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General Douglas MacArthur assumed personal command today of all American and Philippine forces in Manila combating an all-out air and land assault against the Philippine capital and bastion of American defenses in the Pacific. Reports from Batangas, about 60 miles due south of Manila, stated that American troops have repulsed all Japanese attempts to secure a foothold in that area, and have inflicted heavy casualties upon the Japanese. A Japanese expeditionary force numbering from 80,000 to 100,000 men has been moved to the Lingayen Gulf, and has approached the southern Manila coast with a a force approximately half that large.
Wake Island has apparently fallen to the Japanese after a heroic 16-day defense by a garrison of U. S. Marines. The Navy announced today that communications with that coral-studded isle have been lost, and that the capture of the island "is probable." Guam was taken by the Japanese on December 13, and with the fall of Wake Island, the only remaining American outpost in the Pacific between the Philippines and Hawaii is Midway Island.
Pope Pius XII called today in his Christmas message for "a new order of liberty and justice" in which wars are abolished and all nations share the wealth of the world. Speaking from the Vatican to a worldwide radio audience, the Pontiff declared that the present war is not the result of "the failure of Christianity," but is instead the work of those who "left the path of Christianity, and revealed a religion without soul and a soul without religion."
The war has failed to dampen the Christmas spirit in Brooklyn, with the rush and bustle of last minute shopping continuing unabated, and the prevailing attitude one of concern for others. Thirty thousand civilian workers at the Navy Yard have offered to work without pay thru Christmas Day in order to ensure that the Government's shipbuilding program is not interrupted. Fifteen hundred bags of toys for needy children were distributed from Brooklyn Police Headquarters by the Police Athletic League. The toys, accumulated over the past several months and those in need of repair were refurbished by policemen and WPA workers so that they might be ready in time for the holiday.
Holiday travel reached its peak today as railroad terminals, bus stations, and airports were swamped across the city. Every possible rail car has been pressed into service by the New York Central and Pennsylvania Railroad systems, and the New York, New Haven, and Hartford line said that 1200 additional coaches and 500 additional Pullmans are in use for holiday travelers. At LaGuardia Field, 78 additional flights were scheduled, although 40 of the 48 flights scheduled up to 9:30 this morning were canceled due to inclement weather.
(A small and rather spindly little tree sits on a table, illuminated by a single string of lights, as Joe puts on his coat to go to work. "I lef' Leonora's present undeh t' tree t'ere," he says. "It's one'a t'em rubba dolls. T'ey're gettin' hard ta get, but I know a guy at Davega's an' he put it unneh t' counteh 'till I c'd pick it up. It's one'a t'em dolls she c'n chew on." "She ain' got no teet' yet," notes Sally. "Well," says Joe, "she c'n grow inta it." "Don' go eatin' no big meal in none'a t'em all-night lunchrooms 'a nutt'n," reminds Sally. "We gotta be at Ma's house at 2 t'marra." "Yeah, I won' f'get," replies Joe, as Sally gazes out into the cold Bensonhurst night. "Merry Chris'mas." "Yeah," sighs Sally. "Merry Chris'mas.")
(And once again, we turn to Fitz for the voice of reason. Pitcher, coach, responsible dad, theatre critic -- if LaGuardia resigns, let's make him mayor.)
The Brooklyn Eagle, in keeping with its annual custom, will not publish tomorrow, Christmas Day. Mr. Schroth and all his staff wish all their readers a happy holiday.
Statewide rationing of rubber tires may begin January 5th under a plan now under consideration by Governor Herbert H. Lehman, with Mayor LaGuardia to determine the method of administering the rationing program in the city. Under the Governor's plan the basic operation of the program will be under the supervision of local defense councils, which will pass judgement on applications for new tires. Only essential vehicles will be permitted to purchase new tires, including service trucks, public carriers, and vehicles operated by doctors and law enforcement agencies.
President Roosevelt and Prime Minister Winston Churchill will preside together over ceremonies lighting the national Christmas tree this afternoon on the White House grounds. An audience of 30,000 persons is expected to witness the ceremonies in Washington, with the remarks of the President and Prime Minister to be transmitted worldwide by radio.
(And you can join them here --
(Even in times of global crisis, it's comforting to know that there's still things you can count on.)
(Yeah, that's exactly the kind of thing Vallee would do. And if you look at the cut in the Half Moon Hotel ad, you'll note the terrace roofs, upon one of which Mr. Reles met his fate.)
(And even though the Eagle will not publish tomorrow, watch this space for a special Day By Day presentation!)
(Use It Up, Wear It Out...)
