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Newspaper
Fredericksburg Standard
Location
Fredericksburg, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1942
Page
4
Gillespians join a nationwide wartime effort to collect scrap rubber by June 30. Citizens are asked to save tires tubes patches boots gloves rubberized clothing and many other rubber items from homes and yards to support war production and avoid gas rationing.
The article notes the United States was debt free only in 1835 and 1837, with Treasury records showing no receipts of public debt during 1834–1835 and funds on hand to meet all obligations on January 1, 1835 and 1837. It cites Levi Woodbury and the 1834 report predicting debt elimination.
A motivational piece argues politeness and gentleness help a man endure hardship. It suggests kindness reveals strength, allowing one to rise from ashes and overcome obstacles, building a tower of possibility against winds and storms.
A compact editorial line mocks angelic imagery and human vanity. It contrasts swift rumor as a social act with lifelong lessons about restraint.
The Army and Navy teamed in a one day Boy Scout fund drive with the Army totaling 195.50 cash and the Navy 194.50 in folding money plus pledges. The campaign opened at the Nimitz Hotel and finished with a shirt tail cutting as funds reached 390 to support scouting programs.
The U S Navy reports the carrier Lexington, destroyer Sims and tanker Neosho lost in the Coral Sea clash with Japan while claiming decisive American gains sinking about 51 enemy ships overall. Also notes renewed Allied offensives and home front price control measures amid World War II mobilization.
The OPA's price max rules limit prices to March levels with possible declines and require wholesalers manufacturers grocers and druggists to comply. Max L McCullough warns adjustments will continue as war economy evolves and retailers seek official guides from Dallas to solve issues.
Lester Boone of Fort Worth declares candidacy for the Texas Railroad Commission, labeling it a vital war effort and pledging an all-out administration. He notes his legislative work including the Omnibus Tax Bill, old age pensions, and the Texas Defense Guard Bill, and commits to attending all commission meetings.
The second in a series of summer play nights will be held Friday June 19 at Courthouse Park behind the Post Office Building. Parents are urged to send children to this weekly supervised recreation period. Sign War Bond Pledge Patronize your home town merchant.
A historic remark praises the Texas Rangers for riding like Mexicans trailing like Indians shooting like Tennesseans and fighting with devilish vigor. The quote underscores regional stereotypes in describing their prowess and feared reputation across the frontier era.
Wanted office girl with bookkeeping experience. Write Fredericksburg Publishing Co. Fredericksburg. 41 (25)
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