11 May 1942
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Newspaper
Amarillo Daily News
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1942
Page
1
Panhandle USO war drive opens as volunteers organize fund raising and outreach efforts across the region. Local chapters rally to support military families with events and support services through the new campaign.
Amarillo begins its USO campaign with a $22,000 city county quota, part for the Service Men's Civic Center. L H Puckett and John Guide head teams of 10 volunteers and ministerial allies at a 7:30 breakfast at the Amarillo Hotel. Governer Coke Stevenson and President Roosevelt messages energize 26 Panhandle counties in a district drive for $40,636.55 to support morale, entertainment, and welfare services for service members and war workers.
The Maltese defense reported 41 enemy aircraft destroyed or damaged in raids last night and today. Of these, 33 were bombers with 12 destroyed, 10 probably destroyed and 11 damaged. one fighter was destroyed, two probably destroyed and five damaged.
Churchill foresees German defeat and warns on gas. Allied air power shines from Europe to the Pacific. US bombers strike Tokyo and other Japanese cities. Chinese, Flying Tigers push back in Burma and Mandalay. Malta wards off Axis with strong air actions. Vichy ties and Swedish moves add tension as Axis threats persist.
The War Department confirmed on May 10 that United States Army bombers attacked Japan on April 18, hitting targets near Tokyo Yokohama and Nagoya with demolition and incendiary bombs. Big fires burned for days as officials noted limited details and suspected carrier or land-base launch points remain uncertain.
Berlin reports Asamayama in Japan unleashed its greatest eruption in years. A rain of cinders covered miles, described as a catastrophe by Brussels radio. the 8,280 foot volcano with a crater about three quarters of a mile wide has a history of major eruptions, including a devastating one in 1783.
Weather Bureau reports scattered showers in Amarillo and vicinity Monday with cooler afternoon. Maximum yesterday 41 degrees, minimum 44 degrees.
Allied air and naval units report sinking or crippling 19 Japanese ships as pursuit continues near the Coral Sea. Gen MacArthur’s headquarters say ten enemy planes destroyed or damaged and heavy losses for Japan while Allied ships and planes suffer minimal hits. The Sydney morning Herald notes renewed peril for Australia despite the victory.
Chinese troops unleashed a devastating artillery barrage killing more than 3,000 Japanese and sent the main invading force retreating toward Burma. In Burma, Chinese forces pursued toward Mandalay and Lashio while the AVG Flying Tigers attacked Japanese columns and destroyed vehicles.
Ford Motor Company demanded wage freezes for all workers for the war’s duration. Harry Bennett, Ford personnel director, said no union shop changes would be demanded for now, while pledging to oppose the UAW 13-point plan. Negotiations may start before June 20 with both sides presenting formal demands.
In a blunt London address on May 10 Prime Minister Churchill warned Hitler that Britain would extend poison gas warfare against Germany if used against Russia. He said the United Nations balance had turned and predicted a massive British American bombing offensive. He noted Soviet claims of German gas use in Crimea and referenced Madagascar plans, emphasizing Britain's resolve to press the offensive with allied sea and air power.
In an Army West Coast intercept center, pilots sprint from the hangar after the cry scramble four. Four P38 fighters launch as sirens wail and a civilian air pairing is shadowed by military jets in a high intensity drill.
Nine Amarillo firemen rushed to Regent's Women's Wear Store at 612 Polk Street when smoke was reported. The store was fumigated with nicotine candles, causing inhalation sickness. they were treated by Dr. Guy Owens and advised to rest. Capt. E L Burks urged notifying police and fire departments before fumigation.
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