End of the War Looms as Russians Reach Berlin Front
The piece argues Soviet patrols have entered Silesia and Russia nears Berlin while Allied forces approach Germany from the west. It questions German resolve, noting broadcaster doubts about facing Russian superiority and the collapsing German front as Allied advances compress the Reich.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
East Prussia
Aiti
Fois
Silesia
Poland
Bertin
Germany
Teuton
Berlin
Russia
Reich
Allies
Teuions
Debated Privilege Over Roosevelt Family Dog Priority
A letter argues government favoritism shown to Mrs. Roosevelt's dog disrupts naval needs and travel fairness. It condemns royal family privilege in wartime and calls for accountability from the White House and Navy, citing unequal treatment and political influence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gaerain
Theodore Hoosevelt
Hoover
Coolidge
Canpol
Roosevelts
Pevieton
Roosevelt
Itis
Colese
Prioxi
Washington Iie
War Department
Whits House
Steve Early
Manis
Russian Exile Leader Praises Russians War Efforts Suffering Under Dictatorship
A letter published in the New York Times features Alexander Berensky, former head of the provisional government, praising Russian fighting resolve against the Bolshevik regime while criticizing the lack of freedom under Soviet rule. He argues tyranny thrives by suppressing liberty and cites education as hope for eventual change.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alexander Berensky
United States
Here
New York Times
Jalin
President Roosevelts Clash With Montgomery Ward Opens Again
The President confronts Montgomery Ward as Army seizure of the firm's property resumes. Leaders Sewell L Avery and James Petrillo figure in a high stakes dispute over control and political influence, with supporters arguing the move exposes partisan tactics.
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Montgomery Ward
Sewell L. Avery
Eg Sisies
Lewis
Petrilio
Inot
Messrs
Roosevelt and
Avery
Churchill and Allied Roles in Europe and Postwar Policy
Churchill outlines wartime priorities and postwar aims focusing on British Empire security and Western Europe. He discusses the balance of power, spheres of influence, and Anglo Russian Balkan alignments while noting the Atlantic Charter’s practical limits and the need for stable peacetime understandings in the Middle East and Greece.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House of Commons
Belsin
Luxembourg
Beisg
United States
Marshal Stalin
Ont
Balkans
Sident Roosevelt
Chateaill
Rial
Europe
Tike
Britain
Greece
Mediterranean
Russia
Iran
Middle East
London
Moscow
Cabinet prospects and Churchill admired abroad
Secretary Wallace is discussed for a Cabinet post as he rates highly among candidates and would have little to do. Premier Churchill draws attentive listening in the United States for his oratory and reliability, while attention turns to the Roosevelt children and the administration’s path.
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Wallace
Churchill
United States
Sis
Retherford B. Hayes
Repub
Samteat
J. Tilden
Tildas
Hayes Sealy
Hayes
Grant
Iaghle
Shell
Pennsylvania Avenue
Wilson
Capitol
Vienna as United Nations seat sparks historic parallels
The Rochester Times Union notes Russia's proposal to locate the UN in Vienna echoes a century of Vienna’s role in international diplomacy. It recalls the 1815 Congress of Vienna and the Holy Alliance, then the Grand Alliance, and Metternich's Fire Brigade, illustrating how ideals often collide with realpolitik.
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Vienna
United Nations
Rochester Times Union
Russia
United Nations Organization
Geneva
The
Hague
Asia
Anonymous submissions to The Record Newspapers urged
Readers may sign or withhold name in communications to The Record Newspapers to preserve anonymity while showing good faith. Unsigned letters may not be published and The Record Newspapers reserve the right to edit for publication.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jan Uisiee
Lf Writers of Communications
Record
Critics on loafers and war bonds letter to the editor
The Record prints letters from Eagle Bridge and Troy criticizing loafers avoiding work during wartime and urging compulsory duty, while praising veterans and arguing for stamp purchases. A reader suggests bonuses to heirs of fallen soldiers could aid morale, urging fair treatment for servicemen and better public support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Red Cross
Aly
Jeast
Stephen Tanchak
Troy
Jan
License for Liquor Store in Troy Proceeding
Apple to Rensselaer County Alcoholic Beverage Control Board in Troy for license. Address: 12 State Street. No new licenses will be issued until a county survey is completed, expected to take about four to five weeks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Apple
Rensselaer County Alcoholic Beverage Control Board
State Street
Troy
The Philippine Campaign Delays Japan’s Push Toward Tokyo
Analysis notes the Philippines operation slowed a direct assault on Japan, with Leyte and Luzon landings inflicting naval losses. It argues supply escort and air defense delays permit Japan to regroup, train pilots, and repair ships while the fleet moves north toward Japan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Americas
Philippines
Formiosa
Macarthur
Thenited
States Navy
Lexie
Jiater
Luzon
Formosa
United States Navy
Paties
Leyte
Jaraca
Manila
Tokyo
Jtre
Amoy
Foochow
Swetow
Tokio
Japan
Venezusia
New York City
Tete
Peisoin
Elways
Roosevelt
Congress
Navy
A Play Reacting to Marquand Apley Sequel Plans
Westbrook Pegler outlines a planned play sequel to George Apley critiquing Boston society and Greenwich Village contrasts. He envisions a provocative, Hungarian dream doctor influenced drama that flays propriety and mocks intellectual elites, aiming to shock bourgeois morals.
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Chicago
P. Marquand
George Apley
Boston
Agnes
New York
Greenwich Village
Aplevs
Mr. Starquand
Myrtle Something
Nan
Hansas City
la Tool
Worcester
Apleys
Myrtle
Valeran
Marquand
Greenwich
New League
Beacon Street
A. Hungarain
Freud
Harme
Presidential inaugurations through history and today
The Washington Merry Go Round notes how inaugurations moved across locations from New York to Vermont and the White House. It recounts Hayes Grant Wilson and Adams farewells and recalls Lincoln’s wartime inauguration amid security concerns and rain as a landmark moment in U.S. history.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
United States
New York
George Washington
Vermont
Calvin Coolidge
Harding
White House
Shomar
Sears
George W
Capitol
Martin van Buren
U.S
Jackson
van Buren
Willian
Hente Harrison
Janes K. Polk
Samuel B. Morse
Lincoln
Banume
Alvasess
Grant
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Bam
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Montgomery
Cris
Mrs. Elliot
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Eagie Bridge
Lawremue
Air Navy
Fair
Westbrook Pegler
Dettt
Ain
Felix Frankfurter
Daya
Harvard
Frankfurter
Cambridge
Department of Justice Land
Apley
King Features : Syndicate
Merry
Drew Pearson
White- House
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