Water Supply Unit At Butner Equipped For Emergencies
CAMP BUTNER April 3 An army water supply battalion at Camp Butner led by Lt Col Thomas P Browne ensures pure water for vehicles animals and personnel. The 403rd can purify up to one million gallons daily using mobile units that draw source water and treat it with chlorination alum filtration and storage in canvas tanks ready for distribution to distribution points.
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Camp Butner
403Rd Engineer
Uncle Sam
403Rd
Thomas P. Browne
United States
U. S
World
Orient
Latin America
Africa
Pacific
U. S. Army
403 Battalion
Manitou Springs Man Sends 1941 Gift To Son In Manila
Lieut. William Carrithers awaited Christmas as a fruit cake and cookies mailed by his parents Mr and Mrs Fred B Carrithers of Manitou Springs Colorado in 1941 finally reached him at Gowen Field Boise Idaho yesterday after traveling from Manila.
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Boise
Idaho
William Carrithers
Fred B. Carrithers
Manitou Springs
Colo
Manila
Gowen Field
How Skip-Bombing Works in Pacific War
A simplified plane versus ship tactic developed by American forces in the Southwest Pacific under Lt. Gen. George Kenney. The method aims to accomplish critical damage with limited gear by delivering bombs from skip altitude to strike ships and installations, reflecting wartime ingenuity and practical innovation.
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Southwest Pacific
George Kenney
War Plant Uses Stunts Posters Prizes to Cut Absenteeism
At Camden's RCA Victor plant 15,000 workers were encouraged to attend and be punctual with incentives like war bonds and “early bird” kits. A publicized absenteeism drive, staffed by a Joint Management Labor Committee, reports a 3 percent rate, far below many plants. A ruler on pay envelopes warns workers of minutes lost, while management stresses supportive measures such as music, better meals, and swing-shift recreation to maintain high production.
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Marguerite Young
NEA
Camden
N. J
Dash
Delaware River
Adam
Congress
Brookington
Ind
Harrison
Lancaster
Hollywood
Cal
Boss
Poland
France
You
Roland Maslin
Sonnel
Joint Labor Management Production Committee
CIO
Bloomington
Indianapolis
AFL
Solomons
Mistake Not Fatal in Card Play Example Hand
A bridge hand discussed by McKenney warns players about ruffing the second spade with a diamond jack and timing diamond cashing. The note describes lines to force West’s king out, and outlines multiple diamond and club tricks to secure ten tricks rather than overcomplicating the play.
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Mac
West
Sunshine State Crossword Clues Summary
A compact answer key style puzzle listing across and down clues for a crossword with entries ranging from a depicted state to various linguistic and nautical terms and historic references. Includes clues for Greek letters, crops, clothing, birds, artifacts, and place names.
Jap Survivors Of Shattered Convoy Taken
Reuters dispatch from New Guinea reports Australian patrols on Goodenough and Trobriande Islands captured hundreds of Japanese survivors from smashed convoys in the Bismarck Sea. More than 100 were killed resisting. Allied airmen have repeatedly halted Japanese attempts to reinforce Northeastern New Guinea, including the destruction of a 22 ship convoy in March.
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London
Reuters
New Guinea
Bismarck Sea
Goodenough Island
Papua
Trobriande Islands
Mach
Hermit Jailed Over Six Gun Rationing Attitude
Idaho Springs Colorado April 3 A long whiskered hermit known as the Lake Gulch recluse is jailed on assault with a deadly weapon and with intent to kill charges Sheriff Harold Brumbaugh said the man Alex Anderson 53 brandished a frontier pistol over rationing and refused to show a ration book after a struggle on Main Street he declared I will sign nothing for nobody.
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Idaho Springs
Colo
Lake Gulch
Harold Brumbaugh
Alex Anderson
Anderson
Main Street
OPA Warns Against Point Free Meat Sales
Washington April 3 as housewives shop under meat point rationing the Office of Price Administration warns against point free sales amid improving stocks and reports of spoilage avoidance. OPA states regulations protect butchers facing spoilage and promises stern action against point free sales. Officials note retailers may legally stimulate sales by lowering point values with proper postings and reporting to local rationing boards. Reluctance by housewives to spend points due to unclear counter value blamed for over supply. Spices were known in China as far back as 2000 B.C.
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Washington
Office of Price Administration
OPA
Unusual royal honor for Stalingrad sword of honor
The king of England recently ordered a sword of honor to be presented to the warlike city of Stalingrad, honoring its resilience. The unusual act creates a symbol of gratitude from Britain toward the Russian stronghold amid ongoing conflict.
