Milk Shortage Predicted In Arizona Area
Arizona faces an historic fluid milk shortage as the OPAs canned milk rationing tightens supply. Extension specialist Clyde Rowe cites normal seasonal production declines, rising hay costs from 14 to 24 dollars per ton, and increased demand as key factors. He notes widespread shortfalls in the state and urges consideration of a government conversion program to fluid milk.
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OPA
Arizona
Clyde ¥. Rowe
Lry
Phoenix
Tucson
Rowe
Dairymert
Mexico's War on High Prices Yields Early Gains
Economy Minister Francisco Javier Gaxiola announced a drop in the price index from 192.7 to 172.4 by May 29 as government ceilings on essential foods spread nationwide. In Mexico City, grocers and butchers faced arrests for violations while women inspectors were to be deputized to monitor prices. Rubber supply improved with 113 tons from the U.S. and four carloads en route, though 4,000 workers protested for fair distribution and reinstatement of dismissed colleagues.
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Mexico City
Francisco Javier Gaxiola
Republic
Gaxiola
Mexico
United States
Nazi Sub Sunk In Thrilling Battle
U P reports the U S coast guard cutter Spencer destroyed a German submarine after a long chase amid an Allied convoy. The sub was sunk, over 40 crewmen were captured, and the engagement was captured in a blow by blow photo graphic record released by the Navy.
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U. S. Coast Guard
Spencer
Washington
U.P
Navy
Cmdr
Harold S. Berdine
Staten Island
N. Y
Duane
Prenerea
Jack January
St. Louis
Citric Acid Placed Under Ration by WPB
The War Production Board ordered citric acid under allocation effective July 1 as supplies have declined for six months. After July 1 no deliveries may be made except for refining or with WPB authorization. Unauthorized limits set at 125 pounds per month per person.
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Washington
War Production Board
WPB
Bundles for America Tag Day Near Tucson June 5
Bundles for America announces a Tag Day on Saturday June 5 to raise funds for summer work. Tucson residents knit sweaters helmets gloves and similar wearables for sailors marines soldiers and aviators. Navy outfits in blue go West for sailors and marines while khaki goes East to soldiers and airmen.
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America
Tucson
Navy
Mexico Adopts Metric System as Official Standard
Mexico enforces the metric system nationwide making it the compulsory measurement standard across all commerce science education and public administration. The change consolidates metric usage in industry transport and daily life. Experts note smoother trade and clearer data reporting.
U S Mexico Plan Halt To Inflation Talks Progress Report
A joint U S Mexican economic committee reports good progress in plans to curb inflation in Mexico. Meetings will resume in Mexico City next week with U S officials and Mexican advisers, to balance trade while keeping war materials flowing to the United States. The panel plans to report back on June 25 with findings and recommendations.
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Washington
Mexico
Mexico City
Wayne C. Taylor
United States
Roosevelt
Manuel Avila Camacho
Harry D. White
United States Treasury
Evaristo Araiza
Monterrey Steel Works
Valentin R. Garfias
Old Civil War amputation instruments on display in Cooperstown
A set of Civil War amputation instruments housed at the Cooperstown museum by the New York State Historical Association is shown in a mahogany case with red plush. The tools were used by Dr. Graves of Forsport New York and donated to the association by Dr. Frederick M Miller of Utica New York.
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Cooperstown
N. Y
New York State Historical Association
Graves
Foresport
Frederick M Miller
Utica
Thousands of Arizona servicemen lose registration rolls
Thousands of Arizona servicemen were struck from registration rolls for not voting last November. An estimated 10 000 to 20 000 may be disfranchised unless a special session acts. Only 64 servicemen voted the war ballot. 166 requested it. Registrations go to a dead file for two years, then are destroyed unless re registered.
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Phoenix
Arizona
Dan E. Garvey
Armed Services
Secretary of State
Garvey
Rationing Adds To Worries After Fire
Canned goods lost their labels after water used in fighting a major fire at N. Abraham's store in Litchfield Park. Firefighters from Buckeye Luke Field Goodyear Aircraft and local units battled the blaze for over two hours. Abraham cannot determine damage or rationing values for unlabeled containers amid the losses to nearby businesses. The incident caused local concern as residents reacted to the disruption.
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Litchfield’ Park
N. Abraham’s
Buckeye
Luke Field
Goodyear Aircraft Corporation
Litchfield Park
Abraham
Firefighters Remove Fixtures After Blazing Blaze
Fire crews assisted in removing fixtures and stock from several business establishments near the scene as flames were tackled. No injuries reported. Investigators determine cause and assess damage to storefronts and interiors.
New Zealand workers log massive overtime in past year
New Zealand workers put in an estimated 22 728 weeks of 40 hour overtime last year as firms faced demands for extended shifts. The figure highlights a trend toward higher labor intensity and potential impacts on productivity and wellbeing.
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New Zealand
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Carter
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Lydia Pinkham
U. S
Southern Arizona Bank & Trust Co
Membr Federal Reserve System
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Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
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East Thiree
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Tucson Gas, Electric Light & Power
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