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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1942
Page
2
A weather notice states rain will move into western North Carolina this afternoon with an unsettled pattern. Strong rainfall may affect coastal counties later, and the forecast warns of brief showers and cooler air thereafter.
Reports from Batavia note partial Japanese gains at Bali with Den Pasar airfield in enemy hands while allied naval air power destroyed ships near Bali. Burma fighting continues along Sittang and Bilin rivers as Britain’s forces fall back, while Stalin urges victory in Europe.
Continued from Page One reports that the Japanese expeditionary force facing annihilation near Bali was attacked by Dutch and American warships and planes. London confirms only one Japanese ship escaped, with the rest pounded or destroyed in Bali’s close waters. Authorities in Batavia and the Netherlands government in exile claim victory.
Field ceremonies in the Philippines honor five officers serving under General MacArthur. General Sutherland and General Marshall receive medals for outstanding service as principal assistants to the commanding general of US Army forces in the Far East. General MacArthur praises them as cool, resourceful, courageous, and devoted.
The report mentions potential casualties tomorrow and notes no information from other areas. The fragment references a nation's military honor and suggests uncertainty about updates, with emphasis on ongoing danger and incomplete coverage.
India pressed for immediate British measures to rank with other self governing executives as a national government in wartime. It asked for non official, representative Indian members on the British war cabinet and the Pacific war council. Feb 12 invitation to send reps followed by skeptical press tone. Editorials urged Britain to grant real political power, with Calcutta Statesman saying Chiang Kai shek spoke plainly to Britain and that there is no alternative. Churchill's reported plan to consolidate empire in Asia noted, Cripps linked to war cabinet terms and Sinclair possibly sent as Britain’s rep.
A dated list shows multiple donors contributing to the Red Cross War Fund, totaling 12 170 60 dollars. Contributions include individuals and local businesses such as High Point Elks Ledge 50.00, E C Dillon 1.00, Yow's Funeral Home 5.00, North State Telephone Co 47 75, City Wine & Beverage Co 3.00, New York Cafe 2.00, Moore & Moore Barbers 1.00, Moore & Moore 1.00, and others. The riff lists many small amounts with a final tally of 12 170 60.
Washington report says the Tokyo Japanese radio network hums as White House critics describe efforts to drum up support for President Roosevelt’s war address to be delivered tonight. The broadcast is framed as a test of morale and propaganda before the speech.
A Panamanian tanker Thalia was torpedoed today near the Mancos Islands about 100 miles from Aruba. Lifeboats carrying crew members were sighted about 350 miles off the Mona Islands, according to Aneta news agency reports.
General Douglas MacArthur, from his beleaguered position on the Bataan Peninsula, sent congratulations and lauded the resistance to heavy blows by a previously undefeated enemy. He praised a counterattack driving the foe back and called the effort a supreme military achievement, and noted the world’s hope rests on the Russian Army’s banners.
London Feb 23 Major F E W Sheppard, a respected British military authority, in the Daily Herald, said Stalin’s claim of ultimate Russian victory gains plausibility. He noted Hitler must cover about 500 miles to reach the Caucasus next summer, a greater distance even with surprise against a seasoned foe.
Funeral services for Mrs Bonnie Arrington Holmes wife of Wilmont S Holmes were held at St Marys Episcopal Church with Rev Howard Hartzell and Rev Norwood Bowne officiating. Burial followed at Oakwood Memorial Park Cemetery. Also honored were David Alexander Davis a prominent farmer who recently died at his home Marlboro Friends Church conducted services by Rev Clifton Pearson and Rev Reuben Payne.
Directors of the High Point Chamber of Commerce and Merchants' Association pledge full cooperation with the U S Government to locate an army camp in the area. The resolution states the Chamber will assist in every possible way if the government seeks a camp here. Attending directors and committee representative named.
War minister Sir James Grigg retained his post as Britain mounts reorganization of wartime cabinet. Changes shift aircraft production to J J Liewellin out for W Moore- Brabazon, and Arthur Greenwood exits as minister without portfolio. Churchill then names Hugh Dalton to head the board of trade and Lord Walmer to economic warfare. Greenwood's office lapses.
Bicycle enthusiasts around City Hall indicated plans to call a meeting to discuss forming a bicycle club in the city. City workers and emergency staff recently bought bikes, and organizers expect an announcement in a day or two. A separate obituary notes a large gathering for Boyd B. Bulla with service ends in churchyard.
Sinnett, opening a week at the Paramount Theatre, thrilled two capacity audiences with occult skill. He answers reader questions daily, offering insights on jobs, loans, love, and business with terse, era-tinged predictions.
Sinnett will answer 15 reader questions daily during his engagement in High Point. He will use initials when replying, with only the writer and Mr. Sinnett knowing the writer's identity. Fill the coupon and mail to Sinnett in care of The High Point Enterprise.
M C Bame died at his home 412 Grayson Street at 1 am after a year of declining health and a three week critical illness. Born September 4 1872 in Rowan County he lived in this city 30 years and worked for Alma Desk Company. He is survived by wife Frances Eller and several children and grandchildren. Funeral services set for Oak View Methodist Church with interment at Oak Wood Cemetery.
Dy 5. W. Taylor reports the West Chapel Methodist Church four miles west of Asheboro burned to the ground Sunday shortly after 9. The cause is unknown. the church, built in the early 1900s, had a recent Sunday school room addition and was well insured. Rebuilding plans likely. Quarters conferences set for Canaan, Welch Memorial, Alleghany, and Reed's Church. Brevard College Maintenance Campaign shows receipts totaling 1200 after an 1868 allotment.
Agonizing headaches and neuralgic pains yield quickly to the BC formula. BC relieves muscular aches and functional periodic pains and acts as a sedative for simple nervousness. Available in 10c and 25c sizes. Use only as directed and consult a physician if pains persist.
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