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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1945
Page
15
Washington notes plot lines from Aug 4 AP dispatch on peacetime military training hopes and coal-miner releases, FEPC battles, Hollywood subversion probes, Bretton Woods seat, FEPC funding fights, eviction stay extensions, Capitol lighting upgrades, SF conference mementos, Truman junket ban, veteran clothing hurdles, and park landing sites for postwar travel.
In Chapel Hill on August 4 a former UNC student and war veteran J Jud Kinberg recalls a wartime practice of selling watches to Russian soldiers. He notes prices soared from standard values to high black market figures and cites brisk rear-area trade during combat. He suggests such watch schemes would again arise in any future conflict with Russia.
The article notes most nations must ratify 65 percent of quota subscriptions to ratify the Bretton Woods agreements, with the United States the only country so far. Once ratified, the bank and fund can be formed and boards of governors named, headquarters location to be decided at forthcoming meetings.
Report says a newly developed insect repellant described as skin-safe lasts up to 11 hours and could complement DDT. The armed forces, already supplied with DDT sprayed from planes, would face a double threat against mosquitoes in the Pacific if the repellent proves effective.
Shanghai businessmen weigh the citys future after private Washington meetings by American firms outlining a program for the possible return of the army. The talks are expected to give the state department headaches.
War department faced pressure from lawmakers over sending individual service members overseas. A congressman asked to delay one man’s deployment claiming he needs sleep after late night calls. Army researchers propose cheaper quinine extraction and potential broad use for other plant alkaloids including caffeine and nicotine.
Landlords rush to sell amid rent ceilings while tenants face rising prices to stay. OPA certificates of eviction climbed 34 percent, pushing households toward displacement as property values soar.
Senator Thomas of Utah proposes after the war the United States should create a national theater system with road companies. He argues many Americans across the 48 states have little access to professional theater and contrasts the idea with 40 other nations that already have national theaters.
Two English brides share views on working hours and costs in the United States. They describe long Labors from seven to seven with brief meals, limited meat, and high prices for chicken and cigarettes. They note easier social contact here and expect interviews with Mrs Dunkelberger about her London background.
Durham reports that Kurt Rossheis a German prisoner who spoke fluent English escaped from Camp Butner this morning. He is about 37, 5 feet 7 inches, blue eyes light brown hair ruddy complexion and wore POW clothing with dark glasses.
A new Beltone hearing aid fits the palm and needs no separate battery pack or wires. It weighs about half the bulk of typical models and promises natural, noiseless, clear, powerful tone. Beltone invites readers to request a free descriptive booklet and home demonstration with no risk.
A Montana group led by Armin Hill and including Joe Livers and Harriet Livers observed a near total solar eclipse near Beef Trail Hill six miles from Butte. Nine cars blocked access while observers timed totality at about 23 seconds, with sun dogs visible beforehand and a star like corona during totality.
Raleigh August 4 The budget head Robert G Deyton assistant director of the budget sits at the center of North Carolina s finance as state revenues rise to a record surplus He oversees about 9 000 payrolls and 30 000 public school staff and approves or denies fund transfers and small raises with authority backed by the advisory budget commission He stresses prudent spending amid a large projected biennial expenditure and notes the need to avoid rainy day waste.
A new $50,000 scenic tunnel extending from Table Rock under the Horseshoe Falls was opened in Niagara Falls Ontario. The 450 foot long tunnel is seven feet high and six feet wide, reinforced with concrete, and accessed by an elevator dropping 150 feet through solid rock.
Engineers monitor project authorization and ensure minor repairs avoid excessive scrutiny. Major repairs additions and betterments require budget bureau approval. Permanent improvements are vetted before bid release and checks ensure they stay within earmarked funds.
A report notes actors in Japan's theater scene increasingly treated as outcasts amid cultural pressures and shifting audience attitudes, affecting performances and careers across multiple venues.
London reports reveal the so called Get Rich Quick Jones describes a simple plan to profit from wartime effects on property and enterprise. He cites Assam Railways and Trading Co and the upcoming Ledo road as catalysts for stock gains. He notes a 35 point rise in A stock and a 10 point rise in B stock plus potential cash payouts and eight percent dividends.
More than 330 educators surveyed southern conditions and concluded the nation’s best economy lies in the region. They urged government backing for education upgrades, noting the south has one third of children yet low tax capacity and underfunded higher education. The report stresses schools must lead reforms with regional cooperation.
Remington Rand Inc Stamford Conn has a four year backlog of civilian business as war work ends James H Rand president announces Postwar expansion includes a four story laboratory in South Norwalk Conn for machines and equipment for business The laboratory will employ 300 technicians He foresees a heavily increased demand for office equipment and plant expansion will continue at a high rate for several years
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