19 Dec 1940
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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1940
Page
1
The British government announced a three month bread subsidy starting December 1 costing 750000 pounds. The food ministry said bakers may sell a four pound loaf for about seven cents under the program.
Milo M Thompson surveys London bomb shelter fashion with emphasis on warmth and practicality. He notes slacks for women, loose coats, shawls, bright sweaters, color accents, simple jewelry, and small carry cases as essential shelter attire amid wartime underground stations.
Miss Jeanne Madden of the Star recalls a curtain moment at a Philharmonic dress rehearsal when a mouse ran across the stage. A wand alarm and the animal’s squeal accompanied the scene to Hansel and Gretel as the orchestra played.
Bristol police seek a ten inch square blue patch carved from Patrolman Frank Day's overcoat. The stolen garment reappeared in another locker with a hole, prompting an investigation into the prank. Greensboro report notes a defendant avoiding jail by proving a trade essential to the community as a blacksmith.
A Portland woman lost patience with holiday crowds on December 19 and struck a bystander with her umbrella before continuing down the street. The incident ended without further reported harm.
Vermont milliners face a state law limit as game wardens warn against selling hats adorned with pheasant or other wild bird plumage. Only specific small birds are exempt, restricting use of most wild bird parts in millinery.
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