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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1945
Page
2
Partly cloudy and continued cold today with snow flurries in the mountains this afternoon and early tonight. Lows tonight forecast from 15 to 20 in the far west, 20 to 25 in central and eastern portions.
The article describes Hopkins arguing for a stable foreign policy while addressing frontiers in the war. He questions U S understanding of Italy and warns against sweeping actions that could empower new regimes. He cites shipping limits and Allied food relief as critical to Italy and notes the Pacific war’s impact on shipping.
Soviet forces pressed toward Berlin from the east and north as Zhukov’s units pushed deeper into German territory. The Berlin front reported heavy fighting east of the Oder and near Schneidemuhl while Soviet columns advanced toward Konigsberg and toward the Frankfurt sector on the Oder.
British 14th Army communique reports Japanese troops have evacuated Myaukse a village three miles southeast of captured Ondaw, fifteen miles northwest of Mandalay, after it was fired upon. Confirmed January 30.
Weather permitting the flag at the Chamber of Commerce was flown at half mast by the American Legion to honor High Point area men who died in service. The Legion and Auxiliary will deliver Gold Star certificates to families of the deceased veterans this week, with more names to be added in coming weeks. Names listed include Byron E. Meador, E. Byron Meador Sr., Charles Columbus Metters, Robert Blair Parker, Marion Lloyd Poovey, Fred Lindsay Potts, James Andrew Reece, Harlan Loflin Reid, Thomas English Ring, Ira J. Royals, Joe Mitchell Rumsey, and others with family relations provided.
Reavis shot at close range in a downtown department store injuring a woman. He fled toward Tate Furniture Plant on East Green street, after attempting to pawn his coat and leaving in a 1934 Chevrolet sedan as officers closed in within minutes. Witnesses from the store described panic among customers and staff.
Col James Roosevelt says a telegram arranged by a Pullman conductor delayed the Manhattan Limited by about seven minutes on a trip from Chicago to Los Angeles. He and Mrs Roosevelt were returning from his father’s inauguration when the wire was sent. officials later said westbound fast travel nearly made up the delay.
War column analyzes Nazi resolve near Berlin and the push of Red forces. It weighs unconditional surrender, punishment for war crimes, and possible German moves to delay or bargain with Moscow as Allied forces close in.
The senate military committee unanimously approved Col. Elliott Roosevelt's promotion to brigadier general. The nomination moves to the senate floor for confirmation likely Thursday. The panel also approved 77 brigadier generals three lieutenant generals and 22 major generals.
Civitan Blake Thompson reports on the Carolinas District convention in Charlotte and the Civitan National convention. Thompson was a delegate to both events. Guests included Robert Hocutt and Ivan Burton of the U S Navy.
Paris reports Allies begin dropping pamphlets in German lines explaining unconditional surrender and Geneva protections for Germans who surrender. Leaflets aim to split the German people from their rulers and suggest postwar reforms under European nations. Meanwhile London dispatches signal Hitler’s 13th year in power faces mounting defeat as rumors swirl about shifts of capital and control.
A Rochester announced development introduces a 30 inch range finder for 40mm anti aircraft guns. It provides dual color images red and blue for targeting via a telescoping sight. The finder mounts on a director that uses firing data to automatically determine range and height factors.
The Belgian side near Our and six miles south of St Vith was cleared as Patton directed increasing troop movements to the border. The operation grew toward a large scale attack potential aimed at diverting German attention from the Russian front.
An ad claims SANCORA Ointment quickly softens callouses after a hot bath and rub in, promising amazing relief for tired factory feet. It asserts thousands swear by it and urges buying a small jar tonight for better feet by morning.
Senate members Penny and Blythe introduced a resolution urging a Palestinian self governing Jewish commonwealth and expressing sympathy for persecuted religious groups. O Berry proposed a county tax for poor relief allowing assistance to nonresidents. Stoney backed a game and fish regulation bill directing management across counties.
Mrs. Martha Griffin of Danville Illinois built a small business from a hobby producing baby shoes. What began as gifts for friends and neighbors expanded as demand grew for her handmade footwear.
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