(A two game winning streak! Go Amerks! And Fitz had an .889 percentage in 1940, so nertz to Elmer Riddle.)
(Sparky wouldn't make the cut at the Brooklyn Navy Yard.)
(Jo always looks a gift horse in the mouth.)
(C'mon, Mary, get her to play Santa Claus.)
("Over the river and thru the woods...")
Wake Island has apparently fallen to the Japanese after a heroic 16-day defense by a garrison of U. S. Marines. The Navy announced today that communications with that coral-studded isle have been lost, and that the capture of the island "is probable." Guam was taken by the Japanese on December 13, and with the fall of Wake Island, the only remaining American outpost in the Pacific between the Philippines and Hawaii is Midway Island.
Pope Pius XII called today in his Christmas message for "a new order of liberty and justice" in which wars are abolished and all nations share the wealth of the world. Speaking from the Vatican to a worldwide radio audience, the Pontiff declared that the present war is not the result of "the failure of Christianity," but is instead the work of those who "left the path of Christianity, and revealed a religion without soul and a soul without religion."
The war has failed to dampen the Christmas spirit in Brooklyn, with the rush and bustle of last minute shopping continuing unabated, and the prevailing attitude one of concern for others. Thirty thousand civilian workers at the Navy Yard have offered to work without pay thru Christmas Day in order to ensure that the Government's shipbuilding program is not interrupted. Fifteen hundred bags of toys for needy children were distributed from Brooklyn Police Headquarters by the Police Athletic League. The toys, accumulated over the past several months and those in need of repair were refurbished by policemen and WPA workers so that they might be ready in time for the holiday.
Holiday travel reached its peak today as railroad terminals, bus stations, and airports were swamped across the city. Every possible rail car has been pressed into service by the New York Central and Pennsylvania Railroad systems, and the New York, New Haven, and Hartford line said that 1200 additional coaches and 500 additional Pullmans are in use for holiday travelers. At LaGuardia Field, 78 additional flights were scheduled, although 40 of the 48 flights scheduled up to 9:30 this morning were canceled due to inclement weather.
(A small and rather spindly little tree sits on a table, illuminated by a single string of lights, as Joe puts on his coat to go to work. "I lef' Leonora's present undeh t' tree t'ere," he says. "It's one'a t'em rubba dolls. T'ey're gettin' hard ta get, but I know a guy at Davega's an' he put it unneh t' counteh 'till I c'd pick it up. It's one'a t'em dolls she c'n chew on." "She ain' got no teet' yet," notes Sally. "Well," says Joe, "she c'n grow inta it." "Don' go eatin' no big meal in none'a t'em all-night lunchrooms 'a nutt'n," reminds Sally. "We gotta be at Ma's house at 2 t'marra." "Yeah, I won' f'get," replies Joe, as Sally gazes out into the cold Bensonhurst night. "Merry Chris'mas." "Yeah," sighs Sally. "Merry Chris'mas.")
(And once again, we turn to Fitz for the voice of reason. Pitcher, coach, responsible dad, theatre critic -- if LaGuardia resigns, let's make him mayor.)
The Brooklyn Eagle, in keeping with its annual custom, will not publish tomorrow, Christmas Day. Mr. Schroth and all his staff wish all their readers a happy holiday.
Statewide rationing of rubber tires may begin January 5th under a plan now under consideration by Governor Herbert H. Lehman, with Mayor LaGuardia to determine the method of administering the rationing program in the city. Under the Governor's plan the basic operation of the program will be under the supervision of local defense councils, which will pass judgement on applications for new tires. Only essential vehicles will be permitted to purchase new tires, including service trucks, public carriers, and vehicles operated by doctors and law enforcement agencies.
President Roosevelt and Prime Minister Winston Churchill will preside together over ceremonies lighting the national Christmas tree this afternoon on the White House grounds. An audience of 30,000 persons is expected to witness the ceremonies in Washington, with the remarks of the President and Prime Minister to be transmitted worldwide by radio.
(And you can join them here --
(Even in times of global crisis, it's comforting to know that there's still things you can count on.)
(Yeah, that's exactly the kind of thing Vallee would do. And if you look at the cut in the Half Moon Hotel ad, you'll note the terrace roofs, upon one of which Mr. Reles met his fate.)
(And even though the Eagle will not publish tomorrow, watch this space for a special Day By Day presentation!)
(Use It Up, Wear It Out...)
(A two game winning streak! Go Amerks! And Fitz had an .889 percentage in 1940, so nertz to Elmer Riddle.)
(Sparky wouldn't make the cut at the Brooklyn Navy Yard.)
(C'mon, Mary, get her to play Santa Claus.)
