Women buyers key to wartime farm needs and supply
The article urges housewives to align family diets with farm production, stressing that women control most consumer purchases and can curb shortages. It explains Ever-Normal granaries, crop reserves, and price protections, highlighting sugar, tea, and coffee limits, rationing, and the broad impact on 34 million households.
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Washington Rogues' Gallery and Gimme Bloc in Congress
A column reviews the Gimme Bloc in Congress and Senator Lee's draft bill amendment aimed at Army camp areas. It notes lawmakers fear roll calls, political pressure from Dry voters, and the pursuit of self preservation over national duty in a wartime climate.
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Wartime guidance on painting gutters and downspouts
The article warns that rusted gutters and downspouts threaten homes during metal scarcity. It urges thorough rust removal and painting to protect metal, noting neglect can cause holes, leaks, or collapse and describing painting as the least insurance against loss during wartime.
Corner Dressing Table With Triple Mirror Design
A vintage styling note describes a corner dressing table with a curved front to fit a triple mirror. The stool and table skirts, top shell drape, and edging are pink cotton and muslin with pale embroidery and panty frilling. Pink ribbon decorates the drape and edges the table.
Holiday smoke gift suggestions from the service store
The ad suggests gifts for smokers including Camel cigarettes in a Christmas carton or Camel Holiday House, Prince Albert tobacco, and a pound canister. It notes post exchange sales, favors service members, and promotes ready to wrap packages as festive gifts. It also includes home tips on sanding, plant moisture, and chimney leaks.
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