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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1944
Page
3
Monsanto researchers announced new chemical treatments enabling shineless serge, wrinkle proof suits, and razor sharp creases that resist wear after travel. They also foresee stockings that are run proof as luxury fabrics like silk and nylon return to the market.
Lockheed at Burbank reports limited production of sister ships to the record-breaking Constellation, the C-69 giant transport, for the army. Company officials disclosed Monday, confirming ongoing industrial efforts to expand air mobility.
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A tribute poem notes ribbon insignia on soldiers tunics signaling battles from Rangoon to Mandalay and service across China England New Guinea Arctic and tropics. It honors pilots sailors marines coast guards and seabees serving worldwide while stay at home citizens are urged to recognize their sacrifice.
Allied dispatch from London quotes Major Gen. Harry Sayler saying the U S army has new secret weapons for the march to Berlin. He notes a longer range gun used with observation planes and fighters, with usage against German headquarters and personnel, with some weapons already employed in Normandy and others held in reserve.
Washington AP reports ration free sales of odd lot shoes began Monday in many stores. Clearance of broken sizes and odds ends ends July 29. Dealers must cut sale prices at least 25 percent under regular prices as of June 1.
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