Coast Guard Victor Mature in Broadway era war role noted
The piece profiles Victor Mature now in the US Coast Guard after recent duty, recounting his weathered looks and humor about manicure jokes aboard ship. It also touches on his war effort and a note about his daughter informing his ex-wife of their captured son in Tunisia.
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Tunisia
Helicopter makes trials on tanker boost for convoy protection
A Sikorsky helicopter landed on a tanker during two days of trials as officials from Washington and British Admiralty watched. Colonel Gregory of Wright Field demonstrated 24 landings under varied conditions, showing the craft could scout ahead of convoys and relay submarine sightings to escort vessels, despite initial Navy objections.
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War Shipping Administration
Invasion of Attu Seen as Second Step in Allied Push
Western Newspaper Union report argues the U S invasion of Attu marks a second major phase in the push against Japanese forces in the Aleutians. Rumors of a Nazi Italian rift are discounted as Allies prepare heavy blows and coordinated offensive plans.
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Attu
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Second Step in Attu Campaign Emerges in News
The article reports that Allied forces firmly hold Attu and push through bitter Japanese resistance. It notes Japan admitted US air and naval bombardment aided reinforcements. General Dupuy calls Attu the second step in clearing the Aleutians, following Amchitka and Adak to enable strikes toward Kiska.
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Food Conference Aims at Postwar European Agriculture
At Hot Springs Virginia representatives of the United Nations food conference discuss postwar agricultural reconstruction in Europe. Marvin H Jones chairs the talks, focusing on bringing reclaimed land back into production, supply distribution, and nutritional diet planning. No binding agreements were made. conclusions will be relayed to governments for action.
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United Nations Conference On Food and Agriculture
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Ohio Farm Bureau Federation
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HW Appleby
WL Clayton
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Ausgeon
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United Nations Food Conference
Hot Springs Va
Marvin H Jones
Reciprocal Trade Renewal Fought In Congress
Heated debate in Congress over renewing President Roosevelt authority to negotiate reciprocal trade treaties with foreign nations. The act drew support as stabilizing international commerce and employment, while opponents warned it threatened tariff policy. The House approved renewal after extended debate and a two year sunset, amid amendments to allow Congress review, producer testimony, and safeguards against underpriced imports.
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Congress
Wheat Acreage Could Rise to Increase Wheat Output
Wheat experts predict a 20 to 25 percent rise in acreage for 1944 as the War Food Administration debates boosting wheat allotments. The plan risks reducing plantings of corn soybeans and other staples. This year 55 million acres were sown. a 1 million acre expansion at 12 bushels per acre could add about 792 million bushels.
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WFA
WEA
Hospital ship Centaur torpedoed by Japanese finds end
The Australian hospital ship Centaur was torpedoed as it carried wounded through field waters. A Japanese submarine fired a torpedo causing a massive fire and the vessel sank with 363 aboard. Survivors clung to rafts as destroyers and lights faded in the night sea. General Douglas MacArthur spoke of revulsion and pledged the Red Cross would stand firm in mercy and victory.
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War tops week in review with casualties and prices
British and Italian combat losses in the Middle East and Africa total about 220000 since Italy entered the war. An essential worker’s leave is approved after a lovesick case. Roosevelt seeks 16700000 dollars for the Office of Price Administration for 1944. Army Navy and Marine Corps to receive 35 million pocket books printed on demand for service members.
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Ruml Plan Faces House Rejection and Conference Move
The Ruml plan was defeated in the House after the Senate backed it and President Roosevelt signaled a veto. A conference committee was tasked to choose pay as you go options, either the Ruml model affecting income tax thresholds or a House version maintaining the 6 percent regular rate and 13 percent surtax on 1942 income. Both proposals would require a 2 percent withholding tax on wages after exemptions, with quarterly estimated payments for farmers and professionals and a final settlement by March 15 of the following year.
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On Schedule In War Production Says Nelson Ahead of Plans
War Production Board chairman Donald Nelson says production in most categories is up and ahead of schedule. He notes a shift toward quality over quantity in aircraft while acknowledging possible plan revisions as services’ needs change and some tank output is cut due to Britain and Russia reducing requirements.
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Russia
Damburst Floods Hit Ruhr After Dam Explosions
Allied bombing at Eder and Mohne dams breached their sluices releasing torrents that flooded the Ruhr and Weser valleys. Hydro plants were crippled and canal traffic halted as major cities including Kassel faced severe inundation. German casualty and damage estimates varied, with thousands homeless and many killed.
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US Casualties in 17 Months of War Reported
US losses in 17 months total about 80 000 with Army figures 6076 killed 12277 wounded 24345 missing and 2244 prisoners of war among the wounded 4000 have returned to duty or been discharged from hospitalization Major losses among prisoners or missing occurred in the Philippines Navy casualties 7216 killed 4683 wounded and 12041 missing Since September 1 merchant marine reports 4555 casualties
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Stars and Screen News From Hollywood Circles
Hollywood gossip highlights Virginia Vale on Van Sullas return in Smittys Cry Havoc and Merle Oberons refusal to rush back for more war films. Notes on Casablanca cast, Humphrey Rogers and other stars, and updates on Stage Door Canteen, Frank Tuttle, and Claudette Colbert anecdotes.
Coal Truce Still Friends in Mine Standoff
Secretary of the Interior Harold Ickes and United Mine Workers chief John Lewis agreed to a one dollar a day truce amid the mine dispute. About 465000 anthracite miners were ready to strike as the pact was extended, with miners backing Lewis and preparing to stay away from the pits.
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United Mine Workers
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Lewis
Unclear fragment on choices and ambition in life
Fragmentary text discusses seeing both sides of a question, striving to please others, and the challenge of motivating self to act. It mentions compromise between two people, waiting for opportunity, and creating a new world from chaos.
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