Price on Promises Won't Halt North Carolina Tax Debate
In Raleigh on January 27 a debate over repealing North Carolina's sales tax reveals strong Democratic support to keep the pledge despite surpluses and the emergency having passed. Advocates like Dowell argue for repeal while critics note stalled commitments from 1936 onward.
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North Carolina nine month school term eyed by Raleigh
The piece argues a nine month term will pass with support from officials and educators. It cites Rep John Umstead’s role, contrasts teachers’ pay and workload, and notes possible district opt outs. Denmark’s rural year round system is referenced as a comparative point in education policy.
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World War II arms production claim sparks budget optimism
A War Department report asserts the country manufactures enough small arms ammunition monthly to fire 83 rounds for every Axis soldier. The piece notes this is a sign of progress and envisions using a few months of supply in the same way.
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Mothers contribute to war effort in lighthearted school talk
In Philadelphia and Baltimore readers report children describe mothers saving grease and tin cans for the war, while a Raleigh correspondent hints at possible Senate candidates Gardner and Hoey, but cautions his guess may be off. The piece reflects home front morale and local political chatter during wartime.
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Debates Over Sales Tax and War Effort Across Speakers
A wide array of quotes from farmers, officials, and public figures weigh removing sales tax to aid the war, replacing it with taxes on luxuries or meals, while praising veterans and urging protections for teachers’ salaries amid wartime shortages. The collection shows varied views from Ohio farmers to Raleigh officials, and praise for national leadership.
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Farmers to Get Enough Gas Says Peter Edson
Peter Edson reports that farm truck gas rationing is easing and should be settled by March 31 1943. The Office of Defense Transportation and OPA revised rules to fix incorrect filings and allow temporary rations, ensuring farmers can move crops without shutdowns as long as supply holds.
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War Ration System Expands for Farm Trucks in UDT Plan
Italy enforces firewood and coal rationing for gas vehicles while Spain bans crude rubber without government authorization. The US economy pivots to war effort as Mexico boosts shark liver industry. ODT plans issue Certificates of War Necessity and temporary gas-ration cards for farm truck operators, with a three month cycle starting April 1 under Order No. 21, after delayed dates.
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Winchell in Brazil With the South Atlantic Commander
Winchell recounts a perilous mail flight to a Brazilian base with 14 landings in 3 days. He meets officers, a nurse, and the Admiral who urges cultural exchange and closer ties between U S and South Atlantic communities during wartime.
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