New Place For An Old Occupant Nelson Named War Production Czar
The article argues that Donald M. Nelson becomes a wartime coordinator poised to cut red tape and run the U S war production drive. It notes the title brings no extra power, only responsibility, and compares Nelson to World War I figures Baruch and Landis as temporary wartime czars who can be removed once aims are met.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Onald M. Nelson
Washington
Big
United States War Production
Mr. Nelson
United States
Nelson
Bernard Barsuch
Kenesaw Mountain Landis
Germany over-rated as a military power debated in wartime debate
The piece questions whether Germany is as invincible as propaganda suggests and notes that despite German retreats in Russia and gains elsewhere, history shows Germany can collapse after prolonged war. It warns against overestimating Axis strength and cautions readers about morale and expectations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Adolf Hitler
Russia
Hitler
Atlantic
Africa
Sign Of Health In Washington
The piece notes President Roosevelt’s challenge to a congressional conference committee over price control and questions executive intervention in legislation. It recalls Hoover in 1932 and Speaker Garner’s protest about awaiting a conference report, arguing such actions may threaten constitutional rights and proper legislative practice.
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Washington
Roosevelt
Congressional Conference Committee
Department of Agriculture
Herbert Hoover
John N. Garner
United States
Executive Mansion
Behind The News William H. Davis Heads War Labor Board
William H. Davis is named head of the War Labor Board drawing broad opposition from allied factions. The appointment sparks debate over policy direction and potential impacts on wartime labor disputes across industries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William H. Davis
War Labor Board
Davis leads wartime mediation board reshuffle
Roosevelt kept Davis as head of the war labor board after sounding out AFL CIO and business groups. The new board retains staff and office, while critics worry about arbitration rules and the open shop stance. Navy sub sinks and housing chief Nathan Straus faces resignation amid criticism.
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Miss Perkins
Sidney Hillman
Mr. Davis
Davis
Roosevelt
New York
Davis Mediation Board
Business and
Labor
Business
Kearny Shipbuilding
Navy
Nathan Straus
U. S
Straus
USHA
Congress
Mr. Straus
Pushers and Bicycles Return Hopeful Tales of Old
A veteran observer recalls past bicycle stunts at a feed mill and Main Street shows. He notes aging riders face traffic hazards and loss of youthful bounce, while suggesting a revival may hinge on a renewed spirit and Mrs. Roosevelt’s recent bicycle purchase.
Canal around Niagara Falls urged for large steamboats
Century ago the quartermaster general urged a canal around the Falls of Niagara to admit the largest steamboats. Four decades ago memorial services for President McKinley were planned in Washington on February 27. Austin Lynch was re elected president of Central Savings Bank and J J Sullivan was re elected president of First National Bank. J Fryberger became president of the Knights of St John. Ten years ago Ohio Bell workers took a half day weekly without pay and thieves wounded a watchman in a Green Tree apartments raid. Maple sap gathered as signs of spring appeared on F W Bowman's farm.
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Quartermaster General
Falls of
Niagara
McKinley
Washington
Austin Lynch
Central Savings Bank
First National Bank
J. J. Sullivan
J. Fryberger
Knights of St. John
Ohio Bell Telephone Co
Green Tree
Roy Barber
Woodland Ave
Allegheny Oil Co
30Th St
F. W. Bowman
Massillon
Shortcomings Of Mr Nelsons New Position As President
The piece questions whether Donald Nelson will have real authority in procurement and production, noting a conflict between executive orders and cabinet hierarchy. It argues a proper department with cabinet rank is needed and critiques the President for improvisation in handling major affairs. It cites rubber shortages and the Office of Facts and Figures as examples of thinly supported information.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Donald Nelson
Nelson
White House
Henderson
Wickard
Department of Government
Lord Beaverbrook
Department of Supply
Army and Navy
Jones
Maritime Commission
State Department
Office of
New York Tribune, Inc
Footnote On Secretary Ickes By Peter Edson
Washington correspondent Peter Edson notes Secretary of the Interior Harold Ickes abandons prophecy, reflecting on past forecasts from gas shortages to power and helium policy, and cites wartime roles in Alaska and Virgin Islands rum, with U S war material plans affecting the distillery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Ickes
Ickes
Fish and Wildlife Service
Alaska
National Power Policy Committee
Government House
Virgin Islands
Puerto Rico
OPM
United States
Germany
NEA Inc
Grauman Sunshines at 60 Reflects on Hollywood’s Early Era
Damon Runyon summarizes Sid Grauman’s impact as a pioneering showman of silent cinema. He built grand theaters in Los Angeles and Hollywood, popularized atmospheric prologues, and staged lavish presentations rivaling musical revues. Grauman’s memories span the Alexandria and Ambassador hotels, early stars like Fairbanks and Chaplin, and a life marked by wit, wealth, and nostalgia.
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OS Angeles
Sid Grauman
Hollywood
Grauman
Sunshines
Los Angeles
Third
Broadway
Sixth and Hill
Bagdad
Douglas Fairbanks
Charley Chaplin
Ambassador Hotel
Joe Schenck
Schenck
Sid
Lew Cody
Bore Aedrsie
Gloria Swanson
Jesse Lasky
King Features, Inc
Grandma's Home Defense Advice From Ruth Millett
A 1942 essay contrasts grandmothers home defense pragmatism with fashionable defense outfits. It urges real preparedness over wartime wardrobe fuss, urging women to focus on skills and readiness for home protection and civilian duties. It cites thoughts on rubber conservation and civilian moral issues, with quotes from officials and experts.
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Evening Repository
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Ae County Democrat
Associated Press
Story
Brooks & Finley
New York Central
Philadelphia
Fidelity-Philadelhia Trust
Chicago
Nichigan Ave
Cleveland
Euclid Ave
S Angeles
S. Broadway
American Newspaper Publishers Association
Audit Bureau OF Circulation
Stark
Tuscarawas
Carroll
Coumbiana
Portage
Summit
Wayne
Holmes Counties
Sign of Health
Paul Mallon
Hus
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Knox
Tarakan
Japan
HE Brown
Office of Civilian Defense
OCD
LaGuardia
King Features Syndicate, Inc
Truman Twill
Degrde
W. H. Steiner
City National Bank Building
7Th St NW
Bechel
Frank C. Wise
Bureau of Food and Supplies
State Department of Agriculture
Walter Lippmann
Jesse Jones
By Galbraith
Peter Edson
Washington Correspondent
Ecretary of Interior
Harold L. Ickes
Phet
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Ruth Millett
Grandma
Thomas P. Henry
American Auto Association
Ray Lyman Wilbur
American Social Hygiene Association
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