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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1945
Page
1
Supreme Court Justice Robert H. Jackson urged strict punishment for Axis war criminals and condemned dilatory tactics in trials. He stressed that Nazi trials differ from U S procedures where defense rights are constitutionally protected, insisting fair hearings are needed to convict the right people for the right reasons.
President Truman announced at a news conference that he plans a big three meeting with Premier Stalin and Prime Minister Churchill within the next forty days to discuss world affairs. He rejected France's bid for a five power meeting to tackle the Middle Eastern problem, and warned against obstructive tactics in trials of Nazi leaders. The United States aims to hold major criminals accountable under a Nazi master plan framework, asserting aggressive war-making is illegal and criminal.
SAN FRANCISCO AP reports a small nation accepts a Big Five veto voting formula for the United Nations Security Council. The breakthrough ends a week-long deadlock as Soviet leader Stalin and U S officials brokered compromise. Signing of the UN charter appears near, with two weeks left to finalize terms.
The Allegheny Corporation gained uncontested control of the Chesapeake and Ohio Railroad under an Interstate Commerce Commission ruling. The decision also covers affiliated carriers including the Nickel Plate and Pere Marquette and their subsidiaries. William Green of the AFL urged President Truman to approve a 20 percent wage increase.
Washington, Jan 1 President Truman urged General Omar N. Bradley to oversee veterans affairs. Bradley, 52, will succeed Brig. Gen. Frank D. Hines who resigns for an undisclosed post. Hines led VA since 1923. Bradley will not assume retraining and employment duties, to be handled separately.
The War Production Board approved the manufacture of washing machines and dryers for World War II use. Sen. from Maryland disclosed details about Filipino patriots captured during the Leyte invasion and the ongoing secret battle deployment of the enemy fleet. He described natives showing loyalty to the United States after his Philippine trip.
Madrid reports that two thousand political prisoners, sentenced to 20 to 30 years for Civil War crimes, have been released under Generalissimo Franco. In other items, Wilkinsburg, Pa. notes changes as defense orders and church letters surface, while Truman protests an ODT ban adjustment affecting horse racing but keeping Bible conference limits.
Cairo reports the Arab League council told France to withdraw troops from Syria and Lebanon at once, warning that Arab states will meet force with force. The move followed France inviting US Britain Russia and China to join a five power conference on the Middle East. The story notes Stalin reversed the Soviet stance to favor unanimity and speed the conference.
The Atlantic war toll shows 700 U boats sunk by Nazis while Allied losses rise. In Cleveland, a joint labor statement says management committees will have a voice in adjusting manpower controls. E L Keenan notes convoyed ships and war production remain priorities as state WMC directors from Ohio Michigan and Kentucky discuss relaxing controls amid changing labor markets.
President Truman hinted at a possible congressional salary increase to 15000 or 25000 a year, with Congress’ current pay at 10000. He said he would sign such a bill but noted no immediate wage boosts for the wider public. A study on wages and a line by labor leaders followed.
A 50 percent rise in feather supply was reported to aid repairing women's shoes, easing shortages and boosting production for leather goods. The update emphasizes improved material availability for local cobblers and shoe repair shops.
Libbey Owens Ford officials preview postwar glass uses in cars, stoves, refrigerators, and home interiors. Curved glass promises clearer automotive visibility with wraparound windshields likely by 1947 models. Thermopane insulating windows reduce storm sash battles, while full storefront glass fronts are considered.
Lt. Cmdr. Franklin D. Roosevelt Jr. arrived at Guam aboard a destroyer escort after 78 days at sea in the Okinawa campaign, signaling the end of his sea voyage.
Nimitz says Okinawa nears final stage as the campaign claims 66,324 Japanese killed. Ohio officials report mixed meat ration news with higher city shares in Cleveland and questions on OPA surveys. Government foresees a modest fall boost of 36 ounces per civilian, offset by egg shortages through 1946.
Marion A. Yankee, 32, a fugitive from Londus Prison Farm, surrendered near Bainbridge after a posse pursuit. Albert Frey, 76, former Ross County coroner, and Mrs. Roy Paugh, 40, pleaded guilty and were bound to the grand jury on aiding an escaped felon. In Okinawa, American forces pressed a critical push toward Naha, with Marine divisions advancing and Tokyo reporting heavy Japanese losses as air strikes and ground offensives intensified across the island.
First Lt Audre L Murphy of Farmersville Texas earns the Medal of Honor for multiple acts of bravery in the Colmar pocket including a near solo repulse of a strong German counter attack backed by six tanks. In 30 months of combat with the Third Division Seventh Army Murphy rose from private to company commander.
Washington reports that about 3,000,000 B card holders will need higher monthly gas quotas as the ceiling rises to 650 miles. Max McCullough of the OPA warns essential workers not to apply for increases if they already receive enough. B and C supplementary coupons expire June 30, with any remaining stamps exchangeable for new ones.
Washington reports the Little Big Inch pipeline running 1 475 miles from Beaumont Texas to Linden New Jersey now carries civilian petroleum products to the Atlantic seaboard. Deputy Petroleum Administrator Ralph K Davis said unexpected developments allow relaxation of movement restrictions for military gasoline through the line.
New York reports 1,802 soldiers arrived from Europe aboard General W. P. Richardson. The group includes veterans of the African and Italian campaigns with personnel from the 15th Air Force and the 100th Japanese American Division, plus the First Armored Division. Fourteen liberated POWs among them were slated for reassignment to the Pacific.
General George S. Patton Jr. flew from Bedford Airport to Los Angeles amid a hero's welcome. He expressed hope to engage the Japanese in combat as World War II activity continued to unfold and draw public attention in Boston.
Aneurin Bevan called Lady Astor an old gas bag after her remarks on housing subsidies. Bevan, a Labour MP, returned to Parliament amid the exchange, noting Parliament had not sanctioned subsidies for housing.
The Ohio Senate unanimously approved Sen. Fred G. Reimers bill raising unemployment benefits from 16 dollars weekly for 18 weeks to 21 dollars for 22 weeks. The measure faces renewed push in the House as labor groups press to widen aid, while 20 Republicans oppose increases to 25 dollars for 26 weeks and other enhancements. Later spokesmen said demands would continue during House deliberations.
Washington senators indicated strong support for the Bretton Woods financial plan with votes likely to mirror the House result. Senator Capper Ryan predicted swift passage of the multi billion dollar world banking and currency stabilization measure.
About 350 employees of the Cincinnati New Port and Covington Railway Co. ended an 11 day walkout restoring regular service for thousands of Northern Kentucky commuters after 12 days of disruption.
A June dispatch reports Paratroopers building a glider field in Shangri La valley 150 miles southwest of Hollandia to rescue a 30 year old WAC and two Army airmen missing after a crash. Filipino paratroopers and a medical assistant were dropped to assist. survivors are safe and being supplied while a tow glider plan is prepared. An aerial service held a funeral above the wreckage for Capt. Herbert.
Athens firemen were called to 18 Hocking Street last night when an automobile owned by John My Gee caught fire due to a short circuit in the wiring. Minor damage reported.
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