China unity or division shapes Asia’s future
An editorial praises joint talks between Chiang Kai-shek and Mao Zedong as a path to a democratic republic and strong China. It argues that China’s oneness, shared language, and unity are essential to resist division. A unified China, the piece says, offers stability for Asia and invites supportive roles from Britain, Russia, and the United States.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Britain
Holland
Russia
Japan
China
Chiang
Mao
Chungking
Yenan
Asia
United States
Germany's 24 war criminals listed for trial
The article urges stern justice beyond the initial 24 names including Goering Hess Ribbentrop von Papen Ley Rosenberg and Streicher. It condemns the crimes and calls for broader accountability while warning against revenge and demanding due process by Allied authorities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Goering
Hess
Ribbentrop
von Papen
Ley
Rosenberg
Errich
England
Streicher
Allied Commission
German War Crime Against Peace Revolt
Fragmentary wartime rhetoric urges swift punishment for Germany’s leaders. The speaker argues harsher penalties will deter future aggression and force a reckoning that proves the Allies will not be lenient with those who precipitated Europe’s devastation.
Wall of Protection and Postwar Power Plays
An analysis of potential postwar strategies shows nations seeking protection and warm-water ports, with plans to secure bases in the Pacific and Sakhalin, and similar European advance guards. The piece argues for peacetime preparations and contingency measures if diplomacy fails.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Pacific
Orient
South Seas
Asia
Russia
Kuriles
Japanese Sakhalin
Europe
Pearl Harbor Disclosure and Criticism of Leadership
A retort on the Pearl Harbor inquiry reveals anger at wartime secrecy and calls for full civilian disclosure. It criticizes President Roosevelt’s handling, the Roberts investigation, and key figures like Kimmel and Short for failures in liaison, readiness, and decisive action before the attack. The piece suggests a forthcoming Roberts chapter and questions military decisions and plans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pearl Harbor
Truman
War J
Navy Department
Pati
Owen J. Roberts
Roosevelt
Justice Roberts
Washington
Hawaii
Secretary of State
War Department
Secretary of War
Hawaiian Department
Navy
Parc
Kimmel
General Sho 9
United States Navy
Short
Analysis of Duty and Responsibility in World War II Era Case
The text critiques actions around a momentous case citing Pearl Harbor and questioning whether criticism suffices for justice and future U.S. security. It notes key figures failed to act, and references two reports that are highly critical of the handling. The tone is reflective and accusatory about accountability in a historical security context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pearl Harbor
United States
Argentine Fascists target by Braden promotion
President Tragua accepted Nelson Rockefeller's resignation as Assistant Secretary and promoted Spreile Braden, signaling a tough U S stance on Argentine fascism. Braden's Buenos Aires address drew feverish audience reaction as the U S acts to curb German influence, while internal Argentine politics risk delaying genuine reform and free election.
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Tragua
Nelson Rockefeller
Latin America
Spreile Braden
Argentina
United States
W Bast
Farrell-Peron
Mussolini
Hitler
Hirgsito
Diplemsey
Ambessador Braden
Buenos Aires
Hassador
State Department
Washington
United Nations
Braden
Farrell
For Liberation
United Democratic Front
Hull
Boston
Truman
Current Comment on Doctors Shortage After Drafts
Hartford Courant warns that recruiting 8000 veterans to medical schools and 4000 to dental schools reveals how Selective Service wasted talent. The piece argues for resuming studies for potential scientists, noting 40 percent of physicians and a third of dentists served in the armed forces and urges demobilization policy to focus on national welfare.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hartford Courant
United States
Amny
Letters to The Record on Occupation Troops and Atomic Bomb
Readers debate occupation troops role in Japan and rebuilding efforts. A letter argues the aim is to enforce surrender terms, while others question policy. An amusing note wonders if inventors of the atomic bomb could cure hay fever, and a reader asks for the New York State Commissioner of Health contact.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Record
Japan
Record
Edward S. Godfrey, Jr
New York State
Albany
Roosevelt era inquiry into Elliott Roosevelt and Yeast Boss Jimmy
A historical analysis questions Franklin D Roosevelt's awareness of Elliott and James Roosevelt's business activities including James's 1935 yeast company presidency. It covers National Grain Yeast Corp, court records denying an alcohol permit, Hazel reports, and a 1935 Times note of James's resignation. It highlights connections to Eleanor Roosevelt, Gordon, and public figures, with legal and political implications.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Elliott
Harry Hopkins
John Hartford
Mas
Hill Blacker
Howe
Charles Herwood
Virgin Islands
Jesse Jones
Roosevelt
James
Eleanor Roosevelt
Jimmy Roosevelt
National Grain Yeast Corp
Bellevue
NW JU
United States
Samuel Brass
Hyde Park
Jimmy
Wexter
Alia
Waxer Gordon
Jimmy Req
Frank Hate
National Grain Yeast
Hollywood
Sam
Goldwyn
Recall of Braden Signals U S Diminished Voice In Argentina
The recall of ambassador Spruille Braden to Washington mirrors past recalls that critics say reduce U S influence in Argentina. The piece notes the plan to replace him only if a government change occurs, highlighting the broader pattern of recalls as media headlines rather than constructive policy moves. It references Arnaldo Cortesi, Mrs Willebrandt, and others, with side notes on Hale and the National Grain Yeast Corp.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jimmy
Hare
New York Times
The
Treasury
Henry Morgenthau
Belleville
National Grain Yeast Corp. Hag
East 42Nd Street
New York
Politics
Frank J Hale
Hoover
Calvin Coolidge
Hale
Bis
Medel Witebrandt
U. S
N. Chamberlain
Atlantic City
Willebrandt
Prohibition Service
Wislebrandt
Alcohol and Brewery Control
Washington
Argentina
Department of State
United States
Arnaldo Cortesi
Buenos Aires
Braden
Spruille Braden
Bii
New Jersey
Cellent
Harold Goldman
Goldman
Mr. Hate
Hate
Mr. Goldman
Bale
Bowers
Chile
Claude Bowers
Ickes Letter on Franco and Pearson Guest Column
Secretary Ickes remarks on his limited chance to write for Drew Pearson, jokes about dinner invites, and his wish to voice views on Franco and Spain. He notes State Department officials Acheson and MacLeish disagree with neutrality law and praises their clear thinking, while criticizing past officials and the cabinet’s constraints.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Secretary of the Interior
Ickes
Drew Pearson
Harold L. Ickes
The
Enterior
Washington
Hirchite
Franco
Congress
Generaltissime
Spain
Portland
Maine
Sunday Telegram
Associated Press
State Department
Generalissimo Franco
Dean Acherson
Archibald MacLeish
America
France
Hitler
Mussolini
Acheson and MacLeish
Department
Dangling Phrases In English Explain And Correct
A brief guide lists common dangling modifiers and shows corrections. Examples include misattaching phrases to the wrong noun and fixes like When we had eaten our lunch or Just as we reached home.
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Shake
Myther
Sen
Cviovenice
Colby
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Glaneea
By Galbraith
Pas Othce
Record Newspapers
Troy
Stephen Spirk
Takpayer
Cohoes
Fair
Westbrook Pegler
Roosevelt Loan
Symbol of
IMS
King Features Syndicate
Merry
Pearson
Hays
Sullivan
Indiana
By Frank Colby
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