CATCHING THE WORLD LINES

books into the hands of overseas troops would very soon become far more important—as well as logistically challenging, given the size and weight of hardbacks. The solution was to distribute paperbacks, which had been introduced to the United States by Pocket Books in 1939. At a time when most hardbacks cost two dollars or more—$33 in today’s dollars—Pocket Books printed 38 million 25-cent paperbacks in 1943 alone. Its success persuaded other publishers that it would make commercial sense to work with the military on a program to print books for soldiers, the assumption being that to do so would create a new market for inexpensive paperback reprints after the war. Thinking along closely similar lines,  Time , the  New Yorker , and other magazines created miniaturized “pony editions” for servicemen. Thus, the Armed Services Editions, which were published by a civilian organization called the Council on Books in Wartime—compact, oblong, two-column-wide paperbacks that were design...

Great Depression & World War 11, 1929—1945 Part 4; World War II Had U.S. Involved. U.S. involvement in the Second World War was quickly followed by a massive mobilization effort. With millions of men and women serving overseas in the nation's armed forces, most of those who remained at home dedicated themselves to supporting the war effort in whatever means was available to them. Women, who had worked as homemakers or had held jobs outside military-related industries, took jobs in aircraft manufacturing plants, munitions plants, military uniform production factories, and so on. As the need for steel and other resources increased, American citizens participated in rationing programs, as well as recycling and scrap metal drives. Americans also supported the war effort with their hard-earned dollars by purchasing Liberty bonds. Sold by the U.S. government, the bonds raised money for the war and helped the bond purchasers feel they were doing their part for the war effort. Photos W...

The War In Europe, 1939–1941 History:  The German conquest of Poland in September 1939 was the first demonstration in war of the new theory of high-speed armoured warfare that had been adopted by the Germans when their rearmament began. Poland was a country all too well suited for such a demonstration. Its frontiers were immensely long—about 3,500 miles in all; and the stretch of 1,250 miles adjoining German territory had recently been extended to 1,750 miles in all by the German occupation of Bohemia-Moravia and of Slovakia, so that Poland’s southern flank became exposed to invasion—as the northern flank, facing East Prussia, already was. Western Poland had become a huge salient that lay between Germany’s jaws. See the historical background of the world war II @ https://catchingworldlines.blogspot.com/2024/07/historical-background-of-world-war-2.html It would have been wiser for the Polish Army to assemble farther back, behind the natural defense line formed by the Vistula and San...

World War II Events / Bismarck Battleship.  Part 3 The German Air Force, or Luftwaffe, was also the best force of its kind in 1939. It was a ground-cooperation force designed to support the Army, but its planes were superior to nearly all Allied types. In the rearmament period from 1935 to 1939 the production of German combat aircraft steadily mounted. The table shows the production of German aircraft by years. The standardization of engines and airframes gave the Luftwaffe an advantage over its opponents. Germany had an operational force of 1,000 fighters and 1,050 bombers in September 1939. The Allies actually had more planes in 1939 than Germany did, but their strength was made up of many different types, some of them obsolescent. The corresponding table shows the number of first-line military aircraft available to the Allies at the outbreak of war. Know more on how second world war made America @  https://catchingworldlines.blogspot.com/2024/07/how-second-world-war-made-am...

World War II: Germany invading Poland Part 2               See photos Also called: Second World War Date : September 3, 1939 - September 2, 1945 Participants: Canada China France Germany India Italy Japan Soviet Union United Kingdom United States Major Events: Battle of Crete atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki Battle of Saipan Battle of Moscow Invasion of Poland Key People: Winston Churchill Adolf Hitler Alessandro Pertini Franklin D. Roosevelt Edward O’Hare Along with World War I. World War II began in Europe on September 1, 1939, when Germany invaded Poland. Great Britain and France responded by declaring war on Germany on September 3. The war between the U.S.S.R. and Germany began on June 22, 1941, with Operation Barbarossa, the German invasion of the Soviet Union. Also read the historical background of world war II@   https://catchingworldlines.blogspot.com/2024/07/historical-background-of-world-war-2.html ) World War II was one of the...

THE HISTORY OF WORLD WAR II. Part 1 Introduction .                World War Armies Photos World War II was the biggest and deadliest war in history, involving more than 30 countries. Sparked by the 1939 Nazi invasion of Poland, the war dragged on for six bloody years until the Allies defeated Nazi Germany and Japan in 1945. The conflict would take more lives and destroy more land and property around the globe than any previous war. Among the estimated 60-80 million people killed were 6 million Jews murdered in Nazi concentration camps as part of Hitler's diabolical "Final Solution," now known as the Holocaust. Civilians made up an estimated 50-55 million deaths from the war. Military comprised 21-25 million lives lost. This brought about world war 11 Germany invasion, history Link  https://catchingworldlines.blogspot.com/2024/07/world-war-ii-germany-invading-poland.html World War II in the Pacific (1941-43) With Britain facing Germany in Euro...

