OPS to Lift Beef Price Lid by One or Two Cents
Washington August 23 beef price ceilings may rise by two cents per pound on many cuts instead of the planned dime cut. Officials said under the Defense Production Act, higher prices preserve normal profits as cattle by products lag and hides and tallow remain under ceilings.
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Second Ordnance Depot Chief Out at Toledo
Washington reports the Army has relieved Col. S. W. McIlwain as commander of the Rossford Ordnance Depot in Toledo Ohio after House investigators cited irregular conduct. The move follows an ongoing Army inquiry into procurement dealings with firms named by a House subcommittee and delays in overseas orders for Brig. Gen. David J. Crawford who faces reassignment from the Detroit Automotive Ordnance Center.
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Hardy
Pacific Northwest Forest Fires Rage Across Regions
Firefighters battled dozens of blazes across the Pacific Northwest and California. Washington reported 25 new fires with one at 400 acres. Oregon saw two major fires still out of control amid humidity and rain, including a Vincent Creek blaze surpassing 15,000 acres and a Hubbard Creek fire over 10,000 acres. In British Columbia, 32 fires were fought by 1,600 men. Northern California logged 75 uncontrolled fires amid lightning and dry conditions with more fire crews, including Indian fire experts and state prisoners, aiding a total toll of 634 from five days of storms.
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Killer Hurricane Blowing Self Out
Tampico Mexico August 23 The killer hurricane that raged over tropical seas all week killing more than 150 people and causing millions in damage was blowing itself out today in the Mexican mountains. The storm described as the worst in Mexico spent its final fury over Tampico yesterday. At least one person was killed and damage was expected to exceed one million dollars. Twenty seven people were officially reported injured with unverified casualty figures up to 300. Broken communications and power outages hindered casualty checks. Unconfirmed reports spoke of deaths and injuries at Sota Ja Marina about 120 miles up the gulf. The hurricane began in Jamaica last weekend and hit Tampico with winds up to 160 mph. High winds left Tampico flooded. the weather bureau said the storm would break up in the mountains. Authorities started a fund to feed four thousand homeless residents sheltered in schools and public buildings. Most of Tampico’s streets were underwater after 24 hours of rain. Repair crews worked through the night to restore lighting and communications.
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Weather Bureau
Freeze Report Spreads Through Great Lakes and Northeast
The Associated Press notes freezing conditions in parts of the Great Lakes region and northeastern states with readings near 32 in Cadillac Michigan and 34 in Grand Marais Michigan. Scattered thundershowers sprinkled Texas and Gulf hurricane rain faded over southern Texas while widespread showers hit plains, Rockies, Carolinas, and northern Georgia.
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