Patriotism in Show Style at War Parade Idea
Patriotism booster Henry Smythe Jr leads flag waving and slogans dating to World War I. He envisions a giant Stars and Stripes waved daily from the Washington memorial and favors replays of Revere’s ride at historical shrines. He asks if Philadelphia can send the Liberty Bell on a Washington pilgrimage.
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World War II Explored in New Wide World Features Book
An absorbing new book from Wide World Features answers how America spends, grows its armed forces, and soldiers actions around the world in 1942. It delves into the tools of modern battle, the meaning of “Over There,” and the cost to win, offering scores of insights from war experts.
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Reno Marriage Boom Among Service Members
Reno county clerk Elwood St Beemer, 64, urges service members to marry for morale and safety. A surge of soldiers sailors and marines seek licenses, with two judges offering free civil ceremonies for men in uniform. Beemer extends hours including Sundays holidays and five extra night hours to handle demand, driving a roughly 33 percent rise in licenses.
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Reno Marriage Boom Draws California Couples
The Reno marriage boom attracts California couples seeking quick weddings as Nevada’s liberal laws lure thousands. Despite a three day wait and health checks in California, many marry in Reno, boosting local business while officials gain revenue. The trend mirrors wartime marriage patterns seen since Pearl Harbor, with Nevada hosting an estimated sixty thousand ceremonies this year.
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