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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Nov 21, 1942
Page
2
A plea to shoppers to spread Christmas buying over time to ease merchant strain and protect workers. It argues early shopping reduces clerk burnout and service disruptions, and urges consideration for store staff, postal workers, and delivery crews who also deserve a peaceful holiday.
The news of Allied troops landing in Africa signals the opening of a second front in World War II. The operation showcases American energy and initiative, aiming to divert Rommel's forces, ease pressure on Russia, and pave the way for Italy invasion. It stirs pride and motivates Americans to redouble efforts at home.
A historical column argues the Fair Labor Standards Act is a wages law not an hours limit. It notes overtime rules push employers to minimize hours and avoid costly overtime within the forty hour period amid manpower shortages. The piece discusses drafting labor and the tension between demand for workers and the forty hour rule.
The Christian Science Monitor argues that extending the workweek in nonwar plants would release manpower for war production, increase total man hours, and prevent permanent wage reductions. Repeal attempts and reactionary politics hinder progress. a wartime suspension of the forty hour law with an excess profits tax could be more feasible.
The article laments a looming food shortage as labor shortages and high‑level indifference drive farmers from business. It cites Dairyman's League figures: over 1,400 New York dairy farmers quit this year and nearly 20,000 dairy cattle sold, with 15,000 more expected. It argues manpower policies neglect agricultural needs alongside armament and industry.
President Roosevelt directs the Lend-Lease program to rush food clothing and weapons to Allied forces and civilians in North Africa occupied by U S troops. He vows no one will go hungry and weapon aid will speed defeat of common enemies. Allied advances reach Bone 50 miles from Tunisia as Casablanca battles end in French North Africa. The African campaign is described as a smaller second front and a prelude to a future cross-Channel offensive. Casualties are light and armistice ceremonies occur in many areas.
Sec retaries report 700000 equipment items needed for North Africa. Guadalcanal action yields 30 ships sunk or damaged, 31 Jap planes downed, and American losses. MacArthur notes bomber hits on two cruisers, Buna advance nears. Submarine sinkings rise as Atlantic losses announced. Draft age lowered to 18 and plans to resume education for soldiers. Byrnes calls standardization and civilian needs focus. women workers 16+ allowed with limits.
The National Resources Planning Board outlines postwar goals to build America with full employment, stable national income, and broad security. It calls for a national agency to coordinate these aims, including transport security, youth education, and social programs, to end unemployment and raise wealth.
Dairyman with well bred heifers due to freshen this fall is advised by Dr. K L Turk of the University of Maryland to prepare for peak production. Feed 4 to 8 pounds daily of 12 to 14 percent protein in late pregnancy, switch to bulky laxative mix two weeks before calving, include wheat bran and oats, and provide liberal high quality hay. Monitor udder, reduce grain if hard and caked, and house in a well bedded box stall two weeks pre calving with daily exercise.
The Citizens Emergency Committee denounces S. 2666 the War Overtime Pay Act of 1942 as an affront to taxpayers. It says federal payrolls lack reliable data and would impose a 44 hour workweek with guaranteed overtime, boosting inefficiency. It urges the Civil Service Commission to answer if full day overtime exists, if work is duplicated within or across agencies.
The committee concluded that duplicating or nonproductive federal employees should be freed for essential tasks before addressing overtime. Until then, taxpayers should resist funding over $400 million to solve an undefined problem.
Maryland Tuberculosis Association launches Christmas Seals sale on Monday November 23 to fund free diagnostic clinics in cooperation with state and county health departments. Clinics offer physical exams and X rays to detect tuberculosis. 179 clinics in early 1942 examined 4,264 people with 2,449 X rays, 205 positives.
Mrs. E. Longfellow of Greensboro and families hosted visitors from W. J. Murphy and Mrs. E. S. Martin. Rev A L Grey led Mt Olive Church services for Rev Jones of Harrington. Roy Shively of Baltimore stayed with parents Noble J. Shively. Kate Williams from Philadelphia visited near town. Sewing Circle enjoyed by Mrs Edward Lapham. Visitors included Mrs Wm Pippin of Greensboro and Mrs Kate Jones. Mrs Edward Clark staying with daughter Mrs Frank Reed in Longwood Pa. Mrs Anna Cheffins visiting niece Mrs Ira Phillips in Wilmington. Mrs Bessie Dennison of Armonk NY visiting local relatives.
A newspaper item analyzes wrong number calls highlighting mrs blank mis dials 9732 9372 and 9273 as common examples. It notes memory errors haste and poor enunciation cause misdials while favoring personal lists and careful dialing to improve wartime service.
A telephone company urges the public to refrain from curiosity calls during and after an all clear in blackout or air raid drills. The directive notes lines must stay open for wardens medical help and defense communications to prevent tying up central offices during emergencies.
Local notes list Mrs William Derr and Mrs Frank Hartnett and Catherine Lee of Dover visiting Ida Cooper in Greensboro. Pvt George Jopp on ten day furlough with wife’s parents. Various locals visit family, attend hospital stays, or travel for inductions at Ft Meade and Camp Lee. Pet Milk Co donates to Caroline County Nurse's fund. Charles Walls rated seriously ill on South Main Street.
Wartime guidance from Miss Margaret McPheeters of the University of Maryland extension urges families to participate in meat sharing as patriotic and practical. She outlines weekly allowances by age, advises shopping with flexibility, and lists 12 creative uses for meat, from stuffing to curry, to stretch limited supplies.
Twenty five years ago Federalsburg resident John W. Carroll dies leaving one son in New York and two in Federalsburg. Captain A D Branford's wife dies in Hillsboro after pneumonia. funeral in Hillsboro cemetery with survivor list. Various marriages, license issuances, and local visits noted, including Dr. P R Fisher’s return from Camp Pike and a Baltimore wedding of Robert C Rice and Clara I Williamson. Rev T C Smoot involved in recent automobile accidents and travel with companions.
A minister’s vehicle struck broadside by another car, leaving all occupants shaken and bruised but unharmed. Both cars were wrecked in the crash.
A letter urges a nationwide Christian campaign to close saloons during World War II. Frank Hammons calls for organized action to restrict liquor sales, back a Christian group at the White House, and publish the appeal widely. He asks newspapers and churches to back the drive with funds, arguing victory in the war depends on moral unity.
New reasons support building the Thanksgiving feast around poultry. Poultry supply seems ample enough for home use and to ship to armed forces and allies. Nutrition specialist Miss Margaret McPheeters gives roasting tips for a traditional meal while keeping ovens moderate and basting guidance.
Mr I T Saulsbury visited his daughter near Alexandria Virginia Mrs Jesse Fifer is quite ill due to a car collision Mrs Joseph Rittenhouse returned from Keyser West Virginia Mrs Elizabeth Haymaker of Centreville visits daughter Mrs Ronald Lane Townsend Club meets at Townsend Hall Saturday at 7 30 PM Improvements at the airplane observation post Mr Clifton Walls and Mr Ralph Towers have joined the army Mrs Rose Morris of Ingleside visited town Monday Mrs William Mitchell died Wednesday afternoon Mr and Mrs Charles Hammond are both sick
Colonel Henry C. Stenwood directs immediate postponement of inductions for registrants who reach age 45 before their scheduled report. Those under orders will have a 30 day delay. volunteers may still enlist under normal procedures. Registrants with 1-A notices urged to prepare shutdowns of business and finances for possible seven day furlough at induction stations.
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