1944

Signal Corps

Newspaper clipping

Title: Hobbies Help Rebuild War Disabled at Campo

One newspaper clipping entitled, "Hobbies Help Rebuild War Disabled at Campo," dated 1944. Consists of rehabilitation efforts at Mitchell Convalescent Hospital for returning veterans from the war.

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1943

Fold-O-Globe

Ephemera

Title: The Modern War and Reference Map

One item identified as a Fold-O-Globe patented by Gerald A. Eddy dated 1943. Contains four pages of different sections of the world showing every continent. Specifically notes the Axis presence throughout the war.

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5 May 1944

Life Magazine

Magazine

Title: American Invaders Mass in England

One photo essay entitled, "American Invaders Mass in England," dated May 5, 1944. Photographs consist of Dwight D. Eisenhower observing forces training; 100 paratroopers landing; Winston Churchill observing paratroopers with Eisenhower; and other images of U.S. soldiers practicing invading on the beach.

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8 August 1944

Fold-O-Globe

Magazine

Title: America Prays

One photo essay entitled, "America Prays" dated August 8, 1944. Contains photographs of people praying on D-Day throughout the country. Page on reverse of essay contains photo essay featuring Hedy Lamarr.

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8 August 1944

Look Magazine

Magazine

Title: Bradley - a Man Who Wins Battles

One photo essay entitled, "Bradley - a Man Who Wins Battles" dated August 8, 1944. Essay is a feature on General Omar Nelson Bradley. Contains a portrait of Bradley and photographs soldiers from the 34th Division training and serving in Europe. Also includes an advertisment for white vinegar geared towards housewives.

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8 August 1944

Look Magazine

Magazine

Title: Troop Train

One photo essay entitled, "Troop Train" dated August 8, 1944. Pertains to troop trains which move servicemen, military vehicles and weapons around the country. Last page contains an account entitled, "Jungle Adventure" written by Sidney James. This recounts the experience of four men stuck in a skirmish for ten months in Rabaul, Papua New Guinea.

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circa 1944

Life Magazine

Magazine

Title: Landing Craft

One photo essay entitled, "Landing Craft" printed by LIFE magazine. Contains descriptions and photographs of different vessels used by the U.S. military for transportation, manouevering and holding servicemen. Last page is of an editorial piece for returning men with disabilities and how to seek rehabiliation.

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circa 1944

Life Magazine

Magazine

Title: Waste Can Lose the War

One essay entitled, "Waste Can Lose the War" written by William L. Batt, an American mechanical engineer. Pertains to recycling materials that can be used to produce war supplies such as weapons, gear, spare parts and other items.

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circa 1944

Life Magazine

Magazine

Title: [Photo essay on variety of trees]

One undated photo essay featuring a variety of tree specimens.

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22 November 1942

Los Angeles Times (Firm)

Newspaper clipping

Title: Tide of Battle in Southwest Pacific Turns to Side of Allies

One newspaper clipping entitled, "Tide of Battle in Southwest Pacific Turns to Side of Allies" dated November 22, 1942 printed by the Los Angeles Times. Contains an illustration of a map showing Australia, New Zealand and Papau New Guinea with a small paragraph summarizing the Allied strategy against the Japanese army. Also refers to indigineous people of the islands of Fiji, Samao, Guam and various others as "savage tribes." Reverse side contains news covering the Allied military fighting in Europe and a column "Farmer's Market" about the Third Street Farmer's Market business highlighting Du…

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November 23, 1942

Los Angeles Times (Firm)

Newspaper clipping

Title: War May Flame Anew in Burma-China Area of Asia Fighting Front

One newspaper clipping entitled, "War May Flame Anew in Burma-China Area of Asia Fighting Front" dated November 30, 1942, illustrated by Charles Owens. Contains an illustration of a map of parts of Southeast Asia and Russia. Various paragraphs are printed over different countries summarizing recent war events. Reverse side features articles on Winston Churchill and the Farmer's Market Today column written by Fred Beck.

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17 May 1942

Los Angeles Times (Firm)

Newspaper clipping

Title: Know Your Japanese War Planes

One photo essay entitled, "Know Your Japanese War Planes" dated May 17, 1942. Contains photographs of various Japanese aircraft bombers and fighter planes such as Mitsubishi Type 96 and Tatikawa Type 95-1. Reverse side is a continuation of the Rotogravure section featuring: Douglas MacArthur arriving in Australia; the Duke and Duchess of Windsor meeting survivors of a submarine explosion; Ivy Low Litvinoff, a Russian ambassador's wife at a movie premiere; Polina Sedova, a Russian second lieutenant and pilot of an ambulance plane; and Lee de Forest inventor of the radio.

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May 18, 1942

Los Angeles Times (Firm)

Newspaper clipping

Title: Will India Be Next on the Japanese Calendar of Conquest

One photo essay entitled, "Will India Be Next on the Japanese Calendar of Conquest" dated May 28, 1942. Consists of a map of India with summaries recounting the British army fighting with the Japanese army. Reverse side contains articles related to rationing; recycling metals for war production, crossword puzzle and the personal ads.

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23 May 1942

Los Angeles Times (Firm)

Newspaper clipping

Title: Alaska Transformed Into Fortress for Carrying War to Japan and Defending Pacific

One newsmap entitled, "Alaska Transformed Into Fortress for Carrying War to Japan and Defending Pacific" dated May 23, 1942. Consists of a map of the state of Alaska and a paragraph detailing funds allocating to arming Alaska as a site of defense against the Japanese army. Reverse side contains a column entitled, "New York Views" written by George Hughes and New York stock quotations and market averages.

