Philippines Eyes Return as Allied Forces Readiness Grows
In cautious assessment the article notes Allied naval power and Philippine units ready to reclaim the islands. It cites resistance from collaborationists and nationalist factions, and urges swift steps to relieve famine and disease while planning a restored commonwealth amid ongoing guerrilla efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Douskis MacArcher
Li Ie
Jao
Tye
Imay Pino
Suez
Wiese
Luzon
Additio
Philippines
Sergio Osmene
Nationalist Party
Osmene
Commonwealth
Philippine Islands
Fill
Ace Smail
Dewey and Dumbarton Oaks in postwar policy clash
The piece argues Governor Dewey offers a nonpartisan, frank approach to postwar settlements, contrasting with President Truman’s perceived politicization. It credits Dewey and the Dumbarton Oaks talks with removing partisan poison, noting Hull and Dulles exchanges as progress and praising Dewey's leadership in safeguarding democratic decency.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dewey
Marshall
King
Staf
H Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Hui
Spi
Hull
Dulles
Dumbarton Oaks
Dambartort
Unjust Double-Standard Policy in War Production
The article argues a double standard in wartime policy as Pennsylvania and West Virginia mines face government seizure after strikes. It criticizes delayed pay raises for supervisory workers, union organizing by John McAlpine, and the War Labor Board’s failure to avert seizures, blaming bias against labor while enforcing penalties on management. It cites United Mine Workers actions and the administration’s inconsistent handling of labor disputes in the mining sector.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania
West Virginia
United Mine
SBS Oh
Fter
United Mine Workers District 30
John McAlpine
T Hen
John L. Lewis
Unio
National Labor Relations Board
United Mine Workers
Iaer
Iz McAlpine
War Labor Board
WLB
McAlpine
Bowles
Chester Bowles
Byrnes
Janay
Steel
Presidential
Judneé Sam Rosenman
Sig Textile
Eanning
Srocen
Chester
Stell
Stratecul Steel
Bernard Baruch
Xote~h Bowles
Marvin Jones
Lagging Supplies Slow Patton’s Third Army Toward Germany
Lagging supplies keep General Patton’s Third Army within sight of Germany, delaying the drive from France. Cherbourg remains the least useful major port, while Brest and other seaports resist capture, forcing landings to rely on offshore shipments. The front reports show German lines densely defended as Allied forces push ahead, highlighting supply chain and shipping hazards that hinder progress toward Germany.
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Patton
Germany
France
Cherbourg
Brest
Eisenhower
Chexbourg
Thei
Bulgaria Faces Russian War Declaration Dilemma
Russia declares war on Bulgaria triggering strategic implications as forces aim to trap remaining German troops in Greece Bulgaria and southern Yugoslavia amid tense regional shifts and ongoing military maneuvers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russia
Bulgaria
Greece
Yugo
Bulgarians back German war effort and seek peace with Allies
The article analyzes Bulgaria's stance in World War II, noting its alignment with Germany, Moscow's swift war move into Romanian territory, Tito’s denunciations, and Bulgarian attempts to reach an armistice with Britain and the United States. It highlights Bulgaria’s strategic policing roles in Yugoslavia and Greece, its panicked move toward peace, and the sense that Bulgaria backed the wrong horse in backing Germany. It also comments on postwar social views and the brutal logic of occupation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Slavia
Britain
United States
Yugoslavia
Moscow
Teader
Tito
Red
Stalin
Russia
Great Bri
German Reich
Busgaria
Easiow
Soviet Union
Agron
Finland Signs Armistice Terms After Four-Year War
Current Comment analyzes Finland’s acceptance of prelim inary armistice conditions with Russia. It notes potential partial independence and heavy indemnity, possible return to former borders, and Finland’s possible future Soviet ties. Stalin’s tolerance and US concern over Finnish-German alignment are highlighted as pivotal factors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russia
Finland
Stalin
United States
Hult
Roosevelt
Gustav
Sweden
Germany
Balkans
Year of the Tomato and Victory Garden Boom
