30 Jul 1943
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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1943
Page
1
Ambiguous figures and symbols listed in a jumbled sequence resemble a financial or inventory ledger. Distinct entities such as numbers and percentages appear without clear labels, dates, or contexts to identify people, places, or events.
RAF and US air forces continued a major bombing campaign against Hamburg and other German targets. British and American raids dropped hundreds of tons of bombs, with Hamburg marked by heavy destruction and ongoing air operations aimed at crippling the port and proving air power over occupied Europe.
Pauline Kim of Pittsburgh demonstrates a milk bottle failure caused by a WPB ban on wire staples in the hinge. The incident arises as spilt milk and flimsy bottle tabs spark frustration among local shoppers.
The district Office of Price Administration instructs Northeastern Ohio counties to deny auto renewals of gas ration books to ride share drivers not carrying a full load. OPA official LR Coxe notes the No Gas rule applies as a civilian defense office certifies ride sharing arrangements aren’t possible.
Washington announces higher prices for many canned fruits, berries, and juices for 1943. Office of Price Administration cites increased costs of raw ingredients and state variations as the reason for the new rates affecting canners.
Interior Secretary Ickes said he will seek legal advice on private ownership of coal mines he has run for the government since May 1. He noted coal output lags behind a 665 million ton goal and considered extending the seven hour day by one hour amid a dispute over an eight hour day in a UMW contract.
President Roosevelt signaled limited postwar planning while United Nations seek general goals. Senator Taft interpreted the radio address as indirect disapproval of a resolution by Ball Burton Hatch and Hill.
Major Gen. Ralph Royce leads the First Air Force on a two day newsroom tour to display twenty million dollar air protection near Washington at Mitchell Field. Seventy four of the latest fighters roared over the Army airfield to prove the capital’s defense capacity.
The Timken Detroit Axle Company returned to full production today as about 3,000 striking workers terminated a two day walkout over overtime pay.
Representative Ditter of Pennsylvania attacked President Roosevelt for using a radio address to launch a fourth term campaign aimed at uniformed men and women overseas. He argued the White House misrepresented it as a Major Speech and warned it could harm democratic institutions.
Roosevelt approved a demobilization report proposing three months furlough at base pay capped at 100 dollars monthly plus family allowances. The plan urges rapid peace time industry conversion, private sector job focus, and a central agency to manage demobilization with government and industry sharing duties.
Representatives from five states seek Office of Price Administration approval to raise producer prices. Akron's J I Shafer, conference chair, says higher income is needed to boost output and maintain current production. Cleveland's Henry W Ingersoll warns of a 1500 to 2000 can daily shortage unless production increases.
Ohio interior mills elevators and warehouses held 727000 bushels of old wheat as of July 1, down from 1450000 a year earlier. Farm stocks reached 2896000 bushels, while census merchant mills and other stocks were not included in the estimates.
Six miners trapped in the Ollett Coal mine by a flash flood were found safe after 43 hours underground. U. S. Bureau of Mines engineer E. E. Quenon swam 500 feet to reach them and found the men calm on an upward slope above the water. A veteran mine mule named Quenie survived with them.
The WAVES celebrating their first anniversary as the Navy plans to triple enrollment from 27 000 to 91 000 by the end of 1944. President Roosevelt lauded the organization for its rapid growth and readiness to take on high responsibilities in service to the country.
Mrs. Florence E. Davis of Columbus appeals for a larger alimony award from Bertle Davis. She had been granted about 28 500 permanent alimony last May after a lengthy hearing, while District Appellate Court denied temporary alimony pending appeal. Davis charged her husband divorced her in Reno in 1942 without her knowledge and later married a Zanesville woman.
Governor Bricker named the final three members of the 21 member Ohio Post War Commission the body to map the state's after peace programs. The appointees are Fred L. Rowe J C Argetsinger and Roland Rogers all senior industry leaders. The panel will study post war plans financing and the possible creation of up to four state parks while advising on public works and private employ ment restoration for returning service members and war workers. It will operate with 50000 dollars in expenses and 400000 dollars for parks acquisition with no compensation for members.
The Office of War Information reports local beer shortages are driven by record thirsts, not production cuts. It expects demand to ease with cooler weather. Limited malt supply and truck delivery restrictions also constrain distribution.
In Erie Pennsylvania a full mobilization of doctors and nurses was ordered to treat more than 300 war workers believed affected by food poisoning. Police report all victims were employees at General Electric Co Erie works who ate at the plant cafeteria yesterday.
Allied forces driven deeper into Mt. Etna line in Sicily as Americans and Canadians push from Nicosia and Agira toward Catania and Taormina. Patton’s Seventh Army exploits the breach while air power bombards Messina and Milazzo.
In 1944 a controversy arose whether President Roosevelt spoke as wartime leader or candidate. Republicans charged the address was a bid for a fourth term and a veteran vote. Supporters called it a war progress report and urged OWI and service-news use to convey views to troops.
Soviet dispatches report heavy fighting around Orel as German forces pulled fresh units from France and Germany to stem the Soviet drive. Red Army cavalry charged fortified positions while German casualties reached about 600 dead with gains reported up to six miles and 40 villages seized.
The Agricultural Adjustment Agency lifts a week old ban on AAA committee members distributing information to the press and radio. The move follows protests from congressmen who said they did not intend to restrict AAA communications when approving the farm bill.
Henry Ford, 80, active industrialist and advocate of perseverance, marked his birthday aboard a Ford ore carrier while en route with Mrs. Ford to a summer lodge in the Huron Mountains Northern Michigan for a three week vacation.
Columbus report notes Rep Frances Bolton asks Gov Bricker to reverse Ohio rejection of federal maternity care financing for servicemen’s wives. Bricker said he agrees with Health Director Markwith who opposed the plan after the Ohio State Medical Association council disapproved it.
Prime Minister Churchill convened a late night cabinet meeting at No 10 Downing Street as the Italian crisis escalates. Swiss dispatches report Milan troops mutinied and refused to fire on demonstrators shouting for peace amid mounting unrest.
Moscow radio reports Hamburg demonstrations demand immediate end to war and active struggle against Hitler. Crowds defy warnings of shots for parading as authorities flee. Badoglio ousts Milan commander and assigns Ruggero to riot-torn industrial area amid Fascist Grand Council arrests. Allied terms in doubt as Italy and Casablanca policy face stiff backlash.
President Roosevelt issued a strong warning to neutral nations not to grant asylum to Axis leaders. He said the United States would view such shelter as contrary to the principles of the United Nations and urged neutrality to avoid aiding those war criminals. He recalled prior statements about bringing Axis leaders to justice.
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