Army Aims for Younger Ranks as War Powers Move Forward
A Senate committee discussed expanding the draft to include younger men from ages 19 to 21, arguing a larger pool improves selectivity. Congress prepared to grant the President broader power to direct government actions for the war, including agency transfers and censorship. A $10.08 billion Army Navy bill awaited Roosevelt’s signature to fund tanks guns planes and supplies for up to 3.2 million troops.
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Roosevelt urges 19 year olds draft reduction move
President Roosevelt asks Senate Military Committee to lower draft age to 19 and extend service for all men 21 to 44. War Department supports minimum 19 for universal service, while House action previously proposed broadening to 18 through 64.
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Building a Boat Repair Playbook from Old Sailor Tips
A vintage style guide outlines gathering gear like tools and paint, estimating costs around $50, and possibly borrowing an anvil from a blacksmith. It warns to remove a damaged fender carefully and notes that rips are tough to fix as dents.
Colorado Capitol Blown Fuse Sparks Brief Blackout
Denver reports a five minute blackout after a fuse blew at the Colorado Capitol, prompting Governor Ralph Carr to call for calm and avoid test blackouts. The incident disrupted police and capital operations briefly as officials assessed the fault.
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Colorado Capitol
Denver
Ralph Carr
Colorado
Pup Named Tuffy Survives Well Ordeal After Disappearance
A four month old setter pup vanished and reappeared 24 days later at the bottom of an old well. He drank goat milk and gruel, recovering with a permanent name Tuffy after a near fatal episode. Guards blocked passage until Brig. Gen Mohr verified the dog’s identity and OConor recognized Mohr.
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Dwigatt H. Mohr
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O'Conor
Stormy voyage ends with dory landing on front lawn
In Newburyport Massachusetts a clam digger named Ben Butler left his dory two miles from shore to avoid struggling back in a storm. The following morning the storm battered boat washed up on his front lawn, a surprising turn of fate for the mariner.
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Governor OConor praises Maryland State Guard patrols
Gov. Herbert R. OConor praised the Maryland State Guard for efficiency and service while inspecting guard patrols and noting no one should be taken for granted in Annapolis.
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Monthly luncheon of Sur Atcase Manufacturers' Association
The board of directors will hold its regular monthly luncheon at 12 15 PM today in Room C at the Chamber of Commerce.
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