Defense mobilization study shows differences from 1940s needs
Assistant Defense Secretary W. J. McNeil outlines why U S mobilization is slower today. Navy shipyards expanded, private yards ready, mothballed fleets, and steel capacity higher reduce demand. Aircraft carriers, submarines, and new weapons face modernization and shortages. Army camp construction is not as necessary, but tanks and new 35 inch bazookas remain scarce.
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Peter Edson
NEA
Washington
Jan
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United States
Ajl Navy
Atlantic Ocean
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U S Defense Procurement Plans Face War Schedule Questions
The United States built air and naval power from scarce wartime beginnings to a robust postwar force. Congress authorized 810 million for procurement this year with over nine billion in contracts, while a supplemental 8 billion boosts activity. Major controversy centers on scheduling and the possibility of a third world war, with executives urging plans assuming potential conflict by July.
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United States
Air Force
Congress
Washington
Shelp
Economy at War: Broad Plans Split on Military Build Up
The Nation debates converting land industry to full war production with a $50 billion budget. One view warns of a costly stockpile forcing postwar reconversion and economic tailspin. the other favors a gradual capacity build-up to meet any emergency without severe shocks.
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Congress
Washington
Cattle and Calves Bring High Prices at Woodsboro Sale
Dairy cows sold up to 300 a head at Woodsboro Live stock Sales weekly auction. Prices listed include butcher heifers to 26 per cwt and stock bulls up to 140 a head. Also reported are hogs, chickens, lard, and miscellaneous items. Washington reports President Truman appoints Bertha Joseph to the International Development Advisory Board, noting her Baltimore roots and prior government roles.
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