Notes on an Innocent Bystander and Media War Echoes
A critical tour through radio, film, and press during wartime echoes, noting FDR quotes of vigilance, Ellin Mackay Betlin’s defense of Mrs Lindbergh, and reactions to anti Nazi propaganda. It mentions Dean Acheson praised, Washington coverage of Holt, and satirical takes on editors, publishers, and personalities in Look, Vanity Fair, and Newsweek.
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Fdr
Congress
Ellin Mackay Betlin
Chas
Lindbergh
Verne Marshall
Dean Acheson
Washington
Holt
Newsweek
John T. McManus
South America
America
Germany
Klaus Mazin
Maugham
Shean
Sherwood
Hitler
Margaret Case Harriman
Clare Boothe
Vanity Fair
la Boothe
Roosevelt budget message causes shock in Congress
The Roosevelt budget message and plan trigger a strong, surprised response in Congress. Bills for wartime veterans bonuses and aid to Britain gain swift support despite debate. Leaders Barkley and George review the measures as press reactions vary from fascist to silent Russian coverage. Britain remains cautiously confident in U.S. support.
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Congress
Britain
War Declarations Loom As Nye Predicts Narrow Victory
The piece reports Nye of North Dakota claiming 50 to 35 positive votes for an immediate US declaration of war on Germany, labeling the bill a declaration of war and noting pessimistic views among noninterventionists. Roosevelt acknowledges broad powers but delays formal action, awaiting voting outcomes. British forces under General Wavell rapidly advance in North Africa, seizing Sidi Barrani and Tobruk areas as Australian troops contribute.
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Europe
Nye
North Dakota
United States
Germany
England
Roosevelt
Congress
Vell
Infaica
Flanders
Tommy Att
Planders Fields
Dunquerque
Wavell
Mediterranean
Africa
Sidi Barzani
Maria Matruh
Graziani
Sidi Barrani
Salam
Bardia
Tobruk
Bengali
Derna
Batdia
Greeks Near Victory After Heavy Snow Battle in Albania
Greece fought the Italians to a retreat from Kisura amid blizzards and mountainous terrain. British air action strafed retreating columns as Greek forces pressed toward Tepelini, the vital Albanian town.
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Yen
Greece
Kitsura
Kisura
Régi
Kilsura
Bellich
Tepelini
Vatona
Tirana
Albania
Notes of a reporter to Miss Eorror Verse Marshall
Fragmented notes recounting figures and events, including eye witnesses to a town hall speech with bodyguards, a Dayton plane crash near Jacksonville, a Miami gambling scene, and talk of aviation plans and diplomatic postings, all presented in a rapid-fire newspaper vibe.
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Marshall
Town Hall
Joe McNazi
Eve Curie
PeLear
Dayton
Jacksonville
St Vincent's
Slarsh Maxie
Miami
Singapore
Sadie's
Radio Guide
Hal Kemp
Free French Allied ships and wartime actions reported
London reports the Free French Alvy and 80 merchantmen on sea lanes with weapons in support of Allied efforts. Vichy issues a decree restricting Jewish business participation affecting 11 000 establishments. Washington says defense agencies plan powers to enforce industry compliance with government requests. London notes an American claims a British plane shot down a German bomber, marking a rare air victory.
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London
Vichy
Gers Fon
France
Waashington
Defense Authoriies
Fire responses and RAF raids amid heavy bombing campaign
Germany continues air raids on Britain with 160 fire bombs per strike as London and other cities face destruction. Britain counters with volunteer rooftop firewatchers and intensified bombing of invasion ports and German cities, Bremen singled out for a long air offensive. Over 180 British planes participated in an invasion port attack, including 160 bombers and supporting fighters.
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Germany
Britain
London
Bremen
scrap metal price scare rattles junk dealers convention
Henderson dubbed the administrations top economist warned scrap steel prices rising from 16 to 24 a ton October. He urged dealers to boost self help or face government action while dealers pledged to improve supply. A Soviet treaty with Germany on food sparked diplomatic curiosity as Moscow touted similar alliances with other nations.
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Weon Henderson
Defense Commissioner
Turkey
Hitler
America
Britain
Nazi Germany
Russia
Germany
Turpedaca
Unrest Reports Grow Across Europe and United States
Reports show rising unrest in Europe against Germany and Italy with hints of internal distress in Italy. Stories cite uncensored reports from Italian groups opposed to Fascism and travelers returning from France and occupied zones describing hunger, autocratic rule, and profiteering amid wartime conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
Germany
Italy
Haly
United States
Mazzini
France
Norway
Farm Bureau clash over roosevelt farm policy discussed
Washington reports a tense White House talk between President Roosevelt and Ed O Neal of the American Farm Bureau. O Neal pressed for broader farm aid and parity loans, while Roosevelt warned that defense spending could lift prices without extra parity funds. A Dallas convention plan to press parity was noted.
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Washington, D. C
Farm Bureau
Cuides Roosevelt
Ed O'Neal
American Farm Bureau Federation
White House
Forever
O'Neal
Roosevelt
Congress
O'Neall
Wettt
Dallimore
Pinafore Jumpey For the Little Tot in Pattern Form
An old fashioned catalog blurb invites orders for pinafore-jumpers for young girls. It mentions a pinata pattern no 850, sizing around four, with material lists and yardage for trims and lace. The language is garbled but clearly advertises children’s dress patterns and ordering details.
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Biddle
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