Patton speech fuels Axis fears and wartime nerves
The column argues against denigrating Governor hopeful Ralph McDonald as a foreigner and flags General Patton's controversial remarks as a diplomatic risk. It notes Allied leaders face intense pressure as wartime events unfold and public anxiety rises about strikes, casualties, and strategy across Europe.
Bankhead argues against federal loans to rayon nylon users
The Senate debate centers on cotton and wool competition with synthetic yarns like rayon and nylon. Senator Bankhead urges investigation of rayon's encroachment and warns rural South cotton farmers face future hardship. He advocates technological progress for cotton and says price and quality, not laws, will decide the outcome. The Durham Herald adds a note on editor transitions and newsroom pride.
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Thoughts of Others and Curfew Views From High Point Voices
A collection of local opinions includes Miss Alice Beckion defending Army Nurse Corps without fanfare, police captain Minding a juvenile curfew, Red Cross official Melvina Martin explaining family allowance versus allotment, two star mother Mina Wilson on news about soldiers overseas, Wade Renfrew on income taxes, and R F Campbell praising High Point College chapel dedication as well as urging families of servicemen to consult physicians before notifying servicemen.
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Alice Beckion
Melvina Martin
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Red Cross
Mina Wilson
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Postwar airline power plays shape world trade balance
The article outlines a sequence of conferences among Britain the United States and Russia to map postwar airline distribution. It highlights Adolf Berle Jr as lead negotiator, notes Washington views on de Gaulle and Franco Spain policy, and recalls Hull's diplomacy during Tunisia and Spain-related matters, emphasizing how these moves could redefine global power and trade.
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France
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Kingsbury Smith
Hull
General de Gaulle
Department
Petain
Vichy
Winston Churchill
Africa
Hitler
South Atlantic
Hemisphere
North Africa
Spain
Great Britain
Britain
Germany
Tunisia
North
Japan
Italy
Winchell on Broadway reveals Hollywood chatter and politics
A column of gossip mixes international intrigue with show business chatter. The piece mentions British agents probing a disappearance in New York, Dewey campaign concerns, theater ticket prices, and updates on actors, writers, and industry moves. It paints a snapshot of wartime entertainment and political climate with numerous named figures and places.
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International House
Sylva Sidney
Fletcher Martin
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Wilson
American Mercury
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Eric Johnson
Ted Lawsons
Red Skelton
Exchamp Kid Chocolate
Philly
Sally Rand
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