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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1941
Page
4
Washington observers weigh Pearl Harbor strike as a bold move to cripple the U S Pacific base at Hawaii. Analysts debate Japan’s plan, carrier strength, and the likelihood of a long war of attrition.
Fashion notes describe a fine selection of pure silk hand-made lingerie trimmed with lace and presented in tailored styles amid ongoing silk shortages.
Former Governor Alf Landon pledges full support to President Roosevelt and the U S war effort in a telegram from Topeka Kansas. He states the Japanese attack leaves no choice and nothing must interrupt victory over a foreign foe. He offers to be commanded in any way he can serve.
Scores of people armed with revolvers and rifles gathered at the Hall Justice after a broadcast error prompted a Civilian Defense Council response. The sheriff announced no immediate action, aiming to boost council staffing to about 230,000. Japanese press offices in New York ordered closed. Times editor confirms suspension of Times material and bureau operations.
New York Harbor and port of New York sit on full wartime footing as Army Navy and Coast Guard reservists report for full time duty. Rear Admiral Adolphus Andrews says prearranged plans went into effect within 30 minutes of Pearl Harbor and token bombings by Axis planes are possible though large attacks are not expected. He notes censorship duties and safeguards for the Third Naval District covering New York Northern New Jersey and Connecticut and the North Atlantic coast from Hatteras to Halifax.
Sacramento dispatch reports Gov Culbert Olson urging 10 000 volunteers to bolster state defense against air attack sabotage or other threats as part of wartime mobilization efforts in California.
The governor urged 10,000 able bodied men aged 18 to 60 to join the State Guard for defense against invasion. He canceled pending discharges and warned residents to stay calm while necessary precautions are taken.
The text proclaims Detroit as the Arsenal of Democracy and credits Plymouth with aiding U S defense by diverting machines and manpower to production of tanks planes and army vehicles. It highlights Plymouth’s role in defense contracts and urges buyers to see Plymouth cars as part of national mobilization and economic effort.
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