Meat quotas tighten for non inspected slaughterers 1945 plan
The OPA, with War Food Administration and War Department, orders non federally inspected slaughterers to 1944 kill levels and tighter quotas for May and June 1945. Class II producers face 75 percent cattle and calves, 200 percent sheep, 50 percent hogs. penalties apply for unreported sales. A 5 cent stamp marks the United Nations conference on international organization and is sold at post offices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
OPA
Armed Services
Office of Economic Stabilization
War Food Administration
War Department
Office of Price Administration
United Nations Conference On International Organization
Pumps Released to Filling Stations Under War Authority
The Petroleum Administration for War said gasoline pumps and storage tanks held for military use will be released to retail filling stations and bulk petroleum plants. Under the amended order pumps and tanks may be installed if installation costs total under 1000 dollars at retail service stations and 5000 dollars at bulk plants, not allowing new civilian manufacture.
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The
Petroleum Administration For War
Ralph K. Davies
OPA Requires Price Disclosure In Used Car Ads
The Office of Price Administration mandates that all used passenger car ads show the make year model body type seller price and a statement that the price is within OPA ceiling. Guidance covers obtaining ceilings by phone or from regulation 540 and notes changes including exemptions for 1925 and earlier cars and new labeling and record keeping requirements.
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Office of Price Administration
OPA
Mrs Gladys Holloman Dies After Auto Strike In Blytheville
Mrs Gladys Holloman 387 died in Blytheville hospital from injuries after being struck by a car Friday night while stepping in front of her stalled vehicle. The crash involved another driver Connie Medlin, a local trucker. Survivors include her husband, a sailor in the Southwest Pacific, and two children.
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Caruthersville
Gladys Holloman
Blytheville
Connie Medlin
Southwest Pacific
John Walker’s 1827 fric tion match breakthrough
Englishman John Walker created the first truly practical friction match in 1827, marking a landmark advancement in everyday fire starting. The invention emerged from early experiments with chemical compounds and controlled ignition, shaping consumer safety and practicality.
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John Walker
Ration Calendar Details Through Summer Ration Dates
The notice lists red, blue, and sugar stamps with validity through June to August 1945. It notes next stamps become valid June 1, outlines exchanges for waste fat, and mentions canning sugar, tire inspections, fuel oil coupons, airplane stamps for shoes, and returning ration books of deceased or service members to the local rationing board.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Armed Services
Missouri homemakers reupholster 29 thousand items in war era effort
The state wide extension club study has encouraged 60 counties to conserve by reupholstering furniture. Ten counties receive special emphasis this year. In 1944 Missourians refinished and repurposed about 17,500 items to improve homes amid wartime restrictions.
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Missouri
Johnson, Jasper
Warren
Studdard
Sullivan
Pettis
Platte
Clay
Callaway
Douglas
Renovating Worn Chairs and Couches Requires Time and Care
Miss Madonna Fitzgerald of the University of Missouri advises careful inspection before upholstery. Check the frame and springs for reconditioning, repadding, and consider muslin slip covers for irregular lines. A well built piece features strong wood, interlaced webbing, tightly stretched padding, and secure stitching throughout.
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Madonna Fitzgerald
University of Missouri College of Agriculture
Special shoe stamps for returning soldiers
Americans arriving after internment in enemy camps will receive two valid shoe stamps in their ration books. The Office of Price Administration announced the change, aligning with its policy that civilians are entitled to two pairs of wearable or repairable shoes. Previously new entrants received only one valid shoe stamp.
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Office of Price Administration
OPA
Prohibition on Selling Loose Cigarettes by OPA
The Office of Price Administration barred retail sale of loose cigarettes of any brand effective May 12. During six months ending November 12, 1945, retailers may sell six packs at 13 cents each, replacing prior two packs for 25 cents. OPA cited overcharges from splitting packs and acute shortages as reasons, hoping wider distribution via single pack sales.
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Office of Price Administration
OPA
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Ration Books
Tel
C. H. Yanson
Sikeston
Tokyo
Day Standard Oil Company UN
Corregidor
Iwo Jima
America
the Bank of Sikeston
Wspaper
Reese
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