05 Mar 1942
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Newspaper
Renwick Times
Location
Renwick, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1942
Page
1
U boats launch first attack on the U S mainland targeting an oil field on the West Coast. Japanese forces consolidate newly seized positions while the struggle for the East Indies continues.
The column discusses President Roosevelt's radio address and US war aims, notes on distant Pacific actions, and cabinet changes in Britain. It reports significant Java battles with Allied and Japanese forces, early Allied gains, and unclear outcomes for Java defense amid large troop and air engagements in the East Indies.
The piece discusses Australia as a key pivot in the war with Japan, noting bombings of Port Darwin and Australian resolve to mobilize men and resources. It highlights U.S. aid arriving and the belief that Australia could be the launch point for Allied offensives in the Far East, with Roosevelt signaling aggressive, proactive strategy and skepticism about purely defensive coastlines.
Fragmentary notes from Uvalde Texas reference Joan Nance Ger ner in care interview and a garbled quote about lack of lead. Mentions Washington and Senator fette charged with something related to agricultural products. Text is incomplete and unclear.
A war correspondent notes the slogan must fight to victory but cannot produce its way there as production curves rise after Congress approves 71 billion dollars for war. He likens returning to America to entering a fat wonderland of food furs and frills.
The column argues that while U.S. military buildup accelerates with large budgets and rising production, nation faces strategic risks to supply lines from Rangoon to the Persian Gulf. It notes wartime shifts from mere production to shipping arms and protecting logistic routes as Britain, Japan, and Axis states push global pressure.
The piece argues the O C D attack would have shaken public faith in the government, claiming people believed officials were dodging trouble. It notes entertainment features mirrored successful activities tried in England.
Fragmented text references Bankhaye Federe and Security McNutt amid mounting requirements for goals. Mentions vocational employment, capped persons, wounded ex members of armed forces, and defense bands. Context unclear due to damaged source text.
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