Milkweed Pod Harvest Campaign In Frederick County
Frederick County farmers and groups are urged to pause mowing milkweed areas until pods are harvested around September 1. The War Food Administration, aided by the USDA War Board, aims to collect 1.5 million pounds of floss for life jackets and gear, paying 20 cents per bag of air dried pods. An August 21 organizational meeting at the County Court House will coordinate picking, bag use, and collection sites.
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U. S. D. A. War Board
County Court House
County War Board
War Board
Soil Conservation Service
War News Shows Hitler on the Defensive Across Fronts
The Allied invasion of southern France advances with the Maquis surge threatening Hitler’s hold. In Normandy the 7th Army takes a bloody toll while on the Russian front Red Armies press toward East Prussia and Warsaw. Eisenhower cautions that German strength remains formidable though overextended. Hitler faces morale and retreat risks as he battles to defend a widening front.
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Lost Wallet Promises Reward for Return
A lost wallet containing a key and valuable papers was found. The finder may keep the money if the wallet is returned to Carl W. Lamp in Stephenson, contact phone 3027. Notice appears August 15.
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Carl W. Lamp
Stephenson
Reading of wartime resolve to secure central Europe
The speaker emphasizes a substantial effort ahead to secure key routes and territories, warning against neglect of Rhine and Oder rivers and urging vigilance before advancing on Berlin. The tone stresses collective resolve and the gravity of military tasks.
Montgomery Status Unchanged as Eisenhower Deputy Commander
A SHAEF statement says Gen. Bernard Montgomery remains field commander of all ground forces under Gen. Eisenhower who retains no direct personal command beyond his usual role. Allied forces in France and the Mediterranean are restructured under Wilson and Montgomery’s position remains stable as operations unfold.
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Mediterranean
Bulgaria to hear policy on foreign stance in session
Berlin broadcast reports Bulgaria’s Parliament will convene an extraordinary session to hear a statement on the nation’s foreign policy. Unconfirmed reports from Turkey and other Mediterranean listening posts have suggested Bulgaria may seek an exit from the war or negotiate an armistice through Turkey.
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Troubles Multiply For Motorist
Emmett Sullivan of Sedalia Missouri faced multiple summonses after an IRS notice asked him to explain why his car lacked a use stamp. A second summons appeared on the windshield, and a later notice charged him with overtime parking at police headquarters.
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Emmett Sullivan
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Sullivan
Idaho liquor chief warns customers to bring their own wrap
Boise Idaho August 16. Supt L W Rawson of the Idaho liquor dispensary says he cannot obtain paper bags and wrapping paper and customers who want their bottled goods wrapped must bring their own wrapping paper or sack.
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Idaho
L. W. Rawson
Idaho Liquor Dispensary
Australian veterans complaint about New York heat
New York reports Australian veterans of the African Desert and Equatorial jungle campaigns say their only complaint about the city is the heat. They have arrived for overseas visitors and are adjusting to the climate after long service.
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New York
Allied forces mop up in Empoli as Florence food aided
Eight Army troops mopped up German resistance in Empoli on the Arno south bank. The Italian front remained largely unchanged with Florence shelling tapering off. The Allied government feeds about three fourths of Florence’s population though many suburban areas remain cut off from food.
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Star News Summary Card
Local readers get a compact digest of Complete Coverage Of Local National World Events. The Star promises all major stories delivered succinctly in its daily summary card.
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