Postwar effect of Victory plant surplus on civilian industry
Leman outlines three remedies to aid the trade as surplus machinery floods markets. He notes that most war tools are single purpose and cannot shift to peace production, while competition, labor disputes, and foreign demand shape postwar strategy. He cites Russia and Western buyers, with China and India showing notable orders and Asia’s needs.
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Albert Leman
Victory
Recon
New York
Rome
Auto
Russia
France
Italy
Holland
Belgium
China
India
Chungking
Asia
England
St Joseph Aspirin Ad Claims Fast, Strong Relief
An advertisement urges consumers to ask for St Joseph Aspirin claiming it is the fastest and strongest option with the slogan worlds largest Seller et 108 and asks why pay more for relief from headaches and aches.
Six Million 4-Fs Available For War Three U S Aces A Winning Hand
Six million fighter aircraft may be available for World War II effort as top US aces push toward new records. Eddie Rickenbacker’s 26 kills stand challenged by Maj. Joe Foss and Maj. Boyington, with Capt. Richard J Poplar and Capt. Robert S Johnson among others tied closely behind. Russian ace Alexander Poklyshkin is listed with 53 planes, and British pilots push toward double figures in a race of aerial victories.
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English
Eddie Rickenbacker
Marines
Joe Foss
Pacific
Maj
Foss
Sioux Falls
S. D
Boyington
Okanoagan
Wash
Rickenbacker
Eastern Airlines
Bong
Richard J. Poplar
Wis
Robert S. Johnson
Lawton
Okla
U. S
Walker Maurin
Fort
Ney Red
Donald A. Aldrich
Gr A. Walsh
Brooklyn
Baron Manfred von Richthofen
An Molders
Breslau
Brendan (Paddy) Finucane
Revel Air Force
Recen
Italy
Lance Wade
Ariz
Mediterranean
Alexander Poklyshkin
House Group Seeks Fast Action on 4-F Induction Plan
A House military subcommittee awaits official reaction to a plan to move 6 million 4-F men aged 18 to 45 into essential jobs or face induction. Lawmakers seek immediate legislation after Easter recess to control 4-F labor, with the army and navy ready to deploy if workers refuse. Selective Service may reprocess 4-Fs to assess who falls under the new work in industry rule.
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William F. Arbogast
Washington
House
National Tool and Die Manufacturers’ Association
Costello
Dcalif
Army
Navy
Stimson
Inter-Agency Committee On
Selective Service
Pe. Costello Asd Legislatioon
Styria News Column Covers War Talk and Local Chat
Casual Comment by W A Bivins debates war strategy and German moves in Europe, noting a large Hitler reserve in Ukraine and sidelined divisions while American airmen prank with “sleep wrecking” stunts against Nip targets. The page also includes reader letters, garden queries, and a Swiss treason case report from Bern dated March 31.
Cochrane Foundation Receives Court Award in Pa Trust
The Cochrane Foundation of Ireland gains $1,098,386 from the estate of late Charles P. Cochrane founder and Philadelphia rug manufacturer, as ordered by the Montgomery County Orphans' Court in Cheltenham Pennsylvania.
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Cheltenham
Cochrane Foundation
Oeland
Montgomery County
Orphans’ Court
Charles P. Cochrane
Cochrane
Philadelphia
Homes Approved for Sailors in Port During Stopovers
Congress rushed action on a naval shore works bill to provide temporary housing for sailors and their dependents during port stopovers. The Senate authorized rental housing limited to 60 days for transient personnel as it completed a $1,644,373 measure.
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Washington
Congress
Senate
Moone's Emerald O11 Promises Quick Foot Pain Relief
A vintage medical pitch touts Moone's Emerald Oil as instant relief for tender inflamed feet and odors. It claims rapid comfort, the end of soreness, and a money back guarantee, with Mann Drug Stores selling large volumes annually.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moone
Mann Drug Stores
Wart of Air Raids on Tokyo Reported Urgent
A U S government radio broadcast said air raids on Tokyo are truly urgent and civilians must defend the city. The report cited eastern defense officials noting all those in the capital are involved in Tokyo's defense efforts.
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New York
Tokyo
U. S
Broacast
Eastern Defense
Children Campaign Aims to Aid North Carolina Disabled
In Chapel Hill Miss Eycutt of the North Carolina League pledges funds for Children as it conducts its annual campaign. The league reports 62 687 North Carolinians are disabled by accidents with 16 000 of them under age.
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Chapel Hill
North Carolina
Misseycutt
North Carolina League
Trade Disputes Rise Sharp in January, Weighing Workers
In January there were 214 trade disputes affecting 90,000 workers and causing the loss of an estimated days of work. The figure underscores rising labor unrest and its impact on production.
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