Gasoline Black Market Seen Threat to War Effort
Washington dispatch reports Office of Price Administration official Shad Polier warns the gasoline black market could cripple wartime fuel supplies. He cites illegal coupon trafficking and counterfeit sales draining 2.5 million gallons daily, potentially boosting car mileage allowances and expanding ration ceilings for civilians.
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Explosions Hit French Invasion Coast Shocks Dover Straits
Reports say heavy blasts from the Calais Cape Griz Nez area rocked the Dover Straits area after midnight. The 40 minute series of explosions and subsequent detonations before dawn are believed to target coastal fortifications and hideouts used by anti invasion troops.
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Counterfeit Gasoline Coupons Linked to Racketeers
In a memo Polier argues racketeers have shifted from currency scams to a gasoline coupon racket. He cites February incidents, OPA records showing black market activity linked to bootlegging and other crimes, and calls for harsher state and municipal laws to curb frequent violations by individuals. The OPA notes 9 percent of gasoline rationing arrests since January involve professional criminals.
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New Spitfire Model Designed for Invasion
A new Spitfire fighter plane with dipped wings and a heavier engine improves maneuverability, speed, and climb rate at low altitudes. It was disclosed yesterday that the updated aircraft is now in use by the Royal Air Force and appears developed for invasion operations.
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London
R.A
Europe west air units to aid troops in low level support
News brief from North Pownal and surrounding towns reports military air units to be used for low level support of troops in Europe. Also includes local notices, visits, illnesses, and a Republican caucus planned for Tuesday evening to select delegates.
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Round Lake Roundup Of Visits And Community Plans
Round Lake residents report illnesses and recoveries at Clear Water Fla and visits by Mrs Laura E Hichey. Laurence A Hickey visits Miami Beach relatives in New York. A postponed Maria Grage benefit card party is rescheduled. Library events include a storytelling hour for first to third graders. Volunteers are urged for a public cleanup day at 1 pm. Red Cross piloting and Red Cross projects lead by Mrs Lavery and Mrs Ada Harwood.
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Election Booth Tenant Acquitted of Vagrancy
Leopold Reinacher, 71, was freed by City Judge Patrick J. Keeler on vagrancy charges after his arrest for living in an election booth. The judge cited Reinacher's possession of $1,000 as proof he was not a vagrant, remarking That’s more than I have.
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Patrick J. Keeler
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Sycamore 4-H Chub Meets at Kellogg Home
Miss Arlene Lewis presided as reports were presented by secretary Miss Jean Wilcox and treasurer Miss Patricia Kellogg. Guests planned to attend the rally and auction at Memones Church House. The hostess served refreshments after work on the scrapbook.
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Record 1943 Bronx Traffic Court fines set milestone
In Bronx Traffic Court a two year record was broken as violators paid 800 in fines during disposed cases. About 900 persons faced court action while many cases were adjourned.
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Bronx
U S War Losses Rise to 189,309 as Week Ends
Washington reports U S military casualties climbed to 189,309 by April 7, up 10,828 from the prior week. Secretary Stimson lists Army totals at 145,082 with 25,013 killed 59,222 wounded 32,048 missing and 28,799 POWs. Navy losses released.
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United States
Secretary of
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Navy
Navy Marine Coast Guard Casualties Rise by 378
Yesterday’s tally lists 41,227 casual ties among Navy, Marine and Coast Guard forces, up 378 from last Thursday. The Navy totals show 18,795 dead, 11,726 wounded, 9,282 missing and 4,424 prisoners.
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