Air Force Day Observances Planned in San Antonio
Plans completed for Air Force Day on August 3 at multiple San Antonio air fields as civilian tours and open houses mark the thirty-eighth anniversary of the Army Air Force creation. Local churches, clubs, and businesses join in services and displays at Brooks, Kelly, Randolph, and other installations with exhibits on aircraft, training, and maintenance by IAAP and related units.
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Civic Aid
Cystex Promised Cure for Kidney and Bladder Aches
A dubious health pitch promises quick relief for kidney and bladder troubles. It urges taking Cystex as directed with a guarantee and claims added vitality and youth, urging readers to purchase immediately with a money back promise.
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World War II Air Force Day observances announced
Theme of the Air Force day observances emphasizes victory in the Pacific and full participation of US forces in winning the war. Special chapel services will be held at AAP installations nationwide and worldwide. A radio address by General Arnold will conclude the event at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in New York, broadcast nationally.
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Even Under Pressure of War Yanks Aussies Mix Well
War correspondent Joan Cashman reports on Allied troops in Balikpapan. She notes Americans and Australians blend well under combat stress, citing mutual respect and humor, while detailing perceived traits of various allied units including British, Scots, Ulster Rifles, Savoia Grenadiers, and Dutch crews amid wartime cooperation.
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Pickets Back At Rubber Firm
Pickets returned to the United States Rubber plant hindering tire production for BMY. About 500 workers gathered at the gates as a five member union charged management with permitting paid early votes and pressuring for civilian tire work on B-29 casings. The dispute traces to a two week fight over discharges and contract terms.
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Labor Told of No POW Competition
Brig. Gen. Charles K. Nulser, commander at Fortam Houston, assured Saturday that civilian labor need not fear POW labor. He said the War Department will not use prisoners on any job where free civilian labor is available. Unemployed people should apply at the local U S Employment Service office for work, and trades will be certified to the prisoner of war camp commander.
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New York City crash witnessed by a B 24 pilot
Lieut Allen Aiman of Columbus Ohio watched the Empire State crash from a second floor observation bay near 500 Fifth Avenue. He described the plane circling in, smashing into the building with great speed and causing a massive blaze and smoke. Survivors fled via elevators amid chaos as debris fell.
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Laredo Rites Set For Elbert Hines
The body of Albert Jesale Hines died at his home on Sixth Street was sent to Laredo for services and interment. Survived by three sons Hines of San Antonio, Tires of Laredo and Mines of Pittman, and five daughters including Mrs Smily of Fort Worth and Mrs Grimes of Mission. names listed include Ruth Richter and Allan Cas Penler of San Antonio.
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San Antonio
It Says Here By Bob Hope on the Riviera GI Haven
Bob Hope describes a French Riviera resort area used by U S troops. He contrasts luxury hotels and nightlife with military discipline and jokes about MPs enforcing order while soldiers relax at beaches, clubs, and motorboats.
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Army Life Lures with Simple Pleasures in Vacation Fantasy
A fragment from the San Antonio Light humor column notes soldiers finding mild comforts in everyday scenes. It suggests army routine can feel light, with casual strolls, chocolate bars, and cigarets as small joys while pondering a possible future away from deployment.
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