War era phone rules spark federal scrutiny
A U.S. government push to curb long distance charges faces AT&T scrutiny as lawmakers demand a show cause hearing on price fixes amid wartime finance. Critics warn price caps could undermine investment and tax revenues while threatening war effort funding and national services.
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Bree
Isla
Washington
James Lawrente Fly
Fedeval Communications Commission
American Telephone and Telegraph Company
Ply
Lelf-Haker
Ployers
Las Louceil
Alana
Wwallas Budless
Local notices and social news from Pennington Gap area
An OCR fragment lists residents visiting, military promotions, church activities, baptist services, and community happenings. Names include Mr and Mrs Elbert, Monroe Roberts and daughter, Roy Livesay, and Rev Lov Tarlsorg. It notes Pet. Sherwin Minton’s promotion to private and a long church schedule with Sunday services and preaching at Long View Baptist and Ow Law View Baptist Church.
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Long Hollow
John Tlaynes
Dryden
Elbert
Baker
Tyler Gobb
Ben Hr
Rogernvilly
Low View Baystint
Surakty
Hedlow
Lov Tarlsorg
Leon Anes
Merihant
Mtoe
Plovd
Roberta
Roberts
Salvurday
Mtcel Check
Dongsyite
Visioner
Moura Rkobert
Tony
Receulty
Loth Baumierdhter
Schraasens
Ie Veit Tae Falery
Cera Puente
Fetatity
Unclear War Flag Question From Neighbor Island Country
A garbled inquiry asks about a flag with white bands and a red triangle and white star, suspecting Col. Fulgenvio Batista as president. It questions American war bonds and defense items, mentioning $18 75 bonds maturing at $25 each and referencing page 7 for cited answers.
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Ths
Col
Fulgenvio Batista
wartime rationing and shipbuilding feats in the 1949Corrections
The fragment cites rationing of gasoline tires sugar coffee meat butter and more to general consumers. A Navy fact notes Henry Kaisey assembling a tank landing craft in 20 minutes and a Liberty ship in four days sixteen hours, excluding prefabricated parts. It also lists numerous names and places connected to wartime notices and personnel movements.
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Henery Kaisey
Long sea battle memory as survivors recount event
A fragmented account portrays a chaotic encounter aboard a merchant ship with German forces, intense gunfire, and a perilous retreat toward safety. Survivors describe the moment the vessel sank and the tense aftermath as they near a coast village and await rescue.
Pineville Luncheon Bridge Hostess Aboard
Mrs. Jones hosted a luncheon bridge gathering in Pineville with attendees including several local residents and notable names. The event featured conversation on social engagements and club activities, with plans discussed for upcoming meetings and community events.
Unclear OCR Fragment On Local Legal Notice
Fragmentary text mentions charges fines and services with names and places partly readable. It references a legal matter, a ceremony, and a possible public notice but significant portions are garbled making specifics impossible to determine.
Mind Your Manners Oem 4 8 Detent
Training in social etiquette with practice questions and answers. The text covers greeting guests, door etiquette, postage steps, and general manners in various situations. It presents scenarios and suggested correct responses for proper conduct.
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Ian
Dro KL oD Taylor Clinic Ad in Mayo Kentucky
An OCR fragment advertises Dr K L Taylor at 2415 West Cumberland Avenue Kentucky with contact 117. It mentions medical devices and heat therapy, with garbled text about asthma stomach disorders and a no charge consultation. The ad lacks clear, coherent details.
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Dro KL Od. Taylor
Cumberland Ave
Medttosbors, Ky
Cutter
Taylor
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