10 Dec 1942
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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1942
Page
1
Stiffening Axis resistance slows Allied push on African strongholds as U S Navy scores again on the Jop fleet. The House moves to increase farm parity. Editorial note credits Western Newspaper Union analysts and Shinewa paper.
The House would raise parity prices for all crops to include labor costs, a measure supported by agricultural committees but opposed by President Roosevelt. The bill argues farmers seek equal treatment as manufacturers, with wages rising daily. Naval actions in Tunisia show Allied pressure as Axis reinforcements arrive. The Paris radio notes a British American advance near Tunis while Darlan’s leadership question looms, with the French people to decide.
Allied forces in the Pacific report growing strength as U S naval units repelled another Japanese attempt to retake the southern Solomons by sinking nine ships near Guadalcanal. American land forces tighten control around Henderson Field while New Zealand confirms a large American expeditionary force arrival. In New Guinea, allied airmen repelled a Japanese relief fleet and air-supported gains reach toward Buna from Gona as troops advance inland.
President Roosevelt proposed a $25,000 net income limit on investments to mirror the $25,000 salary net ceiling, with total income from salary and investments not exceeding $25,000 net or $67,200 gross per year, amid calls for greater equity in the tax and wage system. Labor peace efforts between CIO and AFL: a joint commission to resolve differences and a path to arbitration, backed by Green and Murray, after a 1935 split.
Mussolini addressed the Fascist parliament in an eight minute speech described as a whistling in the dark. He urged hatreds and silencing gossip while predicting stronger German reinforcement and a harsh reception for RAF raids. He claimed Italy had suffered heavy losses, including 162 ships and over 400,000 military personnel, in 30 months of war.
Russian strategists press the Rzhev Vyazma push while Stalingrad threats loom and Caucasus defenses wobble. Two 22 year old pilots, Liccuts Comstock and Roger Dyar, reached 725 mph in P 47 Thunderbolts during a dangerous test dive. Chicago hosts a wartime Market Fat Stock show with 6349 farm animals as the International Exposition is displaced by war.
The release of 157 unshaven, ill fed Norwegian seamen and 0 British naval personnel, interned south of Oran for nine months to two years, was announced. An Al-Ned spokesman said they joined a Dutch group previously and that several were like-
Washington report highlights General Marshall briefing key senators and representatives on North Africa losses, Eisenhower Darlan arrangements, and optimistic take on Nazi strength diversion. Noted figures include Murphy and Knox with Darlan and Spain context. Cordell Hull scene closes this brief.
The article notes Wendell Willkie's Middle East tour as two pivotal late August to early September events alongside Allied victories in North Africa. It describes Willkie meeting officials, diplomats, and kings, his informal dress, clashes with censors, and mixed reactions in a region famed for secrecy, with emphasis on his bold, unguarded style and the wartime atmosphere.
A pail of water removes odors in a freshly painted room. Sardines mashed with dressing and lemon juice make a grand filling for toasted sandwiches. Vary muffins by adding one third cup coconut and candied fruits to dry ingredients. Skewers are ideal for spring cleaning to clean woodwork corners and grooves. Apples flavored with maple syrup or juice and baked pair well with roast ham. To make dustless cloths, coat cheesecloth with furniture polish in a jar for days. Remove broiler racks for frequent scrubbing. Detach top burners weekly to clean with hot soapy water and soda.
When constipation brings distress after meals and causes bloating gas and dizziness the stomach suffers. Dr Caldwell's Laxative Senna combined with Syrup Pepsin wakes up lazy nerves and muscles in the intestines and keeps the stomach comfortable. Children enjoy the taste of this gentle laxative. Take as directed or per your doctor’s advice for relief. Get genuine Dr Caldwell's.
The fragment reflects on differing judgments and the belief in one's own correctness. It presents no clear event, person, or place, offering a philosophical musing rather than a reportable news item.
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