Tax Increase Up to President Faces Congress Fight
Congress votes 262 to 72 in favor of delaying a social security tax hike amid claims the move is an unnecessary burden on employers and workers. Proponents admit doubling now would outpace spending for twenty years, while critics urge restraint and warn against using social security as a revenue tool. The president’s veto decision looms as lawmakers push to override if needed.
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Social Security Fund
Britain’s Churchill Wins Mandate to Continue Policy in Europe
The House of Commons votes 279 to 30 to back Churchill’s policy toward liberated European countries. The piece notes Labour abstentions and contrasts Britain’s stance with U.S. non intervention and Russia’s actions in Poland and the Baltic states, arguing Britain has a vital lifeline interest in Italy and Greece as part of its empire. The paper also criticizes U.S. Secretary Stettinius for public remarks.
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House of Commons
Britain
America
Europe
State Department
Stettinius
Italy
Greece
Russia
Poland
Estonia
Latvia
Lithuania
Ehange
Bulgaria
Mediterranean
Central America
Cuba
Troy Record
Jata Calls for Non Intervention by Great Powers
Jata argues for non intervention in European internal politics as Great Britain and the Soviet Union persist in extending influence linked to their strategic positions. Stettinius' stance against intervention is noted as a cautious, perhaps safe, move, while others view it as a flawed gesture.
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Jata
Great Britain
Soviet Union
Europe
Britain
Mio
Stettinius
United States
Conference outcomes leave aviation hopes unmet
President Roosevelts call at the conference urged delegates to pursue five freedoms and a program to serve postwar aviation. Degenerative splits emerged over passenger and freight rights, with Britain opposing an American dominant traffic plan. The Chicago accord faces Senate approval while a broader air commerce race looms if enforcement and permanent councils fail.
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Rocever
United States
Britain
America
Chicago
United States Senate
Great Britain
Death Ends a Farce as Trial Ends in Mistrials
An eight month government case against twenty six defendants on seditious conspiracy ends with a judge's death and a declaration of two mistrials. The pro ceeding drew mass attendance, delays, and repeated procedural errors, prompting calls to avoid a repeat spectacle if a new trial occurs.
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Biddle
Department of Justice
Anard
Earthquake in Japan recalls deadly 1523 disaster
The article notes a large earthquake and tsunami impact in Japan on the anniversary of Pearl Harbor. It draws a grim parallel to Japan’s 1523 catastrophe with vast casualties and missing people, while mentioning American relief sentiment and the perceived severity of last week’s tremors.
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Pearl Harbor
Japan
Japan and war, quake, and peace sentiments amid WWII discourse
An opinion piece conflates the December quake impact on Japan with hopes for war-slowing effects and civilian casualties. It argues for accepting peace terms if offered by Germany and Japan, critiques Nazi leaders, and remarks on domestic life such as cigarette ash mishaps reflecting wartime strain.
Strife in Europe trials and the rise and fall of early Communist states
The article surveys postwar Europe, noting British search for wisdom in Greece and Belgium, the likelihood of a right versus left battle in new governments, and the short-lived Communist regimes in Hungary and Bavaria. It recalls Bela Kun in Hungary, Karolyi’s liberal government, and Allied interventions, plus Soviet influence and German Soviet councils before Armistice. It emphasizes instability and rival governance as nations seek self rule.
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Russia
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Romania
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Budapest
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Augus
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Tater
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Noske
Voices on Taxes and World War Reflections in The Record
Letters express anger at tax cuts for real estate and speak of landlords tenants and city salaries. A December 6 1844 Pearl Harbor anniversary recollection recalls D Day and wartime sacrifice urging readers to support service members and speed victory.
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Pearl Harbor
Normandy
Reed
Resignation of War Production Board Counsel O Brian
The article notes the resignation of Joan Lord O'Brian of Buffalo from the War Production Board where he served as general counsel. Known for fair and efficient leadership, he guided legal matters without court tests and avoided bias while steering through wartime challenges. His career spans both World Wars and public ownership debates, with high regard from peers and Supreme Court figures.
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Joan Lord O'Brian
Buffalo
War Production Board
O'Brian
Oy 2H
Wars Production Board
Obrian
Mr. O'Brian
War
Choush
America
Supreme Court
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Progress
Iné Dars
Tasadore Roosevel
New York State
Senaator Wagner
Greece Yugoslavia and Britain Ro Roosevelt pact tale
The column asserts a Churchill Roosevelt agreement placed the American Army under British control in Greece and Yugoslavia, with Americans wearing British uniforms and operations routed through British channels. It claims US policy in the region lagged behind British aims, drawing Greek hostility and controversy over occupation attitudes and diplomatic ties.
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Greece
Roosevelt
Churenil
Addie
Yugoslavia
Chill
Near East
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Hance
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Poiats
Jugoslavia
Bri
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Thene Amies
State Department
Italy
Cairo
George
U. S
Alexander Kirk
Athens
Svelos
Orson Weiles
Pronunciations and public service noted in letters column
The piece discusses English and French pronunciations of terms like fan-s, main-yee, bowk-site, and borgeite, urging American usage. It also promotes Frank Colby’s Letters to My Son and praises a silent, unsung public servant who leads lawyers and upholds duty.
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Pest
Usake
Chen
America
Frank Colby
Lettes
Frank Celts
I WP
Teave
Dikewisa
Merchants Report Record Holiday Sales Nationwide Rise
The United Press surveys across seven cities show record holiday buying with October to December sales 5 to 20 percent above last year. New York and Chicago expect strong totals while shortages persist in several categories including cameras, furs, and toys.
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Callmate
United Press
Retail Credit Organization
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Atlanta
Apme
New York
Chicago
San Francisco
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Ihe
Denver
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St Louis
Avania
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