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Newspaper
Hayward Review
Location
Hayward, California, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1945
Page
1
A writer tours the new police building with officers, noting cramped quarters, a proposed layout aligning jail and court facilities, and calling for closer ties between water, police, and highway offices. The piece ends with a sharp political aside before shifting to a San Francisco dateline about wartime abortion discussions.
Postmaster Anthony Foster announced 1845 postal receipts reached 86 095 46, far above 1844. He noted wartime growth, with December mail volume up, Christmastime packages rising, and 118 extra workers hired. The office serves 35 000 to 41 000 people, with a survey planned to confirm current population served.
A community clothing drive is announced to aid torn refugees in Europe. Hayward area chairmen announce dates January 7 to January 3, with plans for school collections and distribution through local clubs and organizers. The committee aims to gather clothing titles for distribution and will release further details after January 4.
Janet Cy Reiseke 31 of 1741 Old Dublin road slightly injured last night in a Highway 50 accident as her car, a passenger vehicle, collided with another. Drivers Barney Buchanan 38 of 800 Michigan avenue and Lt R J Reische Jr blamed limited visibility. A three car crash injured Mr and Mrs Farry Conway at Naval Air Station Santa Ana. Edward Nanderickson 21 A. J. Mathews 19 and Mary Anna Bavey were involved. Ralph Absher aboard USS Cerece. Sacramento insured? Attorney General Kenny says districts may insure students on athletic field trips but not scholastic trips.
Washington report indicates internees exempted by draft boards as authorities classify certain registrants as 1G or deferred 1-C status. The notices reference regulations for induction as of December 7 and outline processes for registrants to receive deferments or exemptions.
Sacramento report states that New Yuan revelers cannot extend celebrations past midnight as state Liquor Administrator Grove Me Stal refuses any relaxation. The law provides a strict night closing time with no authority to grant exceptions for New Year’s Eve.
Local War Price and Rationing board members conclude service with year end. Mrs Hugo Frank to graduate December 31 after since 1941 start. tire and sugar rationing ending soon. Other members listed for early retirement and ongoing duties, with names across multiple communities.
Police report that Milt Dohner’s service station faced a break in early today as safecrackers stole 50 in cash and a 715 check. The theft was discovered by an employee at 4 am when the safe was found open. Entry was gained by reaching through a broken window and unlocking a door.
War Chest committee reaffirmed its plan to fund a veterans counselor only at a constrained level. It urged city council to seek a broader arrangement so all veterans groups are fairly represented while protecting the charity’s finances. The final amount will be set after the drive ends February 2.
UWA Chief Raymond Cato warned of higher traffic deaths during New Year celebrations. He urged motorists to stay off highways or use taxis, noting last weekend’s surge in fatalities. The piece also reports Don Wallis pledging support for his wife Cavendolyn amid charges linked to a schoolteacher scandal and a shooting case involving Toby Clark.
UPI reports nearly 400 detainees were questioned after Thursday night bombings and most were released today. Curfew eased and Jerusalem remained quiet. In San Francisco trial of Mrs Annie Trees Mansfaldt for slaying Mrs Voda Martin was adjourned until next Friday.
Key System will operate water bridge routes and interurban lines for New Year’s Eve celebrations. President Alfred J. Lindberg stated the system will run all streetcar and rail services to accommodate celebrants, with connected lines extending across Haywards, San Pran eiggo Rolvin, and related routes for year-end riders.
Hayward merchants announce a New Year prize for Hayward's first baby born in 1946. A winner will be chosen by the birth time on the doctor’s birth certificate, if born by 12:01 a.m. on January 1. The Review staff will verify the birth and issue a letter to the parents for gifts from local merchants including Feanomy, S and H Cleaners, Le Prufe, Montgomery Ward, Hayward Savings and Loan, Hayward Floral Shop, Tate’s Cleaners, and porn.
Hayward plans reveal two new structures to be built if the city council approves a zoning ordinance by the Planning Commission. Al Ferreira seeks a $50,090 soundproof roller rink on Caytro Street across from Hayward plunge, and Jess Reber proposes a new Standard Oil service station at A and Filbert if the ordinance passes.
Citizens forming a campaign committee publicly name dozens of supporters for a school bond measure set for June 5. The roster includes Marty J. Payne, Leo W. Palin, Pearl R. Parr, and many others, indicating broad local backing for the bonds.
Secretary of State James F Byrnes returns from Moscow amid congressional questions on Big Three decisions. A C-34 transport lands near schedule in foggy conditions as Byrnes prepares to explain outcomes on a radio broadcast possibly at 10 pm EST. He says he wants only a haircut and sleep, may join the presidential party on the yacht, while senators seek talks on implications of the agreements.
Deputy income tax collectors will set up at the post office basement to assist residents with income tax returns starting next month. Five deputies will be on duty across early January with more scheduled through February and March. Russell Nelson and William Brown assist. Returns and payments due by March 15, 1946. Any U.S. citizen or resident with $500+ gross income in 1945 must file.
The AFL California cannery unions threaten a blanket 1 cent an hour wage rise as contract talks with California Processors and Growers begin next month. A nationwide steel strike threat looms amid stalled GM wage talks and a $2 day raise demand from US Steel workers. GE wage offer rejected by CIO electrical workers.
Liberty ship Henry D Thureui reported 500 miles south of the Azores with bombs loose in the hold en route to Cape May New Jersey. The ship said she would be all right unless heavier weather struck.
Mrs Flavia Taye, 42, wife of Jimmy Tarantino editor of Hollywood Nite Life, says three armed men kidnapped her and threatened to "take care of her husband" if he continues publishing. The incident underscores safety concerns for media personnel and high profile editors.
U S Third Army intelligence officers found a Hitler license and papers in Ter-Benson village, dating to April 20 before the Nazi regime’s fall. The documents include Adolf Hitler and Eva Braun marriage licenses among several other Germans records.
In Kentucky near Coal Creek mine 22 trapped miners face deteriorating conditions as a new fire halts rescue efforts. Crews retreat to bring up gear and reattempt entry while uncertainty surrounds any survivors. Separate report notes Senator Thomas of Utah planning marriage to his secretary Ethel Evans in the near future.
A 40 member Eastern Advisory commission team, led by Nelson T. Johnson, reached Honolulu late last night and will depart for Tokyo today aboard the USS Mount McKinley. Johnson said the mission’s aim is to ensure surrender terms are carried out and that territorial and peace questions are settled, with a Russian delegation and three New Zealand delegates likely to join in Tokyo.
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