Postwar Air Map urges towns to plan airparks and flight stops
A wartime shift to aviation prompts towns to prepare landing facilities. The Personal Aircraft Council suggests airparks for small communities and flight stops for longer gaps, with air harbors for amphibian landings. A booklet “Put Your Town on the Air Map” supports officials in planning.
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Personal Aircraft Council
Aircraft Industries Association of America
World Airways
Main Street
Don’t Wait Until Pyorrhea Strikes
Antique ad urges readers to inspect gums and teeth before trouble. Claims lettos (LETO'S) gum product cures and offers money refund if the first bottle fails. Signed by Kotzebue Drug Company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leto
That is a skyscraper says guide in Kas.
An odd remark from a guide in Lawrence Kansas prompts amused commentary as locals discuss a supposed skyscraper dream. Old Lady expresses cautious optimism about the plan and its potential success.
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Lawrence
Kas
John McCormack Dies at 61 in Ireland
The famed tenor John McCormack died at his home in Ireland on Monday at age 61. His golden voice had delighted listeners worldwide and he was mourned by fans and the music world.
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John McCormack
Ireland
Letter from General Kenney honors Darilek son with Air Medal
Mr and Mrs Ad Darilek of Henkhaus receive a letter from George C Kenney General United States Army Commanding recognizing Staff Sergeant Leonard A Darilek for meritorious achievement during aerial flights in the Pacific Area from January 6 1945 to June 25 1945. It notes sustained operational missions transporting troops and supplies in unarmed aircraft over hazardous routes and near enemy bases. The General expresses pride in Darilek and the role of American airmen in victory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ad. W. Darilek
Henkhaus
George C. Kenney
United States Army
Leonard A. Darilek
Pacific
Notice to Farmers on Prior Approval for Winter Cover Crops
All practices under the 1946 AAA Program require prior approval of the County Committee before starting. Since payments for fall seeded clover and similar crops are made in 1946, farmers must apply for approval before beginning the practice. Lavaca County ACA.
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Lavaca County
ACA
Lavaca County Issues 22 Marriage Licenses in August
Lavaca County records show 22 marriage licenses issued in August by County Clerk Charles Strauss, up from 15 the prior month. The eight month total reaches 91 licenses, compared with 100 at the same point last year.
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Charles Strauss
Lavaca County
Baby Allen Charles Anders Born at Henry Anders Home
An eight-pound boy named Allen Charles Anders arrived at the Henry Anders home in Moulton on Wednesday September 12. He is the second son in the family alongside two boys and a girl.
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Henry Anders
Moulton
Allen Charles Anders
Home From Overseas Set for Manuel Hrncir
Manuel Hrncir has returned from the European theater of war and will spend a 30 day furlough with his parents Mr and Mrs F K Hrncir.
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Manuel Hrncir
Mrs
F. K. Hrncir
Like the roses need a smeller
A whimsical verse echoes a call to send in news, comparing daily life habits to items needing companions. The piece playfully urges readers to contribute more, framing news as a basic need for the community.
Discharge For Stanley F. Cernosek Honors Army Air Forces Service
1st Lt. Stanley F. Cernosek of Moulton Texas received honorable separation from the Army Air Forces on September 5 1945 at Fort Sam Houston Texas under the Re adjustment Plan after service since February 1943.
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Stanley F. Cernosek
Air Corps
Moulton
Texas
Army Air Forces
Fort Sam Houston
Stopped Cold Keeps Distant Army Duty Questioned
A middle aged woman confronts a man on the street asking why he is not in the Army. He, past draft age, answers that he is not in the Ziegfeld Follies. The exchange reflects wartime era humor and social expectations.
Moulton Lutheran Ladies' Aid Society Elects Committees
The Moulton Lutheran Ladies' Aid Society elected the Flower Committee Rose Svoboda and Mrs. Bill Schodde Jr Sick Committee Mrs. Malvin Merrem and Mrs. Leona Merrem Membership Committee Mrs. A. H. Tyler and Miss Helen Urban Hostesses Mrs. Paul Green Mrs. G. G. Fisbeck and Mrs. Rudie Brueggman The next meeting is set for Thursday October 4 beginning at 2 30 P M.
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Moulton Lutheran Ladies’ Aid Society Meeting
Moulton
Rose Svoboda
Bill Schodde Jr
Malvin Merrem
Leona Merrem
A. H. Tyler
Helen Urban
Paul Green
G. G. Fisbeck
Rudie Brueggman
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Aviation Writers
G Res Campbell
Association
Washington, D. C
America
Aviation Committee
B Preston
Pauttale
Department of Resources and Development
Stockton
Kotzebue Drug Company
O. F. Knape
Moulton Texas
State Bank
Member
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
Joe Ducho Stand
Bauer
Wes
Kram’s. Garage
Farmall
Sinclair Products
Neeee Fehrenkamp & Sons
Moulton Lumber Dealers
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