Invasion Fears Grow As Van Hassek Forces Move North
Major Benning reports from El Paso that Van Hassel's troops advance from Guaymas toward the U S Pacific coast. President Tannard and General Hague assess mobilization limits and naval options, weighing abandonment of the Pacific coast and reliance on Pearl Harbor if necessary.
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Flagwill
Fourth Army
San Diego
Benning
el Paso
van Hassel
Guaymas
General Hague
Boggio
Major Benning
United States Army
White House
Panama
Hague
Benming
Walter Reed
Admiral Hunt
Pacific
Tannard
Senate
Pearl Harbor
Atlantic
President Tangard
Decision at Sea and Pacific Coast Evacuation in Invasion Crisis
The narrative follows a high level military decision as Admiral Brunn orders a northern withdrawal to Sacramento and the Pacific coast defense shifts away from San Diego. Intelligence officers, fogbound San Francisco, and a desperate Puget Sound defense unfold as Benning reports to Fort Lewis and a commando clash foreshadows a broader invasion.
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Tannard
Atlantic
Pacific
Pacific Coast
Fourth Army
Brunn
van Hasselt
Sacramento
San Diego
Hawtry
Puget Sound
Francisco
Los
Seattle
San Francisco
Bruwn
Medford
Fort Lewis
Juget Sound
National Guard
Benning
Marsh
G-2
Mobile
Aberdee
John Rand
Rand
Cascade Passes
Invasion News Reaches Flagwill Observer Benning
A plane from the 21st Reconnaissance Squadron brought Benning from Washington two days before as Flagwill observer for the looming invasion. Captain Hawtry reports chatter over the radio of heavy shelling off the Jersey coast. Hawtry warns Atlantic City could be shelled. Benning gazes ahead with hollow eyes.
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Benning
Washington
Hawtry
Jersey
Atlantic
Atlantic City
CARE ESSENTIAL IN FILLING SILO
Agricultural expert from Ohio State University explains how proper silo construction and correct moisture levels prevent silage spoilage. Pressing moisture serves as a rule of thumb to gauge readiness, with 60 to 75 percent moisture ideal for packing.
Cross stitch motifs decorate varied linens in quick stitchwork
Cors like applique appear in easy cross stitch and are set off by other quick stitchers. Artists placed these varied motifs on many linens for decorative effect.
Egg Production Facts From Texas A and M Expert
George P. McCarthy extension poultry husbandman at Texas A M outlines how feed quantity affects egg output. He notes one hen eats about 80 pounds per year with half mash and half grain. laying mash must be 40 pounds of the yearly ration, and typical rations combine 100 pounds protein supplement with 200 pounds ground home grown grains.
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George P. McCarthy
Extension Poultry Husbandman
Texas A. & M
McCarthy
Farm Notes on Agriculture and Farming Practices
The article cites 25 percent of Americans on the land driving 50 percent of population growth, notes a leaner breeding bull is better after age two, and reports the Commerce Department stopping export statistics due to war. It also recommends windbreaks with evergreens, contour farming for efficiency, and well fed poultry with growing mash and grains.
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United States
Bureau of Agricultural Economics
Wise Prayer A healthy mind in a healthy body
A concise maxim notes health of mind and body as worthy of prayer. It emphasizes holistic well being as a noble goal amid daily striving.
English Channel Conquered by Swimmers Cyclist and Walker
An English Channel crossing by swimmers set a record for speed while a man pedaled across on a paddle machine and another completed the journey on foot. The feats highlight daring endurance across the famed sea route.
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English Channel
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Panama Canal
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Agricultural Engineering Department
Ohio State University
U. S. Department of Commerce
Sewing Circle Needlecraft Dept
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Fleischmann
Collier’s
Walter Stinson
Kellogg Compans
Self Maier
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