Campaign gambits and war bond sales echo in Raleigh reflects era voices
An editorial row discusses Ralph McDonald and Gregg Cherry campaigns with Greensboro manager E. D. Broadhurst and Bill Umstead. It notes timing at Jackson Day dinner and hints at pro or anti McDonald stances among supporters while contrasting salesmanship in a war bonds drive with political maneuvering.
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Ralph McDonald
E. D. Broadhurst
Greensboro
Gregg Cherry
Cherry
Bill Umstead
McDonald
Raleigh
Broadhurst
Political wager on McDonald election in North Carolina
The author doubts Mr. Broadhurst can elect Dr. McDonald but concedes McDonald’s chances improve after today’s announcement. They predict Broadhurst’s man would regret backing a governor if elected, while hoping McDonald wins to avoid the adverse outcome.
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Broadhurst
Dr. McDonald
McDonald
North Caroline
Woman deputy named in county sheriff’s office controversy
A letter notes the sheriff appoints the first woman deputy in county history and praises the move while urging patience with staff shortages. It recounts a high point tale of a war bonds solicitor and a tax help mix up, blaming Washington for bureaucratic red tape and stressing local workers’ strain.
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John Storey
Braden
Friddie
German Despair Described by Neutral Reporter in 1942
Swedish correspondent Arvid Fredborg, writing in Behind The Steel Wall, quotes Goebbels admitting Germany had lost the war as early as October 1942. He notes Nazidom's decline, German despair, and the impact of wartime bombings and Soviet advances on morale.
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Goebbels
Germany
Arvid Fredborg
Fredberg
Citizens reply to youth center needs and war effort
A collection of letters expresses support and concerns about local youth centers, church women's groups, and wartime activities. Readers urge Sunday hours, praise the Unified Council of Church Women, and commend War Mothers bond drives and Red Cross fundraising while noting nurse aide needs and political views. Reports include sentiments on Japanese internment, war bond campaigns, and correspondence from service members.
Soldier Vote Debate Clouds Facts in Washington
The piece argues the public sees a Roosevelt aligned soldier vote bill while Republicans push rival state based limits. It critiques Green-Lucas and states rights bills, notes Stimson and Knox's roles, and questions constitutional validity and political leverage in November's vote. It highlights cabinet allies and the potential impact on 11 million soldiers.
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Washington
War
Stimson
Navy
Knox
Mr. Roosevelt
Army
Knpax
Roosevelt
Green-Lucas
White House
Barkley
Kentucky
News From Home Highlights Local wartime, crime and civic notes
High Point items report a Camden, D. C. youth arrested on assault and rape charges with warrants signed by local residents. Army Pfc. Walter Evans dies of malaria in the South Pacific. The Strickland Aircraft Corp will lease space to produce war goods, likely plywood airplane parts. Missing sailor Wilber Estes is officially declared lost at sea. Chamber of Commerce officers are named. Draft boards prepare February registrants for Fort Bragg examination. City schools may add agriculture. local officials discuss curriculum. Railway tanker collision injures crew. one dead, others hurt. Rent complaints reach the board and are sent to Atlanta. Air Medal awarded to Mrs. Stout for her RAF son missing in North Africa. Local Red Cross drive set for March 6 with a $59,000 goal. Basketball results show High Point teams strong in Western Class A. UNC B and BTC 10 losses noted.
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War Mothers Committee
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Red Cross
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South Pacific
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Usnata Crew
Solomons Branch
Washington, D.C
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Poland
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Ohio
Taft
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Lucas
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Wome
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Camden
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Suffolk
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J. A. Johnson
W. C. Idol
Frank Sizemore
T. J. Gold, Sr
North Carolina
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Louis J. Fisher
James B. Lovelace
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Rupert Pickens
Earl Phillips
Fort Bragg
W. J. McAnally
Charles F. Carroll
Southern Railway
Friendship
W. H. Michaels
Mecklenburg County
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Asheville
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Charlotte
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Rent Control Board
Atlanta
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Jack D. Stout
North Africa
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Dorris Street
War Department
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Arawa
New Britain
Leon M. Moffitt
Route Two
Italy
John C. Crawford
W. C. Crawford
Johnsontown
Henry Foscue
Foscue
Bison
Burlington
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Appalachian Mountaineers
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Yewmen
Appalachian
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UNC
Panthers
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