Furloughs Urved for War Workers
Detroit April 18 The Reuther brothers Walter and Victor of the United Automobile Workers urge government approved furloughs for industrial workers as a curb on absenteeism and a boost to production. They favor an incentive plan and industry wide wage and price stabilization with a joint management labor government board to coordinate overall planning.
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Cotton Celny Approval May Be Withheld
Government authorities weigh price ceilings on rotten cotton and CCC sales to stabilize prices. CCC may sell up to 400000 bales per month and up to 1500000 annually at parity. opposition from industry and Food Administrator Davis cited.
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Clark Gable Promoted To Captain
London reports Clark Gable promoted to captain after serving as a lieutenant. He is in charge of a gunnery group of a bomber squadron stationed in England. As an air officer he expressed a wish to face tough assignments, with duties likely including participation in bombing raids over Europe.
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Navy Launches Canberra Cruiser at Fore River Yard
The United States Navy christened the heavy cruiser Canberra at Bethlehem Steel's Fore River shipyard in Massachusetts. Sponsor Lady Alice G pes of Washington D C, wife of Australian minister Owen Dixon, attended as the ship carries the name of the Australian cruiser Canberra noted for its wartime service near Guadalcanal. One of seven vessels scheduled to launch in Massachusetts yards.
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Rubber Electrical Conductor Found
The American Steel and Wire Company announced a rubber compound that acts as a conductor of electricity rather than an insulating material. Engineers said the compound could enable cables to carry higher voltages for X-ray machines and heavy industrial equipment.
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Cleveland
Apwuh
American Steel and Wire Company
Uta
Editorial stance on Texas child labor bills prompts warnings
A collection of editorials from the Larger Daily Newspapers of Texas oppose House Bills 275 and 3721, arguing they impose excessive red tape, risk juvenile employment opportunities, and threaten youth mobility. The Houston Post, San Antonio Express, Austin Statesman, and others warn against onerous certificates, age proof, and employer approvals, urging opposition and warning of fines. The pieces emphasize national labor strain, draft analogies, and the need for prudent policy to avoid pushing minors toward delinquency.
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San Antonio Express
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House
I Was Wrong Co-Author Attacks Child Labor Bill
The Texan co author denounces House Bill No 279 arguing it strips parents of minors under 18 of power to decide if their children may work. He frames state rights against wartime measures mandating badges or permits and cautions lobbyist driven reform. He asserts pride in Texans traditions and parental guidance.
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Beckville
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Cato
Houston
Lone Star State
America
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Houston Chronicle
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Chronicle
Parents oppose bill on child labor and youth guidance
Dallas City Council of the Parent-Teacher Association passes a resolution April 7 urging copies of the critique to Texas legislators. The editorial condemns House Bill No. 279 as flawed, calling for modification or deferral to protect parental control, youth opportunity, and family needs while warning it may raise delinquency.
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Senate
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Dallas
Editorial clash over Bill 279 from Teras papers
The Houston Chronicle and Galveston News attack Bill 279 on child labor and parental rights. They warn it overextends government control, hamper appeals, and threaten education while advocating stronger protections and local oversight for juveniles.
Bill Proposal Sees Bill 279 Shift on Youth Work Rules
The Fort Worth Star Telegram discusses House Bill 279, arguing it would expand public school control over years and raise employment age for minors. It contrasts current military service age with the bill’s timeline, urging the House to reconsider and noting potential inconsistencies in youth labor policy and state authority.
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