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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1945
Page
16
William H. McCright, 19, seaman first class of Rotan Texas, tells how his ship lingered in a New Guinea harbor for 132 days. It took 90 days to clear cargo amid confused orders before troops moved down the coast and waited for convoy assignments.
Que Marsh reflects on how American crops form a vital underground strength for the war. The piece links farmer harvests to feeding troops and allies, arguing every grain supports victory and overseas leverage.
Seaman McCright recalls the ship listed as missing since the Leyte invasion but later found. Harsh events followed as a tan submarine torpedoed the harbor and Japanese suicide squadrons attacked ships. his vessel survived amidst heavy action. Also notes home life tips and local business details for Boston.
Ralph Fomby a World War One veteran completed two years of service in the Southwest Pacific and received an honorable discharge. He served as chief machinists mate in the Seabees after training at Norfolk and overseas in San Francisco area. Total Seabees service reached three years. Mrs. Fomby and son Boyd reside at 1504 Hayden.
The Amarillo Council of Veterans' Affairs executive committee will meet at 7:30 p.m. Thursday in the Chamber of Commerce offices to discuss an early increase in the return rate for discharged service members and to review experiences since the Veterans Information Center opened on November 11 1944. Mayor Joe A. Jenkins and County Judge E O Northcutt are invited ex officio, along with members of the retraining and reemployment administration's veterans service committee and advisory councils from the American Legion and Disabled American Veterans.
Testimony from Mrs. A. D. Davenport of Denver says chiropractic care by Dr. Leo Spears relieved years of arthritis dizziness and lenticular cataracts. Seven years later she travels works at home and reads Bible, encouraging others to seek Spears Clinic literature.
Advisory committees from social agencies and the Veterans of Foreign Wars prepare for a session tomorrow night amid rapid United Nations advances in Germany. The program will announce two new committees focusing on handicapped veteran placement and apprentice training.
In Worry North Carolina residents react to a department order affecting the post office. The note hints at tensions over service disruptions and broader anxiety about community impact. Local officials caution patience as administrative steps unfold.
A baking tip advises using a sharp knife dipped in cold water each cut to prevent sticking and ensure clean slices through meringue topped pie.
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