We Are Stronger Than We Think We Are War Talk
A patriotic commentator argues America must rethink itself as a military nation in wartime. He lauds Russia’s wartime resilience, urges American strategists to master surprise, shed myths about enemies, and mobilize imagination and initiative to use manpower and equipment effectively for the war against Fascism and Japan.
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United States
Japan
Hitler
Hirohito
Pearl Harbor
Hong Kong
Singapore
Russia
Earth
America
Producers To The Rescue In Crisis Government Action
The piece argues that Roosevelt's push for fast armament production marks a policy shift toward dissolving management and labor differences. It states government must rely on producers, not monopolize efforts, to sustain national effort, noting past friction weakened US strength and harmony.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Roosevelt
British Muffed Singapore Air Prep and Philippine Defense
A report outlines missed Singapore air preparedness and the potential consequences for the Philippines defence posture. It notes gaps in readiness, training, and alliance coordination affecting regional security and deterrence dynamics.
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Singapore
Philippine
Singapore defense mystery and war plans rush
Washington dispatch analyzes why Britain undercut Singapore defense and ships planes around Africa. Japan may press the Philippines if Singapore falters. A Manila ship test proposal sparks union leaders, while new U S plans push magnesium and chrome production. King Features 1941.
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Washington
Singapore
London
E.cuse
Orient
South Africa
Untied Shoestring Dilemma Downtown in the Rain
A rainy downtown scene follows a shopper juggling packages and tight gloves with an untied shoestring. The narrator weighs options from tying on the curb to seeking a shoe store or help from strangers, calling it an hour of decision at America at the crossroads.
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America
Century of News and Local Turmoil Highlighted
A retrospective list notes editorials on President and governor messages in an extra edition. Canton and Stark county faced snow and infrastructure damage, while legal and civic shifts spanned city affairs, zoning board actions, and regional security developments in 10 to 40 years past.
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Ohio Repository
Stark County Republican
Canton Repository & Regullions
Theanton Repository
Canton Daily Repository
Evening Repository
Ton Reposter
Canton Daily News
Stark County Demoncrat
Wilson
Canton
Stark County
Canton Buggy Co
Mary A. Dyer
Navarre Rd
McKinley Ave
China
Earl W. Hexamer
Ohio
Ralph L. Rost
City
Air power merged with sea and ground forces urged
Retired Maj. Gen. Frank P. Lahm warns that no nation can stay safe unless it pushes air power to the limit and coordinates it with naval and land forces. He emphasizes a unified arms approach as essential for national security.
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Frank P. Lahm
First Army Flight
Thought For Today: Water Cannot Quench Love
A devotional line from Song of Solomon 8 7 asserts that many waters cannot quench love nor floods drown it, offering a spiritual reflection on enduring affection and resilience in faith.
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Song of Solomon
Ethel's Uncle Ben Plans Christmas Cheer for Santa Clauses
Uncle Ben organizes a festive plan to help organized Santa Clauses spread Christmas joy. He coordinates events, donations, and visits with local groups to boost community holiday spirit and support charitable drives.
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Ethel
Ben
Santa Clauses Union Scheme Comes to Brooklyn
Damon Runyon narrates an exchange where Joe Turp describes Uncle Ben’s plan to unionize Santa Clauses to demand higher wages and shorter hours, with expected profits from leadership. The comic piece notes Ben’s past Santa work, Ethel’s defenses, a small loan, and a plan to see a movie afterward.
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Ethel
Ben
Joe
France
Santa Claus
Brooklyn
Canton Smoke Crusade Praises Householder Action
Canton writer argues smog largely comes from homes, not industry, and recalls Christine Harter as early advocate. He urges residents to reduce furnace smoke, retrofit churches and schools, and push smoke elimination through PTA, clubs, and local commissions to achieve a cleaner city.
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Smoke Commission
Canton
Christine Harter
Henry W. Harter
St. Louis
Miss Harter
Harter
Repository
WHBC
North Market St
6Th Street
South Market St
Pennsylvania Railroad
East Tuscara Was
McKinley Ave
Bucher & Gibbs Plow Co
Novelty’ Foundry Co
Elbel Malleable Iron Foundry
Diebold Safe & Lock Co
Peerless Reaper Co
Canton Steel Co
Bolton, Myers & Co
Ballard, Fast & Co
C. Aultman & Co
E. Ball & Co
Parent-Teachers Association
War Era Visions From Historic Quotes
A pair of bold statements foretell global power after conflict. Admiral Yamamoto predicts peace doctrine in the White House while Nicholas Roosevelt envisions the United States and Britain rising as sole great nations.
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United States
White House
Washington
Admiral Yamamoto
Britain
Nicholas Roosevelt
Comment on German defeat and postwar theory
Quote from Dr. James K. Pollock of the University of Michigan urging clear recognition of Germany’s defeat to prevent repeating the aggressive “dagger thrust” theory used after the last war.
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Germany
James K. Pollock
University of Michigan
Pearl Harbor Stabbing Time for Axis, Odlum Remarks
Floyd B. Odlum of the Contract Division at OPM labels Japan’s attack on Pearl Harbor as a stab in the back and accelerates wartime timing for the Axis.
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Japan
Pearl Harbor
Floyd B. Odlum
OPM
Notable Quotes From Leaders On Cooperation And Duty
A compilation of remarks from Dr. L Thomas Hopkins Jacques Benoist Mechin and President Roosevelt plus Mrs Margaret Crouter highlighting teamwork progress defense and service. The lines span education national policy and wartime resolve reflecting enduring values.
Woman Of The Year By Ruth Millett 1942 Test Of American Womanhood
Ruth Millett assesses how American women will meet 1942 demands as war tightens. The year will test courage, patience, and adaptability from mothers and sisters who must balance home front duties with sacrifices, fear, and resilience.
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Ruth Millett
America
NEA Inc
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Commie” Union
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Industrialist Foundation
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U. S.travel Service of the Interior Department
King Features, Inc
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Conrad Sichler
Madison St
Mr. Carns
Amanda
Paris
Willis Lutz
Jacob Lutz
McDonaldsville
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Joe Turp
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