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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 26, 1945
Page
3
Naval ships display coins beneath their masts, a practice tied to ancient burial rites. A recent U.S. vessel shows ten pennies under the foremast and two dimes, three nickels, and 28 pennies under the mainmast. Onboard refueling far from base demands precise seamanship during underway replenishment in rough seas.
Plant scientists say blueberries can be grown in home gardens if the soil is naturally acidic or properly acidified. In ordinary rich soil the plants die, but they flourish in soil like that of native blueberries, huckleberries, azaleas, laurels, or rhododendrons, and blueberries provide vitamin C and other nutrients.
A trainman's lantern from the 1860s featured a chest strap that kept it secure, freeing the conductor to inspect tickets and signal the engineer.
Old State San Marino in Italya claims to be Europe’s oldest state. The enclave covers 38 square miles in its historic heart.
Lark Shannon, shipwreck survivor, seeks aid from Dr Matson as Galt Withe plans escape from captors Mag and Cony. Matson agrees to aid for a price tied to Galt’s service terms while Lark’s resolve hardens amid danger and a possible voyage to Norfolk.
FBI records show a 182 percent rise in government property theft convictions in 1945 versus 1943 with 1 815 total. Cases include civilians stealing emergency gear for the navy and a captain stealing army trucks. Penalties include up to five years and a $5 000 fine.
Caldwell New Jersey reversible propellers were added to B 29 bombers that dropped atomic bombs on Japan to allow landing in shorter fields. Robert L Earle, VP of Curtiss Wright propeller division, said these planes were among the first with this system. The blades could reverse to provide braking thrust after touching down.
Washington reports fewer banking difficulties during the war than any time in history. Since May 1944 no insured bank has been placed in receivership and no depositor has lost from an insured bank closing. FDIC Chair Crowley and Comptroller Delano note national bank assets at June 30 near 82 billion dollars, up 5.6 billion since March 20, with deposits around 77 billion, up eight percent.
Social workers report more than 2,000 youngsters were cared for by the city children’s service bureau last year. The offspring of parents who failed to mature include mothers who rejected parental roles, alcoholistic fathers, lonely mothers seeking entertainment, and mothers who did not want their children.
The British air ministry announced that a Royal Air Force Mosquito flew from England to Newfoundland about 2,300 miles in 7 hours 2 minutes, shaving roughly five hours from the previous east to west record. The mission averaged 325 miles per hour, marking the fastest Atlantic crossing to date.
A note explains that baseball is widely followed in Japan, second only to the United States and Canada in popularity. It highlights the sport's strong appeal and cultural presence beyond American shores.
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