Hitler finds the going tough in war of conquest
A column argues Germany overextended in World War II. It notes Germany’s early blitz success against Poland, Denmark, and the Low Countries, then losses in Russia and Britain. The piece cites Rostock and Luftwaffe shortages, urging that English and Russian resistance prove German aggression is not unstoppable.
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Hitler
Germany
Indiana
Russia
Goering
Warsaw
Rotterdam
England
Baltic
Rostock
Heinkel
Reichstag
U.S.A
Belgium
Holland
Denmark
Republican committee backs active foreign policy after Chicago meeting
The national committee endorses vigorous war prosecution and urges U S involvement in postwar foreign affairs. It marks the end of isolationist policy once opposed to the League of Nations, with a strong majority supporting leadership to maintain world peace and prosperity.
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Wendell Willkie
National Committee
Republican Party
Chicago
U.S
League of Nations
Wilson
America
Rolfe Town Notes Mix Humor and Civic Reform
Local column blends jokey town views with civic chatter about Rolfe clock repairs and council changes. It notes five divorce actions, praise for Rolfe streets, and a jab at former leaders. Reports on soybean seed demand, a museum painting titled Spring, and school events highlight community life and rustic humor.
Laval Leads Vichy Regime Amid French Resistance
Radio commentator dubs Laval fox faced as he governs Vichy France and laments opposition to Hitler. Once narrowly spared in assassination plots, Laval relies on gunpoint bodyguards while Germany struggles to win French support. He risks steering the French fleet toward Germany, but unlikely to win broad alignment with Hitler, triggering broader Allied ship reallocations.
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Laval
Vichy
Hitler
Germany
United Nations
Mediterranean Sea
Oats Face Fungal Threat as Feed Outlook Improves
A Brushville shopper recalls farmers may avoid buying wheat for feed next year as oats face a fungus threat. A traveling salesman, stranded two hours, asks locals about entertainment and learns they pass evenings watching a bacon slicer at the grocery.
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Brushville
Propaganda points allege Axis aims to sow US dissension
The Alta Advertiser lists 15 Axis propaganda claims such as democracy dying and war costs, arguing these ideas plant internal division and undermine Allied unity. The piece notes how speakers unknowingly relay enemy messaging and urges vigilance against subversion.
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Alta
Axis
Pacific
Stalin
Germany
U. S
Japan
Sayre recalls warnings before Pearl Harbor disaster
Life magazine quotes United States High Commissioner to the Philippines Francis Sayre detailing days before the attack on Manila and the warning message from Washington. He notes Manila harbor was mined and American merchant ships controlled, urging full investigation of Pearl Harbor blame.
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Life Magazine
United States
Philippines
Francis Sayre
Manila
Washington
Honolulu
Pearl Harbor
Publicity on December T as costly military failure
The LeMars Sentinel notes that the failure of military and naval leaders to be prepared on December T was one of history’s most expensive mistakes.
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LeMars Sentinel
War strain may force toll on daily calls says official
Dallas executive vice president Louis Pitcher warns of possible civilian telephone cuts during wartime to conserve scarce materials and labor. He urges shorter calls and rationing as demand rises nationwide while many homes still lack phones and neighbors share lines.
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Dallas News
Dallas
Louis Pitcher
United States Independent Telephone Association
Daubendiek advised to go quiet amid FBI scrutiny
The article suggests Daubendiek should avoid comment and leave town promptly to avoid a potential libel suit as federal investigators cast a watchful eye on him. It notes the FBI is likely already monitoring the situation and will continue to do so.
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Daubendiek
F.B.I
National Committee Resolves to Engage Beyond U S Bounds
The Republican national committee in Chicago approved a postwar resolution asserting the nation’s responsibility extends beyond its borders. The move supports Wendell Willkie’s push for international engagement after Pearl Harbor ended isolationist hopes.
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LeMars Sentinel
Republican National Committee
Chicago
United States
Wendell Willkie
Pearl Harbor
Labor and Hog Raisers Clash Over Prices in Knoxville
In Knoxville the labor union seeks price freezes on pork, beef, and other foods while hog raisers demand restraint on labor costs. The piece argues that many do not benefit from rising labor or food prices and that the dispute reflects a common push for high selling prices and low buying costs.
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Knoxville Express
No Tires in Canada Also Yale Humboldt Report
The Humboldt Republican notes Pierre Laval, France’s leader aligned with Germany, claims war against Germany in 1939 was a crime and may assist the Axis. Laval’s reputation, and French public resolve to regain freedom from Nazi domination, are discussed.
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Humboldt Republican
Pierre Laval
France
Hitler
Germany
DeWitt MacKenzie
Laval
Axis
Daubendiek's Pro German Stance Sparks Local Backlash
W H Daubendiek of West Bend owner of the town telephone exchange and other properties faced sharp rebuke after sending a letter to the D M Register that echoed Hitler’s arguments. A West Bend war board replied with a counter letter denouncing his views as un-American and praising loyal Iowans who condemned the pro German stance.
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Kossuth County
W. H. Daubendiek
West Bend
America
Daubendiek
Hitler
Germany
U. S
Algona Club
Mr. Daubendiek
D.M. Register
Lowa
War Board
Register
Our Cannon and Hidden War Talk in the City
A city debate centers on an old civil war cannon kept obscure to avoid calls for its scrap. Residents fear patriotic groups may push to melt it down for metal to aid the war effort.
Eagle Grove Eagle examines aging fears in political running
The Eagle Grove Eagle weighs the dangers a candidate faces as age-related concerns surface in a local public office bid. The column reflects on public perception and the strain of campaign life amid scrutiny.
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Eagle Grove
Eagle
Tamia Nominates for Pratt County District Clerk
A fragment announces Tamia seeking the Pratt County District Court clerk nomination with a June Republican primary decision. The text references district court, Pratt County, and party process for the election.
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Tamia
Pratt County
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