Solons Threaten to Pass Law Limiting Size of Army
Washington April 14 War Manpower Chairman McNutt warns the end of 1942 will see most able-bodied men under 33 in the armed forces, prompting threats to halt army size. May and Kilday push for Senate approval of a bill to deferment priorities, criticizing the manpower commission. McNutt says induction would be large, citing 750 041 as the army size base. New draft rules create 3-A fathers with dependents, 3-D hardship cases, and end dependency deferments for most married men. May expects Senate approval. Kilday notes a House vote of 143 to 7 against changes. Electric-cleaned air system discussed for binocular workers.
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San Antonio
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War Department
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James Ashs Trade Pacts Renewal
WashingtonApril14 Amid reports a compromise is sought to win Republican support for the administration reciprocal trade program. Jones urged renewal showing reciprocal trade means heavier trade. Reed called it dunk the contention. Farm and tax debates touch Agriculture Wickard warned production demand may exceed goals. farm relief programs face abolition.
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Draft Boards Toughen in Farm Work Push
National selective service Office directs local draft boards to enforce work or fight rigorously, targeting dairy and agricultural workers. Letters guide men ages 38 to 45 with farming experience to shift to farming or face reclassification. emphasis on dairy labor shortages and possible waivers for those aged beyond 45.
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National Selective Service Adquarters
Lewis B. Hershey
Selective Service
Draft Figures Explain Fathers Tip For Draft Deferments
Washington reports from April 13 outline official draft deferment figures for the 18 to 37 age group. Manpower Chief McNutt cites 3,200,000 deferments across essential and hardship cases, leaving about 11 of 14 physically fit men in the pool for service, with potential cancellations later. The math estimates 23,000,000 men in the 18 to 37 bracket, about 8,000,000 rejected as physically unfit, 14,000,000 fit, and 1,500,000 farm deferments plus 1,700,000 for essentiality and hardship totaling 3.2 million.
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George Stelke Washington
Mr Nutt
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Back to the Farm Drive Gains in Bexar County
County agents report a growing back to the farm movement in Bexar County led by Rentgage residents. Farmers seek to lease or operate farms, requesting pamphlets and guidance. eight men in the cotton process plant have returned to farming within a week. A farm-savings example is given, detailing what constitutes a summer’s upkeep and crop needs. Washington notes the movement as a key reason for National War Service debates and compulsory manpower proposals.
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U S Destroys Burma Base In World War II Raid
A U S communique reports Tom fighter planes destroyed the village of Walbomi in northwestern Burma after claims of Japanese use for ammunition and supply. Akyab Bay of Bengal port was bombed as Allied air raids continued along Taungmaw Palinwa Neba junctions with patrols and reconnaissance aircraft in operation.
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Zehkaung
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Brogan Runs for San Antonio Tax Office Citing Economy
Bil Brogan, 216 F avenue, filed as a candidate for city tax commissioner. He urged economy in local affairs as patriotic and necessary for wartime, pledging efficient tax office operation, retention of capable staff, and no personal motive beyond public service. He criticized past management and highlighted needs in sanitation, water, streets, parks, and schools while acknowledging missing funds questions.
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Carrier License Bill Moves to House in Texas
Austin April 12 The carrier license bill advances to the Texas House after a strong committee vote. It proposes to extend carrier license fees for two years to counties where carriers operate, shaping local regulatory revenue.
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