Year 1941 fades into history and war horizons widen
The year 1941 is recalled as pivotal in world affairs with Sapaty’s attack on Hawaii and the first American bloodshed in World War II. The article notes Nazi setbacks in Russia, Moscow’s defense, and a shaken German invincibility, while U.S. industry expands defense production and wartime commerce grows. It also discusses diplomacy and propaganda, citing Winston Churchill and Dorothy Thompson on the need for stronger psychological front efforts and prudent conduct in international affairs.
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Sapaty
Hawaii
Fewhrer
Russia
Moscow
Stolin Tes
Payer-Heiger
Steppes
City warns to license cars for 1922 under threat
Authorities warn that unlicensed cars face prosecution after today as the city enforces 1922 vehicle licensing rules. A busy New Year's Eve party at the Armory hosted by the N I T club drew about 100 couples with The Keystone Orchestra of Brie providing music and cheer. Interment for Edward Burts occurred at St Thomas Church with relatives attending. A birthday gathering for Mr and Mrs Richard Jewell brought a pleasant surprise to their home. Watchnight services are planned at Emmanuel Episcopal Church.
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Armory
N. I. T. Club
Keystone Orchestra
Brie
Sheriot
Richard Jewell
Mr. Jewels
Daily Dozen on Pennsylvania blindness issues
From the Medical Society of the State of Pennsylvania a report notes over 15,000 blind people in the state and a 680 to 1 general population ratio. It cites cataract, glaucoma, and eye injuries as major causes, with many preventable by treatment or early physician consulting.
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Veteran Army Officer Heads Air Force In the Philippines
Veteran Army officer Maj. Gen. Lewis H. Brereton is named to head the Army Air Force in the Philippines. The profile notes his Stuka warfare roots with Billy Mitchell, combat leadership, and prior service from the Coast Artillery to naval tactics, detailing heroism, awards, and athletic stamina.
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The
Philippines
Alexander George
Washington
Lueley
Lewis H. Brereton
Tonttsaga
Army Air Force
Naat
France
Brereton
Boy Air Corps Af
U.S. Army
Billy” Mitchell
Naval Academy
Pnsigis
Aieutenanny
Coast Artillery Corps
Siena Corps
Lh Aero Sohadieon
Lae
Trent
Wection
Ereretom
Yohin
Is Mucine
Pittsburgh
Old St. John's College
Man About Manhattan at an interfraternity dinner
Lowell Thomas hosted a lively interfraternity dinner at the Commodore featuring quips about Beta Theta Pi, Kappa Sigma, and notable university heads, with Willkie joining in. A curio shop on Sixth Avenue advertised vintage items and portraits of composers, while MGM signed Nancy Walker for Best Foot Forward.
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George Tucker
York
Commodore
Lowell Thomas
Yondel
Beta Theta Pi
Firepridtar’s
Sixth Avenue
N. S. State Guard
Nancy Walker
Norward
MGM
Byron Price as wartime censorship chief urged by Stewart
Charles P. Stewart argues Byron Price should head wartime press censorship as managing editor of the Associated Press. He contrasts censoring decisions with government publicity and notes Price's 30-year journalism background, war service, and Washington connections. He predicts Price would balance news propriety with necessary disclosures.
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Charles P. Stewart
Gentral
Byron Price la
Uncle Sam
Uncle Samuel
Byron
Associated Press
Elvery
Washington
Byron Price
M. 6
Fough
Sammy
Navy
Tlavel
Army
Thorougt
United Press Bureau Tansgers
Whit
Gane
Fifellott
Lowell Mellett
Cosen
Wild Elt” Canavan
White House
George Creek
George
George Cree
Daily Quiz: Seven of These Questions
A reader challenge listing ten quiz prompts on geography history and language. Questions cover seaports oceans naval diplomacy volcanoes knots English proverbs and notable figures. The item echoes a classifieds puzzle page inviting readers to turn to the classified section for answers.
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Odessa
Mediterranean
Black Sea
Pacific Ocean
Japan
United States
Puccini
Balfe
de- Koyen
Great Salt Lake
Mexico
Plan Air Raid Training Class in Erie Jan 18 and 20
Erie officials announce a series of air raid training classes to be held at Strong Vincent high school auditorium on January 18 and 20 at 7 30 p m. about 1100 wardens will receive preliminary instruction from state appointed instructors under the civilian defense program with local officials Douglas Blinn Barber Desmond Shields and others taking part in planning and approvals.
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Erie
Ralph Flinn
Harrisburg
Pennsylvania
Harry Douglas
Jory
Serence
Douglas
Blinn
Charles R. Barber
Joseph Desmond
James K. Shields
Civilian Defense Committee
Civilian Defense Group
Berber
French Creek Woman Hurt In Auto Crash
French Creek woman Mrs. Jerry Warren sustained serious head injuries Sunday when her husband’s car was struck by a sudsing vehicle driven by Harry Poster. Glass fragments injured her cheek while bruises and abrasions covered her head and chin. No other family members were hurt. Roads were slick from sleet and snow, making driving dangerous.
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Jerry Warren
Harry Poster
Sherman
Wattett
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Chicago Daily News
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Alexander
G. M. Reem
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Keystones
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New York State
Glade Messenger
Cambridge Springs
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Edward Burts
St. Thomas Church
Emmanuel Episcopal Church
Manhattan
Wendell Willkie
Rowell
Kappa Sig
Thomas
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Brafims
Tehaikovsky
Chapin
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Wagner
Bue Rose
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Billy Rose
Billy
Lionel Barrymore
Stewart
Florida
Scott
Rigound
Riscott
Dalton
Flores
Dutch East Indies
Cope
Sydow
Strong Vincent High
French Creek
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