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Baytown Sun

Location

Baytown, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 16, 1955

Page

4

Million War Housing Units Shrink to 130000 After War

CHICAGO reports that World War II housing for workers dropped from nearly a million units to about 130000 by year end. The Journal of Housing notes postwar shifts as veterans students and disaster victims occupy remaining units and towns like Vanport City Oregon and Willow Run Michigan transition to civilian housing.

Chicago Journal of Housing Magasine National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials Hy Eg Ser Vanport City Ore Willow Run Detroit Mich University of Michigan

First Infantry Division Due Home After 13 Years

Fort Riley Kansas awaits the return of the First Infantry Division the Big Red One after a 13 year overseas tour. The unit will spread across Fort Riley and exchange posts with the 10th Infantry Division as it reestablishes home station amid familiar Kansas terrain. Maj. Gen. G. Meloy Jr will lead the division home after a long combat history from World War I through World War II and decades on Western defenses.

Fort Riley Kan 10Th Infantry Division Germany Fifth Field Artillery Battalion Alexander Hamilton North Africa Sicily Normandy Hurigen West Coast Euroape

Motor Boats Scare All The Fish Away

Fishermen along the Chenango River report gutboard motor boats scare fish away and hinder catches. After a conference, local authorities agreed to slow speeds and relocate to a more suitable area to improve fishing conditions.

Tail People Have Their Problems

Battle Creek experts discuss how height affects posture and health. Miss Mathilde Messner, director of physical therapy at the Battle Creek sanitarium, notes tall individuals face greater difficulties with balance, circulation, and chair ergonomics.

Battle Cheek Mich Mathilde Messner Battle Creek Ake Messner

Florida Proposed Satellite Launch Site and Timeline

A Rocket expert discusses Florida as a proposed launch site, citing Banana River area readiness and nearby travel plans. He predicts the voyage’s chief result will be a significant spac e effort within years after the satellite launch, noting geographic and national context.

Washington Wilkin Loy Florida Tig

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For Fit. Biltwels are scientifically made for comfort and proper fit. Soft light and flexible. For Value Your best buy for growing feet with fine leathers and durable home run slides. For Style Biliwels offer detailing and fashion touches for kids. Nylon Stretch Sox Rib knit cotton nylon reinforced at strain points resist shrinkage. White sizes 10 to 16. Multi colored verti stripe poles in cotton knit. Nylon reinforced shoulder seam and neck.

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