Hirohito and Naruhiko Higishi-cuni in Japan War Crimes Question
The piece discusses Emperor Hirohito’s possible involvement in wartime decisions and the likelihood of his indictment as a war criminal. It notes whether he acted with real authority, the role of General MacArthur and President Truman, and the potential impact on Japan’s postwar religious and political landscape. It contemplates deification, Shinto influence, and the future position of Christian missions amid a religious vacuum.
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Naruhiko Higishi-cuni
Hirohito
United States
Fearl Herbor
Hirokino
MacArthur
LeGrende A. Diller
Matte Ao
Oly
Truman
Japan
General MacArthur
Argentina Rebuffed by Russia in UN Diplomatic Push
Russia rejects Argentina's bid for recognition and resumption of relations, underscoring Western unity against fascist-era ideologies. The piece argues that Washington and London remain aligned with Moscow on key democratic defense aims despite tensions. It critiques Buenos Aires for repudiating Chapultepec pledges and hints at a stronger, open-security showdown at Rio de Janeiro.
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Russia
Argentina
United Nations
United States
Britain
Richard Harting Davis
Chapultepec
de Mhocracy
Washington
Rio de Jezeira
State Department
Buenos Aires
Coronel
San Francisco
World Organization
Rio de Janeiro
United States Weighs Stronger Role in Argentina Crisis
Braden, former ambassador to Buenos Aires, is now directing American policy toward Argentina. The text suggests U S action could influence opposition to the Argentine dictatorship and shape international pressure, aiming to aid the Argentine people without direct confrontation.
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United Nations
United States
Spruille Braden
Braden
Buenos
Menerican
State Department
Argentina
Our Achievement Endure in Face of Change
A discussion by Dr. Irving Langmuir, Nobel laureate, warns that the United States risks losing its pioneering incentives if it overemphasizes security over opportunity. He contrasts American dynamism with Soviet methods and urges preserving the free-enterprise spirit amid debates on National science aid and postwar policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Howe
Irving Langmuir
General Electric Company
Sam
Langmuir
Br. Langmuir
Academy of Sciences
Leningrad
Moscow
Russia
Washington
Ay Ui
End of the Road for Laval Trial Verdict and Drama
Pierre Laval faced a Paris trial for treachery, with a death penalty likely as the Nazi collaborator fled to Germany. The proceedings were chaotic with shouting, threats, and collapse of decorum, as Laval refused to appear at times, and the courtroom culture drew sharp condemnation of France’s handling of the case.
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Pierre Laval
Paris
Vichy
France
Germany
Laval's Treason Leads to Execution by Firing Squad
The article denounces Laval as an arch traitor whose ignoble role doomed him to death. It contrasts him with Petain and Gaulle, notes clemency for Persin, and states Laval will die by firing squad with losses of honor and confiscation of property.
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Laval
Mammon
Petain
Eaves
Persin
Ge Gaulle
Lavat
The Curse of Bigness and Modern Industry
A critique of oversized corporations and union power arguing that vast firms and automated systems reduce demand for labor. It warns that rigid organizations favor finance and robots over flexible, skilled work, risking widespread unemployment and slowing production.
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Brandeis
World War Era Reflections On War Limits And Daily Habits
A reflective piece notes the outlawing of atomic weapons and imagines future wars fought with constrained means. It praises high altitude flight as a notable yet purposeless feat and laments peacetime ice cream promises that may melt. It urges morning cold baths and remarks the meat supply stabilizing, altering daily conversations.
Japan’s new premier vows liberal steps under Mac Arthur
The 73-year-old Baron Kijuro Shidehara takes office as Japan’s premier amid a push for gradual liberalization of the nation’s government. The previous premier Higashi-Kuni headed a surrender era regime and resigned after missteps disbanding secret police and clumsy press handling, paving the way for a more liberal leadership.
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Japan
Washington, Star
Kijuro Shidehara
MacArthur
Higashi-Kuni
Meaning Something Waits Beyond Billions For Sugars
In the Louisville Times satire on taxation and figures, readers shrug at multibillion tax cuts while a report of 1,600,000 tons of sugar found in Java after Japanese surrender stirs imagination. The discovery promises everyday comforts like gingerbread and ham, contrasting abstract money with tangible edible value.
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Louisville
Mr. Vinson
Huckleberry Finn
Java
Amorphous Letters Reveal Amish Inquiry and Military Letter
A collection of readers letters discusses the Amish in Pennsylvania with notes on where to find communities in Lancaster Bucks and Berks counties. A separate query clarifies American soldiers in the 235th Engineers Battalion based on a misread address, noting they are on Luzon rather than Manila.
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Pep
Pat Ottes
Writers of Communications
Record
Pennsylvania
N R Newland
Colones
Pennsyvania
Lancaster, Bucks
Berks
1108Th
235Th Engineers
Congress Street
Troy
Humber
Luzon
Manila
Lee Bee
Roosevelt sought stock recovery in Elliott Roosevelts loan case
The piece argues that President Roosevelt used his office to recover 2000 shares of Texas State Network stock as collateral for Elliott Roosevelt’s debt. It cites Jesse Jones handling the collateral, internal revenue testimony, and a 1943 transfer of stock to Ruth Googins Roosevelt. The minority report alleges the move aimed to restore value to Elliott’s loan.
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Washington
Roosevelt
Joan Hartford
Elliott
Pack Elliott
Texas
Hartford
Hart Eorg
Jesse Jones
Reconstruction Finances Corporation
Jones
House
Ways and Means Committee
Mr. Ronkevelt
Algo
David G. Baird
Maxwell Bilefaxy
Cheries Harwood
The
Virgin Islands
Harwood
United States District Court of the Court of Appeals
Beta
United States
Eliott
Hollywood
Ruth Googins Roosevelt
Mr. Roosevelt
Igo
Bureau of Internal Revenue
Elijah
Los Angeles
Cho
King Features Syndicate
Dulles on Big Five Talks Reveals Hidden Differences
The article profiles John Foster Dulles as a key adviser and potential secretary of state nominee. It notes his background, influence within Protestant peace efforts, and views on transparency in wartime diplomacy. It reflects on past conferences and the need for public honesty about unity and differences among great powers.
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Washington
John Foster Dulles
London
Byrnes
Dulles
Dewey
Republican Party
Itoo
Auto Workers Split Over Postwar Strike Policy Faces Rivalry
Washington column reports a split within the United Auto Workers between B. J. Thomas and Waller Reuther over postwar strike strategy. Reuther seeks the presidency with a hard line on strikes, while Thomas favors staged action after big three reconversion. The board meeting in Flint and leaked votes show factional tension affecting union leadership.
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Washington
United Auto Workers' Union
B. J. Thomas
Jabor
Waller Reuther
Thomas
Reuter
Mim
Auto Workers Union
Reuther
General Motors
Bala
Auto Workers’ Union
Flint
Mich
Bentine
Ata
Phil Murray
The
C_ I
Auto Union
Bio Ate
Ford
Chrysler
Brg
C. Gis
Assembly
Truman
Jack
Missouri
House Committee
John Rankin
Mississippi
House
Frank Hook
Michigan
Hook
Rankin
Ellis
Understanding Ambulances and Ambulatory Terms
A reader questions the term ambulatory and the use of ambulance. The discussion traces origins from French ambulant to Latin ambula and notes mispronunciations as criticized by Brion and a pamphlet by Frank Colby debunking such claims.
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Frank Colby
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