Chinese halt Japanese drive toward Chungking near Yangtze
The Chinese halted a major Japanese push south of the Yangtze toward Chungking after repelling five divisions around Ichang, showing Chinese resolve and urging stronger allied air power. Analysts say the Japanese must deploy more troops and air support to threaten free China, with Allied air strength seen as crucial after Washington talks.
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United Press
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Chungking
Jchang
Far East
Zchang
Washington
Tchang
Yangtze Gorges
Memorial Day Message from Oelwein Daily Register
In May 1943 memorial notes honor American soldiers fighting valiantly to preserve the country. Blaisdell Barnes Post No. 1725 of the Veterans of Foreign Wars expresses admiration for its efforts and the idea Memorial Day marks all wars. A. C. Smith, Commander, signs the message. Rockne coaching revered for Notre Dame record—106 victories, 12 defeats, five ties.
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Oplwein Daily Register
America
Eigelt
Daly Reese
Blaisdell Barnes
Veterans of Forwein Daily Register
Comradship
A. C. Smith
Rockne
Knute Rockne
Notre Dame
Editorial Comment Building After War
The American Builder reports a survey of 700 major builders outlining postwar housing aims. They favor quick starts with land plans and new materials, expect plastics and packaged units to ease construction, and anticipate more homelike homes with gradual design changes. They warn against hype and stress individualized, efficient homes built through factory methods.
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American Builder Magazine
Russia abolishes Communist International signals shift toward republic ideals
The Moscow decision to abolish the Communist International is hailed as a major step, reducing subversive activity in allied democracies. It suggests Russia may move toward a more representative government while keeping centralized leadership, aligning with the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics name.
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Moscow
Communist International
Soyat
Union of
Italy and Mussolini critique echoing historic rise and fall
The passage reflects on Mussolini's rise to power, praising some early reforms but condemning dictatorship’s flaws. It argues his egotism, arbitrariness, and alliance with Germany led Italy toward ruin, predicting inevitable decline as weakness and poverty deepen.
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