Nation seeks half million unskilled war workers
Washington August 1 1943 a labor shortage of unskilled workers for war industries is reported. The Federal Employment Service will recruit workers through state boards to fill quotas for plants employing over 100. Exemptions include farm labor and nonwar establishments. Private agencies barred from recruiting.
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Washington, D. C
Department of Labor
Federal Employment Service
Employment Service
Whic
John BL Deusmere
Peeter
Varios
Comaron Dite
Lubor
Boars
Ith
Treaeh
Tabor
Mabor
United States
United States Employment Service
Washington
Department of Agriculture
Personal mentions from Gonzales to New York across hotels
A garbled roster of visitors lists MM Talbot of Gonzales stopping at the Gunter in San Antonio and Sidney Bauman of New York regis tered at the Menger. It notes John I Watterson of Dallas at the Lanier and Private Daniel W Clayton tried by court martial on a charge tied to self inflicted wounds, found not guilty and restored to duty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
MM. Talbot
Gonzales
Anthony
OW. Clark
Brownsville
A.M
Christine
Gunter
Sidney Bauman
New York
Menger
Fabian Beth
Yampiro
St Anthony
John I. Watterson
Dallas
Lanier
A. St. McRae
Tampon
GW. Waddett
Edinbure
Clyde EL Goodner
Tulan
St. Anthons
Hugo
Bob Baldwin
Dating
Uavon
Cincinnati
Athos
Ulopia
Torso
Houston
Navasota
Sather
Daniel W. Clayton
Cay Travis
Mniyhem
Will Fry
Delleux
Delaware
Batted
Somme
Alyy
Government takes charge of all wires in country
Government control halts telephone and telegraph services for delinquents as authorities plan central management. Officials assure staff remains, while payment rules shift toward quarterly collection and reconnection fees. Public needs, including medical cases, risk loss of service under new regime and potential job dismissals at Western Union and related firms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Telephone Company
Cwitch Board
Telephone and
Telegraph Companies
da M. Carroll
Southwestern Telephone and ‘Telegraph Company
Government Center
Westoffice Department
San Antonio
Delinguet
Telentione
Atkingham
Jackeanvilla
Connereal Telegraphers’ Union of America i
Alice
Western Union
Hether
Locus
Debate Over Unit Vote At County Democratic Convention
Prohibitionists plan to vote as a unit against statewide prohibition and to present the issue to voters. Delegates from Bexar County are named and preparations at Market Hall proceed. Governor Hobby’s stance shapes the rally as Republican organizers announce a slate of GOP nominees and a countdown to the county convention.
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Hobby
Hobby Ash
Cade
A. T P. Barrett
DL AL Walkers
Che Congress Grouns
Cate Eton
Ilonsten
Republican
Casualty List From Pershing Reports Wide Range of Names
The report lists numerous names across ranks including corporals, privates, and a missing in action. Locations referenced include Wisconsin New Jersey Philadelphia and Ohio with many towns such as Shawnee Fond du Lac and Springfield. Also noted are prisoners of war and arevet missing personnel amid the ongoing war effort.
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Gufior
Ying
WILEY
Bissett
Dynt
Shawnee
Wis
Glunge W
Keese
Mahotway City
Lawrence
South Alass
Eyward Sindler
Yeh
Josepits
Dalbey
Phila. Shiengo
I. Oe
Funuth River
N. J
N. J. Ton, Myebure, Abe, J. Oo
NHS
Williams
Hamer
Thomas R. Bradley
W. Craig
New Bethlehem
Evenwood
Wilmer
Springfield
TIMES
Sparta
Asun
Sions
Py Atson
Fond du Lac
Julan
W. Pondred
D. Kelley
Silton Junction
Wisconsin
Prank Mattern
Rovridee
N. Burlingame
Hoseph WS
Om Runt
Ripon
Marine Casualty List From War Report
Fragmentary dispatch lists casualties including Private David Dr. Calrins and Private Leon Evans with severe wounds noted. Other names such as S RICHARD A and UWE appear in unclear sections, linked to Tieton and Cochsetts, but details are unreadable.
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Woends
Mamis
Couision
Richard A
Evans
Tieton
John
Uwe
Leon
Low
David Dr. Calrins
Cochesett
Ted Wet
City Club Meets At Ganter Tater Balloom
Torey Toviell led a Thursday noon City Club meeting in the ballroom at the Ganter Tater. Local issues included sanitation concerns, alley conditions, and street upkeep with remarks from S. C. Weller on overcharging soldiers by merchants. Maile of the Chamber of Commerce praised government reclamation efforts in San Antonio and noted soldier clothing renovations and auto rebuilding saving money for the government.
