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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1943
Page
2
Treasury plans a combined tax and compulsory savings bill to Congress claiming over 25 billion will be raised. Attendees fear inflation, rising debt, and loss of private control as experts discuss taxation, compulsory lending, expenditure taxes, and rationing to fund wartime needs.
Report notes bad April weather and most of the last 45 days of the navigation season slowed vessel operations. Shipping activity failed to surpass Great Lakes freight levels despite delays and disruption.
Bulk freight on the Great Lakes in 1942 reached 18,577,828 net tons with iron ore moving far above plan at 92 million gross tons. The record supported a steel output of over 7 million ingot tons monthly. War expenditures for 1942 ran about 71 billion annually, with 1943 tax changes and a pay-as-you-go plan proposed. Women in war plants numbered 4 million, aiming for 6 million by year end as nursing and Red Cross campaigns expand. Agriculture targets for 1943 seek continued production gains to meet civilian needs after war requirements. Allied Libya offensives include attacks on Misurata, Tripoli, and Castel Benito with air battles and ground destruction.
Allied air forces strike Misurata and Tripoli in fierce raids as Axis coastal towns and Tunisian targets face heavy bombardment. In New Guinea, Australian troops push toward Sanananda Point amid rain while a jungle raid at Mubo wipes out Japanese forces near Salamaua. Japanese propaganda portrays Hornet sinking as revenge for Tokyo raid.
In a wartime address, officials warn farming and transport face heavier loads in 1943. Railroads seek 80 000 freight cars and 900 locomotives as a minimum need while stressing that manpower shortages may limit capacity. The message links logistics to sustaining the war effort across four fronts.
Vice President Wallace calls for a world wide new democracy as a basis for postwar peace. He favors permanent disarmament, a World Council and an International Court to preserve liberty, equality, security and unity of the world. Wallace in Washington is seen as a realist with Willkie like ideas, softer in tone but similar in aim to Atlantic Charter concepts. Some columnists warn he may be testing a trail balloon for Roosevelt and Churchill. An officer once predicted future world consensus may revisit Wilson’s plan as a potential right answer.
Keystone Automobile Club editorial urges Washington to adopt candor and fair dealing for motorists in 1943. It stresses that drivers fund war through taxes and gas rationing and deserve the full truth about rubber and inland transportation, noting cars remain vital for work, time saving, and needs beyond pleasure driving.
Robert S. Henry of the Association of American Railroads stresses that military success on the fighting front hinges on three other fronts manufacturing farming and transportation, calling for efficient support to sustain wartime effort.
The piece argues that millions face higher personal income taxes and urges a pay-as-you-go system. It cites surveys showing many do not realize they are in taxable brackets and warns that government solvency hinges on prompt tax payments and bond buying. It endorses the Rum plan advocated by a former Chicago university dean and NY Federal Reserve chair.
Bank must serve dual role providing financial and ration services. Coupons become a form of money, usable through bank handling and merchant checkbooks. The plan aims to prevent coupon pileups, streamline distribution, and support wartime governance and liberty.
Government spending has grown so large that even as war effort continues, the method of funding matters. Treasury and bankers warn that borrowing over 60 billion dollars next year must come largely from the people, not banks, to protect private banking and avert inflation, with victory in war tied to how the money is raised.
Shoppers hear that buying in the home store offers a personal touch with staff who know buyers and understand their needs, promising tailored recommendations and clearer assistance.
The piece recalls the 20th anniversary of Caroline Chapter No 62 O E S noting its 1923 founding in the Masonic Temple amid cold heaters and a small turnout. It honors charter members and late links, with verses from Edgar Guest and reflections on growth, memory, and the journey beyond.
The Maryland United States Department of Agriculture War Board set farmer targets for war and essential crops. Caroline County increases over 1942 in corn rye soybeans sweet potatoes Irish potatoes milk cows milk production cattle and calves sows hens pullets egg production chickens and turkeys.
The Peninsula Conference Woman's Society of Christian Service met in Dover last Thursday. Mrs. Lewis M Price ordered the literature including the treasurer and secretary reports and revised guides, in great demand as members prepared for the new year. The 1943 adult program theme is A New Earth Wherein Dwelleth Righteousness, with program and worship materials, monthly planning pages, and visual aids. A Good Neighbor on Latin America is included. Books may be ordered from the local society secretary or from New York or Cincinnati addresses.
The Orphans Court met with Judges Hanay Dennis and Fooke, approving letters of administration for A Edward Walliams and Frank G. Slemmer estates, naming appraisers, bonds filed, and creditors notices ordered. Executors granted for Minnie B Todd and Marjorie Todd Knotts. various real estate and mortgage transfers, inventories, and guardiandship orders also recorded.
The Office of Price Administration clarifies the pleasure driving ban. Personal essential driving is allowed if no extra mileage is added. B coupons cover occupational driving only. weddings may be attended if no alternate transport exists, but attending reception or benefit social events is prohibited as social travel.
Commentary questions the $25,000 salary cap tied to executive action. It contrasts Byrnes and Economic Stabilization chief claims that the rule affects only 3,000 people with protests suggesting a far wider impact. The piece argues that equality and minority protection rely on stable government, not shifting political calculations.
Twenty five years ago notices recount the death of Richard J. McQuay at age 73 in Talbot County with funeral at All Saints Church Longwoods. Annie Griffin dies in Baltimore with remains to Denton. Shipments of trotting horse Cloudless Allerton sell to Herman Tyson. Hillsboro post office appoints Mrs W L Thompson under civil service with salary over 800 dollars. Winter of fifty six seven recalled. river blockaded with snowbanks fifteen feet high. Kitchen linen shower honors Mr and Mrs George Murphy. Mrs Isaac H Dixon visits Denton noting changes since childhood. Bridgetown wedding unites William Williams and Mary Dukes. Various engagements and licenses noted along with Agriculture extension schedule across Caroline County.
Card of thanks expresses gratitude to friends for sympathy and aid during the bereavement of James F Walls. The family conveys sincere appreciation for their attentions and support.
Roy Rogers stars in Republics Heart of the Golden West at Dentonia Theatre this Saturday January 23. Also on bill Den tonia presents The Valley of Vanishing Men chapter play, Nightmare with Diana Barrymore and Brian Donlevy, Behind the 8 Ball with the Ritz Brothers, and For Me and My Gal starring Judy Garland with vaudeville era songs.
Slats Diary chronicles a week of school day notes with humorous, rough language. It mentions Eddy and Wally, a mysterious mission, guards at a store, garden plans, a hotel, a nickel in a phone booth, and classmates listing famous men. The week ends with Slats’ headache and a doctor's visit.
In memory of James Ferdinand Cheezum who died January 19, 1939. Four years have passed since that sad day. We still love him and miss him. He suffered in silence, bore his pain, and God called him home to suffer no more.
Thoughts winged with peace and love breathe a benediction over all the earth, cooperating with divine power and silently brooding over the work of His hand, as expressed by Mary Bake.
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