OPA Changes Auto Allowances and Sugar Ration Rules
The District OPA announced new car rationing rules and revised sugar and food allotments. Eligible workers may obtain used 1942 car purchase certificates, while new car certificates are issued by the district office. Industrial sugar allotments for April through June must be requested in writing by April 5, with stamp 30 valid indefinitely and stamp 31 beginning April 1 for five pounds.
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Rensselaer County-Troy City
OPA
District Opa
Office of Price Administration
State Street
Albany
Walsh Defends Eire Position in Neutral Rights Speech
Senator David I. Walsh of Massachusetts defended Ireland’s refusal to oust German and Japanese consular officials. He urged neutrals be treated alike by Allies, calling it fundamental justice and warning that unequal handling would threaten neutral rights and sovereignty in future wars.
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Boston
INS
Eire
David I. Walsh
Massachusetts
Senate
Naval Affairs Committee
Roosevelt Observes 39th Anniversary Quietly
Yesterday marked the 39th wedding anniversary of President and Mrs. Roosevelt with no White House ceremony. Mrs. Roosevelt rode by air over Caribbean islands touring Army installations in that theater.
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Washington
Teens Run Real War Plant in Yellow Springs
In Yellow Springs Ohio a youth run Reinforcing Specialties Co operates with all stockholders under 16. The teens produce reinforcings for aluminum casting molds aiding Allison engine work while earning 35 cents hourly for 25 hours weekly plus a bi monthly $10 dividend. Leadership includes Helen Squires as president and Philip Henderson joining from Antioch College.
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Richard Tompkins
Yellow Springs
Ohio
War Production Board
Anne Reed
Charlie Dewitte
Max Livingston
Community Youth Council
Antioch Foundry
General Motors
Delco-Remy
Allison
Helen Squires
Philip Henderson
A. D. Henderson
Antioch College
Yoths
Cooperative Club
Don Amon
Chicago Coliseum Sold To Sports Promoters
The Chicago Coliseum, a 44 year old Gothic building, was purchased by Fred Morelli and Leo Seltzer for about $300000 with plans to invest $250000 more to modernize it for conventions shows and sports events. The venue has hosted Chicago automobile shows circuses wild west shows and major ball events including Alderman Kenna and Coughlin’s First Ward ball.
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Chicago
Fred Morelli
Leo Seltzer
Morelli
Seltzer
First Ward
Michael “Hinky Dink
Kenna
John Coughlin
Second Collection of Records Scheduled
Noble-Callahan Post 237 American Legion announced at its Thursday meeting that over 6000 old phonograph records were collected from public and parochial schools this week. A second collection is set for next Wednesday to gather more records. Proceeds fund the National Phonograph Fund which buys new records for Army and Navy camps and stations.
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Noble-Callahan Post No
American Legion
Post
First Street
Noble-Callahan Post
National Legion Phonograph Fund
National Legion Organization
Area Business Leaders to Meet for Postwar Planning at Skidmore
Chauncey W. Cook chairs a Skidmore College conference in Saratoga Springs on March 3 to discuss community planning for postwar conditions. Science and industry leaders including David Chandler Prince of General Electric and Samuel W. McCochrane of the Troy Chamber will participate in multiple round tables and a keynote by Prince.
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Chauncey W. Cook
New York
Co. E. D
Skidmore College
Saratoga Springs
Skidmore Hey Center of For Information
Saratoga Springs Committee On Economic Development
College Hall
Cook
Cochairman
James & Youtsler
Skidmore
Martin P. Catherwood
David Chandler Prince
General Electric Co
Willam HL. Barber
Glens
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In. L. C
Round Table
A. J. Leonard
Saratoga
Blackout Planned in Troy Area on April 10
J. J. Farrell of the State Civilian Protection district directs a March Record notice that a public practice blackout will occur April 10 across the Troy area. Communities planning to stage incidents during the alert should schedule them for April 10 rather than April 3.
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Troy
J. J. Farrell
State Civilian Protection
Rensselaer County
Dress Styles Numerous This Spring
New York fashion guidance describes several wardrobe categories for a busy spring, from afternoon dresses to furlough outfits. Working day wear blends into town styles with suits, slacks, and wool dresses favored for office and factory settings. A versatile black wool dress adapts to multiple moods with fur, hats, and accessories.
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New York
INS
Expert Says Plow Beats Disc Harrow
Madison Wisconsin Expert Emil Truog defends the moldboard plow as essential despite critics including Edward Faulkner. Truog rejects Faulkner’s claim that most roots lie in the top three to four inches and notes roots extend to several feet.
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Madison
Wis
Emil Truog
Wisconsin College of Agriculture
Traog
Edward H. Faulkner
Faulkner
Kentucky
Ohio
Higha
Truog
Dust Bowl
Furlough Fashion: Velvet, Crepe, and Travelwear Trends
The article notes ultra feminine furlough attire for service members and their partners with black velvet remains popular among men. It mentions a red crepe dress with a plunging neckline and sequined bodice, and stresses travel friendly clothes like blue wool jerseys and tweed suits for weekends.
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Tnink
Deea Wondera
Troy Blood Bank On New Schedule
The Blood Bank will not return to Troy on Monday Instead the Red Cross mobile unit will collect blood in Troy on Monday March 27 and again on Monday April 3 The schedule change follows earlier plans for biweekly donations.
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Troy Blood Bank
Troy
Eied Cross Mobic Unik
Nurse Shortage In Troy Spurs Committee Action
At a Troy Hospital meeting the Procurement and Assignment Committee said war manpower regulations control nurse assignments. The shortage affects armed forces and local hospitals, and all registered nurses are urged to contribute, even in half days, to keep the program voluntary and steady.
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Troy
Staf
Rensselaer County
War Manpower Committee
Miller's Minstrel Review filed by George N. Miller
George N. Miller of 77 Third Street filed a certificate in the county clerk to operate a business under the name Miller's Minstrel Review. The filing records the trade name and owner for local registration.
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George N. Miller
Third Street
Miller
Minstrel Review
Your Garden by Henry L. Pree NEA Service
Henry L. Pree outlines a productive 1000 square foot garden plan with yields for common vegetables and guidance on layout. He highlights the Big Six crops, suggests space-saving techniques, and urges using county agent recommendations for best varieties.
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Henry L. Pree
NEA Service
Ned
Trojans Welcome Nonstop Butter Supply Amid Ration Changes
Local grocers report butter available without limit for shoppers with coupons as government stock releases and rationing shifts ease supplies. Traders note source unsure but storage butter from government reserves is suspected while meat and fats display abundant stocks. Coupon validity spans expire soon with red and blue stamps expanding in coming weeks.
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Troy Area
Seed Selection Advice for Gardeners and Growers
The text urges novice gardeners to defer field experiments to growers and experiment stations. It emphasizes choosing seed by quality over yield, arguing inferior varieties waste space and effort, while better varieties require no extra area or different care.
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