Okinawa Corner Turns in Pacific War With Uncertain End
The Okinawa campaign nears its final phase as Allied forces tighten the ring on Japan. Marshall says final victory date remains unknowable due to Russia's potential entry, Chinese resistance, and imponderables, while air strikes and B 29s advance toward Japan and Manchuria.
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Okinawa
Japan
Pacific
Russia
Asia
George C. Marshall
House
East China Sea
China
Germany
Elbe
Marshall
Manchuria
Washington
Pacific Theater
Philippines
Stettinius Chair Nomination Tied to New World League Role
A public assessment argues that Stettinius fits as chairman of the American delegation to the new world organization and will consult with the president and foreign affairs committees before voting on major issues. It notes Byrnes as the logical next secretary of state and predicts his appointment.
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New World Organization
Senate
House
Stettinius
Security Council
United States
Congress
Truman
New League
United Nations
James F. Byrnes
Brynes
Itos
Department of State
Byrnes
Supreme Court
Washington
San Francisco
Berlin
Chicago
Democratic Party
South Carolina Statesman
New Cars for Civilians Delayed Amid Repair Attitudes
The National Automobile Dealers Association warns that many owners refuse to repair aging cars in hope of a new model soon. About 24 million over age cars remain in service while production from July 1945 to July 1946 is uncertain and unlikely to meet urgent demand.
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National Automobile Dealers’ Association F
Small town revival prospects after World War II
The piece argues postwar prosperity hinges on consumer spending and warns of potential trouble after 1950 depending on the Russian Communist trajectory. It lists business opportunities suited to small communities in industries like agricultural machinery sales and repair, auto services, electrical goods, furniture, printing, meat curing, baking, dairy products, animal foods, soft drinks, building materials, leather goods, fertilizers, and toys.
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Russia
Wellesley
Massachusetts
Sen Fae Sana Seana Sains
Car Scrapping Rise Outpaces New Car Production
A forecast indicates more cars will be scrapped in the coming year than new cars produced. The chance of an average car owner getting a new car next year is about 1 in 100.
James Marlow EASC Grows From Humble Start at UN Conference
Editor notes EASC is central to postwar UN. It moved from a minor role to a key body tasked with studying economy, education, health and trade. It will form commissions, report findings, and advise the General Assembly, while preserving national independence and avoiding direct coercion. 18 members will sit on the council, with no single power dominating.
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EASC
General Assembly
United Nations
United States
Britain
Russia
France
China
Tribune and Leader-Press Masthead History
The La Crosse Tribune and Leader-Press staff details show editors L Bangsberg and A W Rice, with second class matter status dated June 22 1904 and post office in La Crosse Wisconsin. It notes affiliation as a member of the Lee Newspaper Syndicate and Associated Press rights for news dispatches and local news.
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L. Bangsberg
A. W. Rice
la Crosse
Wis
Unger
Tribune
Leader-Prem
Lee Newspaper
Associated Press
Loereia
Wisconsin Moves to Enforce Anti-Gambling Law
Gov Goodland wins tighter control via a revised gambling enforcement bill with a jury trial option. State agents under Clyde Tutton will push prosecutions as local prosecutors and sheriffs face new public opinion pressures while Roach serves in the Philippines.
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Madison
Wis
Goodland
Wisconsin
Thomson
Beverage Tax Division
Gov. Goodland
Clyde Tutton
Tutton
John W. Roach
Philippines
Roach
Haskin Service Answers to Your Questions
The La Crosse Tribune Information Bureau offers factual answers by mail for 3 cents postage. Navy and Army questions cover mustering-out pay, points for stars, and demobilization rules. A ship was named after William H. McGuffey and launched April 25, 1943. Italian POW marriages to Americans are not allowed. possible future U S entry requires consular permission.
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la Crosse Tribune Information Bureau
Eye St
N. E
Washington, D.C
William H. McGuffey
U. S. Maritime Commission
Oregon Shipbuilding Company
Barbecue Pits and Outdoor Fireplaces Guide
A government booklet Fireplaces and Chimneys guides building backyard barbecues and outdoor fireplaces. The 56 page illustrated publication costs ten cents postpaid via The La Crosse Tribune Information Bureau. Coupon included with payment and mailing address.
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la Crosse Tribune Information Bureau
Eye St
N. E
Fireele Ok
German Regeneration Dilemma Faces Allied Leaders
Dewitt Mackenzie discusses Allied plans for Germany’s punishment and reconstruction amid unknowns about public reaction, Kaiser era militarism, and how to handle Nazi war criminals. He notes sensitive debates among the Big Four about methods and timelines.
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Germany
Hitler
Berchtesgaden
Europe
Western Hemisphere
Hitler the Hun
Gueltzow Receives Combat Infantryman Badge
Pfc. John Gueltzow of La Crosse Wisconsin earned the Combat Infantryman Badge for actions against Japanese forces in the Philippines after serving in New Guinea. He enlisted December 11 1942 and has been in the Philippines since February following the New Guinea campaign.
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Philippines
Pfc
John Gueltzow
la Crosse
Wis
Ill
Gueltzow
New Guinea
Mobile Operating Room Ebbs Into Okinawa Front
Lieut Charles M Ihle of Eau Claire commanded Marine Company E on Okinawa. His unit was equipped with a mobile operating room despite critics who doubted it would reach shore over coral. The surgical trailer, nicknamed Old Indomitable, endured rugged terrain as it climbed 60 steps to a bivouac area helping rapid Marine advance on north Okinawa.
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Charles M. Ihle
Egu Claire
Marine Co. E
Okinawa
Okinaway
Lieut
Ihle
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