History was made yesterday 20th July 2024,as an NGO known as Teku charitable foundation embarked on an Education scholarship and Free medical care outreach program to the people okwagbe community in Ughelli south Local Government area of Delta state. The Convener Elohor Omoko said the occasion was in commemoration of her late father’s 20th Remembrance anniversary Late Mr Edward Teku Boyi Omoko Alias(Ojele) who was an advocate of Education of the boy and girl child. The Teku charitable foundation on Friday 19th July 2024 awarded scholarship to university level of four students of both st Vincent college and okwagbe secondary school respectively,One ufuomaefe Batholomew SS3 student of st Vincent’s college okwagbe was given scholarship to university level as well. Also read:   https://catchingworldlines.blogspot.com/2024/07/comedian-brain-jotter-confirmed-owner.html Men women and children were given  free medical care for their teeth’s,eyes and others. The children of okwagbe com...

Brain Jotter currently has 5 houses  3 houses in Lagos and 2 in Abuja  He has over 5 cars with a Mercedes G wagon that costs 500m  He charges over 8 million for a skit to promote a brand .  He makes over 20 million from Facebook and Instagram views and gifts .  He makes 250 million yearly from YouTube . When he started many people said he was not funny , some said they are tired of seeing him in same outfit , some even say they hate the way he talks . Some said he is always trying to talk down on women not having nyash . Some say he will disappear before he knows it but here is he today .  Every great person was once faught and even rejected  but they kept going. If you are doing something right and great , keep going , no one believes in someone who is still struggling and if you stop evidence no go dey say u try . Just like God blessed Brain Jotter’s hustle , him go bless your own. Source-Facebook user.

BREAKING: TRADITIONALIST DEMAND FOR T.R.K. AS ACADEMIC SUBJECT. Just in: About eight (8) hours ago Nigeria Traditionalists want traditional religious knowledge as subject in schools, just like how other religions have their subjects. What’s your take on this ?

John D. Rockfeller was once the richest man in the world. The first billionaire in the world. By age 25, he controlled one of the largest oil refineries in the US. By age 31, he had become the world’s largest oil refiner. By age 38, he commanded 90% of the oil refined in the U.S.                     Rockefeller's Photos  By 50, he was the richest man in the country. As a young man, every decision, attitude, and relationship was tailored to create his personal power and wealth. But at the age of 53, he became ill. His entire body became racked with pain and he lost all of his hair. In complete agony, the world’s only billionaire could buy anything he wanted, but he could only digest soup and crackers. An associate wrote, He could not sleep, would not smile and nothing in life meant anything to him. His personal, highly skilled physicians predicted he would die within a year. That year passed agonizingly slowly. As he approached death...

A pastor in one of the christian denomination in Nigeria has committed "Child Abuse" during baptism. People's children were been baptized in an unbelievable method that drew attention of life repairers. Not everyone that holds the microphone 🎤 is a true Bible scholar. A man who claimed to be a pastor holds member's children to a new built stream in form of river for baptism. See Video 📷  .                Unexpected Baptism Video   Behold, he started throwing the children inside and outside the water in a hard form over 3 times per a child, all in the name of baptism. Also read Toronto happenings @  https://catchingworldlines.blogspot.com/2024/07/drake-shows-video-of-flooded-mansion-as.html According to our source on face book medium, a question was raised by Facebook user that what is wrong with Nigeria pastors ? No cogent answer has be given even as answers are been expected. Please kindly leave your comment with us in our comme...

Mrs E.B.Sunday Photo Congratulations Hon Ejayeta Beauty Sunday as you have been successfully sworn in a member of the 8th Local Assembly in Ughelli South. As a leader in Democracy and Good Governance, In the spirit of Viable Youth for Good Governance I urge you in your personification to always stand firm as patriotic citizen who's qualify to represent your good people in the local assembly; to exercise and discharge functions and duties in the areas of legislature powers that  include passing laws, establishing the government's budget, confirming executive appointments, ratifying treaties, investigating the executive branch, but not always eager to impeach and removing of office members of the executive and judiciary expect the need arise, however, redressing constituents' grievances. Accept my outmost deepest heart gratitude congratulating you this day in essence of bringing the democracy dividends closer to your people. Congratulations 🎉. Watch more photos: Also read— T...

