Editorials: These Are Our Opinions on Titoism in America
An editorial discusses Titoism gaining ground within the American Communist party and a planned internal purge to prove loyalty to Stalinism. It warns such purges may damage the party, notes the danger from disgruntled ex-Communists, and contrasts with New Zealand's welfare-state trend and new premier's pledge of fewer controls alongside maintaining welfare programs.
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Communist Party
U. S
Tito
New Zealand
Roosevelt drops Christmas tree business amid political rumors
The writer notes Elliott Roosevelt leaving the Christmas tree trade, fearing it signals another relative may enter politics, reflecting common wartime worries about political ambitions.
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Elliott Roosevelt
Milwaukee judge dismisses drunken driving charge
A Milwaukee judge dismissed a driver charged with drunken driving after noting that the law does not say everyone who takes a drink is intoxicated. He said a man may have drunk and not be drunk.
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Milwaukee
Reading the New Zealand election and its global echoes
The article surveys how New Zealand voters ousted a 14 year Labor government and discusses ripple effects anticipated in Australia England and the United States. It notes Liberal and Tory hopefuls seeking parallels and conservatives seeking solace in the New Zealand result. It frames an international debate over social policy and political outcomes.
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Labor
New Zealand
Australia
Liberal Party
England
United States
Pensions Topic Draws Old Paragrapher Fire Section
The old paragraphist laments young imitators and quips about devoting the entire editorial page to pensions. He notes Chicago’s new stock exchange shifts blame to LaSalle Street along with Wall Street for world troubles.
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Chicago
Wall Street
LaSalle Street
Shanghai Confusion Over Blockade and Shipping Risks
The State Department warns American ships entering Shanghai faced with Communist control do so at their own risk while praising carriers for avoiding the area. Critics call the Shanghai blockade policy inconsistent and debate whether the blockade is legal or effective amid protests over a Nationalist attack on a U S cruise ship.
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U. S. State Department
Shanghai
Dean Acheson
Acheson
U. S
U. S. Navy
State Department
China
Congress
Russia claims amateur athletics professionalism and rail branding
The writer jokes about Russia exposing American amateur athletics as professional and ponders if the Wabash Railroad named trains the Bluebird and the Banner Blue to become the Wabash Blues. They compare nationalized railways losing money to free enterprise.
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Wabash Railroad
England
GOP policy statement debated by national chairman
Republican Policy national chairman Guy Gabrielson asks if a party policy statement should exist and what it should include. He notes Republicans struggle to articulate clear differences from Democrats and warns against letting Washington insiders write the platform while grass roots apathy could be exploited.
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Guy Gabrielson
Republican Party
Abraham Lincoln
Lincoln
Democratic Party
Washington
Economy size buys more yet inflates clutter and cash strain
Christopher Billopp argues that economy size purchases tempt more shopping, raise storage needs, and strain household budgets as families stock up and may end up with a surplus of items. He questions whether larger sizes truly save money.
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Christopher Billopp
South Africa’s future under Malan and racial rule
The piece reviews Malan’s Nationalist rise, the 1940 vote against Smuts, and the shift toward separate policy for non European peoples. It details the 22 percent parliamentary rule, 68 percent control by a small minority, and the resulting apartheid-like isolation and oppression of non whites, including trolley car segregation and social exclusion. It also notes South Africa’s empire ties, gold cartel power led by Anglo American, and the impact on Commonwealth relations.
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Union of South Africa
Daniel F. Malan
Oswald Perouw
Eric Louw
Havenga
Union
Dr. Hertzog
Hitler
Marshal Smuts
Malan
South Africa
Rand
Johannesburg
Durban
Japan
Smuts
Hollywood
Alan Paton
The
Broederbund
Twelve Apostles
Theophilus Donges
R. Malan
British Empire
South Africa Nationalist Rise After Hertzog Death
Dr Malan became Nationalist leader after Hertzog died and the party grew to control the movement. The group adopted an anti stance against Britain, Communism, Socialism, Jews, and non Europeans. In the election Smuts United party led by over 122000 votes.
