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Newspaper
Titonka Topic
Location
Titonka, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1942
Page
1
Weekly News Analysis notes signs of Allied counter moves after Japan’s rapid advances. American and Australian reinforcements shift the balance near New Guinea and Australia. Bulgarian troop commitments to the eastern front draw Turkish concern amid antiwar sentiment and possible royal upheaval in Bulgaria and Jugoslavia.
The article outlines Gandhi Nehru and Jinnah shaping Indian stance on Cripps offer of postwar dominion status. Nehru pushes for full independence, Gandhi seeks restraint, and Jinnah advocates division. Civil war fears rise as Britain faces Japan and Asia-wide tension. It also covers Britain’s St Nazaire raid with a U S destroyer rammed into the dock, its contested outcomes, and the broader spring offensive.
Gen Jonathan Wainwright leads renewed Bataan campaign as Corregidor endures intensified air attacks. Japanese bombers suffer losses while Allied gunners defend the fortresses. President Quezon arrives in Australia with family and cabinet, predicting imminent relief for the Philippine garrison.
American troops training in Australia found romance sweeping the continent with many marriages. Some Russian clergy criticized haste, while Australian public and press supported the matches. A commander banned marriages, provoking protests, but the War Department affirmed soldiers may marry while duty remains. The main worry was lovers forgetting wives at home.
Congress and Senator Truman scrutinized Standard Oil over a rubber oil formula linked to German firms. Truman warned of treason and urged scrutiny of foreign pacts, as government plans for aviation fuel plants drew concern about big companies edging out smaller competitors. The probe led to bets on tighter future approval of any foreign arrangements.
A roundup of domestic fascist activity links Attorney General Biddle with President Roosevelt as he faces pressure to prosecute public denouncers of the war. FBI arrests and releases, warnings to curb radical leaders, and White House intervention frame a tense battle over civil liberties and national unity. A separate column praises Allied production gains in the war effort, noting U.S. and British output surpassing the Axis and outlining ongoing industry challenges, with Bernie Baruch offering cautious optimism. Congressional critics are condemned by A F Whitney as the nation presses for unity and defense bonds.
Dispatches from Moscow report increased German action along the entire 2,000 mile front while North Africa shows a lull and England to Germany activity remains limited. Reds acknowledge heightened German operations at Murmansk and across occupied territories.
A nostalgic portrait recounts General Douglas MacArthur as a storied Scots figure in American memory. Anecdotes place him in WWI France with the Rainbow Division, defying helmet norms, and leading a captured German officer with only a riding whip. The piece highlights his public feuds, foresight on modern warfare, and a Roosevelts-era loyalty, framed by newspaper lore and soldierly swagger.
A charming colonial girl figure described as busy all week, with sun bonnets and hoop skirts, knitting cross stitch motifs for tea towels. The two matching panholder motifs complete the set using running stitches with crosses, pattern 79404, 18 cents. Send orders to:
A reflective passage by John Lubbock stating nature rewards lovers with inner riches rather than wealth or titles, granting bright thoughts, contentment, and peace of mind.
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