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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1943
Page
1
The report confirms Nile Kinnick has been killed in action, a jarring reminder of war's price. The piece evaluates the coal mine strike and President Roosevelt's order to resume work, plus debates social security expansion and wartime policy.
Argentina faces a pro Allied uprising as Gen. Antonio Rawson leads troops toward Buenos Aires. President Ramon Castillo reportedly fled by gunboat while a provisional council under Gen. Pedro Ramirez assumes control. Rebels demand free elections and a break with Axis.
Cedar Rapids joins about 150 U S cities with dollars and cents maximum prices for wholesale and retail foods. Des Moines OPA official George Haskell said figures for some 600 varieties will be released after checks, with ceilings posted in stores to guide shoppers.
Reports from Algiers say Gen Charles de Gaulle and Gen Henri Giraud reached a compromise. Giraud would stay commander in chief while yielding several high posts to Fighting French generals including Paul Le Gentilhomme Eduard de Larminat Marie Louis Koenig and Jacques Leclerc.
John L. Lewis said he would urge his union policy committee to direct mine workers to return to work Monday. He noted he cannot compel action. The House passed a bill imposing prison terms and fines for strikes in government plants and requiring worker votes before strikes.
President Roosevelt stated striking coal miners and other workers blocking essential war work could be drafted into the armed forces where they have occupational deferments. Secretary Ickes pressed United Mine Workers to order members back to work by Monday, while the President avoided strong comment on troop protection, urging action and noting no new issue in inductions.
Torrential rain and strong winds lashed Cedar Rapids for about 90 minutes on Thursday, with the northeast suffering the most damage. Creeks overflowed, cars stalled, and a tree damaged a parked car while lightning struck homes including the Kellum residence.
Coe college president Dr Charles A Anderson said the board of trustees will likely act at 9 am Saturday to replace Moray L Eby who resigns Aug 1 after 29 years. Beardsley Ruml will speak at commencement Monday and attend a chamber of commerce meeting Tuesday in Cedar Rapids.
The navy reports American casualties on Attu at 1 535 up to midnight Tuesday 342 dead 1 155 wounded and 58 missing. Japanese deaths total 1 791 with 11 taken prisoner. Small groups still roam Attu harassing troops but limited to sniping as cleanup nears.
Superintendent Arthur Deamer reported a Grant Wood painting stolen from his residence at 405 Twenty second street SE. Detectives Stusak and Connell found the artwork behind the radio, likely jarred loose by Thursday afternoon thunderstorms.
Reporter Richard Tregaskis portrays bomber crews on Guadalcanal enduring 100 degree heat, malaria risk, and relentless night operations. Despite exhaustion, mosquitoes, and poor rations, pilots sing evenings in Malaria Gulch, keeping spirits buoyant as they ferry seven to eight hour missions and push through gruelling strikes toward Munda and Bougainville.
Nile Kinnick, famed Hawkeye star and naval aviator, died in service shortly after inspiring the 1939 Iowa football team. Dr. Eddie Anderson, in his first Big Ten season, relied on Kinnick’s leadership and skill to spark a remarkable campaign. Kinnick left Iowa City in 1941 to begin naval aviation training, declaring his resolve to fight for America with both fists swinging.
The Iowa football team under Dr. Anderson and captain Nile Kinnick built a nationwide reputation with tireless practice and dramatic plays. The season ended in glory as the Iron Men inspired fans, with the early 1939 opener hinting at a remarkable campaign.
Navy confirms ensign Nile Kinnick, famed 1939 Iowa Hawkeyes star and Heisman winner, killed in action at 24. He served as a naval air corps pilot aboard an aircraft carrier in the Atlantic. His body was not recovered. he had been assigned to the carrier after duties at navy stations in the South and East.
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