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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1943
Page
3
Weekly news analysis notes a Japanese armada repulsed in New Guinea and the Rostov Caucasus offensive reclaiming vital areas from German forces. It highlights FDR's remark on wartime production miracles and includes opinion column notes from a widely circulated newspaper union.
President Roosevelt in his annual message to Congress presents three main themes: progress toward victory for the United Nations, postwar economic security, and a broad outline of policy. He notes rising Allied production and manpower, with 48,000 airplanes and 56,000 tanks produced, and 1.5 million American troops overseas, while Allied forces push on Tunisian fronts and prepare for further advances in North Africa. He also outlines a strategy to pressure Japan and to strike hard in Europe, and signals postwar planning through general principles rather than specific legislation. In North Africa, British and American forces push to seize key heights near Bizerte, despite German counterattacks, as air and sea operations continue against Axis shipping. Diplomatic talks between De Gaulle and Giraud aim to speed French action in the region.
The United Nations gain momentum from south and central Russia as the Red army widens its two pronged attack toward Rostov. 61 villages captured in the Middle Don and major Caucasus gains push back German forces. Mozdok Nalchik and Mineralnye Vody come under heavy pressure. Berlin admits retreat in east Caucasus, citing a shortening of the front.
The CPA tightens petroleum use in 17 eastern states by banning pleasure driving and cutting non residential fuel oil allowances to 25 percent below current rations, about 45 percent of normal. The order blocks theater and racetrack motoring and warns future cuts may be needed. Violations face stern penalties as motorists scramble for fuel.
Executive order directs Roosevelt to mobilize rail and street car systems to move war workers. Eastman named to oversee transit, authority to requisition cars and facilities, ensure access for plants and defense sites.
General MacArthur reports Japan holds a vast area in New Guinea despite Allied advances. Allied bombers sink two enemy ships off Lae and hit a troop carrier, while air forces strike targets across New Britain Bougainville and Burma.
The 76th Congress sees the farm bloc expanding power as leaders seek changes to administration farm policies and a release from drafted farm youth. Five major farm groups unite behind the program, including the American Farm Bureau Federation and the National Grange. Senator John Bankhead advocates prioritizing farm labor in manpower redistribution and argues 3,000,000 to 3,500,000 draftees in 1944 could be diverted to weapons and food production.
The Office of Civilian Supply of the War Production board predicts 1943 civilian purchases of consumer goods will fall 10 to 15 percent as production declines 15 to 20 percent. Inventory absorption at year start may offset some lag. Durable goods show the largest drop after a 45 percent fall in 1942. Production from steel may nearly halt.
White-haired OWI chief Elmer Davis questioned Admiral Halsey’s forecast of a UN victory this year. He said no supporting information existed and noted Germany’s submarine buildup while stressing Allied ship production has risen in recent months.
Radically new lightweight passenger car designs may sell for as little as 400 dollars after the war. NAM president Fc Crawford cites advances in metallurgy and anticipated better gasoline than 100 octane, plus lighter metals, to deliver cheaper all-around auto transportation. Production on postwar models could begin within 18 to 18 months after the war, with war-era cars paving the way.
The American public contributed over 90 million in China relief efforts with survey 1043 Foca L wine emapunes. A national radio hook linked UP Willkie and honorary national chairs to the drive, noting last donations totaled 67.
Reports show American soldiers valued at 167 Japs in wage terms while the Quartermasters seek bids for 500000 to one million decorations for troops occupying Germany after the war. The Army distributes education via correspondence courses and runs a vast movie system, while new shatterproof glass reduces mess hall breakage.
A wartime column notes Walter Winchell on a duty tour leaving civilians to be served by substitutes. It recounts Army life slang, such as glider pilots called G Men of the Air and humor about helmets, trousers, and pockets, plus a joke about a soldier asking for pants for jitterbugging and a censor's note on a Pearl Harbor era letter. The piece also mentions a Perth Australian tune and soldiers' views on speed limits and behavior with equipment.
Washington gossip links Gen Heling Shih fei’s departure to personal life and policy battles. A Chinese fear of Japan after Hitler’s defeat intertwines with Stilwell’s leadership quarrels and Chiang Kai shek’s need to control pliant generals amid Washington intrigue.
A description outlines easy to follow crochet patterns from 2988D for a grammar school miss and a teen set. It presents directions for a luxurious chenille bedspread using Quarter and half blocks and combinations, offering heirloom possibilities and pickup work. Zgual, 15 cents, includes both bedspread hood and mitten directions.
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