Army demobilization ceremony honors GIs with soft music
The Army discharges thousands weekly in a ceremonious process. Soldiers receive discharge papers, have uniforms prepared, and view clips highlighting civilian life plus GI benefits. The staged farewell includes counseling, job guidance, and a final auditorium ceremony with decorations and a benediction.
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Washington
Army
U.S. A
Red Cross
Kentucky
George C. Marshall
America
Plants Grow Again Where Bombs Hit
Nagasaki shows plant shoots reappearing after the Aug 9 atomic blast, according to Kyushu Imperial University scientists cited by Tokyo radio via United Press. The report outlines three bodily effects from the bomb and suggests boiling water might remove radioactive elements.
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San Francisco
Nagasaki
Kyushu Imperial University
Tokyo Radio
United Press
Tokyo
Divorce Petition Against Arthur Orr in Grayson County
The State of Texas to Arthur Orr is commanded to appear and answer the plaintiff Alma Jo Orr by 10 a.m. on the first Monday after 42 days from issuance of this citation. the date is Monday October 15, 1945. The suit, No. 53839, filed August 25, 1945, seeks divorce on grounds of cruel treatment. Issued August 28, 1945 by S. V. Earnest, Clerk, with Deputy Nancy Drake. 4T Sept. 27.
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State of Texas
Arthur Orr
A. D
District Court of
Grayson County
Court House
Sherman
Texas
Alma Jo Orr
S. V. Earnest
Grayson
County
Nancy Drake
Physical Checkup Indicated For All School Children
Austin health official Dr. Geo W. Cox urges parents to vaccinate children before school starts and ensure immunity to smallpox and diphtheria. He advises a medical and dental exam before school to detect and correct any weaknesses, ensuring children start school in good physical condition.
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Austin
Geo. W. Cox
Cox
New Fabric From Chicken Feathers
U S Rubber Co Passaic New Jersey develops fabric from chicken and turkey feathers. The material resembles wool and is intended for suits dresses sweaters and other apparel. Annual waste of 100 million pounds of chicken feathers and 30 million pounds of turkey feathers spurred research.
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U. S. Rubber Co
Passaic
N. J
United States
Flying Tigers Leader Claire Chennault Born in Commerce Texas
Maj. Gen. Claire Chennault, famed commander of the Flying Tigers, was born in Commerce Texas, according to the article. The piece notes his origins amid a feature on his wartime achievements and legacy.
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Claire Chennault
The
Flying Tigers
Commerce
Texas
Army Acts to Demobilize After Surrender
The War Department lowered discharge criteria as Japan surrendered and the U S Army announced more personnel would become eligible for immediate release. President Truman urged speedy returns home while noting ongoing need to defeat remaining Japanese militarism.
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Washington
America
Japan
War Department
Truman
Germany
Ushers Clap Through Encore Threat At Lewiston Stadium
A concert crowd at Lewiston Stadium saw two ushers in a lively exchange about clapping. One urged continued applause while the other warned of overtime after one more encore, reflecting playful fan behavior reported by The New Yorker.
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Lewisohn Stadium
The
New Yorker
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