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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1944
Page
2
Wartime column argues the B 29 bomber could deter aggression by Germany Italy and Japan, enabling peace if enough planes exist. It contrasts older Fortresses Liberators and mediums with the new long range craft, noting secrecy and spectacular range as decisive.
Civilian guide leads to escape from a German prison camp near Chieti after mass Italian desertion. The author recalls being wounded, surviving a brutal boxcar ride toward Germany, leaping to freedom on the Bolzano line, and being hunted by Hitler Youth before capture by a civilian with a rifle. Tomorrow: Allen Tours Nazil and As a Prisoner.
The article notes Roosevelt considering renomination with Wallace as VP, amid talk of a potential fourth term. It also details new B-29 "jelly bomb" tech and projected Allied operations in China and Alaska as World War II progresses. Senator Wagner discusses reelection chances, acknowledging uncertainty about Roosevelt's candidacy.
The piece argues that Allied forces demonstrate growing power against Japan with successes on Saipan, B-29 raids over Japan, and naval bombardment, refuting pessimistic views. It notes initial American ignorance about Nipponese potential and calls for continued resolve in the Far East.
The piece argues the war will be rough and near, with B 29 bombers able to range from China to Tokyo. It emphasizes targeting arsenals and Yawata sector while noting Japan's dispersed home shop manufacturing and daily raw material flows that could affect munitions output.
A dramatic home remedy offer promises fast relief for pile pain itch and soreness using Thornton & Miner products. The ad touts do it yourself treatment with Reetal Ointment and Rectal Suppositories sold at Mann's Cut Rate Drug and other drugstores in High Point.
J Worth Bacon named managing editor of the Twin City Sentinel and the Winston-Salem Journal by Piedmont Publishing. Gowan H Caldwell will be news editor of the Journal and Nadye Cates assistant managing editor of the Sentinel. Art King shifts to Washington censor ship bureau. W K Hoyt announced the move.
Three thousand five hundred pigs at Camp Lejeune North Carolina are on restricted feed as a food conservation effort. The program reduces daily kitchen waste by nine tons despite more Marines being fed.
Mrs Minnie Payne died Saturday at her home 1307 E Commerce St after an extended illness. She leaves four daughters and eight grandchildren plus seven great grandchildren. Funeral services are today at 3 pm from Temple Memorial Baptist Church with Rev F R Mason officiating. burial in Greenhill Cemetery.
Chief Justice Harlan F. Stone and Mrs Stone arrived in Asheville after Washington. They planned rest during the 14th judicial conference of United States attorneys with Circuit Judges John J Parker Morris A Soper welcoming them. They were escorted to Grove Park Inn and a schedule of events was set. The U S Chamber of Commerce estimates 3500 ships totaling 20 million gross tons by war’s end.
AAP dispatch notes Taft hours earlier argued polls mislead as Bricker’s strength is contested. Sprague and New York Republicans push to draft Bricker for 1948. Maine primaries see Pettis win Democratic nomination while Hale and Hildreth win GOP bids. Texas court ruling on electors looms as Roosevelt faction seeks influence.
One minute trivia asks why English walnuts carry their name and defines a plumcot a hybrid plum apricot. It also asks what a roux is. The piece includes wisdom quotes etiquette hints and a Jim Neolog horosphere style forecast with birthday guidance.
An early reference notes origins Europe and Asia of certain items, with dates 1562 for English to American transfer. It describes a plum apricot cross and a white sauce. It also mentions the League of Nations formed by 13 nations in Geneva on January 10, 1920.
An advertisement touts Tromone as a medical formula of vitamins and hormones to renew youth and energy. It promises improved attitude and vitality for men with past life experience and urges readers to follow label directions. Distributed by Mann Drug and druggists.
New York backers lift the wraps on Governor Thomas E. Dewey as the leading GOP pres nominee hopeful. Ohio's Governor Bricker gains new support while party leaders and delegates weigh draft momentum and potential conventions outcomes ahead of the next week vote.
Report from the University of Agriculture notes sheep wearing cotton coverings to shield them from rain and dirt. Ewes reportedly tolerate the coverings while rain in the forecast poses challenges for flock care.
A Kellogg advertisement urges readers to use ALL-BRAN to ease constipation by aiding digestion and promoting healthy bowel movements. The copy claims Kellogg’s ALL-BRAN supports colonic regularity without acting as a purgative and recommends pairing with water and muffins. It mentions Laughlin and a Batth Creek location and encourages habitual use for relief.
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