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Dr. Malan
Hertzog
Smuts
United Party
South African Regime Aims for Police State Over Non Europeans
The document describes entrenched segregation in South Africa with separate rooms, entrances, bars, parks, and public spaces for “Europeans” and “non-Europeans.” It warns that Dr. Malan and allies seek to extend control to create a police state for non Europeans, amid remarks on British supporters.
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Dr. Malan
Foster Mother Tries to Stir Grief Over Illegitimate Child
Dr. George W Crane profiles a Charlotte B case where a foster mother manipulated a ten year old to contact her birth mother. The plan aimed to provoke heartache, reveal a secret of wedlock, and pressure for custody, but it backfired as the real parents married and gained stability.
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George W. Crane
Charlotte B
Charlotte
Dr. Crane
Foster Care Advice Against Belittling Foster Child
A psychologist urges compassionate handling of a foster child amid a guardian’s jealousy. Emphasize that adoption creates a chosen family and reassure the child of unconditional love, avoiding any denigration of birth parents or ancestry.
Day By Day Friend's Country Visit Becomes Delight
A writer recalls visiting a friend's charming country home for lunch. She notes African violet plants, a double Duchess bloom, ivory paneling around the fireplace, and a view through white ruffled windows. The cat’s playfulness and the dog’s comical reaction contrast with a cozy kitchen and sunny yellow décor.
Mond Power and Diamond Monopolies Shape Global Trade
The excerpt describes a global empire-like oligarchy dominating production and distribution. It asserts the group enforces a unified policy on wages and labor relations, controls native recruiting agencies, and effects economic imperialism by supplying vast black labor from native villages in the Union and Rhodesia without government dictation.
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Union
Rhodesias
Gold Producers committee governs South Africa press and profits
A small select Gold Producers committee from the Chamber of Mines wields final authority in South Africa, controlling the press via Argus papers and shaping vast Rand gold profits through Bantust labor. The article notes policy to exclude American money but growing Anglo American ties postwar.
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South Africa
Transvaal Chamber of Mines
Anglo-American Corporation
Central Mining-Rand Consolidated Goldfields
Union Corporation
Johannesburg Consolidated Investment
Anglo-Transvaal Investment
General Mining & Finance
Anglo-American
Dia
Chamber of Mines
Gold Producers’ Committee
Fortune Magazine
Jo’burg
Politburo
Moscow
College of Cardinals
Rome
Argus Printing & Publishing Company
Central Mining Rand
The
Rand
America
Transvaal
Cor
South Africa Faces Enduring Segregationist Threat
The piece argues that South Africa risks a feudal industrial oligarchy driven by gold and diamond wealth and black labor exploitation. It cites unionist opposition, a brutal crackdown on black wages, and the Broederbond led by figures like Theo Dahl, Malan, and Louw, warning of external influence and creeping apartheid.
When Is Blockade Not A Blockade
Editorial discusses the Chinese Nationalist blockade and international law. It traces U S neutrality policy from 1935 39 to 1941 and contrasts Roosevelt and Truman administrations on taking sides in war. It notes a shift to a No Sides stance in China and cites historical precedents and risks for American ship travel.
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Acheson
Congress
Pearl Harbor
United States
Roosevelt
Truman
China
Open and closed societies in transition noted by Dr Frankel
Dr Frankel, a South African professor now holding a chair at Oxford, recently left the Union and described this country as having an open society and a closed society. He said the super structure is at times brilliant.
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Frankel
Oxford
Union
Soap Opera as Daytime Drama in Radio History
In radio broadcasting trade circles daytime dramas are known as soap operas. The label stems from early sponsors who were soap companies, a practice that lingered as the form evolved.
Three Great Fishing Grounds Located Off Major Coasts
The three largest fishing grounds lie off Europe, northeastern North America and northeastern Asia. These vast zones support diverse fleets and global seafood trade.
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Europe
North America
Asia
United Nations and Agencies Fight for Social Justice
A discussion notes the UN and international bodies as pivotal forces in advancing social justice and humanitarian aims, highlighting the roles and responsibilities of agencies in global relief efforts. The text emphasizes coordinated action across nations to address inequality and human rights.
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United Nations
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