Which Army Will Reach Berlin First
A dated reflection weighs strategic fates in World War II, comparing Soviet, British and American advances toward Berlin with German resistance. It argues Berlin’s fall hinges on who reaches first and the broader consequences for postwar punishment and occupation while urging unity among Allied powers and restraint in dealing with China and Vasoslavis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berlin
Gistakee
Fst Sud
Oder
Rhine
Germany
Russia
Society For Information
Gestapo
Britain
United States
France
America
China
Vasoslavis
Grew urges U S mediation for unified China and Yugoslav settlement
Acting Secretary of State Grew stressed Washington’s readiness to offer friendly offices to unite the Chungking government and the Communists in China. He cited Yugoslav settlement hopes around Marshal Tito as a model, warning factional strife between Chiang Kai-shek and the Communists imperils the Allied cause against Japan. The rift in China could force a decisive resolution in the near future.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph €. Grew
Chungking
United States
Yugoslavia
London
Marshal Tito
Grew
Old World
Thien
China
Chiang
Kaishek
Prescription For Prosperity and the Case for Research
The piece argues that invention springs from inquisitive individuals and that corporate research departments drive progress. It notes small firms now access commercial labs and universities for help, while government programs aid war-related and postwar research. It also discusses unemployment insurance reform and urges action in the current session, urging modernization across states.
Merit Rating in New York
Forty two states have merit rating for social security, but New York lacks it. AIL companies contribute to unemployment insurance on the same level, rewarding well run firms and penalizing poorly run ones. Cooperation reduces turnover while labor trouble raises costs. Merit rating classifies companies by their records of employment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bud Norver
New York
Isber
Horn Chambers
Sworth
United States
Russians Claim Halfway To Berlin In Poland Drive
A German dispatch reports Soviet forces have entered Kalisz and advance toward Berlin from Warsaw while other units push toward Breslau and Elbing. The piece cautions against premature triumph and notes supply lines and rail capacity as limiting factors.
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Kalisz
Poland
Warsaw
Beriin
Breslau
Silesia
East Prussia
Germany
Elbing
Soviet Union
Sax
Europe
Berlin
Fathers Who Inspire Sons to Presidency Amid Aber and FDE
Fathers hope their sons pursue high office, but the piece notes the Aber and persistent FDE challenge this dream. It contrasts parental ambition with the societal obstacles facing young leaders and highlights enduring barriers to presidential ascent.
Notable War Echoes Sparkling Speech on Tax Law Lawn Fads
The piece mocks wartime chatter claiming Russians overrun areas and Germans retreat so rapidly mapmakers fall behind. It also satirically notes colleges planning courses on current taxes, suggesting a four year cap on learning.
Letters From Readers Debate World Government And Personal Sacrifice
A 1945 newspaper page features reader letters and editor replies on world government as a solution to war. Richard Goodman argues for international congress sovereignty and collective security, while other letters condemn war-era sentiments and defend veterans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richard Goodman
Williamstown
Jan
Roosevelt era cabinet post talk and Sidney Hillman
Washington discourse on cabinet appointments highlights Sidney Hillman and labor figures. The author argues Hillman could serve as Secretary of Labor, praising his campaign work and urging Roosevelt to consider reshuffling posts. The piece notes Hillman's influence in mobilizing Democratic support and credit for electoral success.
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Hillman Post
Washington
Roosevelt
Labs
Fox
Receavelt
Frances
Sidney Mah
Sidney
Department of Labor
Sidhay
Sidney Hillman
George Gallup
Mberg
My. Dever
C.T.O P A. C
Sidney Witman
Labor
William B. Wilson
Provident Wilton
James J
Wartime hardships and political shifts in 1940s Washington
General Marshall warned Roosevelt and Congress of Belgian winter illnesses among American troops caused by exposure and mud. Army clothing shortages, surplus usage, and cold injuries are cited along with Russian boot production. Roosevelt quips at Statler Hotel dinners with military guests. Jesse Jones resignation and Texas politics loom over cabinet plans. Congressional debate on manpower and civilian penalties stirs 4-Fs’ fates as war work continues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Marshall
Roosevelt
France
Bsnoviet
Teamsters Union
Statler
Jock Benny
Dan Toodin
Army
Navy
Labbs
General Marshall
General Arnold
Admiral King
Henry Wallace
Jesse Jones
Jones
KD. R
Jesse
Everware
White House
Texas
Per
George Hutler
Austin
John Lee Smith
Butler
Coke
Stevenson
Smith
Dallas
O11
Wallace Hawkins
FD. A
Wallace
Commerce Department
Ham Andrews
New York
Kilday
Andrews
United Service
LaGuardia
Campaign fury over Roosevelt episodes and military honesty
A fiery column attacks alleged Army cover ups tied to Elliott Roosevelt and White House politics. It claims officers including generals should face court martial and dismissal for smearing truth in service to the public.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elliott Roosevelt
White House
Army
Navy
Tom Dewey
Dewey
France
Roosevelt
Marshall
Smany
Critics Debate If Inanimate Objects Can Sit or Die
A reader argues against a grammar rule that only persons and animals can die or sit noting textbooks and teachers misstate language. The letter cites examples from literature and quotes Merriam Webster while urging UC English faculty to address the issue.
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E.S. ‘of
Los Angeles
California
Hich School
Cortexe
Devic Ji
University of California
A¢Autreto
Bethlehem
Philip Brooks
Harriet Beecher Stowe
Greece
Rome
Whittler
Shakespeare
Merriam Webster's
Frank Colby
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Monet Eee
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