Immigration debate on Chinese exclusion repeal
A fragmentary editorial urges repeal of the Chinese Exclusion Act. It argues the change will foster respect with China and allow Chinese immigrants to enter the United States under existing quotas, enabling naturalization for those already here. The piece links the act to wartime alliances and calls for bipartisan backing.
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China
Britain
United States
Chiang Kai-shek
Japan
Senate
Eame
Light and Labor in War’s Wake and Cotton Machinery
A prophetic column discusses postwar farming shifts, predicting the Rust cotton picker will replace hand labor. It argues progress will outpace opposition, noting the Farm Security Administration, Congress, and Delta planters will push for mechanization, offsetting job losses as machines reshape rural work.
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Farm Security Administration
Gure Ag
Congress
FSA
Delta
Rust Brothers
America
Prejudice Forsaken Chinese Exclusion Act Repeal Nears
The House moves to repeal the 61 year old Chinese exclusion act, signaling a shift against racial prejudice to aid wartime prosecutions. President Roosevelt has called the measure important for winning the war, and the Senate is expected to act quickly toward presidential signature.
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United
Roosevelt
Senate
House
One Man's Philosophy by Ralph McGill on war and loss
This column recalls Ralph McGill of The Atlanta Constitution and his emotional response to telegrams announcing soldiers' deaths. It highlights a 17 year old girl learning a lad she knew was killed and the shock Dudley Glass felt upon receiving a similar telegram. It reflects on shared grief and the idea that one cannot easily endure such news.
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Ralph McGill
Atlante Constitution
War Department
McGil
The
Constitution
Dudley Glass
Wipe Away A Tear by Morris N. Kertzer in the Reader's Digest
An excerpt from Morris N. Kertzer recalls a Chicago station scene with soldiers arriving home. A young soldier greets his mother, whose joyful hug and whispered wish reveal bittersweet longing as families reunite amid war.
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Morris N. Kertzer
Reader's Digest
Chicago
Ronda
Greek crisis tied to US and British policy in war
The article alleges US and British actions influenced Greece's civil war. It describes a British colonel’s alleged plan to use Greek guerrillas, King George II’s political role, and Greek underground leaders pushing for a plebiscite on monarchy versus republic. It notes Roosevelt, Churchill, and Casey discussions, plus US diplomats advocating mixed outcomes.
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Washington
Greece
United States
Hare
Batte
Atheny
Baloniks
Volce
Catrothia
Cairo
George
George U
Shetter
Matanle
Roosevalt
Creace
George Exindaria
Csiro
Huindaria
Qalro
King George
Enlightenment Lehall
Winston Churchill
Roosevelt
Alexander Kirk
Egypt
Middle East
Richard Casey
Alr
Maitland Wilson
Balkans
Casey
Sophocks Venizelos
Venizelos
Caney
Ventzalos
George Rouney
Churchill
Ariiloh
Scandaras
Ambasaador Kirk
Church
Teonderous
Contenders for New York State Supreme Court Face Ties
The race for a New York State Supreme Court seat features two controversial contenders. Thomas A. Aurelio, repudiated by both parties due to ties to racketeer Frankie Costello, remains on the ballot. Matthew M. Lavy, a union lawyer linked to Browne Brot and Labor circles, was placed by the American Labor Party amid Aurelio’s troubles, with documented past defense of Local 206 and Browne.
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New York
New York State Supreme Court
T Wo Ween
Thomas. A. Aurelio
Frankie Costello
Aurelio
Matthew M. Lavy
Union Front
Alex Ross
Hatmakers’ Union
American Labor Party
New Deal
Levy
Hi Poy
Pepera
Nathan Franke
Lavy
Labor
Hig
Re Browne
Willie Bloff
Chicago
Browne
Bloff
Louisville
Miami
Ot Browne-Bioff Union
Tor
Browne-Bioff Triaa
Motion Picturas
Blott
Lowe's
RKO
The War Today on the German Front in 1942
Dewitt Mackenzie argues the Dnieper battle is dire for the Nazis yet not a total collapse. He notes Berlin preparing for another catastrophe and a possible orderly German withdrawal after salvaging key troops, with Moscow reporting a slow retreat on the southern front amid heavy losses.
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Dnieper
Stalingrad
Ike
Hiller
Atick
Trua
Berlin
Dnieper Pend
Hillerite
Charlie McCarthys
Thousand Mile
Moscow
Retreat plans and Balkan defense amid Nazi pressure
The article analyzes German retreats on the Eastern front and notes Hitler's fortress strategy in Europe. It argues the German command aims to delay, defending the Balkans as a gateway to Italy, while facing Russian pressure and Italian front risks.
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Ciritias Warale
Dalopernes
Balkans
Italy
Rumie
Radio Programs Broadcast Schedule Snapshot
A dense listing of radio programs and time slots from various networks include AP News segments, musical hours, variety shows, and drama features. Notable entries feature The King Misters Edwin LeMar Trio and The Serenadare with multiple AP News interludes, plus recordings from Napier Band and The All Latin American Music.
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AP News
Edwin LeMar
AF News
Garretts
Napier Field
Lost John
Salant
Daily News
Sla
Mary Astor
Cbs
Mbs
Bbc 7
Henry Aldrich
Abe
America’s Town
Bing Crosby
Bongs Amatsur
Gabriel Heater
Tmbe
Gracie Fields
Bshsom Davis
Nhebagle
Dingh
Vbs
Harry Winmer
Gary Moon
Jimmy Durante
Nbet
Raymond Gram Swing
Fint Ling
Ebe Mond Clapper
bmTo
Blu
Dale Carnerie
Nbe
Hera
Eba
Paul Schubert
Nbesart
Nbe West
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Mas
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Prayare
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Rand
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the Ming
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Browhel
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Fred Waring
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Morten
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Abe Jame
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Kaltenbern
Kean
Che Dance Music
Arthur Gale
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Frank Morgan
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