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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1945
Page
4
A National Dispatch opinion argues the Pearl Harbor inquiry must continue despite resignations and political pressure. It warns that quashing the probe could fuel whispering campaigns about Roosevelt and emphasizes uncovering the truth for future military and diplomatic lessons.
Rates listed for carrier service in sear and Ohio states with varied terms including yearly six month three month and weekly prices. Mail rates in Ohio and nationwide show two year and one year plans with different month and week increments. Mentions subscriptions for overseas service members require a letter of request and notes offices in Athens and multiple city representations.
The article details Allied operations in early 1945 as General MacArthur orders assaults on Manila from multiple flanks. It notes the capture of Corregidor after intensive bombardment and airborne landings at Nasugbu and Takaytay, with Filipino and American units pushing Japanese forces from the city. It reports casualties, prisoner counts, and postwar base preparations as Manila Bay is opened for further Pacific advances.
The report details Allied landings and progress across the Philippines from Palawan to Mindanao and Luzon. It notes 41st Division landings at Puerto Princesa, Mindanao foothill battles, airfield gains cutting Japanese links to Malaysia and Burma, and advances by Sixth and X Corps with Davao City taken after house-to-house fighting.
National Aeronautics reports the air age reshapes work after war with 985000 potential aviation jobs in 1955 but only about 340000 current roles. Veterans are urged to consider broad aviation paths beyond flying, including front office and clerical work, as demand remains competitive and not all entrants can be absorbed.
The OPA warned the black market could rise as the Army reallocates 30 percent of top-grade beef. The piece questions the Army's demand, notes pork supplies are rising and inflation remains a threat, and argues civilians will eat well regardless. It urges gratitude for soldiers beyond demobilization.
The United Automobile Workers propose company security against unauthorized work stoppages in talks with Ford Motor Co. The move highlights perceived distance of John L. Lewis from AFI and CIO leadership while recalling prewar coal contract precedents. The plan, praised as revolutionary, echoes long standing UMW provisions from earlier coal contracts.
Washington coverage notes a Treasury secretary Fred M Vinson calling a single final draft error the worst he has made in his lifetime while other officials including Pat Hurley and John Carter Vincent face Senate scrutiny. Francis J Smith the staff sergeant linked to Hurley provides anecdotes about the Moscow trip and debates over policy in China. Dr Vannevar Bush admits limits as Atomic Energy hearings reveal his engineering background contrasts with political questions.
Regional contracts and UMW agreements reiterate penalties for wildcat walkouts across coal mines. The woolly, calm strategy of the United Mine Workers is presented as a tested blueprint, with lawmakers and operators urged to study its method.
Congressman Thomas A. Jenkins urges rapid demobilization and homecoming for U S servicemen. He criticizes delays, rigid procedures, and mismanagement, calling for prioritizing family reunions and efficient, fair demobilization with improved coordination and transportation.
Murray City theme includes WSCS regular meeting at Mrs. Connie Barnhill home with president Effie Deval and officers elected for the coming year. Also reports release notices for service members at Great Lakes and local visits by residents and families. The Supt. lists an honor roll for first six grades with several students noted for perfect attendance. The item ends with an odd statistical fragment about population.
Pleasant Valley social notes record Sunday visits by Mr and Mrs Manning Bronson and family from Parkersburg West Virginia and Mr and Mrs Earl Hanning of Pearl Chapel to the Brooks home. The Pugh and Wood families gathered with Pearl Wood and E R Wood during discharge events from Okinawa. Additional social callers included the Hartman and Woodyard families and Ace Cline’s household, with local residents entertaining friends through the day.
Dublin reports Ireland’s return to strength under Eamon De Valera with a reshaped economy. Wheat production rises from 31 000 to 660 000 acres, slums are cleaned, and welfare aid expands. Ireland now aims to be a European and transatlantic stopover with a growing airline and industry.
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