Allied tensions and US politics amid war rifts
Washington reports outline strained Anglo American Russian ties, with Stettinius’ London visit seen as a probe into a fragile triad. The piece notes distrust of Moscow diplomacy, rising Republican strength in state races, and doubts about Roosevelt’s ability to keep Congress aligned as the war continues.
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White House meeting and wartime ordnance notes
The article surveys Charlie Wilson's surprise lunch with President Roosevelt and a broader discussion of war production. It highlights ordnance chief Maj. Gen. Levin Campbell's reforms, decentralization after Pearl Harbor, and debates on weapons programs. It also covers Ariuse Rossi ter’s apartment fire mystery, farmer drafts, Italian prisoners, and Harold Hopper's push to keep free movie distribution after the war.
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Why Work And Save A Bank Account City Exchange
A go getter rails at the chief asking why he should work. The chief questions and finally explains a big bank account would allow retirement and no more work. The go getter persists asking why as the exchange turns humorous.
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