Labor Board orders 4 hour week in lumber and mining
The Labor Department notes that about 70,000 workers in lumber and mining in 12 Western states face a four hour work week with pay and half for overtime. The War Production Board, later followed by the Office of Price Administration, adjusted ceilings to cover extra costs. Harper says WMC has no control over wages and hours. price ceilings opposed for cost shifts. Local and regional authorities gain broad power under new regulations, with exemptions for small firms and specific groups.
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Office of Price Administration
Harper
Price
Prentise Brown
Noted woman author acquitted on desertion charges
A Miami Beach jury of twelve men acquitted Mina Parrott, 40, of enticing a soldier to desert, harboring a deserter, and subversive activities. The judge ruled intent was decisive, noting if the soldier planned no desertion the author could not be found guilty. The trial ended after 12 minutes amid spectators’ congratulations and defense strategy by Bart Riley.
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Uravan Pas
Wapat Prinurer
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Mina Parrott
Michael Neely Bryan
Holland
Mra Parrott
Mra. Parrott
Miami Beach
Abe
Bart Riley
Riley
Aross
Victory Gardens Expand in Dothan District Effort
Dothan officials plan to convert vacant city lots into victory gardens to boost home vegetable production. Commissioner Roanne McKinney says a “firm first come, first served” approach will distribute plots, with most residents likely to grow produce. City aims to augment local supply while supporting industrial areas.
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Victory
Coum Counsioner
Roanne McKinney
Victory Gardens
Government rationing tips aid housewives in March
The government urged housewives to plan shopping with a table showing how many kitchen measures fit within canned, frozen, or dried foods before sales begin. The Agriculture Department outlined a point budget for March, with 42 points per person for a 31 day period, recommending a two eight day periods and a seven day span.
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Washington
Agriculture Department
Office of Price Administration
OPA
Tien
Federal 48 hour week rule sparks regional appeals and job shifts
Directors in communities enforce a four hour order to manage labor shortages while Washington steps in on national differences. Workers may appeal regional decisions to the War Manpower Commission. Employers risk penalties for noncompliance and may not hire replacements. Some release workers to other plants but wage parity isn’t guaranteed. Employers with small staff may extend weeks up to 48 hours to maintain production.
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Washington
Juel
Ena
al Offweters
War Manpower Commission
Frugal Food Prep Tips From A Historic Household Guide
Practical kitchen guidance on portion sizes and storage. It advises using economical measures like cups and pints, choosing simple produce, storing canned and glass jars in dry cool spaces, keeping quick frozen foods from thawing, cooking promptly to preserve vitamins, and using all juice without waste.
States Move To Cut Income Taxes During War
A national push to relieve citizens from income levies gains momentum as several states enact or consider measures. The Associated Press survey shows four states cutting taxes by over 30 million dollars annually, with New York extending a 23 percent reduction. Governors promise further savings while legislators weigh exemptions for life insurance and medical costs. Economic arguments cite higher federal taxes and family food supplies, urging households to farm and hoard vegetables for winter need.
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Associated Press
New York
Thomas E. Dewey
West Virginia
M. M. Neely
Mississippi
Tax relief proposals sweep several states
Four states including New York and Maryland lean toward easing income taxes. South Dakota moves a repealer to the House. Arkansas seeks relief by exempting income earned outside the state. Missouri considers abolishing its income tax, about 4 million annually. New Mexico debates a constitutional amendment to prohibit income and succession taxes. Attorney General Chase calls it making New Mexico a cyclone cellar for wealthy outsiders.
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Sroy
Herbert R. O'Voner
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Cesvy
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Missouri
New Mexico
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P. Chase
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Natives Still Practice Two-Wife Exchange in Tahiti
A Tahitian report notes natives maintain a two wife exchange system within the largest French Society Is lends. The unusual custom is described as a long standing practice observed by locals and travelers.
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Islends
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