Decentralization reshapes American industry after war
A wide analysis notes defense contracts spur growth beyond the metro core, boosting small towns. The piece highlights shifts toward decentralization driven by highways, trains, and lower urban taxes, with firms like Hormel, Hamilton, and Schenley expanding away from big cities. It cites Ford and others predicting a lasting rebalancing of national industry centers as postwar production shifts inland and to smaller communities.
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Lawrenceburg
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Lewis S
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Hosenstiel
Henry Ford
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W J Cameron
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Ford
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Urbar Land Institute
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Unclear fragmentary notes on early sixteenth century foods and fires
Fragmentary text mentions early sixteenth century dishes in northern China. Notes a small plate valued at 130 units. References fires sparked by glass bottles and store windows. Mentions a gathering under sunshine and Sequoia National Park with over 300 lakes.
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China
Champion Farmers Hold Third Reunion in Chicago
The Champion Farmers association with over 100 prominent farmers held its third reunion in Chicago during the International Live Stock exposition period. The event featured two days of sightseeing banquets and ceremonies as part of special activities by agricultural groups.
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Champion Farmers
Chicago
Firestone hosts Christmas banquet at Congress Hotel
Exposition feature highlights 45 guests from Firestone Tire and Rubber Company with Leonard K Firestone as host. The reunion centered on a Christmas banquet at the Congress Hotel, celebrating Champion Farm era pursuits in agriculture. Topics covered include livestock and crop production, soil conservation, and new seed varieties.
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Firestone Tire & Rubber Company
Congress Hotel
Leonard K Firestone
Composite Soldier Facts From War Dept Figures
Washington data outlines the average young Army recruit’s size and gear costs. It details height at about five feet seven inches, weight around 144 pounds, chest 33 inches, waist 30 inches, shoe size 6 1 2, and hat size. It covers annual clothing costs about 10 7.89 dollars and sustenance, barracks, and equipment expenses for the average enlisted man. It lists typical weekly rations including beef and poultry, vegetables, cereals, coffee, potatoes, and milk, plus issued clothing items such as shirts trousers coats hats and field gear. The long inventory enumerates uniforms, shoes, belts, gloves, bedding, bedding, and personal items issued to new soldiers.
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Washington
United States Army
War Department
Army Quartermaster Corps
Quartermaster Corps
Sam
Peace Inne
Infants Speak On Christmas Gifts In Humorous Protest
A playful editorial from a baby perspective argues infants under one year can enjoy Christmas. It cites a poll of 1000 babies, noting 987 affirm enjoyment, and lists desired gifts such as colored bakelite disks, cribs, playpens, jumper swings, clothing, and a convertible automobile seat attachment. The piece humorously contemplates future expectations and funds for college education.
Early Puritans Ban Christmas Celebrations in Massachusetts
In May 1058 the Boston court passed a law against Christmas observance. It ordered that anyone celebrating Christmas or using festive observances must pay five shillings for each offense. The measure reflects Puritan disfavor toward Christmas revelry.
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Massachusetts
Boston
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