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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1943
Page
1
The Navy reports sinking 12 Japanese vessels including a destroyer and 11 cargo ships, replying to the loss of two US submarines Amberjack and Grampus. One American sub also battled a Japanese submersible on the surface and sank it, in a series of retaliatory strikes.
Washington June 15 The Selective Service indicated a possible delay in drafting fathers until about October 1 as officials push to speed inductions of 18 to 25 year old childless men now deferred on occupational grounds. Instructions on employer filing of schedules show fathers may be listed for occupational deferment only if deferment beyond October 1 is sought.
Elkins June 15 seven prisoners escaped from Elkins County Jail after overpowering Jailer Dallas Pritt who was locking cells. Pritt wounded as was his wife, and neighbor W R Cromwell was struck while trying to bar the door. Escaped inmates include three federal prisoners three soldiers and one state prisoner.
Toughened American volunteers train at a Ranger base in Scotland under Captain Lloyd Marr, eager to be first ashore in Europe. Commando trained Rangers multiplying with classes still beside the Commandos, enduring brutal instruction from British sergeant majors. They welcome the challenge despite deadly risks.
The Grafton Sentinel invites Lawson D. Delaney of Blueville Additions to attend tonight's Strand or Dixie shows Right For Freedom with Rosa ld Russell and Fred MacMurray, The Meanest In The World with Jack nny and Priscilla Lane, and We The Marines at the piano! Identification may be required.
Argentina postponed until noon tomorrow the enforcement of its new ban on international coded radio messages. The Foreign Office said the delay allows foreign embassies and legations to work out details. The decree issued last Thursday was said to have detained certain dispatches deemed indispensable.
A bare majority of the House Appropriations committee voted to end the National Youth Administration. The panel cut NYA funding to 3 000 000 for wind-up and required liquidation by next January 1, shifting remaining unspent balances. NYA had sought about 55 million for the coming year, after receiving roughly 60 million last year. NYA, established in 1935 to run youth training schools and work programs, faced opposition from Rep. Engel and Rep. Grant who called it unnecessary. See YOUTH AGENCY Page 6.
About 10,000 workers in Ontario and Quebec walked off today seeking higher wages and union recognition. Shipyards in Quebec were hardest hit with 7,000 striking last night, as unions affiliated with the Canadian Congress of Labor press for a closed shop and collective bargaining. Additional actions occurred at Lachine near Montreal, Hamilton, Galt and Kitchener, and the Peck Rolling Mill in Montreal, with wage demands and full cost‑of‑living bonuses cited.
Charleston dispatch reports the State Chamber of Commerce declaring coal mine operators will be the sole substantial sufferers from wage decisions. It notes the public underestimates the retroactive pay liability since April 1, with portal-to-portal pay pushing miners’ wages up by about 1.30 dollars daily and settlement set for June 20 when the truce ends. West Virginia mine owners face back-pay totaling about 62 days per miner, estimated near ten million dollars.
Cincinnati June 15. The regional War Labor Board announced that smaller pay checks from the pay-as-you-go income tax, effective July 1, will not be used to grant wage or salary increases. The board, with jurisdiction in Ohio Kentucky and West Virginia, voted unanimously in favor of a resolution refusing to consider the withholding tax as a basis for wage boosts.
Chicago June 15 truck drivers roam the midwest buying corn at above ceiling prices and selling it to farmers in need. Grain firm sources warn this illicit market threatens a shutdown of corn refineries within 30 days, impacting textile, paper, aluminum, steel, brewing and other industries relying on corn derivatives. The Baldwin Elevator of Decatur notes an unprecedented surge of truckers across Illinois highways in a corn blitz.
Henry Cassidy reports from Moscow on June 22 as the war enters its third year of the eastern campaign. The date symbolizes continued German push in the east and is tied to expectations of a major Allied invasion. Weather has forced a pause in German offensives.
The Axis faces the full impact of American plane production as the United Nations rally to modern air power. A Japanese remark on killing highlights the brutal reality of warfare while Allied air forces push toward surrender of the Axis.
Colorado Springs dispatch notes Red Cross Overseas Sports program chief Fred Corcoran hopes to create an overseas sports museum in England. Planned items include Babe Ruth’s home run bat, Jack Dempsey’s gloves, Ty Cobb’s stolen bases shoes, Bing Crosby golf shirt, Gene Sarazen’s ball, and more to inspire servicemen in Army camps there.
The State Office of Civilian Defense plans county daytime alerts and county group tests to reduce air raid signal confusion. Most mobilization calls will be issued in the early evening, OCD Director Carl G Bachmann said. A statewide test is planned for early fall.
Allied Headquarters in North Africa reported that Wellington warplanes bombed the Messina railway and ferry terminal in Sicily with two ton blockbusters and incendiaries on Sunday night. The northwest African air forces delayed a full assault for the second day as Eisenhower’s communique said operations were limited to reconnaissance and patrolling. Two large fires were started in the Messina railway and harbor area.
London dispatch reports RAF heavy bombers attacking Ruhr targets last night with a focus on Oberhausen near Essen. A large formation, possibly American, crossed the channel today as daylight raiders headed southeast. Coast observers noted fighters returning from Pas de Calais, with three Fw 190s down. Official word lists 18 bombers missing on the Ruhr forays, marking the fourth straight night of RAF strikes.
Washington reports a push for a single food czar at the wartime bread basket. A bi partisan group from the Senate Banking Committee and House Agriculture Committee urged President Roosevelt to consolidate food authority under one leader. Delegations quoted Fulmer and lawmakers backing Food Administrator Cheater Davis for the post, facing opposition from Byrnes.
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