Atomic energy world order and the fate of war
The text argues the atomic bomb’s use in Hiroshima and Nagasaki proves war will end only if atomic energy is controlled internationally. It envisions a World Security Organization cartel owning and distributing atomic power, preventing private misuse and pushing toward a peaceful, shared human brotherhood to avert further aggression.
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Japan
Hiroshima
Russia
Hiroshma
Nagasaki
World Security Organization
Hirohito
America
Unionien
Clab
Philsophy
Ger
Political Action Committee
Per
End of Gas Rationing Brings Liberty to Drive Again
The nation welcomes the end of gasoline rationing as roads reopen and families restore leisure trips to the mountains and seashore. While many celebrate, concerns arise about a potential rise in accidents and the need for stricter traffic enforcement to keep highways safe.
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Jordal
Pec
Petain Conviction Mirrors France’s Flawed Judgment
The trial frames Marshal Henri Philippe Petain as a symbol of a weak France. Critics argue the verdict exposes frailty in France’s institutions and leaders who enabled or supported the Vichy regime. The aged marshal faces hanging, stripped of honors, as France confronts national guilt.
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Henri Philippe Petain
Vichy
France
Eee
Petain Alose
Petain
Edouard Dolsdher
Edouard
Germany
Fife
Asmes
Jeky
Chamberlain
Great Britain
Munich
Hitler
Austria
Mussolini
Ethiopia
Albania
America
Clemenceau
Foch
Napoleon
Draft Regulation Shifts in Military Manpower Policy
The High Military Command through Selective Service announces immediate cuts in monthly drafts from 80 000 to 30 000 and restricts future inductees to under twenty six. Officials acknowledge uncertainty about future manpower needs for occupation and reconstruction and consider widening use of volunteers to end conscription.
Government Contracts Tie Service End to Surrender
The text outlines two government contracts tying service end to six months after surrender. If surrender occurs the service ends for all in service regardless of points. Many overseas troops might reenlist if discharge rules change, reducing civilian call and population pressures.
Radar secrets and postwar hopes in a wartime report
The article discusses radar as a decisive WWII technology, its role in defeating U-boat wolf packs and aiding air operations. It notes a 206 page Army report explaining radar, hints readers would struggle to grasp the tech, and emphasizes official military detail over popular explanation. It also includes brief, rough humor about a steak dish and a dress theft case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
Army
Tadar
Europe Faces A Cold and Hungry Winter
The Baltimore Sun reports Europe's coal shortage threatens a harsh winter. France suffers miner scarcity and food limits. German and British output remain far below normal. U S aid is urged with millions of tons of coal and food needed, while Europe and the United States face own shortages.
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Europe
Baltimore Sun
France
Ruhr
Saar
Britain
United States
Harold L. Ickes
Solid Fuels
Joseph C. Grew
Mr. Grew
Japan
Congress On Tour Newark News
Congress committees study international affairs as they tour England and multiple regions including Russia Poland France Germany and the Middle East. About 200 marketers completed missions abroad with more joining the travel for postwar economy relief and other items while President Truman notes expenses unless formally authorized.
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Congress
Newark
Washington
England
Russia
Poland
France
Germany
Maly
Scandinavia
Middle East
Pacific
State Department
Truman
Drafted and volunteer soldiers share equal discharge status
Letters to The Record discuss the draft versus volunteer service and the points system. Readers seek clarity on when demobilization occurs for drafted men, noting multiple years overseas and a son with 85 points. The editor notes the point system applies to both groups and discharge follows the same footing.
The Warned Return of Hitlerism and American Labor
A Westbrook Pegler column warns Americans to study the German rise of Nazism and Communist terror to guard against similar forces at home after World War II. It argues unions, profiteering, and political manipulators risk dictating labor and industry, threatening freedom and order.
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New York
Adolf Hitler
Germany
Pete Willion
Hitlévisen
Italy
Joutaiders
Xim
Modernizing Mikado and Paris subway capers
The column recalls Hirohito sailing to England and France with Sawada, praising his liberal stance yet noting his drift toward militarists. It covers his Paris subway ride, coat swap, and a bold public speech in London, framing debate on postwar Japan and hints at resignations in the U.S. diplomatic and economic leadership.
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Sawada
Council of Education
Hirohito
Japan
Parry
Ute Mikado
England
France
Okahoma
Duke of
Athol
Scotland
Heavenly Isles
London
Paris
Paris Subway
Metro
Kim
State Department
Hirenite
Bacome
Government Frees Wartime Controls Aimed at Peace Transition
Washington reports dramatic easing of wartime controls as five to eight million may face unemployment in the coming months. Officials outline swift civilian readjustment steps, including ending rationing on gasoline and food, large employer discharge plans, and continued price and rent controls in selective sectors.
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Marvin L.arrowsmith
Washington
John W. Snyder
Truman
Armed Services
Acar
Navy
Army
Lendylease
Vroman
Snyder
CPA
Bors Chester Bowles
Housitz
Lurder
Yoon
Snyders
War Production Board
OPA
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Mossler
Donna
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Ferry Street
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Fourth Streets
iCahoes
Green Island
Albintang
Fourth
Joice
Trox
Fair
Westbrook Pegler
Labor
The
Merry-Go
Jane
Kreperer
Renz Sawada
Taker School
Tokyo
F. B.L
John Winant
Potsdam
George B Messersmith
L. S
Mexico
Marriner Eccles
Federal Reserve Board
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