Eight Million Tons Ship Program Nears Completion
New York March 27 America's effort to meet the eight million ton shipbuilding target by March 1 is 28 percent complete, with 28 percent of ships in water and 8 percent in service. Shipping Board Chairman Hurley notes yards near Philadelphia will expand output, surpassing England, as ramped production and launches begin to transform U S merchant marine capacity. He cites challenges and progress in mobilizing workers, plants, and raw materials to sustain the war effort.
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Brothers reunite in navy station after eight years apart
Two brothers from San Antonio in the Navy met unexpectedly at Norfolk on March 14 after eight years apart. Lewis B Williams Jr., now in the Navy near Norfolk, and Evie Williams, also in the service, had not seen each other since a son left San Antonio for Uncle Sam’s ships eight years earlier. Both are sons of Mr. and Mrs. Lewis B Williams Sr. near the Wovetaid Cement plant.
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American shipbuilding effort expands steel yards and yards
The article details a wartime push to expand steel and wood shipyards across the United States. It notes 37 steel yards currently, with 18 more expanded, and about 24 wooden shipyards with Thompson ways adding capacity. It highlights projections for total shipbuilding, employment, and the push toward mass production amid labor concerns.
Ave Needow Volunteers for Mechanical Repair Work
The notice states that many treenames oiler nenth ago volunteered for a scene it mechanical repair shop at Fort Sui Houston. Thousands more intend to join. those skilled may be called into service or resigned to duty. Those capable may be employed while trained men await verification.
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Seated Officials Elected to National Council of Boy Scouts
In New York on March 27, a gathering of NAW YORK officials and President Wilan's cabinet elected new honey members to the National Council of Boy Scouts of America at a women’s meeting. The council rejected certain officers, naming Alfred W. Daler of Suumatarrd and Tylten Seri of Memphis, Tenn., among others at the ancillary board.
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