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September 28, 1942

Los Angeles Times (Firm)

Newspaper clipping

Title: Nazis Are Far From Taking the Real Prize of Caucasus, Baku

One newsmap entitled, "Nazis Are Far From Taking the Real Prize of Caucus, Baku" dated May 23, 1942. Consists of a map of Russia with summaries detailing fighting over Stalingrad and oil fields of Baku. Reverse page contains articles on recent film releases, and highlights of actors such as Bela Lugosi.

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5 October 1942

Los Angeles Times (Firm)

Newspaper clipping

Title: Crushing of German Industry Is Objective of Allied Bombing War

One newsmap entitled, "Crushing of German Industry Is Objective of Allied Bombing War" dated October 5, 1942. Consists of a map of Germany with legends over industrial cities. Reverse side is a page from the Oil -- Mining -- Finance page with a focus on mining work through the Southwest. One article entitled, "Phelps Dodge Morenci Mine Works Navajo" highlights how Navajo people in Arizona are building machinery for the war.

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12 October 1942

Los Angeles Times (Firm)

Newspaper clipping

Title: What Allies Face in Any Attempt to Open Second Front in Europe

One newsmap entitled, "What Allies Face in Any Attempt to Open Second Front in Europe" dated October 12, 1942. Consists of a map of England and Nazi-occupied France with legends over parts of the countries of recent war events. Reverse side are of articles focused on the Nazi army and Stalingrad occupation. Also included is the Farmers Market Today column by Fred Beck highlight produce available.

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7 December 1942

Los Angeles Times (Firm)

Newspaper clipping

Title: Here's a History of War Since America Entered Conflict a Year Ago

One newsmap entitled, "Here's a History of War Since America Entered Conflict a Year Ago" dated December 7, 1942. Consists of a globe with a timeline drawn throughout detailing how the United States entered the war after the bombing at Pearl Harbor. Reverse side is a page of advertisements.

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18 January 1943

Los Angeles Times (Firm)

Newspaper clipping

Title: Will Victory Cargoes Ride Polar Skyways to Global Fronts?

One newsmap entitled, "Here's a History of War Since America Entered Conflict a Year Ago" dated January 18, 1943. Consists of a globe illustrated over a scene of the arctic. A summary details that the map illustrates how the North Pole work as a hub for the military. Reverse side contains articles related to Nazis attempting to claim Stalingrad; the Russian army fighting over oil fields; the promotion of Sue S. Bauser, superintendent of the Nurse corpors had been elevated to one of a rank of a naval lieutenant commander. Also included is the Farmers Market Today column.

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25 January 1943

Los Angeles Times (Firm)

Newspaper clipping

Title: First Stages of an Important Campaign Are Under Way in Burma

One newsmap entitled, "First Stages of an Important Campaign Are Under Way in Burma" dated January 25, 1943. Consists of a map of Burma where the Japanese army are attempting to displace people to colonize it. Reverse side is of articles featuring news of Tripoli evacuation and skirmishes between the Allied and Axis armies throughout Europe and Burma.

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21 February 1943

Los Angeles Times (Firm)

Newspaper clipping

Title: The War Week

One newspaper section entitled, "The War Week" dated February 21, 1943. Consists of articles detailing news of war fronts and the possibility of bombing Tokyo. Center of page is an illustration of Tokyo as a target. Reverse side contains articles related to students gardening; displacement of 2 million children in China by the Japanese military and other news.

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22 February 1943

Los Angeles Times (Firm)

Newspaper clipping

Title: Nazis Being Forced From Offensive to Defensive Position

One newsmap entitled, "Nazis Being Forced From Offensive to Defensive Position" dated February 22, 1943. Consists of a map of Germany with legends detailing how the Nazi army has set up defenses around its borders and other territories. Reverse side contains articles related to war events in Algeria and the Nazi army. One article makes reference to a demarcation line prohibiting Jewish people and others from crossing. Also printed is the Farmer's Market Today column highlighting a restaurant, Castillo's Spanish Kitchen.

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15 March 1943

Los Angeles Times (Firm)

Newspaper clipping

Title: Red, Halted in the South, Push On at North, Central Fronts

One newsmap entitled, "Red, Halted in the South, Push On at North, Central Fronts" dated March 15, 1943. Consists of a map of Russia depicted pushing towards Finland, Lithuania, and Estonia. Reverse side contains articles related to destruction of aircrafts and boats of Japanese army. Also printed is a news article of Tokyo being aware of a possible bombing. Includes the Farmers Market Today featuring a cheese shop.

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22 March 1943

Los Angeles Times (Firm)

Newspaper clipping

Title: Nazis Battle to Hold Donets as Reds Smash in the North

One newsmap entitled, "Nazis Battle to Hold Donets as Reds Smash in the North" dated March 22, 1943. Consists of a map of Russia's timeline moving its front back and forth through Europe. Reverse side contains articles related to Charles de Gaulle preparing for a parley in French Guiana; release of Sarojini Naidu, activist from prison in India (she was held with Mohandas K. Gandhi); German forces in Algeria; and British Indian troops fighting against the Japanese. Also featured is the Farmers Market Today column highlighting a woman named Olive-Irene who joined WAACS and runs a pinafore shop.

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8 March 1943

Los Angeles Times (Firm)

Newspaper clipping

Title: Japs Bolstering Southern Bases in Fears of Allied Drive

One newsmap entitled, "Japs Bolstering Southern Bases in Fears of Allied Drive" dated March 8, 1943. Consists of a map depicting the Japanese army moving through New Britain and other islands off the coast of Australia. Reverse side contains articles related German forces in Algeria; a Mexican coffee company; highlight of a German newspaper accusing Americans of deterring the Vichy relations; and the repeal of anti-semitic decress in Algeria. Also included is the Farmers Market Today column advertising for hiring more farmers due to a shortage with men serviing abroad.

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