DDT Promised for Public Use at Low Cost
The War Production Board to lift controls by Aug. 31 enabling broad DDT distribution. A Health Service official forecasts costs from $1.75 to $3.50 yearly per household with DIY mixing, a $0.50 hand sprayer, powder, kerosene, and soap emulsion. Expected two sprayings yearly in the South and possible year round protection at about $5.25 if self-mixed.
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Washington
War Production Board
United States Public Health Service
Minton Seeks Governorship With Insurance Platform
Sherman resident W J Minton announced his candidacy for governor with a platform centered on state life insurance. He plans to offer coverage under 60 a month per 100, and provide 60 monthly payments to citizens over 65, plus death and burial benefits. He also signaled runs for 1946 primaries and 1948.
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W. J. Minton
Sherman
State
Democratic Executive Committee
Minton
Grayson County
Good Home Sunday Courier
W. H. Kittrell Jr
Truman asks V J Day be day of work
President Truman urged that V J Day be a work day rather than a holiday and asked reconversion urgency guide observance. Labor Secretary Schwellenbach said the president also issued an order replacing V J Day with Aug 15 16 for war workers premium pay after earlier misinterpretation. Twenty five percent of hats sold to men are size 6 7/8.
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Washington
Truman
Schwellenbach
Denison Candy Maker Faces Federal Charge
Brooks Britton Simms Jr. operator of the Simms Candy and Tobacco Company of Denison, is bound on a $500 appearance bond after information filed in U S District Court charging violation of the U S food and drug act. Three cases allege candy prepared under insanitary conditions and adulterated with insects larvae and rat hairs. The case is set for the November term.
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Sherman
Brooks Britton Simms Jr
Simms Candy and Tobacco Company
Denison
U.S. District Court
U. S. District Attorney
War Production Board Revokes Fabric Order in October
The War Production Board announced revocation of its broad order M-388-A-B-C that diverted about 75 percent of civilian wool cotton and rayon for 134 low priced garments. A reduced program will shift priority to 89 apparel items starting Oct. 1.
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Washington
War Production Board Today
130 Octane Aviation Gas Revealed by War Agency
Washington reports that America has produced aviation gasoline with an octane rating over 130. The Petroleum Administration for War noted the super fuel while revoking certain refinery orders. The Army Petroleum Allocations Committee will continue to allocate these fuels to ensure orderly supply.
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Washington
America
The
Petroleum Administration For War
Army Petroleum Allocations Committee
Plane Sprays DDT In War On Polio
Rockford Illinois scientists and anxious residents watched as a B 25 bomber dispersed DDT over the Rockford metropolitan area in a bid to slow poliomyelitis. Sixty eight infants killed? [Note: Please skip. The text contains unclear detail.]
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Rockford
Ill
Canal Zone
Ambitious Sheriff Candidate Faces Odd Election Exchange
A county sheriff hopeful in a small Oklahoma town sought votes from a Black man. After a fervent speech the man said he was a second choice. The candidate then mused on eliminating the first choice by smear and asked who was the first choice, receiving the reply that it could be anyone.
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Oklahoma
Texas job losses total 31,252 across 11 cities
Revised figures from the regional war manpower commission show 31,252 layoffs in 11 Texas cities and industrial areas due to war contract cancellations. Dallas accounts for 18,750 job cuts followed by Fort Worth 5,109 and Houston 1,600 among others.
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Dallas
Regional War Manpower Commission
Texas
Houston
Fort Worth
Amarillo
Sherman
Texarkana
Waco
San Antonio
Beaumont
Tire Ration Rules Expanded in Fort Worth
In Fort Worth the OPA announces changes to Grade I passenger tire eligibility. Boards may issue up to five percent of passenger tire quotas in hardship cases for cars not used in occupational driving or change of address travel. Previously no provision existed for such cars. occupational use and residence change cars remain eligible within quotas. Restrictions on a fifth tire to replace an emergency spare are lifted.
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Fort Worth
M. P. Hanna
OPA
Ocean Bridegroom in Poetic Shore Walk
Lovers stroll the shore as the ocean rolls, the bride exclaims how wonderful Gerald is and the mood turns lyrical with waves and whispering wind.
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Gerald
Peach Crumble Pie and Peach Butter Recipes
A collection of Peach Crumble Pie steps from crust to filling and crumb topping plus a peach gelatin dessert and peach butter instructions. Includes dough preparation, filling ingredients, baking times, and variations with sugar honey and spices.
Dutch Peach Cake From A Home Recipe
A historical home recipe describes a peach cake with 114 cups sifted flour and 1 cup sugar mixed with salt and baking powder. Shortening egg and milk are folded in, batter spread two inches thick, peaches arranged on top, sugar cinnamon sprinkled, and baked at 350 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes. Serve hot with whipped cream or ice cream.
Peach dessert directions with syrup and cream
Time varies with peaches used. Baste peaches frequently with syrup in pan. Serve hot or cold with cream. Honey or corn syrup may be substituted for sugar. Serves 6.
Government lifts ban on singing telegrams nationwide
Washington reports the government has removed the ban on congratulatory and greeting telegrams. New orders allow Western Union to transmit singing telegrams again and to use messengers for other purposes besides telegram delivery.
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Washington
Western Union
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