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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1945
Page
4
Churchill denounces government in business and warns that control for its own sake serves totalitarian systems. He argues free enterprise must lead Britain as the economy faces socialization efforts amid global tension. Thoughtful citizens oppose state control in industry.
The governor praised Mr. LeCompte for his knowledge and ripened judgment in state matters and asked him to serve in an advisory capacity. This would allow the people to benefit from his experience while he enjoys a well earned period of leisure after leaving office.
Dorso flash of servicemen and dependents from Denton reported Navy and Army updates. Ensign Kathleen D Hollis Nurse Corps now stationed at Faragut Idaho after home visit. Cpl Earl W Shobe promoted to Sergeant at Camp Hood Texas. Cpl Robert D Weir on furlough from Geiger Field Spokane. Fred Brown Seabees enjoys 30 day leave after Pacific service with bases on Guam New Caledonia and the Marianas. promotion from Ensign to Lieutenant occurred June 1 at Bethesda Maryland.
Price Administrator Chester Bowes announced that Book Five will be issued at schools and public buildings from December 3 to 15, containing stamps for meats fats processed foods sugar and shoes. New gasoline books go into use December 22 and will differ only in color. The gasoline book is the third since rationing began and prepared for about fifteen months.
Taxpayers are reminded that every motor vehicle used on highways must display the Use Tax Stamp. The law remains in force and will be strictly enforced starting August 1, 1945 with penalties for delinquents.
Unheralded heroes of the war are bomb disposal specialists trained by both Army and Navy. Faced with German time bombs, they operate without trial and error, relying on full knowledge imagination and disciplined courage. They cancel fear with direct confident action.
The Farm Security Administration authorizes 25 million dollars in loans for veterans and civilians to purchase family-size farms. Loans cover full price with up to 40 years to repay at 3 percent, based on farm value and earning potential. Over 2,000 veterans have applied. 2,500+ have received rehabilitation loans for machinery and supplies.
The editorial supports immediate ratification of the United Nations Charter without reservations. It argues reservations risk a tragic impression and would hinder American engagement in global peacekeeping under the Security Council. It urges Congress to pass ratification clearly and decisively with no hidden strings.
Personal account describes the arrival in France after three days’ fighting. infantry units clearing German positions while air corps supported from the English Channel. Trucks bogged in sand and daily artillery and small arms fire intensified as December approached.
Pfc. Harry M. Allston writes from APO 90 about joining a new unit in Luxemburg. He recalls harsh winter, heavy fighting, and snowfall, then a brother's death that spurred harder work. After Rhine crossing, he notes occupation duty in Weiden, Germany, hopeful for home soon and asks recipients to keep sending the paper.
Pfc Clarence A Wertz of Greenwood Delaware arrives at Asheville Redistribution Station North Carolina for two weeks of recreation while awaiting reassignment after 29 months in the China Burma India theatre with the 48th Evacuation Hospital. He earned two combat stars Asiatic ribbons and good conduct. His mother Mrs Addie Wertz of Greenwood is noted. Ensign Lindsay E Clendaniel, medical discharge from the naval air corps is home with plans to resume aeronautical engineering studies at St Johns Annapolis. George W Clendaniel Jr returns to Camp Davis North Carolina as hospital there closes. Lt Louise Bareford USN Nurses Corps leaves Denton for Pasco Washington after hospital work in Easton and Franklin Square Hospital Baltimore.
Governor O Conor asked E Lee LeCompte State Game Warden to serve in an advisory role after his August 31 retirement. The letter lauds his long service, top tier national regard, and calls for continued input on Maryland hunting and fishing issues. The notice highlights his efforts against opposition to expand game and fish opportunities for Maryland sportsmen.
George Hofferbert, Collector of Internal Revenue, voiced pleasure with the results of the drive against violators of the Motor Vehicle Use Tax Law. The report notes continued activity and suggests further enforcement actions may follow.
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