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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1945
Page
3
Washington reports Representative Anderson asserts a rapid check up and clean up of the Food Administration after a subcommittee accuses it of causing millions in losses. He says Congress is entitled to periodic reports and promises action if bad conditions exist.
Joseph Darnand secretary of interior in the Vichy government and head of the French militia was arrested by Allied intelligence in Italy. He is linked to harsh measures against French patriots and irregulars of the Maquis, a role likened to Himmler in Germany.
Second Lt. James O. Colvard Jr of the Corps of Engineers arrives for duty at Camp Claiborne in Colvard Louisiana. He is son of Mr and Mrs J O Colvard Sr of Decatur and a graduate of the Engineer Officers Candidate School at Fort Belvoir Virginia.
The subcommittee report assigns Anderson responsibility for corrections and demands periodic remedial updates. It praises WFA’s overall record but cites faulty warehousing and inaccurate records as causing losses likely in the millions, justifying public concern.
The West Indies rely on salt cod as a staple, though local waters abound with fish. Trade patterns show regular imports of salt fish from Newfoundland to feed the population.
The 27,000 ton carrier Bunker Hill suffered severe damage from two Japanese death by own action planes off Okinawa. Fires, explosions, and a daring 70 degree turn saved her to sail again as 352 sailors were buried at sea and Mitscher’s ship received aid from Wilkes-Barre and destroyers.
The attractive home of Miss Ma vis Wynn hosted an informal party Saturday evening. Guests included Ruth Owens Bud Owens Wilma Spanos Dot Sharrett Gracie Harris Gin Sharrett Pic. unser eec oration Brown Bertha Lees Sam Cole Ruby West Mildred Led James Bates Bill Sandlin Mary Lou Wynn Hazel Bates Rachel Bates Carl Smith Olene Burch Wilson Sandlin Casey Robinson Kenneth Ray Lott Aubrey Bullard Mr and Mrs Bud Wynn Huett Self Buddy Bullard Dick Bates Almon McCormick Billy Thompson Travis Edward Thompson both of the U S Army Julian Brothers Sherman Herring Mr and Mrs Tom Wynn Mrs Boyce Lott Mr and Mrs Norman Sparkman and
Daily crossword clues span across many short definitions from Hawthorn berry to Mandarin tea. The cryptoquote quotes a Steven Son phrase about duty and happiness.
The OPA announced a five percent rise in total meat supply for July while keeping most ration values steady. Margarine prices rise to 14 points per pound from 12, canned goods need two to three more points, and cheese point values drop from two to four points depending on type. Butter and canned fruits and vegetables stay unchanged for July. Seven fat pork cuts increase by one or two points per pound, including jowls fatbacks plates sides, while regular bacon remains unchanged.
Mrs. Ethel Wynn hosts a gathering with son and daughter in law Gertrude Wynn and Lottie Mae and Lewis Wynne, Lonnie Parker of the U S Army, and hostess Mavis Wynn in attendance at the event.
The Hopewell 4-H club met with Martha Ann Stephenson for a regular session. The lesson focused on good grooming presented by Miss Rowe, Home Agent. Billie Margaret Rogers and Gracie McDonald gave readings at the social hour. Plans were made for a club picnic.
The club approved the pledge and announced the following gathering will be at Ruby McDonald's residence. A demonstration will cover table manners as the main topic.
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