Warnings on War Costs and Government Spending
The piece argues civilians must bear wartime sacrifices and critiques secrecy around war costs. It cites a projected $70 billion federal budget, a $28 billion annual deficit, and three actions: cut non military items, create a board to curb waste, and balance the wartime budget with tax measures. It endorses Byrd’s cuts and stronger fiscal controls to avoid economic collapse.
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Harry Byrd
Hoover Commission
Senator Byrd
Europe
Army Receives Large Beer Gift for Korea Troops
The Army accepted 1 200 000 cans of beer from Schlitz and Blatz of Wisconsin for GIs in Korea after temporary cuts in 1 a day rations. Rations were restored after protests and threats of investigation by congressmen. Undersecretary Archibald S. Alexander telegraphed thanks to the brewers.
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Washington, D. C
Korea
Schlitz and Blatz Brewing Companies
Wisconsin
Army
Archibald S. Alexander
Third Grader Tops On Army GI Test
In Atlanta at the Induction Center an African American child with third grade schooling achieved the highest score to date on the Army intelligence test, while the lowest score was posted by a college junior with a three year football record.
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Atlanta
Atlanta Induction Center
Army
Beulah Sanders Expresses Gratitude for Hospital Visits
The note thanks friends for each card and visit during her hospital stay and asks God to bless them all.
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Beulah Sanders
J. W. Heflin
Ollie Belle Johnson
Helen Harvey
Lillian Page
Lou Ann
Whitewright
Dallas
Leland May
Coolidge
Arizona
Lack of Teeth Not Bar to Army Induction
An Army order issued Sept. 14 allows toothless men who are otherwise fit to be inducted, restoring World War II era standards. The directive has not yet reached all induction centers.
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Washington
Army
Babe Ruth Quips About Travel After Season
The famed slugger Ruth speaks to reporters during a press conference, quipping that a wealthy friend wants to take him around the world after the season, but he would rather go some place else.
Father Seeks Court After Daughter Returns At 4 A M
An irate father confronts a suitor over bringing his daughter home at dawn. The man explains he must start work at 7:00, prompting a confrontation that hints at a larger family dispute.
Last Words Quote On Jim's Final Remark
A fragment notes Jim's supposed last words, quoting him saying This tastes like the real stuff. The line, presented as a sharp final remark, echoes a grim moment captured in this brief wartime era report.
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Jim
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