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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1944
Page
3
Senator McKellar of Tennessee says he seeks the presiding officer post as president pro tempore for the honor, stressing no salary or car benefits influence his bid and that his only aim is to serve well if chosen by colleagues. He notes the role presides when the president is absent.
Roy B. Nelson of Minneapolis proposes a government backed program where 10 million employers would absorb one or more extras. Unemployed individuals register with local agencies under the Labor Department, with employers providing business details. An examiner reviews employers' finances, determines losses or gains from the extras, and the state may reimburse or deduct taxes.
London remains alive after the blackout with fog veiling streets and a lingering wartime mood. Americans encounter price, cab, and street life quirks while soldiers trade Paris for London brings and budget-friendly nights.
The Civil Aeronautics Administration presents a postwar program aiming to reach 400000 civilian aircraft within ten years, requiring about 6000 airports at an estimated cost of 1250000. The plan would upgrade 1625 existing airfields and add 3050 new ones, with shared funding possible from federal and local governments.
Washington dispatch notes describe a municipal police radio system proposal under debate by officials. Details outline funding, deployment timeline, and potential impact on patrols and communication reliability. Public safety officials urge timely action amid budget considerations and municipal priorities.
The OWI reports rockets are a major war innovation with rising monthly outlays. America plans to spend about 100 million dollars monthly on rocket ammunition within four months, and 12 million monthly on rocket projectors through 1945. Officials say new designs and ranges remain undisclosed and focus remains on artillery type rockets now in seven American types.
The article catalogs multiple warplanes including Army Lightning and Thunderbolt series, Airacobra and Mustang fighters, Warhawks, and Navy torpedo planes like the TBF and Bell-pioneered jet craft, highlighting varied combat roles and manufacturers.
J Pruet of Ashland Clay county is named to the legislature's interim committee on constitution and legislation. The appointment places Pruet among members guiding constitutional matters for the session.
Rep. Pruett takes over the district seat from Rep. Ernest B. Fite in Marion County as announced by the Governor Chauncey office. The move marks a change in representation in the state legislature.
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