Propaganda critique of AP OPA furniture story sparks debate
The Enterprise criticizes an AP report on OPA enforcement in the furniture industry as sloppy journalism and propaganda. It argues the piece unfairly brands many firms as cheaters while noting only a small fraction faced action, and cautions against broad accusations without specifics.
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Associated Press
Office of Price Administration
Washington
OPA
High Point
CPA
Johnston visit to Russia urged as key to postwar peace
The piece argues that Russia has suffered about 5,300,000 deaths or losses and that American production and diplomacy, led by Eric Johnston of the U S Chamber of Commerce, could shape a peaceful postwar order. It praises businesslike cooperation and cautions against imposing American systems on Russia while stressing the need to work with the Soviet Union for global stability.
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Russia
Germany
Great Britain
Red Army
Axis
Europe
Eric Johnston
United States Chamber of Commerce
Johnston
Mr. Johnston
Moscow
Misuse and Aviation Contrast in Wartime Reflections
A writer recalls Will Guthrie of Burlington discovering his brother J C Guthrie wounded in Europe and flown to Duke Hospital. The piece argues aviation aids humanity yet warns rocket bombs could devastate Europe and America, urging restraint in science and policy. It notes Goering’s weight remark and mocks England Americanization franchise talks and brighter currency colors.
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Will Guthrie
Burlington
J. C. Guthrie
England
Europe
Will
Duke Hospital
J. C
Duke
North Carolina
Glenn L. Martin
America
First battalion in Rome recalls welcome to veterans
Sgt Fritz recalls leading company as they toured Rome and pursued ferries, noting a warm reception from locals. Rudolph Binder urges a city ordinance to criminalize hitting dogs and not stopping, citing injured pets and concern for children.
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Rome
Sgt
Fritz
Rudolph Binder
Residents share small talks on parking and gardens
Policeman C F Charping notes empty Main Street parking spots from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Grady Goldston doubts nylon hose confiscated in Greensboro will be sold. Mrs Whitesell mentions residents preparing for victory gardens as unused city space could help. Postmaster S C Clark cites a one million dollar band purchase by the letter carrier's association.
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Main Street
C. F. Charping
English
Washington Streets
Greensboro
Grady Goldston
8. C. Clark
Controversy and Convictions in Public Discourse
The writer blasts self serving journalists who chase polls and deny bias while praising debate rooted in truth. Recalling New York street forums, he extols standing firm against ridicule to defend what one believes, recalling clashes with mob opinion and the exposure of the cowardly.
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Gallup
New York
Goldfogle
Mark Twain
M. Todd
John J. Astor
Austin
Janes
Catherine
Arthur Krock
The
Times
Turner Catledge
The Need for Controversy in Far War Aims Debates
By George Sokolsky argues for frank public debate on wartime aims and foreign policy. He contends isolationism never existed in U S history and cites Roosevelt and London Conference actions as fueling nationalism. The piece urges robust civilian-led discussion to reveal facts and guide policy.
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Unity Singers
United States
Great Britain
Hughes
Kel
Stimson
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Roosevelt
Hitler
Germany
Unity Eriers
Lincoln
En Grant
Marshall
Eisenhower
King
Arnold
Behind the News Washington On postwar reconversion
The plan for Congress vacation is said to mask limited business until August 1 as House and Senate members return home to mend fences and uncover Hillman CIO activities. Critics warn reconversion bills stall amid controversy while urgent economic action is needed. cash reserves, a shrinking postwar economy, and overlapping programs under Byrnes Wil Nelson and the G I bill shape the uncertain transition.
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Washington
Congress
House
Hillman-Cio
Holmian
Oregon
Clark
Idaho
Joseph P. Kennedy
Chicago
Byrnes
Ben Cohen
C. FE
Donald Nelson
Truman Committee
Army
Nelson
G.I
Postwar boost requires coherent national economic plan
The author argues veterans should return to work to revitalize the economy, stressing tax revision and integrated policy. He critiques scattered postwar efforts and suggests a single executive coordinator, ideally someone like Byrnes, Baruch, or Kennedy, to unite efforts across Vinson, Jones, Clayton, and McNutt.
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Vinson
Marvin Jones
Senate
George
McNutt
Byrnes
Baruch
Kennedy
Broadway Buzz and Show Biz Chatter Across New York
Rumors swirl of media moguls and Navy officials eyeing late newspaper owner Knox assets in Chicago. Disney plans a New York Swing Street musical. Lillian Smith earns 300000 from Strange Fruit sales after five rewrites. Veronica Lake draws 20000 at a Cappearance. Frank and Anne Hummert run 21 radio programs weekly. Joe Besser sues NBC over job loss.
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Conrad Nagle
Stork Club
Walter Donaldson
Blue Heaven
Joe Besser
NBC
Cantor
Rerely
Hassard
Hollywood
Miami
Miami Beach
New Ork
N. Y. Yankees
S. G
Goldwyn
Frank and
Anne Hummert
Willkie
Dewey
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Hes
Charles M. Farrar
Southeastern Coal Association
Atlanta, Ga
George Sokolsky
Paul Mallon
Winchell
Broadway
Atlantic City
Noe
Johnson
Veronica Lake
Glenn Miller
Gerald L. K. Smith
Ginia Hill
Jerry Wald
St Club
Sonzo Oxato
Honeychile Wilder
Bishnu
Los Angeles
Philharmonic Theatre
Gregory Ratoff
Bernard Baruch
Bert Wheeler
Digest
Speakeasy
Frank Gervasi
Collier’s
Fort Jackson
S. C
Dies
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Methodist
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DeGaulle
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