Santa Claus to get bigger postoffice in Indiana
Santa Claus Indiana to gain a $10,000 brick postoffice with over 1,000 square feet as Milton Harris and partners raise funds. Postmaster Oscar Philipps and 11 helpers handled a Christmas mail surge, with estimates of over 2,000,000 pieces since December 1. The fourth assistant postmaster general plans to send an inspector to discuss plans.
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National sponsored vacation schools open day and night in 30 cities
National sponsored vacation schools operate around the clock in more than 30 cities nationwide. The program offers daytime and overnight sessions for students and families, expanding access to educational activities across the country.
Britain finds yule shortage amid war weary cheer
London reports a Christmas scarred by rationing and shortages as the third wartime holiday arrives. Shoppers carry suitcases, gifts are scarce, prices rise sharply, and even trees and candy are tightly rationed. Despite hardship, theatres, pantomimes, and service celebrations persist to lift spirits.
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Army aviation now practical recruits urge service
Sergeant H. B. McNemar, Monroe Army recruiter, says training uses demonstrations rather than texts. He cites cutaway airplanes in seven month aviation cadet courses as proof of modern teaching methods and growing opportunities for young men aged 21 to 26 to join the Army Air Corps and become pilots while preparing for civilian careers. The Aleutian and Fiji islands are described with volcanic activity, islets and foggy winds.
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