Allied effort to intercede for prisoners with Soviet Russia
The British and American governments announce that Soviet Russia has been asked to intercede for Allied war prisoners in Japanese hands. Eden disclosed the move in the House of Commons, with Washington confirming no details. The proposal seeks access for the Red Cross, complete prisoner lists, and distribution of Red Cross supplies, while critics urge decisive action for American prisoners and question U S leadership.
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Soviet
Russia
Tokyo
London
Washington
Anthony Eden
House of Commons
Eden
International Red Cross
Red Cross
Switzerland
Blacksmiths Son Commands Large East Front Tank Group
Marshal Pavel Rotmistrov leads what is described as probably the largest tank group on the Eastern Front. He wears a full general's uniform with a tall lambskin Pa pakha hat and blends decisive action with genuine care for his troops. He works in strong collusion with Marshal Koniew.
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Pavel Alexeyevitch Rotmistrov
Marshal Koniav
What is your name asked Hizzoner and Levy’s reply
In a verbose column style items from Walter Winchell parody era include a judge asking for a name Levy and a caustic quip, plus short sketches on Lois Andrews at a cabaret, Jane Cowl versus Philip Merivale quarrel, Milo Anderson at Warner’s fashion, a Nazi POW disguising as an American, censorship notes on Paramount’s Gold My Way, a name-change anecdote before Justice Levy, a bomber pilots Swiss warning tale, and Lowell Mellett’s $5 raise at the St. Louis Dispatch.
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Walter Winchell
Attrrar
Ina
Hizzoner
Pay Hike Rebuff Sparks Rumored Exit On Broadway
On Broadway, Mellett pressed for a $5 raise after being turned down by the managing editor. The incident follows the PD buying his column and a chain of editorials about wage and merit. A humorous aside references John Erskine and a sentry password joke ending with a guardhouse quip.
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Mellett
Colyum
Jones
Dusp
Hodgkin’s Disease Overview From 1944 Medical Note
Hodgkin's disease is a lymphoblastoma forming disorder linked to malignant tumors or possible infections. It often presents with skin changes and swollen lymph glands in the neck, armpits, groin, and abdomen, with chest involvement causing pain and breathing issues. Diagnosis relies on gland removal and microscopic examination. no cure is known as of this note.
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Hodokhy
Hodgkin
King Eat
Lue
Bridges Speech Prompts Wide Demand Across Faith Groups
Washington reports a surge of interest in Senator Bridges of New Hampshire after his May 23 senate speech criticizing Roosevelt over naval aid to Russia. The Atlantic charter and four freedoms dominate inquiries, with Protestant and Catholic groups among the 89,000 plus requests. The piece notes European turmoil, Vatican influence, and alleged Communist activity in Italy and across Europe, suggesting confusion and contested leadership as the war unfolds.
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Washington
Europe
Senate
New Hampshire
Republcan
Bridges
Mr. Roosevelt
Russia
Churchill
Jess
Roosevelt
Italy
Umberto
Boston
Browder
Messrs
Stalin
France
Poland
Umberto Dater
Imberto
Roose Welt
Vatican
Roosevelt Democrats
Church of England
Seacyces
Graduation Memories Amid War Time Courage
A reflective piece recalls a high school graduation during a looming war era. It describes graduates stepping into adulthood, some joining the navy or army soon, others awaiting draft. The poem by Clinton G Hebner, aged 17, expresses hope and faith in God as youths face an uncertain future. The excerpt highlights pride, fear, and the sense of duty among teens transitioning to military service.
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Navy
Army
Clinton G. Hebner
Marry Go Round on Middle Age for Women
Column argues women deserve the same middle aged dignity as men. Helen details social pressure, aging anxieties, and calls for female frankness about age. She notes atavistic bias, lipstick vanity, and the double standard in public life and careers versus marriage. The piece cites King Features Syndicate.
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Helen
Franklin J. Roosevelt
Ste
Idok
King Features Syndicate, Inc
Mercy to men far and wide voices of hopeful youth
In a George Sokolsky piece the author contrasts youths who plead for justice and tolerance with adults who view fear and cynicism. He argues that the emerging generation, shaped by war, morality, and religion, offers faith in God and country that can save the nation as they move from high school toward an uncertain world.
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Uture
Eleanor Roosevelt
Winston Churchill
Tory
Mr. Roosevelt
Ther
King Features Syndicate, Inc
Rangers Raid Ends In Misdirected Indian Attack
A San Antonio Light report recalls how five Mexican hay-cutters were slain by Indians above the Ia Quadria station. Sgt Jim Gillette and ten Rangers found a ruined camp. food dumped, water barrels broken, and no confirmed corpses. A Mexican elder said he lost his son, and several others reported each other dead, leaving the raid unresolved. The piece notes the San Antonio Light publication details.
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Hanger
el Paso
Ia Quadria
Jim Gillette
Quill Appointed Acting Postmaster in San Antonio
A 192? article notes Dan Quill, once a railroad clerk, named acting postmaster of San Antonio, succeeding P G Luras who held the job since 1922. June 3 item lists the appointment. June 15 records William Anderson's 63rd birthday in the 21st District Court.
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Dan Quill
San Antonio
Gensrady
Quill
P. G. Luras
Dudee Wiliam &. Anderson
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St. Louis Fast- Dispatch
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Hodgkin's Disease
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