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Newspaper
Greeley Daily Tribune
Location
Greeley, Colorado, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1943
Page
7
Editor notes the radar radio eye of the American war effort began mass production in August 1940. Originating at the Naval Research Laboratory, radar has contributed to a major American victory in the global conflict. This installment by John M. Hightower marks the coming of age of mass production.
Washington reports a mass production push for radar in 1940 41 shaping US industry. Admiral Bowen and GE's Wilson push naval cooperation, leading to large navy contracts and rapid factory setup. British technical missions and Watson-Watt's work influenced US progress, with secrecy surrounding both sides' developments. By 1941 major electronics firms join the program under Navy coordination, culminating in a three dimensional effort of research development and production.
Robert W. Johnson, on a 45 day furlough, praises his South Pacific service earning battle stars as an aviation machinist mate on the Enterprise. He survived a near miss when a boat struck the flight deck. Johnson reports to Alameda after his furlough, a 1998 Iron Grove graduate who enlisted in 1941, son of Mrs. Charles Jolson of Denver. Albert L. Rogers, fire controlman third class, also on a short furlough visiting his wife and three children at 1208 Fourth Street. Rogers served on a carrier in the Alaskan area after shore duty in San Francisco, and is the son of Mr. and Mrs. G. E. Rogers of 202 North Ninth Avenue.
Isabell Stenzel married Master Sergeant Roger Sumner in a Sunday ceremony at the German Congregational Church officiated by Rev VM Hammelmann. The bride wore white chiffon and carried a white orchid bouquet. Matron of honor was Mrs. Reuben Johnston and bridesmaids wore pastel chiffon. A reception followed at Guild Hall and the couple planned a short wedding trip before making their home in Denver where the groom is stationed at Fitzsimmons Hospital.
A late June storm near Miniken caused minor damage to plants and home gardens while leaving low-lying areas flooded after three hours of heavy rain. The Presbyterian Sunday School plans a July 4 gathering in the town park. A charity drive and church activities are mentioned, with visitors from California and local community notices.
Four Navajos from Window Rock wandered into Denver spending their meagre funds on amusement machines and guns in a city outing. Police found them exhausted at a bus depot and they were taken to the Indian Agency and then to the Walden mission for lodging and transport home.
The document notes white buildings and very light colors are more visible to enemy bombers than darker tones. White can be seen from 6,500 to 10,000 feet in moonlight, while neutral yellowish gray is only visible from about 1,000 to 2,300 feet under flares.
Jos G Martinez, 65, and son Gregory, 22, were released on bond Monday returnable July 8. Martinez charged with assault with a deadly weapon. he posted $1000. Gregory charged with misdemeanour. posted $600. Arrests follow attack on Dan Susman, 37, farmer near Greeley who is recovering from a skull fracture after a heavy hoe strike.
The dene of San Francisco's city hall stands 16 feet higher than that on the national Capitol, indicating a notable architectural height difference between the two government structures.
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