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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1942
Page
2
The chairman of the Federal Power Commission warns of drastic civilian electricity rationing as war industries strain supplies. Critics accuse Congress of funding pork-barrel water projects while shortages mount and caution against distracting the public with grand schemes.
British land and air units launched a three front counteroffensive in central and western Malaya to blunt the Japanese push toward Singapore. RAF squadrons blasted bases and transport columns while ground forces sought to clean out jungle pockets, with fighting continuing near Batu Pahat and north of the Enundu River. Singapore endured heavy air raids as allied forces brace for a long resistance.
Cedar Rapids enjoyed spring like weather with temperatures hitting 44 degrees by early afternoon under clear skies. Fishermen planned outings as chubs became a possible target while the Cham bers Inskeep thermometer logged a 31 degree reading by midnight and a 25 degree low around 7 to 8 am.
Washington reports renewed Japanese offensives against General Douglas MacArthur's line on the Batan peninsula in the Philippines. Lingayen Gulf and Subic Bay receive reinforcements as Lieut General Masaharu Homma is believed to command Japan's operations in the Philippines.
U S navy reports say the American steamer City of Atlanta was sunk off Cape Hatteras with about 43 or 44 crew dead and the Latvian freighter Cil iraira damaged off the Atlantic coast with two killed. Survivors say the ships were attacked at night without warning, continuing a deadly pattern by U bo ats along the eastern seaboard. The toll rises to about 75 or 76 seamen killed in the submarine campaign.
Washington based amendment to the tire rationing order allows retail dealers to sell tires back to wholesalers distributors or manufacturers. Price Administrator Leon Henderson said the rule helps dealers lighten stocks or liquidate under difficult operating conditions. The revised order lets dealers or wholesalers replenish stocks by presenting certificates and receipts from sales of new tires and tubes to eligible rationing plan participants.
President Roosevelt signed a bill authorizing an additional 450 million dollars to ease overcrowded conditions in defense areas nationwide. The act targets housing and related needs as the nation expands wartime readiness.
Air Minister Sir Archibald Sinclair told the House of Commons that Britain's main army task is to organize a continental offensive. He noted the RAF’s new airdrome defense regiment would be second to none and that the airfield defense units relieve the army of protection duties. The army would focus on creating a powerful offensive force for the continent within limited manpower.
Berlin dispatches reported Paris resident and a La Rochelle citizen were executed for active support of the enemy. The UP broadcast from New York cited the Paris and La Rochelle suspicions tied to Nazi-aligned actions.
Japanese air and naval forces attacked New Britain, threatening Australia and its sea routes to the East Indies. A fleet near Rabaul and reports of three carriers suggested a broader plan to invade New Guinea, as Australia mobilizes and evacuates civilians from Rabaul. Prime figures Forde and Drakeford warned of imminent danger and called all Australians to battle readiness.
President Roosevelt asked Congress for an emergency appropriation of 100 million dollars to protect American civilians from air raids and other war hazards.
Japanese forces push from Nipponese-held Thailand through Mya waddi with Tavoy as a possible second thrust. Allied ships in the Strait of Malacca bombard Japanese troops as the advance toward Singapore shows a temporary check.
Five nations including Argentina and Chile reach a four point compromise to sever Axis ties with Germany Italy and Japan. The accord was drafted by Brazil with US backing and awaits ratification by the Argentine congress while Chile would seek Chilean approval.
Washington reports warn Congress that war production will force drastic civilian electricity rationing in parts of the country. Leland Olds, FPC chairman, says regions may lose lights radios and other appliances if new power facilities are not built quickly.
Secretary of War Stimson announced a sixth armored division to be formed at Fort Knox and plans for 32 new infantry divisions. The armored unit will total 10 000 personnel, with most infantry divisions to be motorized. Training will focus on anti-tank and anti-aircraft weapons and communications, as munition output reaches higher levels next spring.
Allied forces sweeping across the Libyan desert under Rommel faced their first setback as three Axis columns conducted a 10 mile reconnaissance in force into British positions near Mersa Brega. British headquarters said light forces withdrew but kept contact and inflicted casualties. The German account claimed a surprise attack that forced the British toward Agedabia.
Lieut George Robert Hennessey son of Mr and Mrs George F Hennessey of 1544 B avenue NE was seriously wounded on January 14 while serving with General MacArthur in the Philippines. Parents received word from the war department in Washington and will be kept informed of his progress. He had been in the Philippines for 18 months, according to his father.
A high government official said since Pearl Harbor the army has strengthened Hawaii and the Pacific coast more than ever and rushed reinforcements to the Southwest Pacific. Over 600,000 U.S. troops have been moved in seven weeks, with long range bombers offsetting Japanese naval gains.
Canada opens parliament with plebiscite on conscription to raise troops for overseas service. Parliament to vote on whether to implement a draft, prompted by wartime needs and public debate.
London announces heavy RAF night raids on Bremen and Emden in Nazi occupied territory. Attacks target multiple German ports and other strategic objectives.
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