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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1944
Page
4
A London report notes U S soldiers in Great Britain spent only 26 percent of their pay in April, a nine month low amid a thrift campaign. Funds go into insurance, war bonds, bank deposits and family allotments. The issue reflects shared wishes for higher pay and thrift.
Census officials say war has not raised death rates among military age men. They estimate deaths in service since Pearl Harbor would have occurred in civilian life anyway, and note better care in the Army and Navy offset 47,605 service deaths. Civilian male deaths remain higher due to age and 4-F status.
A wartime appeal notes 20 million Victory gardens produced 10 million tons of food and 4 billion cans last year. With more soldiers overseas and liberated territories needing food, the call is for 22 million gardens, bigger and more productive, working all summer into fall. The hoe is an honorable weapon.
America stresses well earned vacations while urging people to stay local due to gasoline and tire shortages. Citizens are urged to explore nearby natural beauty and community spots, renew old acquaintances, and rest after a lengthy work period before returning refreshed to duties.
Marquis Childs argues that labor unrest threatens U.S. democracy and warns against Nazi style intrigue in unions. He cites April 1944 strike data, stresses the need for disciplined leadership, and cautions that ongoing turmoil could erode wartime gains and fuel postwar conflict.
Dr W A Womer, city health superintendent, discusses child quarrels and adult disputes. He notes that quarrels are common, often forgotten, and that learning to adjust differences is essential. He urges teaching children to face consequences of starting quarrels.
A concise reflection cites Isaiah 11 9 proclaiming that no harm will occur on the Lord's holy mountain and that the earth will be filled with the knowledge of the Lord as waters cover the sea. It frames a message of universal peace and divine wisdom.
A collage of wry one liners and quips on life money love and everyday folly Abbreviated jokes reference Burglar tales and domestic scenes with a mix of social jests and light sarcasm Illustrative bits include a joke about anti noise drives and a cash heist in a restaurant ice box
A collage of short lines includes a math gag about eggs on a table and desk, a quip on crime like shoes, a dentist pun about natural teeth, a joke about a rare volume, and a jab at busy doctors suggesting exercise for reducing.
The bride asks if gloves are needed for an informal afternoon wedding. The guidance says gloves are not required with informal attire but completing the ensemble with three-quarter length gloves is recommended to match three-quarter sleeve length. The maid of honor should also wear gloves.
A discussion on youth centers urges more local centers for high school youths with student led standards, adult sponsorship, and subsidies. It emphasizes safe hours, trained leadership for ages 10 to 14, and cooperative support from schools, churches, and civic groups to provide wholesome recreation and curb delinquency.
In a feature on art and celebration, poets and artists craft a living blossom motif named dogwood to adorn fashion and decor. A Father’s Day campaign by the National Fathers Day committee and the U S Treasury promotes a Father Bond Drive ending June 18. Senator James J Davis and ex Governor George Hearle serve on the committee.
A postwar world perspective outlines a proposed union for domestic workers and its potential impact on labor rights. The piece notes political contexts and broader social goals influencing organizing efforts.
In Looking at Life the writer critiques wartime labor strain and proposes future unionization and wage scales to protect both employers and workers. The piece contrasts postwar idealism with harsh realities, and recalls letters from soldiers describing homesick wishes for hot dogs, potato salad, pets, and family. It also highlights Maria Martins’ sculpture exhibit and the appeal of South American women.
Max McCarthy, a Chicago native at Deshon General Hospital, recalls fighting in North Africa and Sicily where he earned the Purple Heart with three leaves and the Distinguished Service Cross. He expresses a wish to join the invasion despite severe wounds. The piece notes the hostility toward veterans deemed neurotic after discharge.
The tale features former Judge Joseph R. McCarthy of Appleton as an intelligence officer who accidentally fired his plane’s machine guns during a dive bombing run with Major Glenn L. Todd. The burst hit a Japanese plane and ground targets, though credit remains unofficial and McCarthy is not listed as a combat flyer.
Advice for women and sweethearts facing a soldier's departure or induction urges restraint and composure. It counsels avoiding tears if possible and to give the serviceman space, presenting a calm farewell aligned with wartime etiquette.
The saying cautions parents to guide children along the path they wish them to follow. It emphasizes modeling the moral and practical directions they seek in youth.
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