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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1945
Page
7
Thousands of soldiers abroad face domestic strain as many wives and sweethearts doubt demobilization timelines. A 127 point classification leaves men separated, fearing divorce and questioning love while divisions await home assignment. The division’s chaplain notes widespread “this is the last straw” attitudes among partners.
Lt. Weldon Brewer explains Army and Navy ratings and pay with a side by side chart. The article maps ranks from private to master sergeant and petty officers to commissioned officers, notes base pay from 50 dollars to 667 dollars monthly, and compares Army and Navy equivalencies. It concludes promotions raise pay but most aim to return home.
Grass stains on white materials can be removed by sponging with ammonia and water. Scrub carrots with a stiff brush to preserve nutrients. Empty the vacuum cleaner bag after each use and shake out dirt on the line. Wash windows with up and down strokes outside and side to side inside to identify the side needing more polish.
The winter of 1945 46 in parts of Germany Holland Belgium France and Italy will be worse than last winter says the speaker. Farmers cannot enter fields in zones fought over or feared to be fought over due to land mines. Allied engineers laid safe lanes but stepping off them can trigger mines with casualties daily. Roads cleared of mines but detours remain dangerous for farmers and families.
Mark Twain sees a register entry reading Baron von Montfort and valet and replies with Mark von Twain and valise. The exchange plays on status and travel gear, highlighting Twain's quick wit during a Canadian hotel visit.
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