Drake shows video of flooded mansion as torrential rain batters toronto lex harvey, CNN Canadian rapper Drake shared a video of him wading through what appears to be his waterlogged Toronto mansion Tuesday, after the city was hit by a torrential rainstorm that caused widespread flooding and power outages. More rain fell in a four-hour period Tuesday in Canada’s largest city than Toronto’s average rainfall for the month of July, submerging city streets, shuttering highways and subway stations, and leaving tens of thousands of people without power. More than 97 millimeters (about 3.82 inches) of rain were recorded at Toronto’s Pearson International Airport, the airport wrote on X Tuesday afternoon, making it the fifth wettest day ever recorded. Tuesday also shattered the previous rainfall record for July 16, set in 1941 when 25.9 millimeters (1 inch) fell at the airport, the post said. Heavy rains hammered Toronto, leaving motorists stranded on July 16, 2024. - Richard Lautens/Toronto St...

On a congratulatory note, the Executive and Member's of the esteem cogent existing NGO functioning in form of pressure group due to it aims and objectives (Viable Youth for Good Governance Reg.No. CDD/USLG/3016/15) earnestly CONGRATULATE Dr Lucky I. Avweromre the elected Executive Chairman and Hon Happy Mukoro the Vice Chairman of Ughelli South local Government Area. Also read @ https://catchingworldlines.blogspot.com/2024/03/vygg-1st-annual-conference-3yrs.html On the same vein, the organization also in joy congratulate the Ughelli South 8th legislative member's of the council. Comr Edewor Otighoarievwen who's the executive coordinator of Viable Youth for Good Governance has on behalf of the Member's and prominent organization office holder's encourage as in part of congratulations that; The Council Chairman Dr Lucky Avweromre should in his brilliant capacity rule as executive chairman and  the true nature of legislative functions, duties and proceedings be d...

URHOBO OIL AND GAS NATIONALITY PRESENT U.O.G.F. VOLUME 1— DTHA. The Urhobo hierarchy class in Nigeria on the 17th july, 2024 presented publication volume 1 on "The Urhobo Oil And Gas Facilities" to the honourable members of the Delta State House Of Assembly. 1. The Urhobo people of Nigeria have contributed alot and still contributing to the overall growth of Nigeria but have received too little in return inspite of our enermous contribution. A careful look at the cause of these marginalization and deprivation has shown that the cause is due to the fact that in Nigeria, people do not get what they deserve but what they bargain for. In this Regard, we have decided as Urhobo Sons and Daughters to cry out against these injustices in Nigeria against the Urhobo Ethnic Nationality of Delta State. We have gone to the National Assembly to make a presentation to Our Senators and Reps. We have also decided to engage you today with some of our domestic pains and also suggest to you as o...

Warning Regarding the Assets of the Late Olorogun Barr. Kenneth O. Gbagi. It has come to our attention that certain individuals are attempting to sell and mismanage the assets and properties of the late [Olorogun Barr. Kenneth O. Gbagi], who recently passed away. This notice is to inform the general public, potential buyers, and interested parties of the following: 1. Illegitimate Sales: Any assets, properties, or business interests of the late [Olorogun Barr. Kenneth O. Gbagi] currently being offered for sale are being sold without the proper legal authority. 2. Liability Warning: Any individual or entity purchasing or engaging in transactions involving the deceased’s assets from unauthorized parties will be held liable under the law. Such transactions are deemed illegal and void, and purchasers may face legal consequences, including financial loss and litigation. 3. Payment Instructions: Any payment for any of the deceased’s business transactions must be made to the accounts and busi...

It has be reveal by the Senior Special Assistant on media to the Delta State Governor whose name is Mr Ossai Ovie Success, that; the Delta State Governor Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori has saved N14 billion for the newly elected council chairmen to start fulfilling their campaign promises. Ossai affirmed Governor Oborevwori as an astute manager of men and resources as the N14 billion fund accruing to the 25 local councils in the state for the past three months will enable the council chairmen to fulfill their campaign promises. Furthermore, the source said the Governor's management skills and transparency while praising the governor for ensuring the funds were not misused.  He emphasized that the Governor's administration has not borrowed money in over a year, demonstrating prudent financial management. “The N14 billion fund accruing to the 25 local councils in the state for the past three months will be made available to the newly elected council chairmen, enabling them to commence...

BREAKING: The Supreme Court has, today, delivered judgement in the case brought to it against the 36 state Governors by the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led Federal Government . 1. The court held that it is illegal for Governors to dissolve democratically elected Local Governments. 2. It orders the Federal Government to henceforth withhold allocations to Local Governments governed by unelected officials appointed by the Governor. 3. The apex court barred the Federal Government from further paying LG allocations through the State Governments since the practice has been abused by Governors. More Details later….