Rubber Dandelions and War Bonds Rally Citizens
During wartime Burd study notes growing popu larity of MIEPS AIDED SOLDIERS and a renewed appeal for rubber production via dandelions. The piece hints at distant places, civic pride, and a call to buy victory bonds to support national effort.
Aviation speed race and warplane evolution debated
The piece examines jet and propeller speeds, noting the Gloster Meteor’s 611 mph mark and speculating on future speeds of 150 mph above that. It highlights the long lag between design and combat use, cites Sperry Gyroscope’s R E Gilmer, and traces the A-28 Invader timeline to illustrate industrial and military development challenges.
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General Arnold
Congress
R. E. Gilmer
Sperry Gyroscope Co
Senate Military Affairs Committee
Aircraft Industries Association
Pearl Harbor
Jonz
AAF
Europe
Pacific
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