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Newspaper

Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 29, 1944

Page

7

Roosevelt Policies Fuel Labor Conflicts At War Plants

In wartime plant disputes the War Labor Board threatens to cancel material priorities to pressure unions. Critics argue unions target dues and recruitment, elevating union interests above national needs and risking production, with businessmen bearing the burden of enforcing illegitimate orders. The piece laments rights concessions and calls for defending workers’ and taxpayers’ interests amid shortages.

Cloadd Roosevelt Campul War Labor Board Ward Law-Ablidingelugen

War Depart announces death in Corsica battle

Killed in service Pie Rudolph Culimar Michael, son of Mrs Lyle Bickenship, Camp Creek, killed on Corsica Island. Survivors include brother Cpl John Clayford Michael in France and three sisters Mrs Jesse Meadows, Mrs Ray C Meadows of Flat Top, and Nellie at home. Also listed are seriously wounded Pvt Raymond L Cavender of Frame, and Ralph R Ashley, mate third class, wounded on Palau Island and now at Bainbridge Navy Hospital. wife lives in Clendenin.

Rudolph Culimar Michael Lyle Bickenship Camp Creek Corsica Island War Department Cpl John Clayford Michael France Jesse Meadows Ray C. Meadoows Flat Top Nellie Pe. Michael Anawalt Raymond L. Cavender Hubert C. Cavender Frame Cavender Ralph R. Ashley Palau Island U.S Navy Hogphal Bainbridge Clendenin

The German Offensive Shocks A World in Turmoil

A historical passage reflects on Germany’s offensive shock and the realization that Britain and Russia remain essential allies. It notes that war fatigue and isolationist dreams were shattered, emphasizing that peace will require ongoing cooperation and vigilance with allies. The text likens the aggression to a symbolic divorce showing unsettling global consequences.

Britain Russia

West Virginia Apple Orchards Lead Grimes Golden Output

West Virginia's apple orchards produced 4,356,000 bushels, 410,000 more than 1943, led by Grimes Golden. York Imperial accounted for 1,023,000 bushels. Stuyman 610,000 and Delicious 430,000. Virginia second with 437,000 bushels. WWII casualty and veteran notes follow, including Pfc. Kelley on furlough and Pvt. Hill killed in Germany.

West Virginia Virginia York Imperial

Wounded in Action Techy Sit. Clairtes HL Forbes Jr

Sgt Forbes Jr, listed as wounded in action in Germany on Nov 29, was reported by the War Department. He is receiving care in a hotel setting in England, with family information and unit references unclear from the fragment.

Clairtes HL. Forbes, Jr Senat C.H Tridge South Hills Germany War Department Forbes England

Soldier Walter D Callison Completes 50th Mission in Europe

Lt Walter D Callison, son of Mr and Mrs Abe L Callison of Rainelle, marksman in the U S Army Air Forces, has completed his 50th combat mission over enemy territory. He joined the air forces in 1942 and began his combat career July 19 with an attack on an ordnance plant in Munich, flying missions across Italy Germany Poland and Austria.

Lavell Charleston Air Force West Virginia Bland Air Forces Germany Italy Walter D. Callison Sith Abe L. Callison Rainelle Callison Munich Porland Austria James Fp, Bland Betty Bland

Brighter Side continues with race day debate and industry critique

The column argues over racing days and reforms as insiders discuss costs and support for stranded horsemen. It cites calls for four racing days weekly, notes fault lines among owners and orchestrated markets, and asserts racing remains the sport of kings while critics mock blame and support.

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Parable on Racing Law and War Effort in California

The speaker notes California as a war industry area and questions gambling law and enforcement. He suggests immediate action against a gambler profiting from protection, warning about consequences for neighbors and urging wartime priorities over Belmont stakes. The piece references Mry Byrnes and racing magnates, underscoring the wartime context.

California Horry Carl

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