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Newspaper
Marshall Herald
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 10, 1944
Page
6
Columnized weekly briefing from Western Newspaper Union notes mayoral efforts to counter enemy pressure in the Philippines and Nazi influence in Holland. Editorial disclaimer states opinions reflect WNU analysts, not the hosting newspaper.
Headlines describe fighting in Holland near the Schelde as Canadian and British units press to clear Nazi positions and open the Antwerp port for Allied traffic while U S and British forces attack from Metz to the Vosges. Red Army advances threaten Hungary and Budapest as German defenses slow the steams of invasion.
Pacific fighting widens as U S troops crush into Leyte Island securing three air fields and advancing toward the Leyte valley. Japanese counterattacks fail as U S carrier air power shells their ships near Samar and the San Juanico straits while Tacloban falls and landings press along the Leyte coast.
The War Production Board authorized nearly 800 plants to manufacture 152 million dollars of civilian goods over the coming year. Articles include automotive parts, building materials, harvesting machinery, appliances, furniture, and church supplies, with large increases in steel, brass, and aluminum use while textile controls persist postwar.
The hurricane battered Cuba and Florida destroying 50 to 75 percent of grapefruit and 20 to 30 percent of orange crops. Observers estimate cane damage could yield about 200000 tons of sugar. Citrus exchange directors urge immediate higher price ceilings. Machinery and refiner warehouses suffered damage in Cuba.
The National Geographic Society describes the Philippines as a sprawling group of over 7,000 islands with a population nearing 17 million. Covering more than 115000 square miles, its terrain includes lush forests and numerous mountains some up to 9000 feet, many volcanic.
U S soldiers including veterans confronted AFL pickets twice in three days at the North American Aviation bomber plant and a liquor store decoration site. Pickets’ placards were torn and a flag removed amid wartime labor tension as war production cutbacks displaced workers and cancellations neared $980 million, while expansion kept others employed.
Two couples tour Acoustics Cavern at the Broombuzz Hotel area Niagara Falls. A towheaded corporal and his bride discuss a future with a paid-for cottage and golden anniversary while an older couple recalls their own wartime hopes. The Smiths reflect on love and life as the group exits together.
National safety authorities warn that about 29 of every 100 farm accidents involve tractors and machinery. Key precautions include tight clothing, no loose sleeves, women operators switching skirts to trousers, brakes and guards in good condition, neutral gear before starting, no riding inside buildings, no grease with engine running, shut off engine to refuel, no smoking during refueling, idle engine before refilling coolant, and cooling the engine before radiator work to prevent scalding.
Extension poultry specialists advise rapid action when chickens lose appetite to curb losses. Stop dry mash for two days, then feed a molasses wet mash twice daily for two days, followed by limited dry mash and daily molasses mash. If appetite returns, resume grain on day six. if not, continue the fourth day plan. To make the mash combine eight pounds mash with one quart molasses.
The Ponte Vecchio in Florence is celebrated as a world famous bridge. Artists and writers have long depicted it and visitors cherish memories of Italy’s Renaissance city. The medieval bridge now blends market stalls and workshops with goldsmiths and lapidaries lining its sides and front shops.
The article notes 49 large ocean tugs, 195 footers of the maritime commission V4 M A1 type, built in six yards and now on duty. Each carries two Diesel engines totaling 2,250 horsepower and can stay at sea up to 75 days with proper water use, signaling wartime versatility.
Belgium is a small European country with 40 miles of North Sea shore yet inland reach about four times farther. Its irregular borders touch France and the Netherlands like cogwheels. The land steps from dunes to a polder belt, then sand, loam farming, coal industrial zones, and ends near the Ardennes.
Farmers are urged to apply proper methods to heal gullies and improve fields. Dairy notes compare butterfat yield to feed costs, stressing income differences. Seed sales curb weed seeds and testing is advised, while feeding dairy concentrates is deemed wasteful. tests show ground grain yields and milk output differences.
State of Illinois Clark County in Probate County Court Marshall Illinois. In the matter of Mae Spraker deceased. Edna Crumlin John S Wells and Unknown Heirs at law are notified that on Monday November 6 1944 the executor will present his final report to the Clark County Court and ask to be discharged from further duties. He may be present and resist the application. Jesse Spraker Executor S M Scholfield Attorney Marshall Illinois. Advertisement 43 2
A Marshall man reports relief from gas bloating and constipation after using ERB-HELP. He says meals no longer cause stomach fullness and acidy spitting, and bowels are regular for the first time in years. The ad touts 12 herbs cleansing bowels and liver and kidneys. Benson Drug Store advertised.
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