Our Soldiers in Ireland by Beverly Smith
Beverly Smith recounts American troops in Ballynlank Ireland living in an abandoned textile mill and estate outbuildings. A hillbilly band entertains residents, breaking down suspicions as locals cheer with a young vocalist. The article notes disciplined behavior, pride in armored units, and progress since General Chaffee’s era.
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Ireland
Beverly Smith
Ballynlank
Royal Irish Constabulary
Adna Chaffee
Chaffee
Minute Make-Ups By Gabrielle On Wartime Uniforms
The article urges service members in uniform to maintain a natural feminine look with careful makeup and grooming. A Denver photo shows the 98th field artillery battalion during maneuvers on Pike's Peak. the pack unit includes men, mules, and guns navigating a rocky ascent.
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Denver
Colo
98Th Field Artillery
Pike’s Peak
98Th
Tenant Landlord Clash Over Self Occupancy and Eviction
Paul Mintescu, tenant in Lake Bluff, reports landlord Miurescu locked doors and cut gas and water after disputes over meals. Chicago rent attorney McCarthy ruled eviction impossible for non payment while meals are provided and requires restoration of utilities before any self occupancy petition. If Miurescu seeks eviction for self occupancy he must wait six months before renting again.
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Paul Mintescu
Railroad Avenue
Sheridan Road
Lake Bluff
Chicago
Robert Paul
Paul
Miurescu
Paul F. McCarthy
Chicago Area
Miutescu
Pauls
Waukegan, Tl
McCarthy
Food Fakirs Fading From Public Diet Fad
Dr James A Tobey a New York nutrition authority says wartime conditions and the National Nutritional program have ended the food fad era in the United States. The bread enrichment program has increased the availability of thiamin and vitamin B1 by about 35 percent since Pearl Harbor.
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James A. Tobey
New York Nutrition Authority
U. S
Red Cross
Dr. Tobey
Pearl Harbor
Fun for Your Family by Miss Abbie Condit
A Western Newspaper Union release promoting home music and drama for families. Encourage toy symphonies and rhythm bands, singing, acting out songs, and simple handcrafts to build bonds, relieve stress, and boost creativity across ages.
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Abbie Condit
National Recreation Association
Longfellow
Dell
Mary
Bill
Dad
Western Newspaper Union
Notable Voices Across Time from Smith to Galsworthy
A concise roster of influential writers and thinkers includes Alexander Smith born 1830 and died 1867, Robert Owen 1771 to 1858, William James 1842 to 1910, Sidney Lanier 1842 to 1881, and John Galsworthy 1867 to 1933, outlining their eras and contributions.
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Alexander Smith
Robert Owen
William James
Sidney Lanier
John Galsworthy
Why Men Face a Clothes Makeover Says Experts
Clothing experts at a Chicago congress say male complacency in dressing will fade as shortages and social shifts boost women's roles in shops. They argue more service members may set style standards, driving men to improve as they lose car access and ego adjusts with street presence.
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WPB
Congress of Buyer’s
Chicago
Ill
America
Over 500 New Vessels Join British Naval Forces
BBC commentator H C Ferraby reports that Britain has added more than 500 warships since the war began, with about 100 ordered before and the rest new. Destroyers total around 160 in 30 months, and 190 corvettes have also been produced as part of the intensified shipbuilding effort.
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London
H. C. Ferraby
BBC Naval
Ferraby
Dominion
British and Dominion
Britain
What to Do By Phyllis Belmont
Advice on tact and consideration in handling friends and relatives. Being courteous and tempering opinions with charity earns popularity and avoids selfish tactlessness.
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Phyllis Belmont
Who Said This
The five quotes trace notable thoughts on originality perception love and identity attributed to famous figures. Answers identify who spoke each line, linking genius character and musical metaphor to distinct historic personalities.
Steps Toward Solution of the Alcohol Problem
A sermon outline citing biblical verses from Ecclesiastes Amos Romans and Corinthians. The text emphasizes moral judgment and restraint, urging readers to pursue righteousness and avoid excess as a path to temperance. It frames alcohol issues as a societal concern explained through scriptural guidance.
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Peter
Women Behind the Front Lines in Army Support Roles
A feature highlights unnamed women serving in the U S Army behind the scenes at laboratories depots and depots in Philadelphia Chicago Savannah Patterson Field Moffett Field and Fort Monmouth A call to action urges sober living among church members and leaders to curb liquor consumption and support national effort.
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Washington
Army of the
Army
Savannah
Chemical Warfare Service
Cincinnati
Patterson Field
Ohio
Moffett Field
California
Philadelphia
Chicago
Army Quartermaster Depot
Sury
Clothing restrictions aim to lift sales in wartime era
Clothing specialists forecast higher volume as WPB orders cut cuffs pleats pockets and extra features. Sales this year should top 1941 as men’s wear runs about 20 percent ahead, with savings from fabric conservation totaling millions of suits and thousands of overcoats nationwide.
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WPB
U. S. Department of Commerce
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Gilmore City
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Ledger Syndicate
Lilianne
Lilianne Gaudreau
WNU
Ay Go
L. Lundquist
D. D
The
Moody Bible Institute of Chicago
International Council of Religious Education
America IN Action
District of Columbia
Union
Nevada
I. M. Hargett
Secretary of War
Secretary of the Navy
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Christ
God
James Jeans
Lino
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Doans
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