Farm program aims for peak U S crop output in 1942
The Food for Freedom plan under Secretary Wickard targets the highest farm production in U S history for 1942. About 11 billion dollars flowed to farmers in 1941 and the program sets quotas and goals for milk eggs meat and crops while promoting soil fertility and wartime defense needs.
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Western
Union
Claude R. Wickard
Food For Freedom
Department of Agriculture
Britain
Hitler
Europe
AAA
U. S
America
Middle West
Wickard
FBI and Police Train for Civilian Defense Courses
Washington plans finalization of FBI civilian defense training for police nationwide. Hoover and LaGuardia approved FBI led courses taught by FBI instructors in multiple regions. Delegates studied English civil defense methods during 1940 and 1941 for adaptation.
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FBI
Police
Washington
Fiorello LaGuardia
John Edgar Hoover
Federal Bureau of Investigation
United States
Hoover
England
All Income Groups Will Pay New Taxes
More than 5,000,000 people outside the prior tax scope will pay income tax in 1942 per the commerce department. The FBI Civilian Defense Courses for Police, approved by Mayor LaGuardia, will train officers for wartime duties including convoying troops, guarding points, air raid precautions, noise laws, and evacuations, reflecting Britain’s wartime police emphasis.
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Department of Commerce
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Britain
Rural life cited as bastion of American values and future
The piece argues that rural communities embody authentic American culture and stability, contrasting them with urban temptations seen as leading toward inflation, debt, and social decay. It warns of looming economic and political risk, urges prudent governance, and endorses church guidance alongside renewed North American cultural ties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
Hitler
Lesson Subjects and Scriptures for November 9
A study outline lists lesson subjects and scripture texts selected by the International Council of Religious Education and used with permission. The brief notes indicate a themed lesson plan and approved materials for teaching.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
International Council of Religious Education
Life a Struggle Quote by John Burroughs
A compact reader note presents John Burroughs describing life as a daily labor rather than war. He imagines workers under sun and stars alongside fellow laborers, capable of thought song and joy while toiling on God's earth.
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Christ
God
Heb
John W. Bradbury
Paul
Satan
John Burroughs
How to Make a Slip Cover for Your Sofa
An illustrated guide describes easy steps to cover chairs, sofas and auto seats with a pin-on method using a colorful chintz fabric. The 32 page booklet explains simple lay and cut techniques, seam types, and fabric recommendations.
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Christ Jesus
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Moody Bible Institute of Chicago
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