What we fighting for by the Allied nations warning on policy
The piece argues for a clear wartime purpose beyond negative stances, urging Americans to support Four Freedoms and the Atlantic Charter. It notes suspicions about Soviet intentions, calls for clarification of U.S. aims, and promises upcoming proposals from seasoned statesmen. It also mentions U.S. aid to Moscow and inflation issues in China affecting local aid programs.
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Germany
Wilson
Hitler
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Preston
Moscow
Washington
Baltic States
Poland
Balkans
Soviet Union
United Nations
Stalin
Red Army
Italy
Volga
China
New York
Chiang Kaishek
Congress to face home front issues after Easter recess
Washington reports that upon return on April 12 Congress will tackle tax reform veterans benefits subsidies and price control as pivotal issues likely to affect reelection. Bills on G I benefits mustering out pay and a bonus proposal attract attention while subsidy and price controls spark renewed debate.
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Washington
Congress
Senate
House
Ways and Means
Arm
Navy
OPA
OWI
Coe Prole
California Legion backs woman draft plan in California
The American Legion in Southern California approves selective service for women aged 18 to 45 and the induction of all eligible women into the armed forces. A resolution was passed by 219 posts across Los Angeles Santa Barbara and Ventura counties.
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Hollywood
American Legion
Pittsburgh Chemist Develops Postwar Gas From Farm Wastes
Dr E Berl of Caltech outlines a method to convert farm wastes into a crude gasoline fuel using an internal combustion cooker that leaves a diesel-like jelly. He claims the process could supply vast fuel for cars if commercialized, with potential global shifts in energy supply.
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Pittsburgh
U.S
Howard W. Blakesler
Associated
American Chemical Society Today
E. Berl
Ca Institute of Technology
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Berl
England
Africa
Tropics
United States
Donald F. Othmer
The
Polytechnic Institute
Brooklyn
Hmer
Equal Pay Momentum Grows Across War Workforce
Washington reports that war labor pressures push for equal pay as women enter previously male roles. Mary Anderson notes wage gaps shrink where contracts curb sex-based pay, with unions and agencies endorsing the principle and states passing laws. Rose Resotte and Ruth Young emerge as leading women in unions. yet disputes linger over dues, attendance, and representation. About 2,250 plants have raised wages for 59,500 women under wartime orders.
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Washington
Mary Anderson
Women’s Bureau
United Electrical, Radio and Machine Workers of America
Uermwa
CRO
AFL
Army and Navy
War Labor Board
Illinois
Michigan
Montana
Rose Resotte
New York
International Ladies Garment Workers Union
Ruth Young
Newark
Electrical Workers
Miss Anderson
WLB
Lindsay Cows Set Production Record
Two Lindsay Holstein cows on the R. O. Lindsay estate set records with over 550 pounds of butterfat in 365 days. Iorna Inka Ormsby produced 16 298 pounds of milk at age 3 years 8 months, more than three times the national average. Lindsays Lorna Ormsby produced 551 pounds butterfat and 16 607 pounds milk in 365 days. Testing was supervised by North Carolina State College with the Holstein-Friesian Association of America.
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R. O. Lindsay
Holstein- Friesian Association of America
Lindsays
Iorna Inka Ormsby
Lindsays Lorna Ormsby
North Carolina State College
Holstein-Friesian Association of America
Radio Schedule Almanac Highlights Evening Lineup
A dense rundown lists Monday April 8 radio programs across Eastern Wet Time. It catalogues Captain Midnight sketches, dramas, news reports, songs, sports, and orchestras including Captain Tim Spy Story and Horace Heidt & Gis Orchestra. The schedule notes time slots from 15 minutes to several hours, featuring news commentaries, serials, and musical variety segments.
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Tim Spy
Dancing Music Orchestra
Jeri Sullavan
Jack Armatr
Biu
Volney
Lowell Thomas
Henry J. Taylor
Fred Warings
Horace Heidt
Gis Orchestra
Fulton Lewis, Jr
N Sultican
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Noenger
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Army Air Forces
Kaltenborn
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America
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Abner
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Wingten Borg
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Doe
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Biondiekswood
Terry
Sabath Probes Army Officers Idle in Cockpit Lounges
Rep Adolph Sabath launches a one man inquiry into claims that 30 000 army officers are idle in cocktail lounges and swivel chairs. He aims to question Secretary of War George Marshall and other officials to learn officer numbers stations experience roles and how such officers are kept in service amid demobilization. Bolivia history and British Museum founding year are noted in parenthetical lines.
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Washington
Adolph Sabath
D-Ill
Army
Sabath
George C. Marshall
Brehon B. Somervell
Primary May Make Or Break One Or More Possibilities
The Associated Press reports the Wisconsin primary looms large for both parties while observers scan Maine through California for signs in the race. Willkie, Dewey, Stassen and MacArthur could split 24 delegates, with Dewey leading among expected picks. Woodring resigns as Democratic committee chair amid intra party tension. Democrats seek to adjust national convention timing due to primaries in California and Texas set for July 20 and 22 respectively.
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Maine
California
Wisconsin
GOP
Wendell L. Willkie
Thomas E. Dewey
New York
Harold E. Stassen
Minnesota
Douglas MacArthur
Willkie
Frederick FE. Schuster
Trenton
Fae
Wille
N. C
Dewey
North Carolina
Devents
Harry H. Woodring
American Democratic National Committee
Roosevelt
Texas
Sam Rayburn
Dallas
Robert E. Hannean
Animal known as lumberman engineer and builder for sangeet
The question asks which animal is known for roles described as lumberman engineer and builder in the phrase sangeet. The riddle links animal traits to construction and music contexts, inviting identification of a single species tied to both carpentry and musical terms.
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Sangeet
Etiquette Hints Reflect War Time Fatigue
A short commentary notes that the refrain Don't you know there's a war going on? has worn thin. It argues for lighter, practical social conduct as citizens cope with ongoing conflict and daily life amid wartime constraints.
Horoscope for April 4 birth date forecasts ambition and growth
The horoscope notes high ambition for birthdays, urges resilience after disappointments, and predicts rapid business growth and success in government, military, and literary affairs. It highlights new friendships, travel, and a talented child likely to excel in arts, diplomacy, the army, or law.
One Minute Quiz Answers
The beaver answers the riddle. The creature has no eyes. The whiting asked the snail in a Wonderland scene.
Bucknell professor interrupted by trainee over Hornet sinking
In Pittsburgh on April 3 an incident highlighted a new hazard for professors. A Bucknell University professor reading a Hornet sinking account as an example of clear writing was interrupted by a navy trainee who asserted I was there.
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Pittsburgh
Bucknell University
Navy
Headaches and Neuralgia Relief with BC Formula
Advertising copy touts BC as quick relief for agonizing headaches and neuralgic pains. It claims BC also eases muscular aches and functional periodic pains and acts as a sedative for simple nervousness. Mentions 10c and 25c sizes and directs medical consultation if pain persists.
Skin of Young Baby Special Sensitivity
Dr. Clendening explains infant skin in detail noting its larger area relative to weight, higher sensitivity to temperature and moisture loss, and need for meticulous care. He covers diaper rash, skin folds, heat rashes, eczema, impetigo, ringworm, and practical advice on baths, drying, talcum, and clothing choices.
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Logan Clendening
M. D
Diet Guidelines From Historic Menu Listing
A fragment outlines a daily menu with breakfast items including apple sauce, shredded wheat, milk. lunch of a peanut butter sandwich and a grapefruit salad. and dinner with a frankfurter, vegetables, toast, and gelatin dessert. It notes no sweeteners or creams in several items.
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