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Torey Toviell
Ganter Tater
Janel
Lerrett
Chicago
California
San Antonio
Square Deal Association
Goldstein
S. C. Weller
Square Dial Association
Th. Maile
Chamber of Commerce
Reclamation
San Antonin
Kelly Field
Community Centers Popular and Growing Attendance
Report on new community centers in schools shows rising attendee numbers and expanded programs. Funded by a tag day with cooperation from the Parent-Teachers Association, the National Defense Council, and the Playgrounds Association under War Camp Community Service, the effort is led by Mrs. J. Thenkendorfer.
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No. T
Committee On
O'Clark
Roy
Community Service Sd
J. Thenkendorfer
Parent-leachers' Association
Jural Council of National Defense Committee
Playgrounds Association
Ta War Camp Community Service
Trae
Cotton Crop Report Indicates Bullish Turn
The market shows a bullish shift as the latest crop report suggests stronger demand and higher prices ahead. Traders in New Orleans and New York noted quick price adjustments with minutes of gains and losses, while final settlements edged higher but near previous levels.
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Corton
Byerly
New York
New Orleans
New York Cotton Opens Easier on August 1 Trade
The New York cotton market opened a fraction easier with October under 23 cents as the government report showed mixed results. Prices slipped several points from session highs after early strength faded, with July and October futures easing while selling sentiment grew amid showers and market losses across several months.
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New York
Liverpool
Conley
Tom
Lewislavr
Texas
Wall Stroat
Wats
Ssas
New Orleans Cotton Market Report Reflects Mixed Futures
Market update from New Orleans notes mixed cotton futures with volatility as traders weigh harvest yields and global demand. Prices for nearby contracts show modest gains while longer-dated futures drift, with analysts citing weather impacts and port activity shaping short term moves. Continuous attention to price levels and export demand remains central to sentiment.
Local Markets Report From Choley California and Nearby Regions
Vegetables and fruits show mixed prices in wholesale markets. California tomatoes and celery listed with varied demand, Elberta peaches mostly unsaleable, Colorado onions and carrots noted with price shifts, cabbage steady at four dollars per hundred, cucumbers trading lightly. Import and transport notes mention apples and game plums from California and related regional shipments expected Thursday. overall activity reflects a fluctuating wholesale scene across markets in Texas and California.
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Choley
California
Colorado
Liverpool Cotton Market Notes From 1807
Fragmentary OCR shows cotton price terms and market jargon from October to November 1807. The report mentions middling and receipts figures, bale counts, and departmental references, with unclear lines about machinery or processing tied to a tariff or supply note. The text is heavily garbled and preserves few clear events or names.
Border security drive targets Mexican border area
Federal officials intensify monitoring along the border to deter incursions. A warrant has been issued for a suspect in a payroll theft case. Details are unclear due to fragmented OCR text. The report mentions a Peoria area source and references veterans.
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Voeoria
Ang
Peoria Post
Ciosutity
Betlevort
Westmaster CL Ou
Tan
I Stituip Fund
Ai Additional Sio
Hoensiog
Athens envoy arrives in America with remarks on liberation
Metropolit an of Athens arrives in the United States on a mission to assist the cause of civilization. He notes the era of barbarism ending, praises a woman’s steadfast duty, and speaks of mobilization nearing completion as he reflects on shared values and future cooperation.
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Toyt
Phares
PoCubbes
Pila Palit
Monsignor
Metotins Motaxsalli
Athens
Datis
Aisston
America
Lise Gster
Adidas
Tevy
Fish Market Trade and Prices Across Species
A garbled market listing describes fish market activity and wholesale retail prices. It notes per pound pricing for various species and mentions wholesale items like Whale Fish Red Snapper and Trout while gaps obscure some details about quantities and preparation. It references shrimp sold per dozen and other varieties with scattered pricing terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
Litee Alzea
Olpil Deere
Hog Quotations Hit New Highs Across Markets
Hog prices surged to new highs in major markets with steady to rising quotes in northern and western trade. Cattle and sheep also showed firmness with receipts steady, beef and dairy products trading around stable to higher levels in Kansas City and surrounding markets.
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Fort Worth
Corn prices rise on Oklahoma report saying a boss
Market notes from Chicago and St Louis show corn futures advancing as an Oklahoma report is cited. Quotations for No 2 white, yellow, and mixed corn shift higher with August deliveries and nearby months trading at stronger levels amid volatile price action and safety concerns.
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Chicago
Giaen
Uneven Opening Causes Heavier Rails in Stocks
York August trading opened uneven as rails showed weakness on dividend postponement. May Nine and United Fruit edged fractionally higher, while Kacey led gains. California retrotroleum and Crucible showed small advances as Liberty bonds softened amid scattered firming and broad declines.
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York
Aug
Valtimers & Ohio
Woahash Jesses
United Vruit Renetel
Ean Petroleum
Crucible Tra Tor
Kacey
Stronsii
Ates Steel
California
Atlantic Gulf
Liberty Bonds
Peoples Gas
Saliies Lee
Marine
Money Markets and Foreign Exchange Report
Aug. reports show subdued money market activity with dull trading in sterling and Mexican dollars. In London and New York, mercantile paper, bank notes, and bonds display modest movement, with time loans firm and discount rates near regional levels despite light demand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Mercantile Paper
Sterling Gieday
Metal market notes from New York and East St. Louis
Fragmented market brief shows spot metal prices with East St. Louis depot quoted at 8.00 dollars. Mentions New York Metals exchange and London tensions with unclear details and typos.
