06 May 1943
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Newspaper
Southeast Economist
Location
Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1943
Page
1
John and Sam each shot the same number of rabbits. Sam shot three times as many ducks as rabbits. Jimmy counted 17 heads and 42 feet among rabbits and ducks. Determine how many ducks John shot.
Vincent Knaus, 16th ward advisory board chairman, explains WD guidance from Yank on 38 year olds seeking discharge while overseas. Discharge possible only if a trained replacement exists and transportation is available, with final say by the theater commanding general. Later, 5,000 spectators watched a sub chaser launch at Pullman Works despite rain, the 180 foot vessel entering the water as Uncle Sam’s latest naval craft began its voyage.
Mrs Mae Guthrie of East 77th Street reports pennies dropped in Grand Crossing Block 7 Zone 23 as part of the war bond drive. A customer gave 7500 pennies for a bond while the Woodlawn Property Owners League offers free succotash seed to gardeners in the annual contest.
Psychologists dispute animal reasoning, yet Lassie the Scotch terrier proves otherwise by reliably sniffing out nickels dimes and quarters. This year she has earned enough to pay her 1943 dog license three times over.
Mrs Agnes Craig says 2400 people boarded a freighter with 42 crew to flee the Athenia disaster. The liner was torpedoed 250 miles off Ireland and sank in 45 minutes. Survivors drifted nine hours before rescue. 40 lifeboat members chose Canada over Ireland.
A quirky note says Urban Shirk of Little Neck read the Encyclopaedia Britannica from cover to cover in ae and one-half years. The piece mentions Moduc the elephant from Terrell Jacobs' Greater Olympia act and a playful puzzler about rabbits and ducks counting heads and feet.
Excerpt from War Department pocket guide for soldiers abroad emphasizes Irish hospitality, manners, and social norms. Advises fitting into local culture, avoiding impressions of superiority, and understanding Ulster manners, pubs, and temperance views while explaining Irish drink customs and dining etiquette.
The text describes simple meals for soldiers on furlough in Ulster, noting meals like high tea and mid day dinner with limited variety. It highlights home milk and bread, oatcakes, tea, scones, and local meat dishes, plus popular pastimes such as football, dog and horse racing, shooting rights, trout fishing, and widespread golf links in Northern Ireland.
The Consumer Information service of the Woodlawn Regional Library seeks Woodlawn homemakers interested in canning classes or using pressure cookers. Residents are invited to contact the library or black consumer wardens to arrange demonstrations and share community equipment.
The Chicago Red Cross announces a new branch at 6208 Drexel Ave serving areas south of 47th Street. With 50 professionals and 40 clerks, the unit handles about 500 inquiries daily, assisting discharged service members and families in claims, regulations, and home conditions for military decisions.
Washington reports the Senate confirmed the renomination of William H. McDonnell publisher of the Economist as United States marshal for the Northern Illinois district. McDonnell, a resident of 10162 Longwood Drive, has served as U S marshal since 1934.
It was erroneously reported that Michael Falvey 18 at 860 Maryland Ave was sentenced to six months in County jail and five years probation for robbery. Falvey was placed on five years probation and is now at his parents home.
The federal tax office on Cottage Grove avenue now accepts cash payments. Carter H. Harrison, collector, says the service offers convenience to payers and saves trips downtown. Office hours are 9 a.m. to 5 30 p.m. weekdays and Saturdays. staff includes 40 deputies.
Veterans of five wars will be honored at the Woodlawn Lions club annual G A R reception next Thursday. Guest of honor James H. Lewis age 102 of 5401 Wabash avenue is assistant adjutant general of the Illinois GAR. Eugene Herr will lead the program. Luncheon at the Hayes hotel 6345 University avenue.
The Rev. Donald K. Evans will be installed as president of the Associated Clubs of Woodlawn at the annual dinner Monday night in First Presbyterian church. Other officers include Mrs. Edgar R. Curry as vice president and Ellen Hayes as secretary. the group comprises 39 community organizations.
Two of the first 23 young women to graduate as pilots in the ferry command visit Chicago before heading to Romulus Michigan. Margaret McCormick of Jackson Mississippi and Vega Johnson of New York City trained at Ashburn Field and Ellington Field and were presented wings by Jacqueline Cochran. The pair, not in uniform, say they will report to Michigan after arrival. The first class averaged about 400 hours of flight time.
The article surveys South Siders on postwar plans with residents naming travel, especially to Russia for Mrs Stark and South America via air for Mrs Leys, plus a wish for a country home by Mrs Carr and recreational travel by porter Mr King.
Gerhard Schacher spoke at the Woodlawn Business Men's association 35th anniversary meeting in Chicago. He warned invasion will be multi front and bloodiest, with unconditional surrender the Allies aim. He blamed German group behind Hitler and urged resolve to avoid future wars.
Mrs Edna Amor 30 was found dead Friday afternoon in her car in the garage at 7929 Champlain Ave. Cremated Monday per her farewell note and private rites. Police say car engine ran and death was by carbon monoxide. Husband George Amor discovered her slumped at the wheel. they had been married six years. Survived by husband and father Carl Olson.
James Rabbitt former first American enlistee in the Canadian Expeditionary Force died in Wallaceburg Ontario on a Tuesday. He was decorated for heroism by King Albert of Belgium and King George V of England after serving in the battles of Ypres and LaBasse where he was wounded and gassed. He survived the Hesperian sinking. Survived by son Jerome C Rabbitt daughter Mrs Roland Beck and three grandchildren.
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