26 Mar 1942
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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1942
Page
1
An editor's note clarifies that opinions in the column are those of the news analyst and not necessarily the newspaper's stance. The release is attributed to Western Newspaper Union.
Reports describe a major air battle near New Guinea yielding a decisive naval victory for the United States and Australia. Jap losses include two heavy cruisers and a light cruiser, with many freighters sunk or damaged. The news signals a planned large scale offensive against Japan, and Australian leaders pledge stronger support and resolve.
The move of MacArthur to Australia sparked wild nationwide enthusiasm as the general prepared to defend the continent and lead a Pacific offensive. He arrived with Maj. Gen. Sutherland and Brig. Gen. George, while Mrs. MacArthur and their son chose to join him at the front. Australia faced a tough defense, aided by American support, with Japan potentially challenging their foothold. The article also notes WPB director Nelson warning against interference with war production after a resignation within his group.
Russian forces report steady gains around Kharkov and Vyazma with claims of up to 200,000 German troops trapped in Vyazma while house to house fighting intensifies in Kharkov suburbs. Mention of Smolensk activity and Hitler’s alleged HQ rumors, plus a Chilean report on General Homma’s suicide by self-dispatch.
Washington's selective service heads and draft boards launched the third lottery to classify 9,000,000 men aged 20 to 44. Many would be drafted into defense work, including older business owners, with some minor errors such as two missing numbers and one duplicated entry.
In a radio appeal Donald Nelson calls for a 25 percent rise in output and explains a plan using one action man with advisory committees to direct conversion. He contrasts his approach with Reuther’s plan and insists committees remain advisory while he oversees merit decisions. Hull later disputes the plan.
Washington reports President Roosevelt calls for greater military parades to boost national morale amid wartime. In Moscow, the press dismisses MacArthur’s rise to supreme commander in Australia. Montevideo chronicles street rioting after news of an Axis submarine sinking a Uruguayan registry vessel. Boulder City searches for two swarthy men who fired on a scout troop. San Francisco notes 90,000 Japanese moved from coast to interior as Chinatown bargains surge.
Answers cover a river Thames in the United States notably in Missouri or another state, a hobble-de-hoy is a confused or clumsy person, the phrase Something is rotten in Denmark originates from Shakespeare a scene in Hamlet, a chanson is a French song or lyric poem, a horse five feet tall stands 15 hands high, ascorbic acid is vitamin C, Easter Sunday dating uses computus based on lunar cycles and ecclesiastical rules, ordnance refers to military supplies and ordinance to official orders, the state celebrating its 150th anniversary this year is indicated by a historical context, and the Lusitania sank on its maiden voyage with the Titanic and Vestris not matching the event.
A list item notes the Thames river located in Connecticut, followed by a series of phrases defining terms and references. It mentions a youth, a line from Hamlet, a song, a horse measurement, vitamin C, an Easter rule, ordnance meanings, Kentucky with a number, and the Titanic.
A promotional ad inviting readers to receive a free yeast recipe book by sending name and address to Standard Brands Inc. at 691 Washington St. New York City. The offer lists Oven Scones Cheese Puffs Honey Pecan Buns Coffee Cakes and Rolls as examples.
An advertisement invites readers to enter weekly jingle contests for a chance to win liberal prizes. Over 100 prizes awarded each week. Readers are urged to watch the paper for details and instructions.
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