Remembering a Poor Boy Who Reached the White House
The life of former Governor and leader Ed Smith illustrates an urban rise from East Side New York poverty to national influence. Born into hardship, he entered politics, served in the Legislature and as governor, and inspired by proving opportunity exists for city boys as well as farmers. His stance against the New Deal and steadfast integrity marked a memorable career.
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E. Smith
America
Wih
Smith
New York
Americs
Herbert Hoover
Washington
Ah. Smith
No Time for Smugness Over China Aid Controversy
The President defends U S military aid to China while opponents question its sufficiency. Chinese forces face Japanese advances with Fourteenth Air Force bases lost and Foochow under threat. Critics say American aid is far from lavish and China’s collapse could prolong the Far East war and endanger American troops.
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United States
China
United States Fourteenth Air Force
Fukien
Foochow
Roosevelt
Churchill
House of Commons
Fourteenth Air Force
Chiang Kai-shek
Pearl Harbor
Himalayas
India
Chita
J ‘Wat
Far East
Germany
America
U.S. urged to increase aid to Britain to avert disaster
The passage argues that aiding Britain is vital and that failure to bolster support could worsen the war in Europe, warning that weak leadership would face severe consequences if the conflict continues unresolved. It stresses timely U.S. action to prevent disaster.
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United States
Europe
No Real Breakthrough Yet in Western Front War News
Wartime commentary urges cautious view of Allied progress in Western Europe. Despite bold language in some papers, maps and dispatches show only slow advances north of Aachen with little ground gained beyond a few miles here and there. Analysts warn against over optimism as troops face heavy fortifications before winter.
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Germany
West Wal Oy
Troy Record
Siegfried Line
Holland
Europe
Aachen
Rhine
West Wall
America
Arebes
Not Big Enough Senator Wagner Criticizes Dewey for Presidency
The piece notes Senator Wagner’s campaign remarks targeting Governor Dewey not as a candidate for President but as too small for the role. It praises Dewey’s past record and claims he is bigger than Roosevelt, highlighting opposition figures and political maneuvering in New York and national politics.
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Wagner
United States Senate
Dewey
United States
Washington
Roosevelt
Army
Navy
Hawaii
New York
Furthey
Jimmie Hines
Earl Browder
Sidney Hillman
Hyde Park
Dewey versus Wagner on bigness and leadership
The letter argues that Dewey lacks true grandeour and accuses him of pettiness and bias while praising his rival Wegner for honesty. It contends political stature lies in responsibility and international influence, not physical size, and criticizes Wagner for fearmongering and misrepresenting Dewey.
Dewey Proposes Tax Reform to Boost Jobs and Economy
The Troy Record endorses Governor Dewey's tax plan as a constructive alternative to New Deal policies. It argues reducing corporate and income taxes would spur private initiative, create jobs, and lower living costs by trimming excise taxes, urging election of Dewey for economic health. It also notes opposition from Roosevelt allies and mentions a reader's suggestion about Germany.
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New Deal
Dewey
Committee For Economics Development
Troy Record
China
Roosevelt
Hillman
Washington rumor on birthrate plan and Siegfried Line shift
Rumors claim the president seeks a birthrate boost to grow his future voter base. Separately the battle around the Siegfried Line shifts near the Wurm River as conditions change, suggesting a turning point in that front.
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Washington
Siegfried Line
Wurm River
Howver
Current Comment on Corruption in the French Press
The piece argues postwar journalism in France will be more corrupt under government licensing. It claims licensing will allow control, taint journalism, and damage morals, noting prewar French press flaws and predicting further rot under state oversight.
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Agendu
Louisville
Agence Francaise de Presse
de Ag
France
Pulse of the People Eer Editors Invite Anonymous Letters
Readers may sign communications to The Record Newspapers to preserve anonymity and show good faith in their statements. Unsigned letters may not be published, as the newspaper cannot guarantee publication without a signature.
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Star
Record
Ration Board members defend wartime fuel limits
Henry E. Hawley of Troy defends rationing rules amid fuel oil shortages and threats of black market purchases. He notes strict government guidelines aim at fair distribution and acknowledges irregularities in earlier days. Also letters condemn Churchill land grabs and Russia’s expansion, urging democratic integrity.
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B Board
Jas
Henry E. Hawley
Troy
Washington News Lens on Churchill Roosevelt China Debacle
Washington editorials question why British and American leaders pressured China and why promised aid to China was withdrawn. Chungking dispatches accuse Britain of steering Chinese troops from the Hunan Kwangsi line to aid colonial forces, aiding Japan’s gains. Reflections cite Woodford Sun editor Chandler and Cairo conference outcomes, noting British reluctance to push offensives in Burma and China.
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Washington
China
Churchill
Roosevelt
Chungking
India
Britain
Hunaz- Kwangsi
Japan
Houhan-Kwangsi
Chiang Kai-shek
Cairo
Great Britain
Roosevelt-Churchill
Woodford Sun
Versailles
Chandler
Burma-China
Wes
Russia
United States
India-Burma-China
Ant Asmime
Eisenhower praised for rear-area support and tough postwar planning
Washington Merry-Go-Round reports Mundt and Richards praising the five week England France trip, lauding Eisenhower as approachable and effective. It notes service battalions aiding logistics, Morgenthau’s postwar Germany plan, tensions with Hull and State, and Decartelization aims at Quebec talks with Churchill and Stalin’s stance. It also covers Mrs. Roosevelt protege Crystal Bird Fauset and party political maneuvering.
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Washington
South Dakota
Karl Mundt
Soutearolina
James Richards
England
France
Roosevelt ties to Teamsters union raise questions
The piece portrays Daniel Tobin and the Teamsters Union as a strong AFL affiliate with many clerical workers, accusing it of mob influence and mock work. It recounts Tobin’s self-regard and a controversial gift in 1942, suggesting leadership decisions benefited the machine over rank and file.
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New York
Roosevelt
Teamsters’ Union
Daniel Topin
American Federation of Labor
Teamsters
Tobin
Hitler
Miami
Fla
Rank Union
Rank and File
Language quirks and usage notes from a 19th century-ish column
A compact snippet discusses English usage and grammar examples. It idly critiques phrases like I don't think so versus I think so and explains present and above in historical diction. The piece includes a clipped airline stat about airports and a note on proper usage of presently and above.
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Aibions
Q. Hera
A. Tweediedum
Tweediedee
Merriam-Webster’s
Frank Colby
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Hull
White House
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