War Food Administration warned of farm acreage gaps and machinery shortages
Senators forecast a surprise from the War Food Administration as farmers may plant less than expected due to scarce machinery and labor. WPB officials insist production will cover crops with uneven schedules, noting variable machine needs and upcoming repairs as farmers must focus on equipment maintenance.
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Ude
War Production Board
UNRRA
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England
Germany
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Repair Needs Highlight War Era Farm Machinery
A WPB survey shows 1943 repair gaps with 42 percent of mowing machines and 42 percent of combines needing service while 13 and 8 percent respectively went without repairs. Indiana reports cooperative shops aiding speedy fixes amid broader labor and material shortages.
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WPB
Indiana
Agricultural College
Casting notes and rising stars in early Hollywood
Virginia Vale surveys child actors and adult stars shaping 1940s cinema. Jim Jr. coaches his lines for CBS Big Sister. Fernando Alvarado, ten, boasts fifty speaking roles. Wild Bill Elliott earns Red Ryder lead. Anne Shirley’s kiss scene is done with eyes closed. Helen Holmes returns to sets. Blackie the cat appears in The Falcon in Mexico. Rhapsody in Blue moves forward. Will Rogers, Audubon, Marilyn Miller and others billed. Carlo Ross gains Steelmakers radio fame. Hildegarde’sBeat the Band charm noted as Charlie. Beatrice Kay set for Gay Nineties debut. Ingrid Bergman tapped for Gaslight pin-up. Jolson to produce Burlesque remake. Flynn returns for Objective Burma Road to Utopia.
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Irene Dunn
Ingrid Bergman
Metro
Errol Flynn
Warner Bros
Burma
Utopia
Bob Mustache
DIY floor seal and repair tips from a home guide
A recap of mixtures and methods for reducing concrete dust with water glass, caulking for leaking tanks, economical shower receptor options, dealing with oil stains in wood, finishing a new maple floor, and fireproofing paper with boracic acid and borax baths. The guidance stresses proper materials, safety, and professional help where needed.
Pineapple Daily Crochet Pattern No 5186 Order Ad
Instructions offer complete crocheting directions for Pineapple Daily Pattern No 5186 and request 16 cents plus name, address, and pattern number. Note war conditions cause slight delays for popular pattern numbers and orders should be sent to the listed address.
Army publishes extensive language guides for overseas troops
The army now publishes 23 military dictionaries 26 general purpose dictionaries and 38 phrase books and language guides for soldiers stationed abroad.
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