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Newspaper
Hayward Review
Location
Hayward, California, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1943
Page
5
A Hayward youth in the Merchant Marine is missing after a ship sinking. The telegram to his mother, Mrs. G. Colom bolus of 72 Main street, gives few details. The missing youth, 26, had graduated from local schools. his mother and siblings await news.
Navy gunner’s mate on leave visits family. Nichola Rizzo, 17, serving aboard a carrier, listed as son of Mr. and Mrs Harry Rizzo. Anna Miller of Hayward graduates Radioman third class from Naval Training School in Oxford. Manuel Reyes, a Texas A M cadet from Hayward, arrives for Army Air Force instruction. Corporal Phillip Woolley of Hayward injured in battle, medal sent for safekeeping. Arthur Costa of Hayward promoted to staff sergeant at Fort Mason, formerly with Bank of America branch in Hayward.
An auspicious open house marked the debut of Hayward's Holy Family Convent on Second Street beside All Saints Church. Six sisters reside now, led by Mother General Sister Celestine, with Benediction officiated by Rev. Mather A. Marthis. The order emphasizes social service and parish outreach as a suburban religious presence grows.
Yuletide atmosphere fills U S O Hall with holiday hospitality. A famous savings mat on hand Wednesday features a Rejential dome Of Swing for a dance and a fine musical program. Tuesday evening offers high derisdease with plans for May Miller and a Sunday event wrapping the Twilight Hour.
In a brief entry from Camp Roberts California a note identifies Olin Hays aged 18 living with his husband Elizzabeth Ways at 184 Avenue Hayward California. The record places him at the Infantry Nephesinene Center Camp Roberts with a K Bags reference.
Two Hayward youths Wilbert Martin and Francis Meserhant, both 21, joined the U S Marines together and train at the San Diego Marine Corps base Leatherneck received recruits. They say they have known each other since childhood and worked on a defense project together before enlisting on November 1. Martin is the son of Mr and Mrs Martin of 6th Street and Meserhant is the son of Mr and Mrs Meserhant of 1538 Seema Street.
The Maynard Recreation Commission at their Sunday night meeting named Christina Bounds, a local teacher, as temporary director with John Wilbur chairing. They applied for membership in the regional commission and began mapping a modern program for the city. The body started at Burbank and Bret Harte grade schools and set a term of 45 days for one year with staggered terms for others.
A California faction led by Eden Park native Sana Vownled advocates national laws to remove Japanese residents and strip them of citizenship rights. California leaders, including Lieuxclusion of the Japanese, press for denial of entry and expulsion nationwide. The plan targets Japanese Americans across the country amid wartime rhetoric.
The Bay Traffic Committee, led by Chief Raymond Gate, will coordinate enforcement with Oakland volunteers to study travel and vehicle registration. The group aims to curb rising death and injury rates by checking registrations, operator cards, vehicle mechanics, and driver sobriety, using a citywide crackdown.
Fragmentary OCR shows a disputed claim about a tract of land on the westerly boundary of Speedway Property near Mesxpertan House. The garbled text references a horse project, government action, and a sale date that remains unclear and unaffirmed.
Fairview firemen seek community support to fund a new firetruck. The drive involves local residents and volunteers, with a plan to raise funds through a door to door mailing and Sunday collection in January. City officials will discuss the effort at a final meeting led by Chris Gaulards and Marty Slaktenpren with Chief War Welterg urging participation.
A Cub Scout group receives its charter during a Wednesday night ceremony. The event includes plans for annual meetings and community activities, with upcoming events and preparations for the next year noted by organizers and participants.
Rotarians at a Noonday luncheon heard Radio Inventions highlights and advances. Speakers discussed early wireless communication, TV concepts, and emerging music broadcasting, with notes on technical progress and potential local impact.
Ashland Fire Chief Sandy led an annual banquet for the Ashland Fire Department. Veterans and relatives attended as retirees were recognized for service while the department celebrated its past year.
November records from Hayward police show multiple incidents including automobile accidents, thefts, and similar offenses. The report notes several cases of drunks, thefts, violations with phones, and public-service inquiries, highlighting 23 adjourned investigations and several minor offenses.
Fragmentary OCR text shows a Dry Goods Ration Expert named Mrs Dorothy Unris with unclear role and mentions a Friday schedule. The readable bits reference rationing, local place names, and potential party connections, but specifics are unreadable due to garbled text.
Federated Improvement Clubs secure transportation savings for residents in Hayward and Castro Valley. The civic effort, led by local figures, aims to extend reduced fare eligibility to nearby communities, with supporters citing notable public benefit across the Bay Area.
First Troop Air Boy Scouts begins with a vigorous program at New York chin park. Leaders and aviation volunteers coordinate intensive instruction in engine power and flight planning, shaping a disciplined group of youths into capable cadets poised for future aviation service.
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Foursquare Church presents a drama at 8 o clock on the fourteenth street venue. The program features Rev Wilson and a gifted cast, aiming to portray persecution themes with a staged performance in New York and Berlin, inviting public attendance and mission emphasis.
A local high school cafeteria program provides nutrition and cost savings for students and staff. The article lists participating groups and names several committee members and supporters involved in the project.
Federated Tri clubs held a busy meeting last Thursday with plans for a benefit event. Willa Knudsen was presented with a civic gift at 2205 Baet Avenue as committee chair Nick Tanor reported progress on servicemen transportation and hospital fund allocations. The event featured local dignitaries, a Christmas tree display, and updates on city hall funding and holiday arrangements.
Red Cross unit calls for holiday gifts to aid service work in the city. Chairman Morton Manson and officers urge residents to donate ready packages for distribution in the coming days. Volunteers will handle packing at the city headquarters and in designated zones for quick delivery to those in need.
A fragmented OCR text describes Fine Talent High School’s annual Christmas observance. The piece references UTpbient te awnaire Ault new Wika Nevada and lists several individuals including Phyllis Airdrade, Snothy Cliss, and Miss yn Row, among others, with scattered phrases about choir performances and school year activities.
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