De Gaulle Trip Aims to Ease British American Rift
The piece notes General Charles de Gaulle’s impending trip to England at Churchill’s invitation as a step to clear misunderstandings with American and British allies. It argues the French Committee of National Liberation should be the sole representative in dealings, despite earlier frictions over recognition. It foresees Eisenhower and De Gaulle coordinating with mutual understanding to aid invasion operations and deliverance for France.
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General DeGaulle
England
Churchill
Committee of National Liberation
France
Bond
DeGaule
DeGaulle
Téatmest
Eisenhower
A Day to Remember to Memorial Day Observance
A patriotic article urges reflection on Memorial Day as Americans honor 25 marchers and wartime service. It stresses duty on the home front, defending liberties, and the need for resolve beyond mere observance to honor fallen servicemen and ensure victory in the broad sense.
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Toésy
America
Globe
Defeat at Buenos Aires seen as free press fight
In Argentina the La Nacion publication criticizing the junta led to threats of suspension. The paper chose to publish an open letter to President Edelmiro Farrell, declaring no further contributions, while the piece’s core message about the divide between statesman and demagogue remains echoed. Even in defeat, La Nacion is portrayed as a global defender of press freedom.
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Argentina
la Nacion
la Prensa
Edelmiro Farrell
Wiiter
la Xacion
la Necion
Farrell
la Badon
Contrast in Campaign Styles: Bricker Faces Dewey in GOP Spotlight
The piece contrasts Gov. John W. Bricker of Ohio actively campaigning for the Republican nomination with Gov. Thomas E. Dewey’s low-key approach. It argues Bricker seeks national office while Dewey focuses on governing New York State, noting public preference for Dewey’s style and predicting a vigorous campaign if nominated.
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Thomas E. Dewey
John W. Bricker
Ohio
Roosevelt
Dewey
Bricker
New York State
Brieker Wisnes
Invasion Weather and Allied Plans Across the Channel
A wartime bulletin notes invasion weather over the English Channel as Allied forces prepare for liberation. German radio experts fret over date certainty while Churchill warns of feints. Allies may use paratroops, inland landings, and secret weapons, with weather guiding timing and strategy.
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English Channel
United Nations
Churchill
Teutons
Weather and War Outlook Sketches From March to Fall
A wartime column notes March winds complicate travel by sea or air and April rains slow progress while June offers favorable coast conditions. It contrasts German difficulties with Russian efforts and predicts defeat for Hitler’s forces by late fall or winter, leading to unconditional surrender.
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Germany
Kely
France
Russia
Berlin
Hitler
London committee drafts armistice recipe comment
A London committee is said to have arrived at a recipe for the armistice. Hitler, apparently, isn't going to be asked how he wants his goose cooked. Newspaper readers in Boston were surprised to learn of accusations of gambling, as they understood there was a law against that sort of thing. Berlin is now speaking of its seasoned troops. Seasoned, no doubt by the assault and peppering on the Russian and Italian fronts.
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London
Hitler
Boston
Berlin
Roosevelt
Angi
Te’ Bence
Ant
Oo x
Pepert
Schentey
Sufe Department
U. S
State Department
Hebert
Schenley
Park and Tilford
Scheneley
WPB
Rebert
Shetley
Aumaie
Martinique
New Orleans
WEE
WPE
Schenler
Department
Army
Navy
Congress
Wertime
UN Uder
Leading candidates spar over coats shortage cited in jest
A playful remark about candidates not removing coats in a fight hints at a broader joke about war readiness. A rumor claims sixty seven Nazi divisions are stationed in western Europe, framed as an Allies’ unemployment problem in the satirical note.
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Western
Europe
Current Comment on Harold Bell Wright in Baltimore
A Baltimore piece surveys Harold Bell Wright as a much criticized yet hugely popular American writer. It notes Wright’s outsized book sales from 1900 to 1929 and his portrayal as a moralist and preacher rather than a traditional author.
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Baltimore
Harold Bell Wright
Gene Stratton Porter
Mary Robert
Rinehart
Edna Ferber
Fannie Hurst
Barbara Worth
Grant Overton
Flower Lovers Arise Over National Flower Debate
In Congress Representative Robertson of Virginia proposed that the white towering American dogwood be named the national flower. Critics mocked the bill, citing other flowers like Minnesota’s moccasin flower and even the humble dandelion with broad American roots from Maine to California.
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Minneapolis Star Journal
Congress
Representative Robertson
Virginia
Florida
United States
Robertson
Tliavis
New Jersey
Rhode Island
Wisconsin
Anon Letters on Marriage Law and Proposals
Readers inquire about marriage laws across states including blood tests and waiting periods. Vermont now requires a blood test and a five day wait, while states like South Carolina require no blood tests or waiting. The Record discusses anonymity for letters and broader views on government and parenting praise.
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the Record
New York State
Vermont
South Carolina
New York
Arizona
Arkansas
Florida
Idaho
Kansas
Missouri
Montana
Nebraska
Nevada
New Mexico
Maryland
Delaware
Washingtons Cap Police Bar UN Ambassadors At Morse Plaque Event
In a Capitol rotunda ceremony honoring Samuel Morse, two United Nations ambassadors were briefly barred at entry by Capitol Police amid questions of their status. The incident occurred during the Morse plaque unveiling as Ernest E. Norris tapped out What hath God wrought, with other dignitaries present.
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Capitol
United Nation
Washington
United Nations
Samual B.S. Morse
Ernest E. Norris
Southern Railroad
Fortes
Diamentopoulos
Wordplay and pranks in quirky Arkansas Gazette clipping
A brisk collage of witty notes and questions from readers across New England and Texas Outlook. It lampoons mispronunciations such as spaniel and Daniel and jokes about English spellings like ghoti for fish.
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Newburyport
New England
Span'el
Daniel
Dan'el
Labor power and union bosses reshape U S politics
The piece discusses heavy labor coverage in New York papers and argues that a few union leaders, backed by substantial funds and federal power, wield greater influence than governors or Congress. It warns this subgovernment may threaten citizens' rights, risking democracy and steering political outcomes.
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Supreme Court
Dia
Roosevelt hints at overseas trip during campaign
President Roosevelt hints he may travel abroad during the campaign or even attend the forthcoming convention period. He could meet Prime Minister Churchill in England, timing a long planned trip to project indifference to politics while emphasizing wartime focus. The move would contrast with Dewey and shape perceptions of leadership amid civil rights and campaign finance debates.
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Washington
Roosevelt
United States
Churchill
England
Dewes
Dewey
Ward
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