War Demands Strain Drug Firms Amid Global Tension
New York Aug 18 The Associated Press reports military demands threaten some drug plant facilities while others ramp up production to meet government orders. Trade sources say the industry is better equipped than in 1940 but a sudden all out war could tax capabilities. Government stockpiles and synthetics limit disruption risk. new compounds are being developed for burns and radiation sickness.
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Fire Devastates Roselle Industrial Block Anew
A large fire in Roselle Illinois destroyed a city block of industrial buildings including a two story structure owned by Midwest Folding Products and a one story Nordic Construction unit. Flames seen twelve miles away reached O Hare airport and local crews aided by nearby towns battled the blaze. Firemen blamed the outbreak on overloaded city pumps failing and tower tank operations. No damage estimate is available.
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