Yanks' Mine Neglect Due To Inexperience-Davis
OWI Director Elmer Davis said American troops in North Africa failed to lay minefields due to inexperience, unlike Rommel's veteran forces. He cited intelligence lapses and shifting German plans, noting such misses are expected in war and will be addressed. The remarks followed war department briefings on Tunisia operations.
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Miniature Stage Teaches Tank Differences at Fort Knox
At Fort Knox Kentucky the armored force school uses a miniature stage to show tank silhouettes from all nations. Wooden models are created from hobbyist skills then cast in rubber like metal. Officers study how curves and angles reveal friend from foe before transitioning to real tanks over Kentucky terrain.
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Illinois Legislature Opposes Roosevelt Fourth Term
The Illinois House adopted a senate-approved resolution urging opposition to a fourth term for President Roosevelt after sharp debate, marking the legislature's indirect stance on the issue.
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Two Term Limit Amendment Endorsed by Legislature
The Republican controlled general assembly backed a constitutional amendment limiting presidents to two terms with an 82 to 55 vote, joining Iowa and Michigan legislatures. Caves of perpetual ice lie beneath lava along highway 66 in western New Mexico where summer heat tops 100 degrees but ice remains unmelted.
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