War news notes fighting in the Philippines and Europe
The report discusses Japanese landings on Luzon near Manila and the threat to the Philippine capital. It notes American Filipino resistance and limited air and naval support while emphasizing Europe remains the primary focus to defeat Hitler. It mentions a Washington conference and speculation on Spain and French bases, with Petain’s possible resignation amid German pressure.
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Philippines
Luzon
Lingayen Gulf
MacArthur
U. S. Army
Manila
China Sea
Pacific
Berchtesgaden
Bavarian Alps
Europe
Far East
Hitler
Washington
Allied Supreme Council
Nippon
Churchill
Spain
Marshal Petain
Germany
Fatherland
Reds
Fuehrer
Russia
Gary Cooper to Play Lou Gehrig in New Film
Publicity chief Christy Walsh announced Gary Cooper has been chosen to portray Lou Gehrig in the upcoming biographical picture. Samuel Goldwyn formally confirmed the star casting in a Christmas greeting to sports writers nationwide.
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Christy Walsh
Lou Gehrig
New York Yankees
Iron Man
Gary Cooper
Samuel Goldwyn
Cooper Leads In Polls From Cosmo Politian Magazine and More
The six month public opinion survey shows Cooper leading polls by Cosmo politan Magazine Movie and Radio Guide and The Sporting News. The text also notes appreciation for Cooper as a casting expert and ends with a festive greeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cooper
Cosmopolitan Magazine
Movie and Radio Guide
The
Sporting News
Memorial to Father Isaac Jogues on Lake George
On a site facing 32 miles of clear water a July 1939 statue of Father Isaac Jogues stands against a granite backdrop 25 by 9 feet. Designed by Charles Keck of New York the lone figure is raised hand and explorer priest.
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Isaac Jogues
Charles Keck
New York
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