Modern Okinawa Battle Laments Grim Costs Of War
The piece notes a brutal two hundred yard advance by the 96th division during Okinawa fighting. Infantry rely on cover and brief dashes, not charges, after artillery and air bombardment soften defenses. Caves pillboxes and tunnels heighten danger as machine guns and artillery remain lethal. A world-wide accord to curb future wars is urged.
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Sherman
Missionary Ridge
Pickett
Gettysburg
Armchair analyst mocks Okinawa critique by Lawrence
Washington columnist David Lawrence criticizes Admiral Nimitz and Gen Buckner for Okinawa conduct. He argues for a southern amphibious landing, but the piece notes lack of beaches and difficulty in clearing caves. It asserts the battle is nearly won and warns armchair critics gain weight by criticizing winners.
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Okinawa
Lawrence
New York
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Jap suicide attacks said to raise cost of defeat on Guadalcanal
The article argues that Japanese banzai charges and suicide attacks worsen enemy losses while not delaying ultimate defeat. It cites Japanese air and naval losses, including 4,100 aircraft and pilots, 280 American ships sunk or damaged, and about 4,000 American deaths, noting such self-destruction raises Japan’s defeat cost but does not stop it.
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Guadalcanal
Japan
Farmers warned on war prices and land bets in 1920
Herbert Hoover warned of potential food shortages if production lagged and import needs rose. By year’s end corn hog and wool prices collapsed from mid 1920 levels, prompting advise to avoid land speculation and to invest in War Bonds as a safer move. Davenport Democrat notes new European maps show original countries with a bear shadow.
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Herbert Hoover
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Europe
Cor
Iowa
Davenport Democrat
Hitler Lacks Nerve Manson Journal
Public debate swirls over whether Hitler survived Berlin’s last stand as Russians fail to confirm a body. The Swea City Herald notes doubt about the former leader’s nerve and possible escape, doubting he would risk Allied judgment. Weather forecast: eccentric.
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Manson
Berlin
Swea City Herald
Getting Rid of Nazi Leaders Sac City Sun
War in Germany ends as Nazi leaders die by their own actions or evade trials. Himmler’s suicide is cited as proof of guilt and fear of justice. Allies hold some leaders. a few remain at large while others have perished. A Sibley Gazette note mentions a Texas hotel with no charge on sunny days.
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Sac City Sun
Germany
Himmler
Sibley Gazette
Texas
The Growing Country in 1945 United States Population
The census bureau estimates the U S population rose about 1 286 000 by January 1 1945 versus 1940 levels signaling continued growth and optimism. Population gains reflect confidence in the future and the ability to support families as the nation moves forward.
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Ogden Reporter
Census Bureau
United States
Hoover and Truman Discuss Food Relief for Europe
The White House debate centers on distributing foodstuffs to hungry Europe. Herbert Hoover, age 70, brings wartime relief experience as a potential leader for the relief effort, with a track record as Belgium relief head and U S food administrator. The aim is to avert further tragedy and relief delays.
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Sioux City
American Relief Committee
Committee For Relief
Belgium
United States
Playing Fair With Rationing
Knoxville Journal comments on investigators exposing rationing shortcuts by citizens. It condemns selfish behavior and urges shared access to food and necessities, noting overstocking as a minor rule breach and calling for fair play in distribution. The piece cites a humorous line about three radio controls.
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Knoxville Journal
Weather, crops and war era banter mix in Lyon county report
A Lyon county farmer survey notes weather and labor shortages hindering harvest as seed corn rots or lies unprotected while Iowa hopes for a strong crop. A Humboldt column jokes about vodka and a humorous dispatch claiming Eisenhower rescued Montgomery from a vodka fueled situation in Russia.
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Lyon County
Selective Service
Uncle Sam
Iowa
Humboldt
Bernard L. Montgomery
America
Dwight K. Eisenhower
George K. Zhokov
Montgomery
Wendell Willkie
Russia
Infantrymen Die In Advance Over An Okinawa Hill
The 96th Division announced an advance of 200 yards toward Yonabaru on Okinawa. The account recalls a dawn assault on Hill X with heavy resistance, multiple machine gun nests, and the heavy losses endured by the platoon, emphasizing the cost of each yard gained.
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Okinawa
Yonabaru
Towapapers Answering Questions From Radio Announcements
A survey by the Iowa Poll finds eight percent of adults contacted newspapers to verify radio announcements. About 112000 queries are estimated based on the state population. Many callers seek info on friends relatives or statements by commentators including Ernie Pyle.
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Towa
Ernie Pyle
Towang
Drainage Shortfalls Reported in Iowa Counties
A state study shows more than 20 percent of land in 15 Iowa counties faces drainage issues. In 11 more counties 45 percent or more is drained or flagged, while 22 counties have 10 to 15 percent affected. Drainage work is needed in 16 counties covering over six percent of land and in 35 counties with less than five percent impacted.
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Iowa
Mountaineer Refuses Banana From Persistent Tourist
A tourist offers a banana to a mountaineer who refuses. The tourist insists, claiming the fruit will be to his taste. The mountaineer declines again, saying he has more tastes now than he can satisfy.
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