Johnson Still Says No to World Organization
Senator Hiram Johnson of California, 79, voted the lone against Pacification of the San Francisco charter on the Senate foreign relations committee. Observers say his stance reflects a detachment from California and national sentiment toward the proposed world organization, potentially jeopardizing his renomination chances next year as the final tally remains influenced by the Senate majority.
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London Lights Return With Bombed Streets Reopened
London resumes full lighting as British double summer time ends. Bomb damage delayed some streets and schools, with 30 000 lamps overhauled in Southern England and 1 150 London schools affected by wartime bombing. Repair costs run to about 800 000 dollars for schools and one million dollars in the provinces.
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Hughes Hercules giant sea plane unveiled under construction
Howard Hughes revealed the Hughes Hercules, a colossal sea plane valued at 20 million dollars, under construction with a 320 foot wingspan, far larger than a B-29. The craft, described as a marvel, dwarfs existing bombers and signals a bold leap in aviation design.
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Giant Hughes bomber Hercules nears completion at Culver City plant
The eight engine wood plane will weigh over 212 tons and power 24 000 hp. It can carry 750 infantry 3 500 miles nonstop or 60-ton tank. engines arrive next January and first tests may occur by mid next year. Maj Gen Claire Chennault history noted for Flying Tigers heroism and China defense. Reading equates mind exercise with virtue preservation.
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West Fights for the New Steel Industry
Western leaders press for a postwar steel empire with Kaiser plan to merge California Utah and Colorado plants. Western banks back the move, signaling independence from Wall Street and potential mass job creation across the region. War and vision drive the West toward a major industrial center. Tiny war tubes promise 20 to 40 percent smaller postwar radios. The Post-Wave is read and enjoyed in most Seal Beach homes.
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Increase Shown In Gasoline Tax For May California
California gasoline tax receipts for May show an 8.3 percent rise over May 1944. Based on 152,697,549 gallons distributed, taxes totaled 4,578,826, up from 4,154,032 on 138,467,747 gallons in May 1944. Despite months of upward trend, current totals are roughly 10 million dollars below 1941 levels before rationing.
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