Hitler and Mussolini Decide on War Against Moscow
The Rome radio says Hitler and Mussolini agreed to attack the Red Army at Brenner Pass on June 2. The piece argues the decision was made by two ex jailed leaders in the Alps, with most of Germany and Italy unaware and misled.
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Siberian
Mar
Europe
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Ness
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Onondaga Youth Answers Duty's Call
The Onondaga County 21 year olds registering for possible military training show understanding of duty under the Selective Service Act. Though no expeditionary force is now expected, the nation needs a mobile fighting force and youth participation aims to build pride in service and character.
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Onondaga
America
July Heat and Humidity Grip Syracuse Area
The piece laments July humidity and heat across Central New York. It notes widespread discomfort, mentions advice from the Greater New York Safety Council about hydration, and contrasts local irritation with harsher climates. It ends by suggesting acceptance of the weather.
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Gelett Burgess
Syracuse
New York
Associated Press
Greater New York Safety Council
Georgia
Charles Dudley Warner
Mark Twain
Vatican roofing and cement block questions answered
A column discusses building concerns with a Vatican suitable coating for roofs and moisture control in cement blocks. It also answers questions on cleaning granite, detecting basement flooding, and strategies for damp walls, plus brief political reflections on postwar plans and propaganda needs.
Veteran Teachers Win Salute
Syracuse honors two longtime educators Miss Alverette Falvey principal at Salina School retires after 53 years in the system and Miss Susan B. Pankhurst of Onondaga High School ends a 45 year career. Tributes from former pupils underscore their lasting influence and dedication.
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Chips
Bishop
Gulf Stream
Alveretta Falvey
Salina
Susan B. Pankhurst
Onondaga High School
Jerry Conan of Pompey Hill Remembered as Local Figure
Jerry Conan of Pompey Hill, longtime owner of the general store and a neighborhood icon, died after decades of friendly service. He led the local Democratic town organization and served as a supervisor, heartening visitors and neighbors with his hospitality.
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Jerry Conan
Pompey Hill Way
Jerry
Democratic Town Organization
Pompey Wil remembered for public service and sky-climbing fame
The passage honors a Pompey resident celebrated for long service as chairman of the Mcquallization Committee of the Supervisors and especially for being famed as the “genius of sky-climbing.” It notes his house by the road and his friendship with neighbors.
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America My Home and Duty by Reverend Dr Wilson G Cole
The letter argues intense love of America, honoring Washington Lincoln and Wilson while embracing world peace, quoting Henry Van Dyke, praising God, nature, and national unity, and pledging devotion if called to serve. Includes signature Rev Dr Wilson G Cole from University Methodist Church Syracuse.
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Wilson
America
Henry van Dyke
Europe
América
Jesus
Union
Grand Canyon
Rocky Mountains
Wilson G. Cole
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Syracuse
Johnson Answers War Front Questions On Homefront Policies
General Hugh S. Johnson addresses fan mail questions on wartime home front policy. He outlines five key topics including officer purges, merit based promotions, returning selected men to civilian life, broadening conscription to married men, and lowering draft age to under 28. He notes these are long standing debates with no new principles.
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Washington
Purge and reclassification in wartime defense policy
The writer argues General Pershing used a reclassification center at Blois to purge unsuitable officers and promote by merit during World War I. He defends delaying old age class deferments and marine deferments as sensible, given moral obligation, limited training capacity, and the need to draft where the burden is lightest.
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France
Pershing
Blois
Controversy Over Defense Program Facing House Panel
Washington dispatch notes a harsh House Military Affairs Committee critique of the defense program citing confusion failures and unwarranted delays. Rep Charles I Faddis, a WWI veteran and subcommittee chair, pushes Roosevelt policy while remaining a sharp War Department critic.
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Rayburn
McCormack
Charlies I. Faddis
Faddis
Roosevelt
War Department
Roosevelt To Call Up 900000 Draftees As War Plans Align
The article discusses anticipated calls of 900000 draftees, housing strains, and training limits. It notes elderly trainees may be released while younger capable recruits are kept, with December as potential service expirations. It also covers Stalin’s, Hitler’s strategic moves and Russian transport weaknesses.
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