Veterans Affairs Q and A on pensions and service
The document answers common VA pension questions. It states venereal disease claims are not presumed due to willful misconduct if the service member reports and seeks treatment. It notes only one pension award may be paid to any person based on their own service, but survivor pension continues. It confirms apportionment of disability pensions to noncustodial children and sometimes a separated wife, and explains non service pension limits and increases after ten years or at age 65. It defines active service for WWII for cadets and midshipmen after Dec 7 1941, and outlines payment of adjudicated claims after a veteran’s death including to widow, children, or dependents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Army
Navy
United States Military Academy
West Point
Veterans Administration
United States Naval Academy
United States Coast Guard Academy
Boy Cries OverExpected Visit Peter a Rabbit
A youngster awaits his cousin Peter with high expectation. Upon meeting he bursts into tears, exclaiming he thought Peter was a rabbit. The moment reveals a mix of disappointment and surprise in a playful family vignette.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peter
If We Could Call Them Back Poem by Frank Jensen
Poem written after the father’s passing by Dallas resident Frank Jensen reflects on life, loss, and acceptance. It contemplates whether to call loved ones back from peace or continue onward, urging courage to travel on despite grief.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Jensen
Dallas
U S Commits to 145000 Tons Natural Rubber Purchase
The United States will buy 145000 long tons of natural rubber from Britain France and Holland for 23 4% cents per pound in the second half of the year. Prices rise from prior rates and may trigger higher domestic rubber costs or a subsidy. Britain will reopen Malayan markets and stabilize prices at 23 4% cents per pound for available rubber.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
United States
Britain
France
Holland
State Department
London
U. S. Rubber Development Corporation
South America
Siam
Philippines
Africa
Notice of Divorce Citation in Grayson County Texas
Citation No 54847 issued to Hiram Randolph commands appearance by 10 AM on Monday September 15 1946 before the Honorable District Court in Sherman Texas. Plaintiff Vera Randolph filed July 31 1946 alleging divorce on cruel treatment. issued July 31 1946 by Clerk S V Earnest with deputy Nancy Drake.
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State of Texas
Hiram Randolph
A. D
District Court of
Grayson County
Court House
Sherman
Texas
Vera Randolph
S. V. Earnest
Nancy Drake
Enlistment terms and retirement options outlined for veterans
The text lays out enlistment age ranges from 18 to 34 with parental consent for 17 year olds, reenlistment rules for active and former service members, a $50 per year reenlistment bonus within three months of discharge, a 20 day reenlistment furlough, and retirement options including half pay after 20 years rising to three quarters after 30, with full prior service credit. It also notes GI Bill benefits for those enlisting by October 5, 1946 and branch choice on 3 year enlistments.
Pay Scales for Overseas Service and Crews
Pay scales indicate a 20 percent increase for overseas service, 50 percent for members of flying or glider crews, and a 5 percent pay increase for every three years of service.
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Magnolia
Gosnell
Whitewright Lumber Co
Kingston Drug Store
Denison
Rexall
Boyce House
U.S
Oregon State
Kodak
Jerry Boren
South Side Square
Cardus
L. LaRoe & Co
Taw
B.f.goodrich
Silvertown
Yellow Cab
Louisville
Thomas A. Ballantine
B.f.goodricith
Lew Lehr
M. D. On
BC Network
Blanton Home & Auto Supply
B.f.goode
Glen Earnheart
Whitewright, Texas
Lester Haile
Warriors of Peace
Voice of the Army
Mark Warnew
Harry Wismer
Post Office
Denison, Texas
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