UNRRA medical supply plan aims to halt epidemics in liberated Europe
Dr James A Crabtree of UNRRA outlines a medical aid program for occupancy regions focusing on epidemic control. Units include drugs vaccines serums and sanitation gear plus 1000 isolation cots per city million population. Aims to rapid assembly, ready to deploy, with hospital and lab support and a push for a permanent international health body after the war.
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Europe
James A. Crabtree
United Nations Relief and Rehabilitation Administration
Crabtree
Poland
MNRRA
UNRRA
United States
What Age Brings Peak Performance Across Professions
Ohio University professor Harvey C Lehman summarizes a survey of peak ages for different careers. Physicians top at 39, philosophers and musicians at 39, composers at 48, actors at 48, generals 40 to 44, novelists 46, humorists 56, judges 58, and over 60 drivers appear cooler but resist new ideas. The piece ends with a cynic’s quip that the best age may be someone else’s.
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Harvey C. Lehman
Ohio University
Mengal
Free Enterprise Under Postwar Pressure From Indiana Manufacturers
The Indiana Manufacturers Association warns that postwar prosperity depends on free enterprise and not government control. It notes hundreds of industries have blueprint products and stresses clear issues for the public to decide whether boards and bureaus should curb free enterprise or allow it to create jobs with adequate wages.
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Indiana Manufacturers Association
Organized Labor
Water shortage threatens prosperous U S regions, Post warns
The Saturday Evening Post examines subsurface water decline affecting public officials engineers and farmers who drill deeper wells. As wells fail and streams dry, farmers haul water and reduce livestock, while industry seeks conservation after losing new factories. The piece links aridity to shortsighted land use and cites Four Freedoms nostalgia.
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United States
Saturday Evening Post
Washington Calling in a Time of Suspense 1944
Marquis Childs reflects on American morale on the eve of invasion. He notes cautious outlooks, rationing changes, and public indifference amid wartime anxiety, contrasting normal life with looming battles and the uncertain end of the war. He likens the mood to a long time exposure awaiting the first decisive shot.
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Washington
America
OPA
Ernest J. King
Aval
Europe
Freddy
California
Paul V. McNutt
Britain
United Feature Syndicate, Inc
Coal Shortage Sparks War Time Contingency Plans
Washington officials warn of a 38 million ton coal deficit this year and weigh curtailing production and nonessential fuel use. Plans include a three day week for some plants and extended conservation by consumers to avert a harsher winter impact.
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Washington
Philadelphia Evening Bulletin
Superstitions and daily life tips raise practical questions
In a reflective column the author ties household beliefs to daily routines and social habits. The piece discusses common superstitions and their practical roots, Memorial Day timing debates, tea drinking by women voters, rationing, prayer frequency, and nostalgia for old tools.
Strange World Musings on Wealth, War, and Luck
A stream of quips on time saving gadgets, wealth versus poverty, machines replacing workers, military leaders, fashion, politics, luck, patriotism, and Roosevelts future popularity. The piece riffs on societal foibles and human nature with a skeptical, wry tone.
Eisenhower and War Policy Reflections in Washington
A Washington figure discusses strategy and public opinion on Italy operations, the debt limit, and postwar influence. Critics debate leadership, the press, and the value of keeping a strong army for peace conferences while cautioning about political repercussions.
Calldown for Walkouts and Tea Reception Etiquette
A discussion on handling interruptions during talk and presenting polite conduct. The piece critiques rude exits, suggests polite responses, and explains that formal teas use a receiving line while informal teas may omit it, with the hostess greeting guests and introducing them to the guest of honor.
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Anon
The Parent Problem The Youth Panel Speaks
A Philadelphia youth panel at the Annual Institute of Family Relationships urges adults to listen to young people. Dorothy Waldo Phillips emphasizes understanding youth perspectives and willingness to learn. The article notes rising youth forums and student councils shaping dialogue between generations.
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Institute of Family Relationships
Philadelphia
Women's Interdenominational Union
Dorothy Waldo Phillips
United States
Bnd
War era quotes and views across nations and leaders
Statements from Senator Alben Barkley Archbishop Edwin Byrne and Secretary Harold Ickes outline wartime responsibilities and governance. Admiral Halsey comments reflect shifting morale as wartime conditions evolve and signals a broader transitional phase.
Health Talks on Diphtheria Prevention and Immunization
Dr W A Womer city health superintendent urges early baby immunization to prevent diphtheria and protect children noting immunization is harmless and reduces danger to safety. The piece also references a New York tax story and civic sentiment from Muncie Indiana.
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W. A. Womer
New York
State Incomy
Muncie
Ind. Press
Ghost writers and gazing into the future haunt public life
Central Press columnist notes concerns over ghost writing in campaigns. He cites Dewey and Hoover as examples of writing their own words, contrasts Willkie’s reliance on writers, and laments insincerity from biographers and publishers. He also observes popular horoscopes and fortune telling among office workers and readers, questioning the value of predicting tomorrow.
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Dewey
EB. S
Tom
United States
Willkie
Elder Statesman
Wei Ndon
U.S
Herbert Hoover
Harpers Magazine
Hoover
EZS
Brighth
New York
The
Eight Inventions of Liberty Burned by Bureaucrats
A collection of editorial jabs attacks on bureaucrats and “phony liberals” as the eighth wonder and a warning that Americans tolerate loss of freedom while guards abroad fight. The pieces urge vigilance against internal enemies and government overreach.
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Muncie Ind
Evening Press
Farm Work Aims to Curb Juvenile Delinquency This Summer
An editorial urges recruiting city youth for farm labor during a third wartime season of peak food production. It argues increased outdoor physical work, long days, and hardship can reduce mischief and delinquency while boosting harvests, though permanent cures are unlikely.
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Lawrence County
Just Folks By Edgar A Guest
Poem reflects on soldiers facing hardship and death finding relief in laughter and song. It notes manpower shortages with Army and Navy duplications of landing fields control towers and weather staffs in Washington and globally to support morale.
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Army
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