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Newspaper
Akron Register Tribune
Location
Akron, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1943
Page
3
Western Newspaper Union notes a strengthened anti Japanese campaign by Chinese forces as part of wartime efforts. Analysts caution the strategic impact and possible shifts in the broader Asian theater.
The fall of Pantelleria marks a key Allied milestone since the African victory, tightening control of east west Mediterranean shipping, and paving the way for Sicily, Sardinia, and continental operations. Axis defenses faced steady destruction as bombers and naval guns pounded the fortress, while Rommel’s defense network along the French Mediterranean coast reportedly expanded. In Washington, WPB chief Nelson announced doubled farm implements production starting July 1, boosting equipment output to 60 percent of 1940 levels. Argentina limited Axis radio code facilities to improve ties with neighbors and the United States, aligning with Rio de Janeiro resolutions against Axis espionage.
The Agriculture Department cites a 730.524 million bushel total for 1943 wheat, with winter at 701.702 million and spring at 228.822 million. Weather hurt winter wheat in the Great Plains and helped spring wheat with moisture, while the 1932-41 decade average would be matched but still below the last five years. China leads Allied gains on the Yangtze with air strikes on Hongan and heavy ground fighting near Itu and Hwajung as Japanese defenses crumble.
Hawaii tops per capita war bond purchases per Morgenthau figures. Roosevelt nominates Rear Adm. Thomas C. Kinkaid for vice admiral. Curtin proclaims Australia safe from invasion after Southwest Pacific victory. Jan Valtin, author of Out of the Night, is now in the draft after publishers say he was jailed for illegal entry.
The House Naval Committee will hold public hearings to decide whether to retain or repeal the wartime recapture statute. Witnesses from industry say the law has aided war production and saved the nation, while options include repealing it or narrowing its use to contracts above 500000 dollars. In the wider front, air battles intensify along the Don river valley and around Leningrad as both sides suffer losses and the Red Army presses eastern German air bases.
War measures tighten control of war plant strikes with a 30 day cooling off period and penalties up to civil damages or imprisonment. Bernard Baruch named advisor to James Byrnes, signaling closer executive legislative cooperation. Food and wheat loan programs outlined, with loans up to 1.22 per bushel for 1943 wheat under WFA.
The piece discusses army officials limiting intercollegiate football participation, with colleges under navy control allowed to field players. It notes Navy's stronger stance, potential impact on West Point and Annapolis, and mentions ongoing efforts to sway the navy to the army side. Also covers racing interest and a Belmont Park incident involving Bing Crosby's Don Bingo.
A coy look at Armstrong vs Angott hints at a keen windmill style and a tough bout. Sammy remains a hard man to beat yet a harder one to watch as Armstrong seeks to untangle him. The piece recalls Ed Barrow and McGowan, noting long careers and famed figures in baseball history.
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