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New York
East St. Louis
Provision Markets San Antonio Provisions
Fragmentary OCR text describes market items and prices including bacon, sugar, and vegetables with scattered numbers. The readable portions reference New York sugar, assorted goods, and vague weights, lacking a clear event or coherent narrative.
Shipper's Market Prices and Commodities Report
Market notes from Chicago and New York show mixed prices for pork, coffee, rice, and poultry with steady creamery butter and various grain quotes. Regional bids include Texas and northern markets with modest gains, while shortages and reallocations appear in several lines.
Estimation of cotton crop reduced to 13 619 000 bales
Washington Aug. 1 The Agriculture Department forecast shows the 1917 cotton crop at 13 619 000 bales, down from 15 325 000 bales in July, due to droughty conditions in the western cotton belt. The report notes declines in Virginia North Carolina and other states, with heavy losses in Texas and Oklahoma. The forecast lists state by state figures and mentions heavy weevil activity in parts of the belt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
Texas
Wraten
Virginia
North Maral
South Carolin
Arkansas
Department of Agriculture
George
Florida
Vison
California
Tollawa
Arizona
Cali Fordia
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Gostroy Vaud
Casualty List
Pershing Loule
War Department
City Club
Borns
Tillis Prem
Amsterdam
Germany
Werner Sureesed
Fort. Worth
Reel Island
al Reng
Okla
Southwest
Tom Don. Com
Chicaga
Rock Island
Sewell
Vl Bards
Warner
Trench Selenthng
Kamm Welab
Ooyink
Che MaQling Kadety
Delsuty Houston
Iveston
Tekauen
Huvsche
Dyceueher
Wiss Mt
Tne
New Grleans
Ribet
Leyes
Orlens Poterys
Flory
Ortober Fa
Doren Jury
Cave
Dame Molton
Paul
Etoden
Toun
Antonio
Tex
Kain
Ball
Sme
Rapes
Bindele
Tirana
Lear Corps
Gyleston
Antonin Evens
Paris
Reese
Joan Willey
Colton
Genie
Bern
Jeanne
Allens
Weather Bureau
Cotton Statistics
Tonston
Pex
Javangeh
Chaiestan
St Wilmington
Norfolly
Tito
Stnets
Ceseyee
Sivek
Ae Fanart
Creas Satan
Great Britain
Galy Yesler- Teastay
Interior Movement
Momplia
St Lowa Ma
Novato
Otek
Lens
Mead
Ik Iid
Fe Eggert Ag
Agetouls Tire
Heine
Greece
Atvy
Aites
Charters Wired
Austin
Stee
Conmany of
Capita
Storqgo
Doles Hirsch
Davidson
Yesus
Vrawne Woods Petroleum Midway Company
Los Angeles
Cal
Capital
Lexas
Narcon
Chieigs
Fae Secormance
Fimtoe
Yar
Cook County
Knoxville
Southern Railway
Johnson City
Bristol
Sheen
Wort
Bert Werth
Ras Des St
Louis Livestock
Heef
Kansas
Kansas City
Togo
Sontheca Eeers
Chicago Livestock
Cneuge
Oklahoma
Peters
Creutha
ST. Lois
Bansas Cppy
Kaneas City
LeOrain Futures Tay
Amaiss OY
Lacaud & Son
Texas Bankers’ Association
American Bankers
NORK
Oricon
Teadda
Ibabtehem Steele
Garth
Cuba
Mer
Bantsville
Coachville
Wath Motors
SHA Petrolowns
Aviary
Yorke Genteal
Ares
SUN Norfolk Westenra
Ull
Irediniins
Ullern Marie
Wade Strehelaver Harpovad
Vellipecar
Patan Marchrng
Js Nl
Alentinet de
United & A Lenbhey
Urelert
Ayrl
Money Markets
Londres
NEW York Money
Aimey Werkery
Grolosline
London
Wodnere Maney
Metal Markets
NEW York Metals
Landon Metals
Sn Provision Markets
Wall
Pati
Guile Mea Kean
Tae A
Tlepent
Towiy
Salon
Shipper’s
Dobbers
Texoc
Northern Cometry
Mutter
Vexas Creamery
Eunatey
Pawler
Ald Ronsteadn Springs
Burrers Merv
Ohiox
Vienna
City Produce
Orleahs
Mabesi Hopety
Latex Seed CO
San Antonio, Tex
M. Marucheau Grain CO
L. Dei
Koralfa
Ked
Ucheag Grain
No Antonio
L. D
Tela Snd Ube Interstate Conmercce Commission
Ang Asal
Patreleum
Petreleum
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