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England
Stalingrad
Young Bolero Dress Pattern 4371 By Anne Adams
Youthful version of the summer suit pattern 4371 offers a three piece look with a checked skirt and bolero and a contrast bodice. Available in missee sizes 12 14 16 18 and 20 with fabric yardage detailed and mail order from The High Point Enterprise Pattern Department at 243 West 17th St New York NY.
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Anne Adams
High Point Enterprise
Pattern Department
West 17Th St
New York
N. Y
Tomato Growing Guide with Varieties and Tips
Instructional note on planting and caring for tomatoes including varieties Marglobe Pritchard Rutgers transplant timing April May July spacing four feet between rows and plants staked height 30 to 36 inches fertilizer 8 to 10 pounds per bed seed depth care guidelines wilt resistance and pest control with calcium arsenate dust and removal of damaged fruit
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Marglobe
Pritchard
Rutgers
Can a gin rummy hand end in a draw
Yes, if there are only two ecards remaining face down and neither player has knocked. In this case, the players abandon their hands and deal again.
Secretary reports 500 North Carolina corporations suspended
Secretary Thad Eure announced that about 500 corporations in North Carolina were suspended for nonpayment of franchise taxes to the revenue department. He noted this year’s suspensions are below the usual level, with an average between 600 and 800.
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Raleigh
Thad Eure
Revenue Department
American Air Force Drops Over Fifteen Hundred Tons Bombs in March
London reports via Reuters from Cairo that the Ninth U S Air Force dropped more than 1 500 000 pounds of bombs on Axis targets during March. U S fighters reportedly destroyed 10 Axis aircraft, with seven probably destroyed and at least 11 damaged. Heavy bombers destroyed three more enemy planes.
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London
U. S. Air Force
Reuters
Cairo
United States
Hog Prices Hit New High in North Carolina
North Carolina hog prices surged to record highs on April 3 with state market tops from 14.85 to 15 per hundred pounds while Baltimore and Chicago quotes reached 16.35 and 16.10 respectively. Long steel yearlings also hit their highest price since 1937. ROSE TEA: Vinca roses used as diabetes remedy prompting scientific study.
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Raleigh
North Carolina
A. B. Harless
State Department of Agriculture
Baltimore
Chicago
Britain's loneliest island Foula in the Shetlands
Foula in the Shetland Islands is described as Britain's loneliest island, featuring one of the highest cliffs in the country. Persistent strong winds prevent tree growth on the rugged isle.
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Britain
Foula
Shetlands
Whales Dive Deep Beyond Submarine Pressure Limits
Scientists note that whales dive to depths far below the crushing pressures a submarine would face, illustrating remarkable adaptations for deep water. The observation highlights how marine mammals withstand extreme underwater forces.
Lost V-Mail Roll Replaced and Forwarded
If a roll of V-Mail film is lost en route to its destination, another roll can be reproduced and forwarded to complete the transmission.
Radio Program Schedule for Saturday Evening Apr 3
Eastern War Time listing for April 3 details two hours of programs. Highlights include U S Air Forces Band, The Metropolitan Opera broadcast, News and Books, variety shows, dramas, and music segments from 1:15 pm to 11 pm with interleaved news, sports, and special features. Stations include CBS NBC and local networks with multiple orchestras and guest artists.
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Nhe
Foreign Policy Forum
Cbs News
Hal Fleming
Fantasy In Melody & Orchestra
Biw
Cbs
Roy Shield and Company
Nbe
The
Metropolitan Opera
Dancing Music
Che Mutual
Air Forces Band
F.O.G
Detroit
Chicago
Liza — Nbe
Shady Valley
Washington News
Dbs
Elmor Davis
London
Cbe
Pan-America
Dbbs Dance Music Orchestra
Bia
Cleveland Orchestra
Cbhe
Navy
Alex Dreier
Lewis
Chicago Dance Orch
Newa
Frazier Hunt
Cbs Basie
Russ Brown
America
Mbs
People's
Mbe
Message of
Israel
Hawaii
Paul Lavalle
Bobby Tucker
Wbag
Arthur Hale
Abie
Roy Porter
Bia Crumit
Julia Sanderson
the Fleet
Dave Elman
Hobby Lobby
Cbhe Upton Close
Cbs Chicago
Theater of the Air
Edward Tomlinson
Bill Stern
John Gunther
Dbe
John B. Hughes
Dick Powell
Groucho Marx
War
Betty Rann
Eileen Farrell
Che
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