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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1943
Page
12
The quotations show price ranges from recent transactions and are not firm bids or offerings. Companies listed include Central States Elec Co, General States Elec Goes Pra ra es, Cherry-Bu Co Common, Iowa Elec Lt & Prts, and Fid al data.
Washington reports a partial revival of civilian manufacturing in 1944 as WPB and OPA plan to boost limited production of home goods. Officials cite shifting military needs and a census of 115 items to guide civilian relief, with warnings of continued controls and restrictions on luxury products and autos.
The automotive industry debates the shape of postwar cars. Engineers warn against glamorous departures, citing cost and safety limits, while designers advocate lighter materials and rear-mounted engines. Initial postwar models are expected to be conservative, not radically new.
Conveyances and mortgages recorded in Linn County from December 17 to 22 show 21 mortgages totaling 143800 dollars. The report lists conveyances and mortgages for the week compared with the same period last year.
The War Manpower Commission reports the 48 hour week has been largely effective, reducing new worker demand and easing labor markets. In iron and steel, officials say manpower needs fell by about 50 000 since last spring while other industries like non ferrous mining lumber and logging also adopted the policy.
The guide advises removing rust stains from iron porch furniture using steel wool and then wiping with kerosene on a cloth. It warns against painting over rust stains as the rust will pierce the paint and worsen appearance.
Officials say most group II areas will adopt the 48 hour week. An employer with eight or more employees may seek exemption if operations are impracticable or do not reduce labor needs or violate laws. They emphasize the plan aims to reduce labor demand and free workers when possible.
Chicago report shows 1943 fiscal efforts by states focused on prosperity and thrift. Frank Bane says states invested 1.5 billion in federal bonds and reduced indebtedness by about 1 billion, following council recommendations. All states formed postwar development and reconstruction agencies.
New York reports a narrow stock market with light trading during the Christmas holiday week, finishing with minor gains. Retail trade rises 7 to 10 percent year over year, while steel and soft coal mining dip. steel capacity falls to 93 percent, soft coal output reaches 12.15 million tons, and electricity hits an all time weekly record amid tax and policy uncertainty.
NEW BEDFORD Mass UP A thrice decorated New Bedford flyer Lieutenant Richard A Wood does not share superstition He met his wife on the 13th married on the 13th became a cadet Feb 13 1942 and earned his wings 13 months later on the 13th He lives at 13 Carrollton Heights and did not object when his 13th mission came up.
The War Production Board warns of severe lumber shortages threaten 1944 production. 1943 output fell short by about 4 billion feet, with no large timber reserves to draw on. Manpower and equipment shortages complicate supply for military truck bodies crates and overseas shipments as 1944 demands rise.
Bank clearings in Cedar totaled 2 635 181 72 for the period ended Dec 24, well above the prior week’s 2 616 911 73. The figures show a notable rise in activity and indicate continued growth in regional banking volume.
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