How Many Occupational Troops What the postwar force shape may be
The piece argues over the size and composition of Allied occupation forces in Germany and Japan. It cites Eisenhower’s estimate of about 400,000 for Germany, contrasts current 2.3 million there, and discusses keeping militarized zones under control until remnants of warlike spirit and weapon production are gone. It notes Germany and Japan require long occupations, with Britain France Russia aiding in Germany and Japan’s reform through civil education, and mentions civilian life after service and recruitment incentives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Japan
Eisenhower
Britain
France
Russia
Sural
Pat
America
Welch
Rman
Tion
Army
Navy
Volunteers Wanted to Build Forces for Occupation and Peace
The piece argues for widespread voluntary military recruitment to sustain occupation troops in Japan and Germany, replace veterans, and support future global leadership. It notes selective service as a fallback, growing enlistment drives for 17 to 30 year olds, and promises education, experience, and patriotic duty as incentives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Japan
Germany
Army
Navy
Let's Get Down to Earth on Economic Forecasts and Policy
A commentary criticizes Secretary Vinson and the full employment bill, arguing that national income cannot sustain a doubling of postwar levels. It urges realistic projections, less New Deal forecasting, and freeing private enterprise from impractical restraints to achieve maximum employment. The piece cautions against overreliance on war-era gains and notes broader postwar economic restraint and global tensions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dalg
the Treasury
Fred M.vinson
Senate Banking Committee
Vinson
Beal
German reparations and postwar penalties debate
The piece argues that Germany must accept a lowered standard of living, strict industrial controls, and profit sharing with victors to repay war debts. It maintains that reparations are unavoidable and warns Germany will resist while outlining a four part plan: accept reduced living standards, allow limited industry, pass profits to victors, and share excess raw materials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Singable Anthem Critique and National Song Reform
A Wisconsin student argues The Star Spangled Banner is unsingable for most voices, warlike in theme, and not fit for a peaceful nation. He suggests three paths: leave it, revise it, or replace it with more singable, countrywide anthems like America the Beautiful or God Bless America, possibly ending with a shift toward other tunes over time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hll Kent
Wisconsin
Kent
Anacreem
England
Bavaria
Europe
New England
Mr. Kent
America
Charles
John
Don
Letters and poetry queries spark editorials in The Record
Readers of The Record submit questions on anonymity in letters and quoting poems under copyright. They seek guidance on daylight saving time, army sizes in World War I and II, and foreign ambassadors. A wartime-warner tale about a coordinated race relation incident is recounted with a reflective white servant’s remark.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anamrer
Hunger in Japan Evident as War Strain Persists
War correspondent James D. White surveys postwar Tokyo, noting widespread hunger and shabbily built shelters. He reports inflation, farmer desires for consumer goods, crippled transport, and demobilized soldiers fueling social tension. He warns of potential unrest as occupation continues and food shortages persist.
President Truman’s daughter faces press amid Independence clash
Washington by Merry Go Round notes are swamped with GI mail pressuring for faster discharges as Congress debates Army figures and policies. It cites age and points data inconsistencies, Marshall’s stance, and a plea for furloughs. Margaret Truman’s refusal to pose for National Geographic photos sparks local friction in Independence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Congress
U.S.A
Truman
Dewey
Army
Congressional
Marshall
U.S AL ~ Agais
tSe
Lecora
Japan
Ruskia
Lee
Misa Margaret Truman
Chamber of Commerce
Independence
National Geographic Magazine
Missouri Resources Commission
Jefferson City
National Geographic
Wallace
Margaret
Delaware Street
Demagogic Debate Across City Minorities and Politics
A reviewer traces recent New York controversy over Senator Bilbo and a Latin woman’s letter, denouncing Bilbo’s insult to a Spanish Italian phrasing while noting reactions from O’Dwyer Mead and Goldstein. The piece criticizes Mayor LaGuardia’s use of minority appeals and contrasts Bilbo’s style with LaGuardia’s. It ends noting Bilbo’s long political career and references ongoing column continuation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wwew
York
New York
Theodore Gilimore Bilbo
Mississippi
Dayo
William O'Dwyer
Jonah Goldstein
James Mead
Permhocrst
Bilbo
Miselsippi
Websters New International
United States
Americat
Ainquestionaby Bilbo
Fiorélfo HL LaGuardia
Bishop
LaGuardia
Es LaGuardia
The Big Inch and Little Big Inch Pipelines Explained
In wartime Texas crude moved to Atlantic refineries via two giant pipelines. The Big Inch from Longview to Phoenizeville and the Little Big Inch from Baytown to Port Neches to Pennsylvania defined industry naming. A pamphlet debunks pronunciation myths and offers a free copy by mail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
Atlantic Seaboard
Longview
Great East
Poole
Phoenizeville
Pennasivania
Baytown
Port Neches
Prenk Colbdy
Also Mentioned on This Page
Teutons
Babit
Prussia
Berlin
Admiral Halsey
Hirohito
Ree U. & Put Offs
Writers of Communications
Record
A. B
Troy
Colasta
Hoosick Falls
Hisimar Procope
Orhan H Erol
Carlos Martins
Charles Bruggmann
Berta
John Laws
Richard Kavanaugh
Eugene Cowles
Finland
Turkey
Brazil
Bulgaria
Switzerland
Chuck Halprty
Fin
the Record
Mistah
Philippines
Schaghticoke
Evangeline
James D. White
MacArthur
San Francisco
Tokyo
Imperial Hotel
Fartiers
Pera
Formosa
Burma
Manchuria
Bambo
The
Army Department
Fair
Westbrook Pegler
Baal
Atwaya
By Frank Colby
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!