Tucson Daily Citizen Publisher and editors listed in masthead
Local newspaper masthead lists William B. Johnson as publisher and Alex Parker as editor and notes Associated Press and United Press affiliations. Rates for home delivery and mail subscriptions are shown, with pricing in effect and payment terms. A Jefferson quote is featured at the end.
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Japan's Naval Power and the Coming War
The essay argues the United States misread Japan's naval strength, noting underestimation of Japan and the risk of a long attritional war. It warns against viewing Japan as inferior and urges readiness for a prolonged conflict if war with Japan occurs.
President Receives Wales Big Stick At Press Conference
Charles A. Hamilton 80, oldest accredited Washington correspondent, presented the President with a big stick from Wales. He jokes none have been around since Teddy Roosevelt as defense production must accelerate for wartime crisis. War demands 24 hour output with overtime bonus. sacrifice of leisure but not earnings.
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Washington Press Corps
Wales
Teddy Roosevelt
Japan
Shrewsbury
Little King Feisel II of Iraq Unaware of His Reign
Feisel II, the young Iraqi royal figure, remains ignorant of his status as king as close allies withhold the news. Reporters note his obliviousness contrasts with ongoing talks and royal ceremony plans.
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Feisel II
Iraq
National unity found in the dark after Japan attack
The piece reflects on the Tokyo raid on Hawaii, calling the carnage a costly atonement for lax defense and noting the nation’s unity born from shock. It argues the attack settled debates over wartime posture and left the U S facing decisive action without equivocation.
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Hawaii
United States
Roosevelt
Japan
Living Room For Let Lives Only In His Native Tennessee
The piece critiques Japanese conduct and diplomacy, portraying Cordell Hull's stance as a denunciation of perceived Japanese dishonesty. It argues the Ku russo mission was a cover for Pacific hostilities and condemns Japan as unfitted to govern. The text contrasts Western values with Japanese actions and notes a ban on Christmas cards in the war department.
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Cordell Hull
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Kurusu
Hallowe’en
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Pacific
Japan
Prospero
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Unpatriotic Unions Under Fire in Smith Bill Debate
The column attacks Senate delay and AFL influence over labor reform, urging open shop principles and protections against union coercion. It criticizes labor leaders, cites Wagner Act flaws, and urges secret ballots and transparent union finances to curb abusive union bosses.
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McCormick
House
Frances Perkins
White House
Mr. McCormack
Baer Facts Pack Oddities and Archaic Terms
Arthur Baer presents a quirky daily rundown of obscure terms and curiosities. The items cover geckos, vintners, ship parts, ancient calendars, and peculiar historical notes, highlighting oddities in language and lore.
Profits and secrecy loom in defense era findings
The Washington Naval Affairs Committee will publish a report revealing large profits by shipbuilders and defense firms, plus startling labor union finances. Union assets totaled about $73 million as of April 1 1941, with the United Mine Workers a major beneficiary.
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House
Naval Affairs Committee
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Carl Vinson
Georgia
Vinson
Roosevelt plan hints at seizing French bases in the Americas
In Washington, Roosevelt contemplates moving to seize Martinique and French Guiana if Vichy shifts favor toward letting Hitler use French bases. The piece argues wartime pressures push drastic measures and cites financial and political strains in the U S government.
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Give Rommel to Churchill A Christmas Present
British forces reorganize for a decisive strike to crush Rommel in Libya. The plan bets on Navy and Army joint action to cut supply lines to Benghazi and Tripoli and pressure Rommel within two weeks.
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Tax levy targets broad use tax wider than others
A $5 yearly use tax is aimed to be collected from more American citizens than any other levy. The item discusses potential collection and scope, noting its wide reach and practical implications for taxpayers nationwide.
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