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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1944
Page
2
The piece discusses doubts over a soldiers vote bill and how ballot handling could affect overseas ballots. It covers the Green-Lucas plan allowing write ins and party designation, with fears of tampering by election officials and partisan abuse. It cites Senator Scott Lucas and references Nash-Kelly machine practices.
The report describes British steamer boarding and killing isolated Japanese officers and men. It notes a desire to pursue daring acts for a fugitive ruler and warns the American public about a long pursuit. It discusses possible imitation of French and African methods to root out the hardliners.
Lt Don Budge and Cadet Jack Kramer head an all star tennis cast for a booster event in New York to aid the fourth war loan drive. The program aims to generate 500000 in bond purchases as amateurs compete with professionals. Stars include Pauline Betz KatharineWinthrop AliceMarbie MaryHardwick Mrs Dorothy Round Little Ted Schroeder and Don McNeill.
The report states that the typical American consumed 12.7 quarts of ice cream in the previous year. It highlights rising trends in frozen dessert intake and references general dietary data without naming individuals or specific institutions.
Dr. Harold Beck reports a study finding the youngest children can have good teeth with proper calcium intake. Mothers who drank milk during pregnancy, cod liver oil for vitamin D, and early care reduce enamel decay and missing teeth. neglect increases dental arch problems and teenage tooth loss.
Raleigh January 28. At year end the teachers and employees retirement fund assets totaled 10 730 151 53. The fund began July 1 1941. Six thousand five hundred fifty nine members contributed 4 182 501 62 while the state added 6 186 299 59 and investments earned 361 350 32.
The notice touts Broncho-line vision and Broncho-line Emulsion as fast cough relievers. It claims one dose provides relief, with more doses possibly curing the cough, and notes no chloroform or narcotics and no habit formation. A 65 cent bottle is sold at Mann Drug Store with a money back guarantee.
Army air forces unit at Port O Connor Texas blends army and navy roles as soldiers crew a small flotilla serving Matagorda Island and peninsula. Warrant Officers Kinsel and Cordray bring civilian seafaring backgrounds to deck duties while army officers conduct inspections aboard rescue boats tugs ferries and motor barges. A Navy loaned PBY and Coast Guard presence add to the maritime mix in this Gulf outpost.
The North Carolina Society of Engineers begins its annual gathering in Raleigh with discussions on current and postwar problems. Officers will be installed this afternoon. Speakers include Governor Broughton, Thomas H. MacDonald, Sam F. Newkirk, and Charles Ross.
Pvt. Lindsay Paul Leonard 20 eldest son of Rev. and Mrs. A Odell Leonard of Lexington was killed in action in Italy on January 6 according to notice from his agents via the war department.
U S forces under Admiral Nimitz report that on the 21st day of a Marshall Islands offensive Japanese fighers lost 16 to 22 planes with no American losses. Seventh Army Air Force bombers of Mitchells roared into Maloelap Atoll with fighters in pursuit as intense dogfights followed. American crews claim air superiority as the campaign expands toward Eniwetok and nearby atolls amid heavy attrition on both sides.
The Treasury urged wage earners to file income tax returns as soon as they receive wage and tax receipts. With an estimated 12 million returns expected before the March 15 deadline, the move aims to avoid a last minute rush. Acting Internal Revenue Commissioner Harold N Graves said early action helps determine if a large or small refund is due, and that pay as you go deducts do not excuse March 15 filings.
Wendell P. Arrington a 29 year old Miami shipyard worker was found guilty of second degree murder in the death of his wife 23 year old WAC Lieut Mildred P Aarington. The judge fixed a 12 year sentence. Arrington testified he choked and slashed her with a razor October 18 in a fit of passion after she claimed she was pregnant by another man. An autopsy said she was not pregnant.
Columbia announce Jefferies was named head of the Santee Cooper hydroelectric development. He has tied to the project for a decade and will replace the former manager as the board approves a long term planning and development program to progress the project as outlined in the enabling act.
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