Historians may recall 1944 as defeat of Germany or the Year of the Tomato. The Victory garden surge floods Washington homes with tomatoes in every form from baked to stewed, fried, stuffed, and canned. The record warns of endless harvests and an impending frost ending the bounty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Washington
Victory
Returning Veterans Warned About Phony Prospects
A statement from Commander Angelo Feoli of the Albany County Veterans of Foreign Wars warns veterans of misleading schemes to exploit benefits and cash from war savings and pensions. He urges vigilance as officials compile lists of those entitled to federal aid and asks civic groups like the Red Cross to aid veterans in readjustment after discharge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Veterans of Foreign Wars
Angelo Feoli
Albany County Council
War Service
The
Red Cross
J. HA
Cotton Goods Problems in Trov Editorial
In a Sept 4 letter from Trov, the writer echoes FL S Strickland critiquing public use of cotton goods. They oppose high prices for furniture coverings at 31.25 a yard and question the scarcity of dresses. The writer urges practical reuse and expresses disgust.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
FL S. Strickland
France Must Impose Law Not Mob Rule
Amid liberation elation, a Washington article cautions France against mob justice and urges civil or military trials for accused people. It cites Senate debate on France, cautions against coddling De Gaulle’s followers, and notes a Grenoble dispatch describing six youths executed for bearing arms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
France
Europe
United States
Unie
Hull apologizes over Cuban lunch seating error in Washington
Secretary Hull personally apologized for an invite mistake at Blair House during a White House luncheon for President elect Grau San Martin of Cuba. The incident centered on omitting Gustavo Moreno, future Minister of Public Works, despite urgency from Ambassador Spruille Braden. George Summerlin and others blamed protocol lapses, with Moreno eventually staying and Hull pressing for formal apologies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Hull
Blair House
Grau San Martin
Cuba
Sengior Gustavs Moreng
Eryearoki
Curtis Dall Yr
Gustavo Morexo
Dolly Gana
Alice Longworth
George Summerlin
State Department
Summertin
White House
Spruille Braden
Gesarvo Moreno
Bradeo
State Departments
Pa’ Watson
Pa” Watson
FLD
Public Works
Cordell Hull
Gustavo Moreno
Gray
Roosevelt
United States
Machado
Grau
Waling
Republican
New York
Herbert Brownell
Dewey
Warren
California
Baldwin
Connecticut
Green
Illinois
Rep
Dirksen
Poss
Brownell
Sidney Hillman
C LO
Massachusetts
Saitonsta
Everett Dirksen
Tilinoig
Congress
Old Orchard
Maine
Presidents Who Served in Congress Quiz
A clipped quiz asks which presidents were in the House or Senate, names those who advanced from the Senate to the White House, and cites presidents who left the Senate for Confederate or state legislatures. It covers ten questions with references to earlier and later presidents and a note to see Page Nineteen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
House
House of Representatives
U.S
White House
Senate
Confederate Congress
Virginia
Aseers
Bennington Battle Half Dollar Commemorative Note
The Coin Corner notes the Bennington Battle half dollar minted 1927 to honor the 1777 American victory. Ira Allen of Cornwall and later Vermont is highlighted as founder and leader, with his struggles and later political sway. Specifications show 40 031 minted, 42 892 melted, 33 142 surviving. Auction details and a request for information follow.
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Bennington
Coronel Baum
New Hampshire
Stark
Ire Allen
Cornwall
Conn
Ethan
New Hampshire Granta
Vermont
France
Ira Allen
Favaston Curreacy
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Dretent
Mervig
Bere
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Beth Vee
Frasca Loters
Sorester
Haraia
Secertary
Prvaie Crams Exchange
Dewey and Dumbarton
Paris
Newark News
Washington Star
Mauldin
United Feature
PAL
Record
Albany, Seni
the Record
Record News
Pathers
Troy
David Lawrence
Bushfeld
South Dakota
Executive Council of the International Security
Ator Connally
Senate Foreign Relations Committee
Great Britain
de Gauke
de Hes
Newbold Noyes
Grenobie
Merry
Drew
Pearson
Draw
Petain
Pele
Hitler
van Bent Cexden
Charles
Brench
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