German submarines had been sinking merchant shipping viewing silhouettes against the lighted skylines of towns and cities.
Gasoline rationing goes into effect.
Meats, fats, and cheese are now rationed. Attempting to stem inflation, President Roosevelt freezes wages, salaries, and prices. Labor unions complained that they were depriving Americans of their jobs. It was a powder which was sprinkled on wounds to prevent infection. But it really didn't work that well.