
Pegler
York
Mt Lakely
Ae Ip
United State
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