Veterans of This War Could Form Most Powerful Political Bloc
Washington reports that 10 million or more veterans and their relatives may become the era's strongest political force. After demobilization, many veterans will return to civilian life, affecting employment, labor unions, and national policy. The piece cites past veteran groups like the Grand Army of the Republic and The American Legion, and notes tax concessions and federal job preferences as early impacts.
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Washington
House of Representatives
Grand Army of the Republic
Lee
Appomattox
American Legion
Paris
Veterans of
The
Legion
Pearl Harbor
Richmond
Congress
Selective Service
Address changes needed to avoid misdirected Sun mail
The notice urges readers to inform the paper of any address change to prevent misdeliveries. It explains Uncle Sam returns 2¢ for each incorrect Sun mail and requests readers to notify in advance if a change is anticipated to save costs.
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The
Sun
Uncle Sam
Planes Are Steeds As Men in Armor Go to Battle Again
The Eighth Air Force in England has outfitted crews with thin steel breast and back armor to deflect low velocity missiles like flak. The armor, worn by waist and turret gunners, can be released instantly. A gunner reportedly saved from a marble sized fragment by the plates, which bent on impact.
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Washington
Knights In Armor
Uncle Sam
War Department
Eighth Air Force
England
Mrs Franklin D Roosevelt Denies WAAC Immorality Rumors
At a Washington press conference Mrs Roosevelt attacked rumors accusing WAACs in North Africa of immorality as Nazi propaganda. She noted similar propaganda surfaced when Allied nations mobilized women for service and urged skepticism of such campaigns.
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Washington
Franklin D. Roosevelt
North Africa
England
Canada
Sherman Locker Plant Files Bankruptcy Petition
Lienholders of the Grayson County Frozen Food and Locker Co have filed to sell the Sherman plant free of liens. Judge Batell set the sale for June 15 at 2 p m at the plant. The voluntary bankruptcy petition lists assets at 22181.24 and liabilities at 18941.60. Plant operations continue until the case is resolved.
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Sherman
Eisenhower Named Outstanding Father of 1943
New York report says Dwight D. Eisenhower was selected as the outstanding father of 1943 by the national Father’s Day committee. Cabled from North Africa the Allied leader was praised for sterling leadership and inspiration to the youth. He has a son, John, a cadet at the U. S. Military Academy.
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New York
Dwight D. Eisenhower
North Africa
John
U. S. Military Academy
Maggie the chimp and her shoe ration dilemma
In Jacksonville Maggie the 2 year old chimpanzee learned to wear a dress and shoes to entertain at tea under zookeeper Andy Roth Jr. She now fusses without shoes and has outgrown her old pair, with no shoe ration stamp available and a plan to seek a special order from the rationing board.
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Jacksonville, Fla
Andy Roth Jr
Jacksonville Municipal
Maggie
Roth
Tire Situation Still Critical Says Jeffers
Rubber Director William Jeffers warned the tire situation remains critical and ordered that repairable tires not be sent to reclaiming plants. He urged all usable tires to be made available as quickly as possible for retreading or temporary repair.
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Washington
William Jeffers
Jeffers
Fish Invade Crops as New Pest in Michigan Farmlands
Bolles Harbor Michigan reports farmers battling floodwaters from the Raisen River and hungry carp that ruin newly planted crops. Locusts, corn borers, and Japanese beetles are joined by fish as pests in the Southeast Michigan area.
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Bolles Harbor
Mich
Michigan
Raisen
Resident Clashes Endanger Crops and Fish
Reports say residents confront looting fish by spearing with pitch forks and clubbing with baseball bats while crops like beans and potatoes are also being digested. The actions point to widespread tensions over food shortages and resource access.
Morgenthau Plans Bond Drives Every Four Months
Treasury Secretary Morgenthau announces a new government war loan drive will be conducted at four month intervals, up to four times a year, for the duration of the war.
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Washington
Treasury
Morgenthau
For Sale 1936 Two-Door Master Chevrolet Ad
Want ads announce a 1936 two door Master Chevrolet for sale with fair tires and contact via phone number 152. The brief item presents a simple classified notice seeking a buyer.
P-38 Once Feared as a Coffin Soars on Mediterranean Front
Allied fighters praise the P-38 Lightning for versatility and long range in the Mediterranean. The twin-fuselage aircraft proves effective as bomber escort, strafing weapon, and ship hunter. Pilots report top morale, reliable performance, and few in-flight failures despite battles and heavy damage.
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Daniel DeLuce
Allied
North Africa
Carl Spaatz
Bill Hoelle
San Mateo
Calif
Hoover Warns of Imminent Food Shortage Nationwide
Former President Herbert Hoover told the American Farm Bureau Federation in New York that U S food supplies are dwindling while demand rises, forecasting a world shortage lasting four to six years. He warned Americans face a tighter supply next winter and spring, though starvation is not anticipated.
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New York
Herbert Hoover
Hoover
American Farm Bureau Federation
sacrifice and sacrifice in the name of freedom tribute
A patriotic poem by Edgar A. Guest reflects on sacrifice for country and the high price of freedom. The text ends with a note about Britain where 20 cigarettes cost 47 cents, with 37 cents tax.
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Britain
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