Face Facts on Economy and Parity in Wartime Planning
In wartime, the nation sees a possible economy of abundance through organized production aiming at a 150 billion dollar national income. Parity for farmers is urged to protect purchasing power, while labor and capital seek fair shares, requiring new bargaining mechanisms to avoid destructive economic warfare.
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Doolittle's humor and heroism shine in Ernie Pyle piece
Doolittle, head of the Eighth Air Force, is praised for bravery and humor. The article recounts his sharp stories and a pivotal moment with a loyal mechanic who urged him on after the Tokyo raid. It notes Doolittle's rise from colonel to lieutenant general and the soldier who inspired him.
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Ernie Encounters Old Friend Exiting Africa unit memory
Ernie meets Lieut Col William Profitt Sr whose hospital unit led the African invasion landing at dawn on D Day. He notes the unit’s pride and recalls Lieut Mary Ann Sullivan of Boston who served as chief nurse before returning to America after nearly three years overseas.
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Boston
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America
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