Invasion Talk and War Plans From A Letter to Adolf
A letter to Adolf Hitler from an American writer outlines a postwar plan to erase the German language and German education. The author proposes destroying German type and printing equipment, banning German broadcasting, and forcing Germans to learn other languages and schools. The piece reflects wartime sentiment and calls for cultural erasure as a means to end German influence.
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Adolf
Germany
United States
We Are Fooling Ourselves On National Security
In this analysis the writer argues that weapons will always outpace defense and that security depends on constant alertness and realism. It warns against relying on walls or weapons alone, saying nations must maintain adaptive minds and leaders to stay safe.
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Washington
Front Pages
New York
Britain
Pacific
China
France
Europe
North America
Ace Returns: Navy Carrier Ace Alexander Vraciu Back in U S
The Navy’s top carrier plane ace Lt. Alexander Vraciu returns to Washington after a year of combat in which he shot down 37 Japanese planes, 19 in the air and the rest on ground.
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Washington
Navy
Alexander. Vraciu
Adolf’s language purge plan referred to by Babel quote
A provocative speech reveals a plan to erase the German language to purge German thinking tied to war and oppression. The speaker urges wiping out Mein Kampf influenced minds and ends with a threat to Adolf.
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Babel
Adolf
The Soy Bean As Meat Substitute In Wartime Diet
Dr. Logan Clendening discusses the potato shortage and meat scarcity during war and presents the soybean as a versatile complete protein source. He notes soy bean flour in army biscuits, its high amino acid content, vitamins and minerals, and suggests practical soy recipes from bread to meat loaf.
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Isker
Subsistence Research Division
United States Army
Von Papen Reported Arriving in Berlin After Turkey Break
Nazi controlled Paris radio said Franz Von Papen German ambassador who left Turkey due to relations with Germany had arrived in Berlin. Earlier that day he had been reported in Bucharest.
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London
Paris
Franz von Papen
Turkey
Germany
Berlin
Bucharest
Rations to End for Travel to Victory Gardens
The Office of Price Administration announced that special gasoline rations for traveling to victory gardens will end after August 15. Rations already issued remain valid for use while they last.
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Washington
Victory Gardens
Office of Price Administration
Tight Fits And Slacks In Fashions Of The Day
Office humor notes fashion shift toward slack wear with clever lines about trousers and hose. A Decatur grocer joke reflects rationing era economy. A private and naval officer scene delivers wartime Allies humor.
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L. L. Russell
Decatur
Student Confuses Generals in Classroom Riddle
In a current events class a fifth grade pupil answered names for generals. The teacher prompted with French and German leaders and the student offered De Gaulle and Rommel before jokingly naming General Motors as the American general.
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Decatur
General DeGaulle
General Rommel
General Motors
Letters to the President feature reveals from White House files
The revamped Current History launches a monthly Letters to the President column showing exact White House messages. One reads a citizen pleading about a long overdue Treasury check for not raising pigs and explains his pig pen while lamenting litter issues.
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White House
Pres. Roosevelt
U. S. Treasury
Tout racket exposed by Ken Kling on horse betting swindles
Ken Kling explains how touts fleece bettors in the horse racing scene. He details schemes from private offices to yacht rooms, exposing forged credentials, six-horse fixed race fantasies, sucker lists, and tips spread by attractive co conspirators. He notes many touts faded after exposure while outlining lingering risky practices.
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Ken Kling
Joe
Asbestos
Secret Letters and Family Conflicts in a Personal Note
A fragmented set of personal lines describes a man seeking clearance from Uncle Sam, a wife, and a son’s hidden love life. The text touches on deception, whispers, and requests for proof of being "in the clear." It contrasts with light quips about keys and bedtime treats and ends with a remark on cash and a flippant observation about a photographer.
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Uncle Sam
Lend Lease Plan Bared In Washington
A downward trend in lend lease shipments to Britain is expected after Germany’s defeat. Officials say supplies will be trimmed to Britain’s needs while Congress may seek transition credits to shift remaining needs to a credit basis. Russia may also shift to credit as wartime aid ends.
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Washington
Britain
Germany
America
Congress
National Association of Manufacturers
Japan
Russia
Wildlife refuges number across the United States
The United States operates 263 wildlife refuges totaling about 13.5 million acres. The system covers diverse habitats and supports broad conservation efforts across multiple regions.
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United States
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