War economy surges as US output tops 1941
The Office of War Information reports a six month 1942 output 50 percent higher than all 1941 production with 40 plants earning E pennants. Bombers at Willow Run hit one per hour, Liberty ships built in 42 days, cargo ships up overall, and crop yields projected record highs.
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Willow Run
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War era oddities and notices across the states
A jumble of brief vignettes from U S towns recounts wartime quirks and civic moments. Minnie Mueller paints over Made in Japan labels. James Tito marks 25 years since WWI enlistment. blackouts hit major regions. diverse incidents include jaywalking tickets, paddles for fraternities, and police actions amid rationing and war measures.
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Wis
Minnie Mueller
Japan
Pearl Harbor
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