Lend-Lease Report Debunking 38 Fictions and Facts
A government briefing clarifies lend-lease myths and realities. It asserts title retention on lent goods, adds that-cigarette supplies to civilians were not lent, and notes beef exports under lend-lease at seven percent in 1944. The document argues the program strengthens national defense and limits Latin American invasion risks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foretam Economic Administration
FEA
America
Themelves
Phillipates
Lend-Lesse
Congress
Brasil
Latin America
Brazil
South Atlantic
Nebr
Alles
Army Salvaging Large Amount of Used Material
Army Ordnance saves taxpayers millions by reclaiming thousands of tons of used equipment at one third the cost of new items. Brig. Gen. A G Gillespie at Wallerview Arsenal said salvage returns from overseas and camps are turning the US into a major ordnance center. Salvage exceeds 700 tons daily, including tanks, cannons, and parts, with overhaul and reissue to battle lines when possible.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Army Ordnance
A. G. Gillespie
Wallerview Arsenal
United States
Gillespie
Arsenal Ptysotmat
Hbaille
Paris
You Get Results With Father John's Medicine
An advertisement touts Father John’s Medicine as a quick relief for cough and throat irritation from colds urging readers to stay fit during trying times. It emphasizes soothing effects and fast results.
Safe Blower Gave Clue To Rockets
An article traces early rocket development from Colman University professor Charles E. Munroe to Goddard of Clark University, noting explosive experiments and the evolution of launcher tech including the bazooka. It covers Skinner’s shoulder launcher and wartime adaptations, with references to German and French rocket-work pre and during the wars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Colamn University
Lence
Charles E. Munroe
Munroe
RB. H. Goddard
Clark University
Worcester
Mais
Goddard
Ing
Tilling
Japs Dazed by Manila Fall and Its Aftermath
Washington reports Japanese officials and public mood stunned by the fall of Manila. Observers say Tokyo struggles to interpret events, with Manchurian and Luzon fronts reshaping wartime policy and provoking calls for government reform and political realignment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manila
James D. White
Washington
Aianila
Japan
Kuniaki Moise
Philippines
E Koisa
Philipipnes
Tokyo
Luzon
Greater East Asia
Pacific
Tokyo Radio
Moise
MacArthur
Hintoro Hashimoto
Justi
Valley Falls Social Notes Show Family Visits and Illness
Miss Margaret Rlan of Albany visits her brother William Rlan and family for a few days. Miss Mary Welsh, ill recently, is convalescing at home. Mark Sweeney, away at Elizabeths for state work, is expected home this weekend. Various residents attend club meetings and award events at home settings and neighborhoods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dridge
Maude Abrams
Myron Barrett
Donald ‘Roberts
Azion
John Hill
Charles ¢ Bel Lohnes
Boy Scouts Observe 35th Anniversary at Local Church
A special onion service will be held at the Methodist Church tomorrow at 7 30 p m observing the 35th anniversary of the Boy Scouts of America. Troop 27 in uniform will attend with scoutmaster Rex John C Wilson pastor of Rest Church to conduct the opening worship program. Mr Wile
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Methodist Church
Boy Scouts of America
Rex
John C. Wilson
Wile
Thames Tv
Sass
Me. Wilson
Color Blind Religion Church
Gram
Marjorie
Dorothy Ott
Yoush Fellowship
Thomas T. Bass
Church of Christ
Forres
H. Patrie
Pam
Nation's First Airline Born 31 Years Ago
The St. Petersburg Tampa air service began with Benoist flying boats in 1914. Pilot Tony Jannus and passenger flew 23 minutes from St. Petersburg to Tampa, with the first ticket auctioned for 1400. The flight carried news cargo and demonstrated early air transport.
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St. Petersburg
Tampa
Pla
Daily Times
Fush
Pijot Jannus
Percy FE
Fansler
St. Louis
Hada
St Peters
Merchar Ord
Eccomp
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Lend-Lease Report
Oo Skinner
Owigs Endleer
Henry HM. Moehaupt
Skinner
Borh
Col
Harry C. Donichi
Aberdeen
Air Forces Technical Command Research Center
Wright Field
Eagle Mills
TROY
Jewelers
Broadway
Third St
Broughton-Roth, Inc
Cor
Fulton & Fourth
Gahill’s Sports Store
River Street
Cunning’s Shoes
Congress Street
Gordon L. Hayes
Hepp
W. P. Herbert & Co
Fulton Street
the Kelly Shop
King’s Childrens Shop
Third Street
Devane’s
Kranson’s Boys&Girls
Fulton
Fourth Streets
Denby’s
Firestone Store
W. T. Grant Go
Grayson
H. L. Green Co
Gamble Furniture Go
Hasso Furs
Fourth Street
Lord & Tana
the Morris Stores
Paula Dress Shop
the Peoples Store
R. G. Reynolds Co
Monument Sq
Schrager’s, Inc
Fifth Ave
102Nd St
Schnell’s Jewelery Store
Sherwin-Williams Co
Fourth. Street
the Square
River
Stanley’s Dept
Third
State Streets
Trojan Hardware Congress
Trunk Shop
Union-Fern
Weinberg
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