Fred Vinson's 8,000-word report to President Truman was titled: "The WarPhase Two." Said Vinson: "The paramount command is: win the war! Victory over Japan comes ahead of every other consideration.'' Then he drew a picture of what U.S. civilians may expect as America's full weight is thrown to the west:
Food. Rationing must continue. Total food supplies are expected to be 5 to 10% less than last year; total requirements, 5 to 10% greater. Meat is the most serious shortage, sugar next; oils, butter and other fats will be scarce.
Housing. Home-building is under way on a limited scale only where manpower and...