War Production Board orders halt on most consumer durables
Washington April 2 The War Production Board will stop manufacture of most consumer durable goods by May 31 as part of two orders a civilian construction halt and a ban on steel use in hundreds of civilian articles The move covers washing machines refrigerators automobiles bicycles lawn mowers and musical instruments while food clothing and medical supplies remain largely excluded Nelson said the move aims to free resources for war needs and will lower the standard of living The government reported military expenditures jumped to 2.5 billion in March with total defense spending around 5.5 billion including armed forces pay and subsistence
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War Production Board Sets New Women’s Dress Rules
The War Production Board announced new limits on women’s clothing for the war period. Dresses may be shorter or tighter but not longer or fuller than current styles, and certain design details like French cuffs and balloon sleeves are banned. After Aug 27 retailers may not price two piece ensembles at one unit price. Wool clothing restrictions start tomorrow with cotton and rayon rules following June 19.
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Washington
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Patriot Rally Set for April 23 in Adrian
Len Awee’s eight American Legion posts plan an old fashioned patriotic rally for all county residents on April 23 at the Civic Auditorium Adrian. Principal speaker will be A. Marshall Detroit News radio commentator and war analyst. Theme is Americas Awake.
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President Differs With Nelson On Cash Bonuses for Workers
Roosevelt opposes wartime cash bonuses for fast workers while Nelson backs the plan, signaling a clash between the White House and the War Manpower Board. Amid wage debate, signs emerge of a potential near-term solution as Budgets and policy face pressure from management and labor.
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Gen Wainwrights Forces Pressured Withdraw Under Jap Fire
General Wainwrights forces pull back under heavy Japanese pressure as Allied submarines claim sunk ships in the Pacific. US undersea raiders report two submarines sinking three Japanese ships near the Caroline Islands and near Balikpapan as Dutch East Indies resistance continues. MacArthur reports on Bataan defense, Filipino resolve, and ongoing air and ground battles across the Philippines and surrounding regions.
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U S and Mexico link war efforts announced
Washington April 8 The United States and Mexico outlined a six point program to aid the U S war effort and develop Mexico's resources The plan calls for expanding Mexican industry including a steel and tin plate rolling mill increasing rail capacity building small cargo vessels with US help constructing a high octane refinery in Mexico streamlining wartime priorities and a reciprocal trade agreement Both sides plan further talks as Dr Padilla prepares to depart for New York after meetings with Secretary Welles and other officials
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Bicycle Freezing Order Extended to Larger Frames
Washington April 31 The War Production Board extended its bicycle freezing order to cover all bicycles with frames over 17 inches. The prior rule targeted frames under 19 inches and aimed to halt sales of adult bikes. An 18 inch camel back frame, suitable for adult use, and women’s bikes are now included. Children’s bikes under 17 inches remain unaffected though production was halted April 1.
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Axis May Push New Libyan Front Attack
London reports Axis claims of gains near the stabilized desert front 100 miles southwest of Tobruk. German and Italian forces may be starting a new offensive as British patrols in Libya show increased activity. Both sides cite British advances repelled in a new surge of desert fighting southeast of El Mechili.
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Rival labor chiefs unite in war pledge to stand together
AFL President William Green and CIO chief Philip Murray, former rivals, addressed a 4000 strong crowd in Pittsburgh pledging unity to support the war effort. They urged labor to "produce" for victory and defended labor against critics while condemning backbiting. The event underscored labor unity amid wartime tensions and linked broader political talks over postwar India.
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Brazil to Arm All Merchant Ships Amid Axis Threats
Rio de Janeiro reports that Brazil will arm all merchant ships and require convoys with night blackout protections after repeated Axis submarine attacks killed over 100 Brazilians and sank several vessels including the Cabedello. The anti Axis crackdown continues with arrests of Japanese and Nazi spies and a severed diplomatic break with Germany Italy and Japan.
