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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1944
Page
3
The article advises using a tan makeup base and a rose shade powder for a radiant look on brunettes and sun-tanned blondes. Apply base thinly with lotion, powder generously, then seal with lotion, blot, and reapply as needed. Extend the routine to neck and shoulders and apply rouge before powder for smoother blending.
On Saipan the final Japanese defense collapses as thousands mass in mountain passes to block American advances. Army and Marine units push through pillboxes and caves along the western coast while civilians huddle in mountains. air and sea forces strike Japanese bases as the invasion nears its end.
London reports three weeks of steady bombardment intensifying hatred for Hitler and the Nazis, with Londoners showing grim determination. The piece notes fewer crowds, boosted shelter use, theater closings, and a resilient wartime cadence as citizens endure yet hope for relief, while the buzz bomb dominates fear and personal danger.
Two Alabama noncommissioned officers receive awards for meritorious flying in the Southwest Pacific war theater. Lt. Gen. George C. Kennedy, commander of the Far East air forces, announced the honors for Gant U. Lai and others from Town Creek, Alabama, detailing their service in the campaign.
The text notes that barber surgeons performed medical procedures in Europe up to the early 1700s, reflecting a transitional period in medical practice where barber trades overlapped with surgical duties.
A 17 gun salute will greet General Charles De Gaulle on arrival in Washington with full military honors. He will be escorted by top military leaders to the White House for a reception and tea, and will stay at Blair House during talks with President Roosevelt through Saturday.
At Jefferson Barracks Missouri the 732nd railway battalion learns to operate supplies in combat zones using toy electric trains and big locomotives taught by veteran railroaders. De Gaulle arrives for a four day mission to bolster US French ties and will meet President Roosevelt in two conferences amid ceremonies and goodwill shows. Initial talks aim at easing relations and paving concrete arrangements between the two governments and the French National Committee.
A list of judges including Julian Ha John A. CaddeH S A Lynne and James H. Crow Jr is mentioned as attending a social evening. The group plans to return after a night of unrelated activities.
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