Postwar shortages linger despite Nazi defeat
Washington officials say victory in Europe does not end home front hardships. Gasoline will inch up with 50 percent A card relief and B card business use. other staples remain tight through 1946 with continued rationing and strategic shortages in food tires clothing shoes and travel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Europe
Ralph K. Davis
Pacific
War Food Administration
U. S
East Indies
OPA
ODT
Congressional
Cancer Takes Three Times as Many U S Lives Since Pearl Harbor
New York reports cancer deaths surpass wartime losses, with 1943 figures showing cancer killing about 120 per 1000 population versus polio and tuberculosis. The American Cancer Society warns 30 to 50 percent of deaths are preventable, calls for more funds, and notes government lag in aid as campaigns expand nationwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Pearl Harbor
American Cancer Society
D. Ludvig Hekton
Chicago Tumor Institute
Congress
Field Army of the
Cancer legislation coverage and reporting rules by state
The passage notes a disposal setup with annual costs between $100 000 and $200 000 yet finds only 11 states with specific cancer legislation and 16 states that require cancer to be reportable by law.
Lincoln speeches highlight brief, poignant public moments
The piece recalls two terse yet moving Lincoln remarks at flag raising and departing Springfield, emphasizing his humility and faith. It also notes Memphis Central High School alumni including Congressman Clifford Davis, referencing the Urschel kidnapping tie to Davis and the nickname Machine Gun Kelly.
Ex-students praise Kelly in Ring Lardner description
The excerpt lauds Kelly as one of the best in his line, noting the ex-students of C. H. S. admire his work. Ring Lardner provides vivid description, capturing a sharp, comic moment with a memorable line about a look.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kelly
Ring Lardner
Wool tickle may aid skin health say researchers
London reports that the Wool Industries Research Association cautions against claiming elimination of the tickle in wool. Dr. R. H. Wilson notes the tickle is an idiosyncrasy with no full explanation but may have hygienic value in stimulating skin and regulating circulation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Wool Industries Research Assn
Association
R. H. Wilson
Tax delinquency notice for land in Sherman Grayson Co Texas
Citation informs L Fillehsmidt unknown heirs and all claimants of Lot 7 8 Block 5 Shannon Heights Addition Sherman Grayson County Texas that tax due totals 63 61 state and 41 07 county. Suit filed for collection and foreclosure to be heard June 25 1945 at Grayson County District Court Sherman. Court clerk S V Earnest signs. 3M24
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State OF
Texas
Grayson
L. Fillehsmidt
Commissioners Court
District Court
Grayson County
Sherman
A. D
S. V. Earnest
Nancy Drake
Notice to heirs on final report of estate in Grayson County
Court summons all interested in the estate of J. H. M. Fitzpatrick deceased. C P Noe administrator filed final report in Grayson County Court. Hearing set for the first Monday after ten days service, May 1945 in Sherman Court House.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State OF
Texas
Grayson County
Grayson
J. H. M. Fitzpatrick
C. P. Noe
City of
Sherman
A. D
J. C. Buchanan
Byra Medlin
Waiting staff verdict on war ends in sass
A waiter proclaims the war may be ending soon after a customer sassed him. The exchange turns on a small, tense moment in a dining room, highlighting how everyday snubs echo broader hopes for peace.
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Private Jones
Etrina
Bolling Field
Society
National Cancer Institute
Bethseda
National Advisory Council
Uncle Sam
Community Public Service Company
Boyce House
Lincoln
Treasury
Springfield
Ment
J. W
Johnnie” Weaver
Tire Company
Seiberling Tires
Denison
S. Crockett
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