Readjustment and widow benefits for WWII veterans
A reader asks about readjustment allowances, waivers of National Service Life Insurance premiums, widow’s pension after separation, and outpatient treatment. Answers specify eligibility windows, no automatic premium waivers after six months’ disability, potential refund rights, widow eligibility on death if otherwise eligible, and service connected outpatient care at VA facilities or by local physicians.
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Veterans Administration
Ford's Answer A Model for a Lasting Marriage
A favorite Henry Ford tale recalls the Fords' fiftieth anniversary. When asked the secret of a long marriage, Ford replied that the formula is the same as making a successful car, stick to the same model.
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Henry Ford
Ford
Veterans Administration Sees Growth in World War II Veterans
The Veterans Administration reports 18,188,000 living veterans, with 14,267,000 from World War II and 3,921,000 from earlier conflicts or still receiving benefits. It urges first time GI Bill students to apply now for eligibility and entrance to schools, warning of possible delays. VA Cemeteries will be limited to certain veterans, and VA notes a surge in GI home loan applications in April to about 51,000, up from March and last September.
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Veterans Administration
War Department
Hair Comb Nails Paint Mug Catching Men
A playful line celebrates grooming and grooming tools as a lure for men, with a rhythmic chant about grooming items like combs nails paint and mug to attract male attention.
Grow Perennial Flowers From Seed Courtesy Ferry-Morse Seed Co
Grow your own perennial flowers from seed to save money and add color. Seeds cost only a few cents per packet and generous plants follow with proper care. Start seeds with annuals, transplanting size early to endure approaching cold weather. Use a prepared seed bed or seed box with good loam and humus, sheltered from sun and wind. Mix tiny seeds with sand, press into soil, and keep moist. Begin with perennials like Columbine, Coreopsis, Hollyhock, Painted Daisy, Sweet William, hardy pinks, alyssum, and violas. Germination takes longer than annuals. expect sprouts in two to three weeks.
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Ferry-Morse Seed Co
Orders Rise for New Cars Nationwide
The National Automobile Dealers Association reports dealers hold more new car orders on hand than ever, about twice their fill rate this year. Cancellations since January 1 have been negligible, with orders since July 31, 1945, guiding the study. Dealers filled only 30 percent of orders, while demand exceeds factory output. Cancellations for the period total about 16 percent, mostly in 1946.
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Washington
National Automobile Dealers Association
Denison Dam Power Total Declines In April Output
Tulsa Oklahoma April hydroelectric output from the Denison plant owned by the Southwest Power Administration totaled 18,164,000 kilowatt hours, reported by administrator Douglas G. Wright. The figure reflects April production as part of a broader energy generation program.
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Tulsa
Okla
Douglas G. Wright
The
Southwest Power Administration
Denison
Notice to Interested Parties in Grayson County Estate Case
Public notice commands the Sheriff or a constable to publish for at least ten days in a Grayson County newspaper. It cites W. J. Sappenfeild as Administrator of Frank A. McMahon estate and notes final settlement account filed May 22, 1947. A hearing is set for June 9, 1947 at 10 a.m. in Sherman County Court.
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State of
Texas
Grayson County
Frank A. McMahon
W. J. Sappenfeild
Said
Sherman
Frank A. McMahan
J. C. Buchanan
J.C. Buchanan
Iva Medlin
Government Revenue Totaling 67038.25 Dollars
The government reports revenue totaling 67038.25 dollars. Octopi cannot walk or live out of water longer than about three hours, highlighting limits on mobility and habitat requirements for these animals.
Lonesome Bill Learns Of 48726 Foolish Ways In Letter
A humorous letter from L B recounts lessons while musing on cotton prices and human folly. He jokes about 48726 ways to fool oneself, notes the telephone strike, and contrasts telltale gossip with other communication. He describes a hunter’s tall tale and mocks himself to end the note.
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Johnson Grass
Dangers of Face Lifts Highlighted by Aunt Minnie Tale
A wary speaker recalls Aunt Minnie who visited a plastic surgeon for wrinkles. The doctor allegedly overdid the procedure, causing her face to lift unnaturally whenever she raises her eyebrows, a cautionary note on cosmetic surgery risks.
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Minnie
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