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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1941
Page
1
A fragmented discussion argues for amnesty of Americans who opposed Roosevelt’s war policy up to Pearl Harbor. Proponents say dissent was patriotic and rights-based, while critics label isolationists and accuse others of fomenting strikes. The piece contrasts genuine antiwar sentiment with alleged Communist influence amid wartime tensions.
Dec 18 reports quote British press association noting discussions toward an allied war authority to direct strategy against the axis. Washington’s role and a proposed supreme council with leaders from the United States Britain China and Russia are cited as already having indicated agreement to a general plan.
Washington December 18 Roosevelt signed into law a bill carrying about 16.08 billion dollars in appropriations and contract authority for the army and navy program. It provides for ordnance equipment and supplies for an army of two million men and funds for 800 naval patrol vessels, with cash and contract authority figures detailed by the White House late today.
Allied reports say Filipino jungle fighters won a decisive victory over Japanese invaders on Luzon as U S forces in the Pacific receive fresh leadership to retaliate for Pearl Harbor. Tokyo admitted several submarine losses while claiming battleships and planes sunk. U S and Philippine officials dispute these figures. Philippine troops clashed near Manila and halted the Japanese advance as the entire Philippine army is absorbed into the US Far East forces.
Swiss envoys in Berlin Rome Tokyo and other axis capitals take over U S diplomatic representation in Germany Italy Japan and satellites. Swiss minister Bruggmann assumes German Italian and Bulgarian interests in the United States while Swedish minister Bostrom handles Hungarian Romanian interests.
About 500 people are reported missing after the inter-island passenger steamer Corregidor sank in deep waters near Manila Bay. The ship carried about 800 passengers and crew, with roughly 300 rescued. Shark-infested seas hinder search efforts.
The Red Cross war fund drive sees a steady stream of reports at Hotel Frances, with the local chapter claiming the strongest response yet. Officials refrain from a total estimate, noting a $20,000 parish share as a minimum goal as the campaign continues.
Washington announces the War Department will expand the army to needed strength using the selective service system. All voluntary enlistments are to stop once the present rush ends, with an immediate rise of over 150,000 men proposed. Reserve officers will undergo physical exams but may not be called immediately after January 1.
Washington December 18 1945 Admiral Chester W Nimitz was assigned supreme command of the U S Pacific fleet to replace Admiral Husband E Kimmel who along with two other Hawaiian area officers was relieved of command Nimitz known as a forceful Texan rose from chief of the bureau of navigation to sea and stands second only to Admiral Harold R Stark in naval operations supreme command marks a major shift in wartime leadership.
FBI agents acting on orders from Washington held Japanese consul Kenzo Ito incommunicado at the New Orleans consulate under police guard. Chancellor Takegoro Sato was held inside the building. Spanish consul Jose Garay has taken over consulate affairs.
Federal Security Administrator Paul V. McNutt told a Senate committee that the nation cannot sustain busy assembly lines in some areas and bread lines in others. He predicted appalling unemployment next year if the government does not keep small businesses alive, noting their vital role in the economy amid up and down cycles.
Rome official radio said a Fascist submarine carrying 22 captured British officers has failed to return to its base and is missing at sea. The high command implied the vessel may be en route to Italy with prisoners from Libya.
Civilian registration begins Friday and Saturday statewide to volunteer for national defense efforts. Following general registration, county defense boards will classify volunteers, then form groups for air raid wardens, medical corps, auxiliary police, fire watchers, nurses aides, rescue squads, drivers, bomb squads and more. The broader program includes material salvage, civil liberties safeguards, town hall meetings, Americanism classes, recreation for service members, hospitality, transport, and community programs.
London reports Hongkong’s governor Sir Mark Young rejects a second Japanese surrender demand and vows to hold on while Tokyo pressures for capitulation. British command notes island may not endure without heavy losses, as communications confirm Moyne advised no further surrenders.
Washington dispatch reports Nazi reverses in Russia as a strategic setback to Japan. Experts note Japanese aims to seize Hongkong and Singapore could be jeopardized, potentially forcing Japan to contest the mainland with Britain and the USSR while US forces press in the Pacific.
Admiral Chester W. Nimitz, a veteran submarine sailor born 1885, is chosen to lead the U S Pacific Fleet succeeding Admiral Husband E. Kimmel. Known for calm demeanor and fearless leadership, Nimitz has long experience with pigboats and solid technical skill, with a record of effective subordinates.
Allied and Soviet reports claim Axis forces are in chaotic retreat on both North Africa and the Eastern Front. British lines say Libyan axis forces are broken and pursuing retreat, while Stalin lauds fleeing German troops as disorganized. Red Army updates describe heavy German casualties in Ukraine and near Moscow as fronts collapse.
War Department reports an army aircraft carrying Major General Herbert A. Dargue and seven others missing since December 12 on a transcontinental flight from Phoenix to Hamilton Field. Last heard near Palmdale California authorities fear a crash or forced landing. Dargue, 55, often pilots his own plane, headed aerial inspection tour with colonels, majors, captains, and enlisted personnel aboard.
A. R. Wisenbeker of Sears pledges 3300 in toys for Christmas through the Good Fellows fund. The gift, the largest yet, aids dozens of underprivileged children as the drive continues with a revue at Paramount Theater by the Lonegs Central Employes Service Club. Public donations remain urgently needed to reach the goal.
The Senate elections committee, by 13 to 3, recommended denying Senator Langer of North Dakota a seat. The charges stem from moral turpitude during his tenure as attorney and former governor. The full Senate will decide after the holiday recess.
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