Dictator Rhetoric Erupts Over Manpower Commission Rulings
A wartime critique denounces the War Manpower Commission under McNutt for broad powers and regimentation. The piece accuses the USES and directives of curbing labor and business, warning of centralized control and a looming dictatorship in the name of national mobilization.
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Eva
Dewey Chance Seen Narrow as Roosevelt Maintains Edge
A Chicago analysis argues Dewey could beat Roosevelt if Republican gains hold in key industrial regions. It notes varied state outlooks from Oregon and California to New York and Ohio, with the election likely decided by central and eastern industrial states. The author cites a 239 to 184 electoral split with 109 doubtful states and warns campaign clarity could swing the result.
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Dewey
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Warren
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Nevada
CIO
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Iowa
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Roosevelt
Bricker
Ohio
New York
Pennsylvania
Massachusetts
Rhode Island
New Jersey
David
Goliath
Chicago
Mississippi
Herbert Hoover
Alf Landon
Wendell Willkie
Midwestern
Labor Disputes In Eastern Area Ignite Idle 16000
The piece argues that essential workers are dissatisfied with grievance investigations and the labor board's conciliatory efforts. It notes wavering morale among strikers and warns that American troops in Saipan suffer casualties as they push for a swift end to the war.
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Saipan
National Relations Labor Board
Labor Board
Hillman
Truck and Tank Drivers Strike for Wage War Dept Decision
In France, American forces face disruption as truck and tank crews threaten further fighting until wage and hours demands are resolved. The Milwaukee Journal notes editorials warning that such strikes imperil the entire front and would be felt back home by AFL and CIO workers.
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Cherbourg
War Department
AFL
CIO
Milwaukee Journal
Forwarding Address Noted in Rome Radio Broadcast
The St Louis Post Dispatch notes a Fascist announcer in Rome revealed Radio Italia's new address as P. O. Box 417 in Turin Italy before Allied forces entered. The piece comments on meticulous Nazi aftercare and the cleanup of loose ends as war moves forward.
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Radio Italia
P. O. Box
Turin
Italy
St. Louis Post-Dispatch
Complain Convention Too Quiet Says Westbrook Pegler
Chicago July 1 Westbrook Pegler reports Republicans complain the nominating convention was morose and half whipped. He notes a contrast with past Democratic gatherings and mocks associations with underworld figures tied to Roosevelt allies.
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Westbrook Pegler
Chicago
Burom
Tradition and Change in Government Across Decades
The piece criticizes recurring political terms limits and party tenure while defending Founding Fathers teachings. It contrasts tradition with progress and notes Democrats and Republicans alike bend precedents. The author, Bugs Raer, reflects on constitutional norms and public sentiment in 1944.
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Bugs Raer
Europe
George Washington
Disraeli
Washington
Jefferson
Marshall
America
From Brother to Sister by Drew Pearson
Drew Pearson writes from Maryland after the Chicago Republican convention about party tactics and opposition. He notes Gordon Lang’s army view, describes battlefield fatigue, furlough limits, and war hardened families, and warns about platform writers shaping postwar policy.
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Drew Pearson
Maryland
Gordon Lang
Swarthmore
Johnny
Stevens Hotel
United Features
Convention Reflections on Dewey Bricker Ticket Dynamics
David Lawrence analyzes the Republican convention noting Dewey's rise, a New York and Midwest balance, and strong party unity. He covers Warren Bricker Willkie dynamics, platform evolution, and potential 1948 implications amid Roosevelt’s ongoing challenge.
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