They Say They Say Ad Offers War Resource Plans
In a column of public reaction a state commerce official notes swift response to a recent mineral resources advertisement. Local figures discuss amateur boxing plans supporting USO and potential public fundraising for soldiers meals. A WPA director recalls a beach safety rule and a High Point resident proposes a soldier feeding fund.
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Bill Sharpe
Direcor
State Department of Commerce and Industry
Propaganda, Second Front Hype and Axis Pressure
A wartime reflection on propaganda from Berlin and Moscow. The piece notes German deception about RAF losses and battlefield claims, while Moscow allegedly broadcasts Germany US second front plans. It weighs the risk of a looming second front and the possibility of Axis collapse under future pressures.
Fool Proof PS Plan for Gas Rationing in High Point
The letter praises the fool proof gas rationing system with per gallon tokens and strict car-use stamps. It urges filling stations to enforce stamps and visible rationing classifications to deter chiseling while noting concerns about doubtful petitions and sticker compliance. It also discusses wartime shipping, U-boats, and the potential role of cargo planes, citing J Anton de Haas and urging accelerated production of aircraft.
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High Point
Cargo Airmen Carrying War Goods Reach Far East
American airmen are making history in India and China by flying cargo planes that support bombing scouting and fighter missions. The cargo pilots are keeping Chinese operations supplied and moving vital materiel.
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India
China
War front page mixed with good news delights readers
The Enterprise front page carried grim headlines of Nazi offensives and Japanese advances, yet brighter notes appeared with RAF strikes on Duesseldorf, U S bombers hitting Axis ports, a Nippon cruiser reportedly sunk, and Zeroes shot down. Despite one day’s mix, readers welcomed any positive wartime updates.
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Duesseldorf
RAF
U.S
Nippon
U. S
Young North Carolina leaders cited in state council
The article notes that the state council of state is dominated by relatively young men led by Auditor George Poul, age 47, alongside Governor Broughton, Treasurer Charles Johnson, Clyde Er Win, and Thad Eure, all under 54, marking a notably young leadership. It also mentions a federal-to-state transfer and a colorfully odd job application at Camp Butner. Franchises tax receipts rose by 526,470.57 while gasoline revenue declined by 110,980.99, totaling 7,200,978.81 for the general fund in July.
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Poul
North Carolina
Broughton
Charles Johnson
Clyde Er Win
Walter Winchell. 4 Gang On Top These By Harry Hershfield
Walter Winchell column by Harry Hershfield discusses a four gang trend challenging public order. The piece analyzes gang influence, community response, and local policing measures while reflecting era tabloids in a brisk social commentary voice.
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Gang
Harry Hershfield
Radio Humor and Witty Quips Stirred by Broad ay Broadcast
A Broadway radio segment features Senator Ed Ford with Joe Laurie Jr and Yours Truly enlisting public gags read by Peter Donald. Jokes cover wartime absurdities, misadventures, and political barbs, including a cremation miscue and a yacht filled world of compliments and comedies.
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ED Ford
Joe Laurie, Jr
Peter Donald
Latins to Build Vessels for Inter-American Trade
A speech notes Latinos can aid U S by constructing a hundred wooden sailing ships from non-critical materials to boost inter-American commerce, potentially carrying a million tons of cargo annually, addressing wartime shipping shortages. No bananas.
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inter-Amercan
Brief Bits From A Busy World Bank Bed and Twins
A collation of quirky lines notes oddities and short items about youth sports talent and critique. It mentions twins born in an Oklahoma town and a mute who could be a kicker with help from others. It also comments on piano practice and the way some criticize success.
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Oklahoma
Highway appoint- who will succeed late Ed Flannagan
Speculators rush to name the highway commissioner for the second district as Governor Broughton appears likely to appoint early in the week. No final decision or even a clear nominee has been disclosed by morning. In Chapel Hill civilian defense school opens to study incendiary bomb handling and mobilization. Officials deem inland areas vulnerable though coastal regions face real danger from air raids. The program requires significant funding. counties and cities must budget for supplies and full-time directors. The state uses contingency funds but may seek direct legislative appropriation next session.
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Russia
Caucasus
London
Moscow
Britain
United States
Europe
Germany
Hitler
Japan
Siberia
Ed Flannagan
Broughton
Civilian Defense
Chapel Hill
North Carolina
Governor Broughton appoints two Negro trustees
Governor Broughton has appointed two Negro members to the board of trustees of the Negro A. and T. College at Greensboro. The move breaks a precedent and is praised as wise and worthy, arguing competent Black representatives will better understand the college's problems than white oversight.
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Broughton
A. & T. College
Greensboro
Voices on War and Women in Industry Quotes
A collection of wartime quotes from Goebbels McNutt Taft Rickenbacker Ford and others. They discuss invasion risks womens roles in war work price controls and postwar home life. The selections reflect varied views from political and industrial figures.
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Henry Ford
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