New Secretary of Agriculture Anderson Seeks Steady Postwar Food Policy
Washington reports describe Clinton P. Anderson as a western rancher turned secretary who aims to keep farm prices stable and avoid surpluses while ramping up production for war needs and planning a cautious postwar program. He backs adequate manpower and transport, gradual subsidy reduction, and a thorough review of crop adjustment and Triple A policies for the postwar era.
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Brookings Study Predicts Postwar Government Costs Soar
The Brookings institution concludes that postwar government costs will reach two to three times the 1940 level, with federal state and local expenditures collectively doubling the prewar total.
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Brookings Institution
One Man Massacre Breaks Okinawa Jap Line
Pfc. Clarence B. Craft of Santa Ana California battled up a 450 foot hill in Okinawa killing 30 Japanese and breaking a key line. He single handedly cleared trenches fought off machine guns and drove survivors into a cave while his unit finally seized the position.
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Hollywood Canning Tips and Star News Highlights
Features on modern canning with fruit packing guidance and syrup choices. Also reports on Vera Ellen, Virginia Mayo, Carol Bruce, and Joan Crawford influenced by David O. Selznick, plus notes on James Stewart, Gary Cooper, and other film figures shaping 1940s Hollywood.
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Janet Gaynor
Fay Wray
Charles Farrell
Richard Arlen
Norma Talmadge
Clark Gable
Carol Lombard
Ramon Navarro
Joan Crawford
Cooper
Gable
Arlen
Miss Crawford
Felons' Escape Blocked By Boy In Hole At Prison
In Pittsburgh, five year old George Gregor stumbled into a hole dug by convicts from the Western Penitentiary laundry tunnel. The 82 foot long shaft ended 2 feet from the surface as guards were alerted by the boy. Warden Stanley P. Ashe said unidentified prisoners used improvised picks and shovels to dig three feet in diameter and had a good chance at escape before discovery.
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Stanley P. Ashe
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FIDO Aided RAF Landings In Fog Dispersal System
London details reveal FIDO Fog Investigation and Dispersal Operations aided over 2,500 Allied planes. Gasoline burners created heat to dissipate fog aiding bomber landings since November 1943.
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London
Air Force
Pickpocket Flees With Cigarettes in Boston Cab
Taxi driver Edward Sobol picked up a fare in front of the municipal courthouse. After a short ride the passenger asked for cigarettes and handed over a half empty sack the driver recognized as his own. The passenger claimed he had just been convicted of pickpocketing and wanted to prove he hadn’t lost his touch.
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Boston
Edward Sobol
Jealousy Drives Husband to Fire House, Sentenced
Spokane prisoner John McWhorter pleaded guilty to second degree arson after his wife showed more affection for their house than for him since their marriage last summer. He received a maximum sentence of ten years in prison.
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Wash
John McWhorter
McWhorter
Lynn Says Fruit Canning Tips
Lynn explains why fruit may discolor at the top of jars due to under ripe fruit or incorrect processing. Oxidation occurs when air isn’t expelled by heat. Overpacked jars can boil over during processing and canned foods need no powders or preservatives.
Sewing Circle Patterns Two-Piece Junior Frock with Scalloped Trim
A simple two piece frock pattern for juniors suitable for school or play. The scalloped trim adds a flattering finish to the jacket. Pattern No. 1354 covers sizes 11, 12, 13, 14, 16 and 18 with material requirements noted for size 12.
Household Cleaning Tips From a Past Era
Scrub carrots with a stiff brush to save vitamins. Clean wicker with warm salt water to prevent yellowing. Use up and down strokes for outside windows and side to side for inside to judge polishing. Empty vacuum bags after each use. Use near boiling water to render shortening melt resistant. Defrost electric fridge by boiling water in ice trays and leaving door open. When painting, bag lights to catch drips. Use matching handkerchiefs to trim a dress with lace embroidery or colored hems for a neat finish.
Pattern pattern sizes and yardage notice for fabric trim
Pattern sizes 2 through 5 and years. Two percent yards of 35 inch fabrics were race for trimming. Due to high demand and current war conditions, more time is required in filling orders for a few popular pattern numbers. Send your order to:
Voting age ranges in 80 countries vary widely
A survey shows voting ages differ by country and are influenced by factors such as sex literacy marital status war service and taxpayer or government employee status. While most nations set a minimum at 18 some places raise it as high as 30, with Romania listed as an example.
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Rumania
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