Hitler's invasion plans revealed before Senate subcommittee
A Senate military subcommittee heard how Hitler planned to invade the United States via Mexico after a Newfoundland feint. The meeting highlighted Britain's radar aided defense, the Battle of Britain as a turning point, and noted State Department had prior knowledge of the plan. The speaker asserted the war must continue until unconditional surrender.
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England
Senate
Germany
Senate Committee
Churchill
Britain
America
Hitler
Mexico
Newfoundland
Caribbean
State Department
France
Roosevelt
Health officials warn on polio spread and isolation
High Point health authorities caution that infantile paralysis is contagious like other diseases and isolation helps prevent spread. They note two dozen children under observation after visits to polio infected areas and urge avoiding polio communities or reporting emergency travel to officials.
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High Point
Dehitlerization and the World War II Outlook
The author argues that Hitler sought global domination but history shows such tyranny cannot endure. July 1944 marks momentum for the United Nations to push toward victory, with Europe to be deHitlerized and Nazi power eroded. Warns against overoptimism that could invite complacency or trench warfare fatigue.
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Hitler
Germany
Alexander the Great
Genghis Khan
Napoleon Bonaparte
United Nations
Europe
De Gaulle Contention Grows Over France Leader Ambitions
The article argues General de Gaulle’s push to move his capital and lead liberated France risks destabilizing Allied operations in Normandy. It critiques his ego and lack of democratic alignment while noting Allied leaders’ concern over his influence amid the war effort. It contrasts Hitler’s larger defeats with de Gaulle’s ambitions.
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North Africa
Normandy
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Fisenhower
High Point residents discuss war effort and city rules
R E Risk backs an ordinance prohibiting two people on one bicycle after a collision between two boys and a car. Bobby Smith predicts 1953 war end. Arthur H Vanhoy and Lula invest in war bonds, while Frank Harris cites auto price ceilings after three years without new cars.
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R. E. Risk
Bobby Smith
Arthur H. Vanhoy
High Point Weaving Company
Lula
Frank Harris
Thoughts on War Time Life and Home Front Opinions
A array of voices reflects wartime attitudes from price controls and bond drives to industry location talks and civilian sacrifice. Citizens discuss profiteering, payroll deductions for bonds, relocation prospects, and public sentiment about rationing and support for troops. A private soldier predicts the war’s end by December and June 1945.
The Greed and Gripes of a Four Corner Storekeeper
An American grocer and fellow Berkshire Hill resident laments wartime rationing and WPA rules. He notes limited cigarette cartons, brand shortages, and customer demand for non available brands while chains 18 miles away stock what locals cannot obtain. He recounts trying to install multiple telephones and a bell to improve communication, but WPA regulations block the extra bell.
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Four Corners
New England
Faby
Rania
What's going on around here anyway
By George Sokolsky complains about bureaucrats privileges and unequal treatment of citizens. He cites gasoline use double standards and wartime travel by leaders, asks why store brands disappear and farmers face gluts while officials seem favored.
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Joe Doakes
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Postwar loan plans fuel veteran home and business outlook
Wartime veterans stand to receive government guarantees for home loans up to 2000 dollars, with total loans potentially 4000 dollars if collateral and credit are solid, and first year interest waived. Similar terms apply to starting businesses, boosting building, trades, and private enterprise as veterans return to civilian life.
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Supreme Court
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Provisions for Education Aid Help Veterans Rejoin School
The article outlines government support for veterans to resume or begin education and vocational training. Qualified veterans may receive up to 500 dollars annually for tuition and books, plus 50 dollars monthly for living costs and 25 dollars more for dependents or a wife. Veterans under 25 who entered service may return regardless of interruption. those over 25 must show an interrupted education. Refresher courses are available for one year to veterans of any age.
Winchell On Broadway Amid Uproarious Society Rumors
A column lists a cascade of society and entertainment chatter. Freeman Gosden weds Gail Patrick’s former friend Jane Stoneham. Charles Chaplin buys Mexican land. rumors swirl about Elliott Roosevelt and Winston Churchill's daughter. various stars, marriages, and scandals are noted with sharp, era-typical tabloid framing.
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Amos and Andy
Gail Patrick
Jane Stoneham
N. ¥ Giants
Charles Chaplin
Mexico
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L. A. Mayer
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Sheila
Sandy Smith
Roger Touhy
Richard Bong
Leavin
Warner
Elliott Roosevelt
Waa
Ruth Briggs
Newsweek
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Roosevelt
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