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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1944
Page
6
The article notes a rise in naturalization with about 3.1 million aliens now registered, down from roughly 5 million in 1940, marking the smallest alien population in 35 years. The Immigration and Naturalization Service views this as progress due to stricter admission limits and the emphasis on obtaining citizenship.
The article argues future civilian transport will favor air travel over railroads for long distances. Highway travel will remain steady for short trips as motorists explore the country. It notes airline companies are financially strong yet lack postwar reconversion plans and programs.
After Pearl Harbor American refiners boosted 100 octane gasoline from 40 000 to 200 000 barrels daily by end 1942. 450 domestic refineries and 189 projects supported by the Petroleum Administration for War produced aviation fuel for Allied forces at 500 000 barrels daily, a teamwork success of management workers technologists and government agencies.
The article notes railroads carried more for industry and military with fewer cars and workers, praising private operation and voluntary collaboration over centralized control. It cites the New York Times and argues cooperation between railroads, shippers, the public, and the armed services surpassed government dictation from the previous war, with limited regulatory authority from the ICC and the Office of Defense Transportation.
A speech extols American freedom to create and grow business. It traces the rise of express services from William Harnden’s carpet bag to the Railway Express Agency with vast networks. The passage argues preserving the right to profit from ideas safeguards national liberty and wartime contribution.
Ali M. Landon former Kansas governor and 1936 Republican nominee argues for a nonpartisan plan for foreign trade as a foundation for peace employment and prosperity. He warns against protectionism and stresses two way exchange and mutual concessions to sustain world markets and American welfare.
A Pomona Grange picnic on August 10 emphasized core values from forefathers and praised farmers and rural towns. Orator Mr. Brooks criticized political economy hazards, urged scrutiny of leadership, and recalled Grange-backed efforts like the Department of Agriculture, Extension Service, national road system, consolidated schools, and PTA origins.
The gathering calls for a definite program of work and responsible leaders to carry it out. Dr. E W Sheets highlights Grange growth across 37 states and three Grange days set for September 20 21 22 to advance farming youth and homes. Activities included music from Easton member Mr Thomas and a frog croaking nursery rhyme contest before a 5 o'clock departure.
A concise reflection on remembering wise sayings, praising the value of committing apt phrases to memory as guidance for life. The quote attributed to Sir Henry Sidney underscores the enduring utility of memorable maxims in shaping conduct and judgment.
Edward D. Wilk, a Chicago sales executive, retired due to progressive hearing loss but returned to active work after rehabilitation via modern science. He spoke to Chicago business leaders about deafness's impact, his recovery, and his mission to aid others. He authored HE WHO HATH EARS LET HIM HEAR and offers it free to the hard of hearing through Arthur Finger at 1008 American Bldg. Baltimore 2 Md.
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