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Russians Smash Nazi Tank Drive Near Moscow
Soviet and German clash reports from Crimea and Moscow outline heavy fighting. German attack with about 100 tanks failed to break through. 32 tanks and many casualties reported. Soviet communiqués claim large German losses and continued air warfare, including destruction of planes and vehicles.
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Townships to pay for use of Adrian fire truck
Lenawee County Rural Fire Protective Association officials and the city commission settled last night to pay 1 500 dollars a year for city firemen to operate the truck on country runs. Each township contributes according to service received: Madison 400, Adrian 300, Palmyra 175, Fairfield 100, Rome 100, Raisin 100, Dover 100, Franklin 50, Ogden about 75 pending board approval. Runs outside townships billed per incident. the remaining 100 dollars covered by insurance funds to replace equipment.
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War Profits Limit Dispute Postponed to April 16
Washington April 8 Congress, still split on how to curb war profits, postponed further talks until April 16. The Senate shifted discretionary control to the Secretary of War, Secretary of the Navy and the Maritime Commission chairman, tying the decision to the $19,212,773,260 war appropriation bill. Senate recess followed after action on the bill, delaying further discussions until late next week.
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UAW CIO Agreement on Premium Pay Waiver
A wartime note outlines labor action as the UAW CIO agree to forego premium pay for weekend and holiday shifts. The piece also reports on military updates from Luzon and Bataan, including General Wainwright’s withdrawal to prepared defensive positions amid Japanese pressure.
Precinct Wardens to Meet Thursday
Precinct air raid wardens will meet Thursday night at 7 30 in the office of LaVon EB Kaney director of civilian air raid protection in the city to discuss progress in developing protection against fire bombs. The meeting will correlate information gathered during weeks of house to house canvass by 400 wardens and plan steps for a city wide protective system. The work of instruction and fact finding has advanced and wardens have drawn maps of their territories. An open discussion will follow to share learnings and seek improvements.
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Auto workers union backs leadership in wartime sacrifice
The United Auto Workers union, a major force in America and a CIO power, approved at a stormy war conference after impassioned pleas for patriotism and industry concessions. Delegates of more than 700,000 workers in auto and aircraft plants endorsed the recommendations by voice vote to the international executive board.
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Soviet forces push across upper Dnieper in final drive
Reports from Stockholm say Soviet troops crossed the upper Dnieper in a last push to sever the Vyasma Ghatsk Rzhev bulge toward Moscow. Separately a massive fire in Acajutia El Salvador destroyed key facilities, causing about 1.6 million dollars in damage with no lives lost. In New York Brooklyn juries named 49 police officers and four lawyers in a federal inquiry into a gambling network.
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Alfalfa Bill to Ride Again for U S Senate Nomination
Oklahoma City April 8 YeI W H Alfalfa Bill Murray longtime former governor announces bid for the Democratic nomination for United States Senate seat held by Democrat Josh Lee He recalls his 1930 hitchhiking campaign and says he would travel two or three times daily if donations cover driver costs Also former state supreme court justice Orel Busby enters the Democratic race for the same seat.
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Alexandria Suffers Worst Raid This Year
Alexandria Egypt reports its worst air raid of the year as German bombers kill 52 and injure 80. Premier Mustafa Nahas Pasha declares national mourning and a public works minister visits the wounded, while an estimation committee orders quick property loss estimates for full government payment from enemy property seized in Egypt. Separately, Pasadena California records a very severe earthquake at 8 54 40 pm local time with an epicenter about 7 0 miles away and ongoing intensity an hour later.
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Legionnaires 10 Get Survey Instructions
Legion posts in Lenawee county plan a door to door survey from April 13 to 25 to assess labor skills and willingness to work in farms or factories during the war. The meeting at Legion Memorial Home on North Main Street begins at 8 p.m. Clifford F. Rice of the U S Employment Service will outline the plan, with local and federal backing and identification cards for canvassers.
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