Churchill’s War Leadership Impresses North America
The two wartime broadcasts by Mr. Churchill to the United States Congress and the Canadian Parliament are praised for their combination of pep, clear analysis, and forceful language. Readers note his unique balance of linguistic bite and rational insight, bolstering the anti Axis resolve amid Libya, Russia, and Pacific combat.
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United States Congress
United States
Canada
Mr. Churchill
England
Ottawa
Libya
Britain
Russia
Great Britain
Something To Resolve For 1942 Foggy Day Aid Plan
The piece urges community support for soldiers in training camps with small acts of kindness. It highlights helpers like extra cigarettes, cookies, stamps, letters, and morale funds, stressing that even modest gestures multiply in value. It notes wage differences make dollars go farther for sponsors, and promotes a broad, inclusive effort.
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United Domestic Front
Canton's Fire Rationing Board Named for War Effort
A new civilian voluntary board in Canton will guide fire rationing under wartime demands. Members are Thomas H. Leahy William B. Quinn Lawrence S. Mann M L Thurin and C Frank Sherrard with Mrs L S Hamaker as secretary. The group aims to curb civilian rubber use for the armed forces and faces public criticism as part of service to the community.
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United States
Voluntary Citizen Commission
Canton
Thomas H. Leahy
William B. Quinn
Lawrence S. Mann
M. L. Thurin
C. Frank Sherrard
L. S. Hamaker
Behind The News Best Hope For 1942 War Renew Freedom
In the wartime outlook for 1942, observers foresee renewed effort to strengthen spiritual foundations of human freedom. Leaders urge devotion to democratic ideals, courage, and moral steadfastness as the nation faces global conflict and the need to inspire resilience at home.
Postwar world from four freedoms to United Europe
In this December 31 column, Paul Mallon argues postwar aims include a likely United States of Europe or loose federation under Britain and the United States, with free trade and access to raw materials. He contends Russia will shift toward capitalism, China declines, and moral values anchor a peaceful world, with Washington favoring closer cooperation rather than union.
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Being Late By Truman Twill
A humorous tirade argues there is no valid excuse for lateness to work. It mocks common alibis from sick spouses to mechanical failures, notes the bus and clock excuses are unconvincing, and ends suggesting a blunt greeting to the boss as a simple truth.
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Coolidge
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Seafaring News and Local Then and Now Headlines
A century ago the steamer Columbia brought Liverpool news to Boston about the Queen and infant, with the Queen Dowager not expected to live. In Battlesburg, quilting events and a taffy pulling drew gatherings. Magnolia mourned pioneer George Casper's death. Marine club gatherings and whist prizes occurred. reports mention a German raider nearing the coast and President Wilson injuring his ankle in golf. Canton coal shortages and price probes were set to begin.
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En tente Allies reject empty peace proposal
A 25 year old note records Allied leaders informing Germany they refuse to consider a proposal deemed empty and insincere. The terse statement reflects wartime diplomacy and the brittle line of negotiations.
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Germany
Boston
Thought For Today Quote From Rousseau
A concise reflection notes that while vanity can tempt, reason and self-awareness offer paths to curb it when a person maintains calm judgment and discipline. The quote suggests cure through sanity and thoughtful restraint.
Villamor father and son show Philippines rise with America
The article profiles Jesus Villamor, awarded a Distinguished Service Cross in Manila, and his father Ignacio Villamor, a former army officer who became a Philippine Supreme Court justice. It links their family saga to Philippine independence. The piece discusses their loyalty to the United States and their fight against Japanese aggression, noting broader Filipino support for eventual independence in 1946 and the liberal U.S. policy shaping that goal.
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Chanute Fields
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Philippine Air Corps
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Japan
Asia
Luzon
Post Office to Collect Use Tax If not Repealed
The $5 use tax on automobiles faces repeal before February 1. If kept, the post office department would collect it as a tax revenue measure. About 32 million taxable motor vehicles would require stickers as receipts, with card check against state owner lists. The tax, aimed at $160 million, has troubled the treasury. repeal rumors persist.
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Treasury Department
Senate
Senate Finance Committee
They Say We Must Have More Planes and Ships At Once
Admiral King calls for increased air and naval strength while Bishop James Maxon urges preservation of cherished ideals. The exchange frames wartime priorities and moral standards during a tense period.
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Admiral King
Navy
James Maxon
Episcopal Diocese of
Tennessee
Ready And Waiting Los Angeles Has One Bomb Shelter
Los Angeles authorities emphasize preparedness with a visible bomb shelter program as part of city readiness measures. Officials state the city will not be caught off guard and maintains a ready posture amid ongoing drills and civil defense planning.
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Los Angeles
Bomb shelters and air wardens electrify Los Angeles
Damon Runyon reports on Los Angeles embracing civil defense as a lone commercial bomb shelter appears on Melrose Avenue. The city trains 15 000 air wardens with 10 000 more needed, overseen by the police and aided by Red Cross fire department and army. Details cover gas types smells and defense steps, urging calm and organized response as theater of operations expands.
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Los Angeles
United States
Dheger
Los Angeles Police Department
Red Cross
Fire Department
Army
Los Angeles County
Strength For 1942 by Ruth Millett
Ruth Millett reflects on Christmas 1941 as a brief escape from war's hardship. She notes family joy and forgiveness, then looks to 1942 with resolve, quoting Churchill and warning about traffic dangers as the nation continues at war.
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