Word From Out West Observes Western Political Awakening
The piece argues the middle and far west are rising in political importance amid war concerns and Western distrust of Eastern ideas. It notes regional vigor in war policy debates, a pushback against Washington, and hint of shifting political weight toward the West as a potential future influence on national decisions.
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Out West
Middle
Far West
Pacific Coast
Washington
West
Mississippi
Capitol
Kansas City
Local civil defense hinges on local action in Britain and U S
Analysis stresses that in air raids and emergencies the closest agencies must act first. It argues that waiting for federal direction slows response, and that civilian defense should be a local duty with Washington providing support when possible.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Washington
Red herrings fail to hide 40 hour week dispute
The text argues that distractions about overtime hide the core issue a 40 hour week harms production and tax costs. It cites New Deal defender Jay Franklin claiming overtime is not costly to managers and notes public concern over government contracts during wartime production.
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New Deal
Jay Franklin
Roosevelt
Grass Fires Signal Spring Weather Humor
A lighthearted spread notes that dry grass ignites easily and early spring sparks multiple small fires. Firemen arrive after the wind shifts, often amid weary frustration, as residents test the season with matches. The piece mocks adult stove-pipe enthusiasm for spring then shifts toward summer calm.
End of the Federal Deficit Joy Ride in War Time
A 1942 analysis explains that wartime deficit spending in 1940-41 fueled a brief prosperity boom, then locked into a hard path of inflation risk, higher taxes, and tightened supplies. It urges saving, buying bonds, and personal restraint as the nation hammers toward victory.
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United States
Roosevelt
Wide World
Colonial Iron Industry Weapons Supply in Revolutionary War
Colonial ironworks shifted from everyday forgework to war production, supplying pig iron and scrap for weapons. Foundries and plating mills expanded while raids and labor shortages plagued operations, with Warwick Furnace supplying cannon and shell and Washington basing troops near the site.
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Lesher
Warwick Furnace
Chester County
Pennsylvania
Gen. Washington
Warwick
Brandywine
Howe
Philadelphia
America
Up Through A Century 100 Years Ago
A century ago boilers exploded on the steamboat North Star near Tuscaloosa Alabama March 1 killing 16. The item notes a history of events including local club decisions, industrial fires, and 25 and 10 year ago reminiscences alongside national news such as German advances and railroad track elevation plans.
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North Star
Tuscaloosa
Ala
Golf Club
Harter
S. O. Laughlin
Canton
Stark County Telephone Co
Timken Roller Bearing Axle Co
War or reform in wartime Washington critique
A Washington critique argues the nation fights a total war but public complacency and a bloated bureaucracy hinder morale and action. It urges leadership to cut distractions and mobilize concrete measures, echoing Napoleon’s call to move experts to the rear. NEA Service.
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Washington
Globe
Hitler
Ellsworth
Kan
Birthplace of Ulysses S. Grant in Ohio noted
Ohio’s Pleasant area near Cincinnati marks the birthplace of Ulysses S. Grant born April 27, 1822 to Jesse R. Grant and Hannah Simpson. The family lived in a preserved house. Grant rose to the presidency after hard years, faced financial reverses, and ended with bankruptcy after Grand & Ward failed on May 6, 1884.
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Oint Pleasant
Cincinnati
Ulysses S. Grant
Jesse R. Grant
Hannah Simpson
Tate Township
Clermont County
Thomas Page
Gen. Grant
Europe
Grand & Ward
Around Our Town’s Wartime Notes and Oddities
A compact column notes letters from Pvt. Harry McCrea at Fort Sam Houston, tick and chigger chatter in Leon Springs, and a string of local curiosities. Eggs, Christmas trees, chicken jargon, cuffs on trousers, bee registries, and war widows join light vignettes about daily life amid shortages and social quirks.
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Harry McCrea
Fort Sam Houston
Texas
Leon Springs
San Antonio
Harry
Camp Wolters
Matey
New York City
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Army and Navy Union
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Canton Chamber of Commerce
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Sem
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A.B.C
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Waynesburg
Darlene Neorr
Darlene
Thomas Neorr
3Rd St SE
Alter Allman
Walter
17Th St NW
17Th St
Canton Clothiers
William Dabero
Daberko
Lisbon
Ms. F. J. Robinson
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