Men In Unessential Jobs Called To War Work

The transcript discusses the need for Americans under 38 to engage in essential war jobs or military service. Manpower Commissioner Paul McNutt warns that men in nonessential occupations must find war-related jobs by April 1st. A list of nonessential jobs is published, and those affected should register with the United States Employment Service for information and training. The nation requires ten out of every fourteen men of service age for the armed forces, while the rest must contribute to war production.

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