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Newspaper
Hayward Review
Location
Hayward, California, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1945
Page
1
The piece analyzes competing motives behind France and Russia in postwar actions, noting Moscow's alleged secrecy and Western worry over Soviet influence. It argues readers should watch for shifts in European alignment as tensions over aid, arms, and relations with Eastern Europe unfold.
The narrative outlines Townsend negotiations with Alameda County Fair officials and a push to block Peasanton access as San Lorenzo plans unfold. Irenee’s event slated for late September draws speakers like Manuel Ruarte and promoter Alameria Elles, with local figures and groups rallying support for Native Sons interests and village cooperation.
Coroner's jury convened to investigate six deaths including a man identified as John T. Dewlings and others linked to vehicle crash and drowning incidents. The panel returned exonerations and findings on each case, naming involved drivers and bystanders and noting the circumstances surrounding each fatality.
A stricken coastline braces as a hurricane nears Florida with warnings from authorities. Residents along Key West and surrounding islands prepare for heavy winds and possible flooding within 12 to 18 hours. Officials urge evacuation where directed and monitor shifting track.
A garbled court note reports Pryor case postponement involving a pool hall proprietor tied to a fatal drowning in the Mississippi. The absent key defendant remained in hospital care at Highdind with injuries and unclear condition.
Fire crews responded to a small blaze at a Hayward area facility linked to Inge Malabiad Company. An oil drum with 4000 gallons of oil caught fire but was not fully emptied, according to Wire Chief Tony Augunt. Marjerie Gifter reported the incident and aided the filing of a claim.
A brief, fragmented report notes the death of two brothers in a race incident at San Quentin. It mentions convicts, a machine mishap, and references to prison guards and punishment contexts without clear sequence or full names.
Readable figures show U S casualties for a recent week totaling about 70 thousand, with the Army down while Navy and Coast Guard up. The Army lists 1,070,780 total including 260,864 killed 681,880 wounded 124,172 prisoners and 38,000 missing with 369,077 wounded returning to duty and 83,833 prisoners liberated.
The USS Saralugi, flagship of the U.S. Fleet, anchored at Alameda amid cheering sailors and families. About 1,700 crew and passengers will start discharge or guard leave, with remaining crew awaiting 30 day leaves before reassignment.
Mrs Bulb Bixler, 24, of 16247 Via Anacapa Sint Lorenza, faces a warrant for contributing to the delinquency of minor children. Police report she left Aug 21 in a car with two men, leaving money for the children until Aug 27. Her two children Card 4 and Judith Caren 1 are in detention.
The United Automobile Workers CIO threatened a system wide shutdown to enforce a single wage scale across General Motors. The move targets wage parity in the motor industry and aims to push for uniform pay standards.
General Douglas MacArthur announced the suspension of Domei News Agency, charging American troops’ looting and atrocities by enemy forces while promising press freedom for other U S outlets. He outlined phased occupation, demobilization and security measures, noting over 100000 troops already on Japanese soil and further steps to restore order.
A proposal to return Tyrol to Austria was submitted at the Big Five conference resuming talks on a Balkan peace, with U.S. Secretary of State Byrnes and envoys Burton Berry and Maynard Humphreys in attendance. Austria’s envoy Franckenstein said a mapped proposal favors Tyrol’s return, arguing no recognized Austrian government exists to oppose it.
Anthony J. Fernandes, seaman first class, USNR, of San Leandro, commended by the Seventh Fleet commander for distinguised service aboard a vessel in the Southwest Pacific. During a rapid enemy air attack he manned his gun, delivered steady defensive fire, aided in downing the lead planes, and his ship sustained only minor damage. He is authorized to wear the commendation ribbon.
A fourth grade class at Burbank grammar school held religious instruction. After filling out cards for Catholic or Protestant classes, a student asked the others. When the teacher tried to stop the discussion a red haired boy remarked that Catholics get candy after class, highlighting perceived differences.
Attorney James F. Brennan prepares to support Warren S. Billings in San Francisco as he seeks a certificate of rehabilitation and restoration of citizenship rights after a 1916 bombing case. Brennan, bedridden, plans to travel to Redwood City for the hearing, with Mrs. Brennan and Judge Maxwell McNutt overseeing proceedings.
Sacramento reports 1500 new laws from the 1945 legislature go into effect 90 days post adjournment. Changes range from unemployment insurance expansion to enhanced aid for cerebral palsy care and education, reorganization of state agencies, and a department name change to mental hygiene. Some provisions affect felony penalties and wildlife reporting, with broad societal reach and new eligibility timelines beginning January 1 for insurance coverage.
Tokyo dispatch quotes Lt. Gen. Robert L. Richelberger stating Japan could be effectively neutralized within a year if it avoids backroom deals. He cites Allied occupation force sizes of 90,000 to 100,000 troops in the mainland, with up to 400,000 overall in the theater. Forces move to Honshu and Hokkaido as operations proceed.
In Tokyo seven industrialists who helped build Japan’s vast war machine predict widespread deaths this winter. They warn as many as 8,000,000 countrymen could starve, risking social upheaval and a socialist revolution. They claim their profits and weapons plans could push mortality as high as 10 percent, with the poor bearing the burden.
In a BBC London relay Yenan radio says Japanese forces in China attack and counterattack the Chinese eighth route and new fourth armies as Mao Zedong and Chiang Kai-shek discuss unity. Communist units reportedly occupy Kalpang Cho foo Shanghaikwen and Chengze with peace as the priority.
A six Democrat four Republican joint congressional committee formed to investigate the Pearl Harbor disaster. Senate members include Alben Barkley and five others. House hawk members include Jere Cooper and John Murtha among others, aiming to probe the events surrounding the attack.
Today events include Eastern Star Rheingold Lodge 45 meeting at 8 p.m. Dania Hall, Home Builders Class at Schooner Club, Ashland Presbyterian Church Elementary School board Poinkefia Camp RNA. Tomorrow features Valborg Lodge at 8 p.m. Dania Hall Baumberg Community Club dance at 9 p.m. Dania Hall.
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