Easy rationing will continue, says OPA official
Walter E Straub, director of the OPA food rationing division, told the 46th annual convention of the National Association of Retail Grocers that the nation is in a breathing spell with rationing. He warned the period could end if supply conditions worsen and noted pork removal May 3, lamb oversupply, and that sugar must still be rationed with a total allocation under 80 pounds per person for 1944.
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Five Minute Relief For Itchy Skin Advertisement
A vintage ad touts a five minute relief for itching from eczema ringworm surface rash athlete's foot and other irritations. It promises a refund of 60 cents if itching is not relieved within five minutes and instructs where to buy Tet terine from druggists or Shoptrine Co Savannah Ga.
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Cotton futures jump to season highs in New Orleans trading
Cotton futures rose to season highs in New Orleans and New York on rumors of higher loan rates to avert Senator Bankhead’s textile escalator, aided by mill price fixing and Washington talk. July and October contracts gained about 75 to 95 cents a bale, with spot cotton in New Orleans closing 75 cents higher. Market at a glance noted firm demand from commission houses and favorable buying, while general grains and livestock showed mixed signals.
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Polish and Russian moves touch border and politics
Reports say Russia offered to moderate claims leaving Vilna and Lwow to Poland while Polish London government considers personnel changes amid Russian criticism. Delegates from Rice rally behind Roosevelt for a fourth term and a harmony driven vice president. Tugwell named as Puerto Rico delegate as a chemical note mentions soy oil glycerine for anti tank shells.
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State lawmakers urged restraint on fiscal measures amid budget concerns
Legislators urged delaying expenditure bills until the state's finances are clearly understood. As revenues lag after the war ends, governors face veto duties when spending exceeds income. Debates centered on minimum salaries for New Orleans firemen and civil service clarity. Five bills moved. one bans speckled sea trout under 10 inches and another allows married women to act for their husbands. A joint civil service study committee was proposed. House adjourned to 11 am. Senate to reconvene at 2 pm.
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Fall of Rome Seen as Turning Point in World War II
American diplomats hailed Rome's fall as accelerating the drive on Hitler's Europe and pressuring neutrals and satellites. Roosevelt prepared a 15 minute radio summary highlighting Rome's symbolic impact while Allies faced urgent tasks to rush aid to starving residents and rebuild Italy's regime under King Vittorio Emanuele and Marshal Badoglio.
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Wheat futures recover losses in late Chicago session
Wheat futures rallied late to regain some early losses, with July at 1 60 1 2, rye steady after heavy opening liquidation, oats weak on favorable crop weather. Wheat closed 1 8 to 7 8 lower than Saturday, oats down 1 8 to 3 8, July oats at 74 3 8.
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Market reacts to Rome fall as profits clip gains
New York stocks ease in late trade with investors booking profits after Rome’s fall news, while wheat dips at Chicago and cotton shows late strength. Key industrials and rail names move with mixed directions as market breadth remains cautious on renewed incentives for a rally.
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Livestock Prices in Chicago Market Report
Chicago June 5 reports saleable hogs 23 000 to 34 000 head with top hogs at 13.75 for 180 270 pounds and 11.60 12.15 for 280 330 pounds. cattle 18 000 saleable and calves 1 000 with steer run pushing bulk 15.00 17.00 and top 17.40. new high for crop paid. heifers and cows wide ranges with prime heifers 17.15 and beef cows 10.50 12.00. vealers 16.00 down.
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Prices for Potatoes Reach Mixed Market in Chicago
June 5 Chicago reports arrivals 207 on track 267 total US shipments for Saturday 916 Sunday 53 with supplies moderate. California Long Whites fetch U S No 1 at 3.94, commercials 3.85 while California Bliss Triumphs sell at 4.47, Louisiana and Mississippi Bliss Triumphs around 4.25 and 2.75–3.00. Demand varies by type with best quality California Long Whites in good demand and firm market, conditioned demand very slow and dull, while Southern Triumphs show moderate demand and slight weakness.
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Butter And Eggs Market Receipts And Grades Report
Butter receipts total 1,466,280 with grade scores 93 AA 41 1-2 and 92 A 41- 90 40 3-4. Centralized carrot figures 40 3-4. Eggs receipts 17,026 with firmer U.S. specials 34 to 36 1-2 and U.S. extras 34 to 43-4. Current receipts 30 to 30 1-2 and dirties 24 to 26. checks 23 to 28.
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U.S
Coast Guardsman Killed In Orleans Fire At Lakefront Center
A fire at the Pontchartrain lakefront coast guard center in New Orleans killed C. B. Worthen and injured another guardsman and two city firemen. A motorcycle collision with a fire engine caused Worthen’s fatal injuries en route to a naval hospital. Captain Alex Pujol of the fire company was overcome by smoke, and Lt. Joseph Mascaro suffered head lacerations as the building’s ceiling collapsed. The kitchen burned out and much of the barracks was damaged. most personal belongings were saved. Worthen’s hometown was not released.
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River station changes and river stage notes list
A fragmentary river status listing shows 24 hour station changes across Mississippi Arkansas Ohio and Tennessee, with rise and fall indicators for cities including St Louis Memphis Vicksburg Natches Baton Rouge Monroe and Chattanooga. It also notes Ecuador’s June 5 recognition of the new Ecuadorean government by Brazil.
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