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Newspaper
Patoka Register
Location
Patoka, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1945
Page
2
A fleet of new street cars in Atlanta, Georgia, now equipped with refrigerating units marks the first time passengers can enjoy air conditioning. Also, dairy advice urges cows to take a rest period of six to eight weeks to maximize milk production in the next milking cycle.
A kitchen method to prepare cough syrup using sugar or corn syrup and Pinex. Mix 2 cups sugar with 1 cup water or use honey, then add 2% ounces Pinex into a pint bottle for a family supply. Claims include fast relief, soothing throat irritation, and money-back guarantee.
Western Newspaper Union analysis notes that resolving oil workers pay could steer postwar reconversion policies. It also highlights base limitations on consumer credit and examines broader economic shifts likely to follow.
Labor Secretary Lewis Schwellenbach moved negotiations over the oil workers strike to Washington as union and company offers clash over a 30 percent vs 15 percent raise. The New York elevator strike disrupts business while postwar Japan plans economic reform, breaking up four great houses and promoting civilian production along with labor and agricultural organization. Postwar trade talks foresee US-Japan exchanges to aid Nippon’s recovery, with Japan seeking exports of silk and porcelain, and the tire industry eyeing 12 million tires by year end despite shortages.
The government ended all credit controls on building renovations and relaxed loan rules for services and non essentials. The 12 month repayment for washing machines and other goods remains unchanged due to popular demand and supply limits. OPA warned easing could boost prices, while financing groups say restrictions hurt low income buyers and price stabilization may rely on control.
Farrell Peron led crackdown after abortive coup and rising protests. Congress blocked a 26 week unemployment aid extension, halting federal aid to states. AFL head Green and CIO leader Murray denounced the move and urged a broad labor drive.
Army search teams of five soldiers comb battlefields in Europe and the Pacific for personnel listed as missing. One soldier speaks the local language and teams cover about one and a half square miles. Information on missing personnel is consolidated to speed investigation.
Washington Digest B A U K H A G E outlines Henry Wallace as secretary of commerce unveiling a three part program. It aims to revitalize commerce like agriculture, cost estimated around 161 million dollars, tied to President Truman’s reorganization and Wallace’s book Sixty Million Jobs.
The piece satirizes Berlin union members amid war demands noting six month post declaration of peace, comments on the White House repainting after the war, and laments a dramatic drop in horses and mules as land shifts from animal feed to feeding people.
The article notes that only about 60 to 70 percent of wool used in the United States is produced domestically, with the remainder imported. It discusses implications for industry and pricing.
Shirts can be washed easily if soaked in lukewarm water for 10 minutes. Use enough soap in wash water to make two inches of suds. Brush thick suds into soiled sections of neckband and cuffs. If possible, wash shirts in soft or softened water. Use lukewarm water for colored shirts, hot water for white ones. Rinse at least twice.
The wrong fuse size endangers wiring and can cause insulation damage or fire. For standard lighting, do not use fuses larger than 15 amperes.
The shoe maker advises washing white shoes with soap and water before applying whiting to improve the finish. Remember to wash the shoelaces as well, especially for baby shoes.
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