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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1944
Page
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London dispatch reports Germany preparing for fall of Rome as Vichy radio claims Nazi forces will retire to a new northern defense line. A German spokesman says Rome’s capture would only gain prestige, while Fifth Army advances within about 20 miles of the city and gunfire is heard.
Labor disputes, new and old, kept about 41,000 industrial workers from jobs across the country with no settlement in sight. Pacific Northwest lumber plants and Detroit war industry units dominated the front, as 106 lumber-related facilities halted operations and 11 million board feet of output was lost. In Detroit, Chrysler Highland Park plantworker walkouts lead UAW CIO President Thomas to warn of possible expulsions for instigators.
Washington May 21 There is growing commotion in Washington over the Montgomery Ward seizure, drawing strong reactions from the Senate judiciary subcommittee, Attorney General Biddle and President Roosevelt. The dispute centers on wartime labor decisions and potential court review, signaling a possible shift in policy and political implications. See MONTGOMERY Page 3
The Associated Press war analysis reports that Japan’s outer Pacific defenses are reduced to a line of defense in name only. Navy officials and Eugene Burns say Nippon’s perimeter is weak and the United States could slice through it, with raids on Marcus and Wake Islands and an invasion of the Philippines anticipated as General MacArthur advances. The main fleet’s fate remains the key test as efforts focus on pressuring Tokyo to surface.
Charleston May 27 The Washington move clears the way for returning northern West Virginia coal mines and part of the southern operations to private ownership. Deputy Solid Fuels Administrator C J Potter said after a Washington meeting that mines under the war labor bond wage contract may be freed from government control in days. The Southern Coal Producers Association challenges War Labor Board authority over portal to portal pay as the agreement includes a $40 retroactive pay settlement per President Edward R Burke.
Senate liquor shortage committee chair McCarran drafts a report proposing at least 20 million gallons of alcohol could be diverted to whisky production without harming the war program. It warns social evils from beverage shortages and cites black market and bootleg sales at high prices. The document urges the War Food Administration to restrict legal supply.
The West Virginia University board of governors met today as part of the 77th commencement exercises. Governor Neely announced changes in the board, appointing Mrs. Victor Shaw and McIntosh to new terms while McIntosh filled a vacancy. Degrees will be conferred Monday with Dr. Howard Bevis of Ohio State addressing graduates.
Two veteran Democrats, Clyde R. Hoey and Cameron Morrison, lead a crowded North Carolina primary for the U.S. Senate with Marvin L. Ritch also active. Reynolds has declined to run, while a separate Democratic gubernatorial race features R. Gregg Cherry and Ralph W. McDonald.
CHICAGO May 21 A U S Circuit Court of Appeals upheld a injunction restraining Montgomery Ward and company from selling goods above OPA ceilings. The order issued Sept 7 by Judge John P Barnes covers all items and follows OPA charges that Ward sold women and children outer garments above ceiling prices.
Western battle news confirms 10 West Virginians killed in action including two officers. Among the European casualties are 2nd Lt. John D. Gatrell of Martinsburg and Lt. Stalie G. Reid Jr. of Hinton.
Allied reconnaissance units near Artena advance about 1½ miles north of the old beachhead as German counterattacks collapse. Heavy tank battles rage along the Cassino Valmontone line with Tigers in retreat. Eighth army moves up the Liri valley while Canadian forces push toward Melfa river.
President Roosevelt may plan another overseas journey to meet Prime Minister Churchill and allies. He suggested a possible late spring summer or fall visit while avoiding stormy weather and hinted a closer inspection of the war fronts.
The Grafton Sentinel invites T. A. Craft Walnut Street to attend tonight’s presentation at the Opera House. Maltese Falcon stars Humphrey Bogart and Mary Astor, with Night in New Orleans featuring Preston Foster and Patricia Morrison as current attractions.
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