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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1945
Page
2
The ABA reports a nationwide war loan effort with $1.746 billion raised from individuals, of which 198 million came from bond sales. Individual sales reach 25 percent of a seven billion dollar quota, while E-bond sales total 30 percent of four billion.
Richard Bailey a 26 year old shipyard worker set to stand trial for murder in the February death of 2 year old Betty Lou Frazier was found hanged in his Glynn county jail cell Sheriff Owens said a blanket tied to the window formed the noose Major Williams said Bailey confessed to killing the child by placing her head under his arm and pressing her nose against a body The child was found in a swamp after a large search involving over 1000 people
Soviet or German testimony describes a bomb attack on Hitler that left Col. Brandt dead and several aides injured. Col. Brandt moved the briefcase, possibly saving Hitler, while Col. Gustav Jod closed the room. General Korten died from injuries, and Maj. Gen. Schmundt lost an eye and a foot before dying weeks later.
Raleigh May 22 Governor Cherry said he will not intervene in the case of Horace Hill a 23 year old Jones county Negro scheduled to die in the state gas chamber Friday for the slaying of two Negro women.
The report lists Britain and Russia as the top recipients under lend-lease with 13 300 aircraft and 312 000 tons of explosives to Britain and 3 285 000 000 in aid to Russia. Total U S aid to all allies nears 39 billion with reverse lend-lease of about 2.5 billion.
Washington May 22 CIO called for a 20 percent rise in prevailing basic wage rates to restore prewar relationships between wages and productivity per worker. The proposal adds to the 15 percent gain already allowed for the Little Hee fey nan by the Pres.
The article notes Japan plans to invade using an offshore task force possibly near Foochow. It emphasizes Tokyo mobilizing 20,000,000 schoolchildren and agricultural workers for national defense while amphibious forces advance toward a mainland invasion. Foochow capture is presented as a key stepping stone for future operations.
Sugar officials report an overdraw of nearly 800000 tons beyond WFA estimates and warn the shortage could recur. They propose appointing a single policy leader with broad authority over sugar and procurement, transport and distribution, plus a civilian minimum below which sugar would not be released. Recommendations include stricter rationing, review of foreign commitments, and extra manpower to boost production at home and abroad.
The Army authorizes 22,000 U. S. personnel to compose and send one free message via army and signal channels to families of released prisoners. Telegraph and mail services are open to liberated prisoners, Red Cross aids rapid reporting, and urgent cases receive swift relocation for medical or rear-area care. Since the war began, 19,876 American soldiers have been exchanged or returned to military control.
Lawmakers argue for the reciprocal trade agreements act to expand markets for surplus goods and raise living standards while critics warn of job losses. Doughton cites data showing U S exports to 28 treaty partners up 63 percent, versus 32 percent to nonagreement countries.
Charles Gordon Britt, 16, Goldsboro high school senior, won the Herbert Worth Jackson scholarship at the University of North Carolina valued at 1000 this year. He competed with 19 other candidates, and is son of Mr and Mrs William Gordon Britt of Goldsboro.
W S Bissett of Grifton on the state board of agriculture said German war prisoners have become much more efficient since their surrender. He noted their work improving from last spring as they assisted in tobacco planting in Lenoir Pitt and Greene counties.
The speaker argues that allied forces should withdraw once Japan is defeated to avoid future embarrassment. He calls for a completely unified and strong China with sovereignty intact and emphasizes fighting the war in China to help defeat Japan.
Marine and infantry forces press on Okinawa with heavy casualties reported among both sides. Reports detail patrols into Yanbaru, the fall of Taira near Shuri, and a costly hill assault that left almost 300 Japanese dead. Brig. Gen. Dumas says Shuri’s strategic value diminishes as ground around it is secured.
North Carolina state parks except two will run on a curtailed basis this summer with expected higher crowds. Cape Hatteras and Ft. Macon stay closed for armed forces use. Mount Mitchell opens for limited camping and hiking. Hanging Rock and Morrow Mountain open June 17 with bath facilities, picnicking, and trails. Crabtree Creek opens June 16 for 10 weeks. Jones Lake Negro area opens June 1. Singletary Lake leases host groups June 9 to 25. Pettigrew open for fishing and picnicking. Large spring use noted at Phelps Lake fishermen.
The article reports Stettinius departing the wartime conference in Washington while President Truman plans a hurried trip. Other foreign ministers including Molotov Eden and Bidault also leave, with Padilla of Mexico possibly departing. The talks press toward an early June finish, but postwar cooperation remains a major task.
The third annual music and song festival at World War Memorial Stadium in Greensboro drew about 5000 spectators. Brooks Memorial Choir won third prize of 50 dollars. Awakening Hearts of Rockingham won first and Belview Ensemble of Philadelphia won second. Guest speaker was Dean Pickens from the U S Treasury. Judges included Dr. Weis, J Thom Guilford College, G W Yokeley, and Margaret Banks.
Mrs Bettie Henley wife of J JC Henley died Monday at High Point Memorial Hospital after several years illness. Survived by sister Mrs Ida Robinson of Gilead NC brother Geo Rush Hamlet and thirteen nieces and four nephews. Funeral held at First Baptist Church conducted by Dr N M Harrison with Rev W F Hiatt pastor. Body to lie in state at Hoover's funeral home until service time.
The Calvary Baptist Church missionary circle observed its 30th anniversary with guest speaker Dr. Harrison of Point College from St. Matthews. He urged global teaching and proper thinking as paths to saving the hopeless, while the club reported $151.40 in contributions.
The Mary Bethune YWCA education committee hosts a May 28 reception at 8:30 p.m. at the YWCA to welcome Miss Helen Boulware as secretary. A musical program is planned with Mesdames Holmes, Lander, and Jones directing. YWCA Gay Girls will supervise refreshments. branch committee and spouses will greet guests. dress is optional.
Mrs E V Baldwin hosted a Sunday afternoon tea on May 20 from 5 to 7 honoring her daughter Mrs Lottie Mae Lowe visiting from New York. Mrs L S Merritt registered guests and Mrs Dorothy Rice served guests with Mrs M H Blackburn pouring. About one hundred guests attended the well appointed event and enjoyed iced tea.
The professional men's club will meet at 8 30 tonight hosted by Dr J C Morgan at his Underhill Avenue residence. President Dr H H Craft urges members to attend.
The adult class and Needle Era Club of William Penn invite the public to a fashion revue and exhibit in the school auditorium on June 1 at 8 p m. Mrs Instructor notes. Alpha Art Club holds a call meeting at Mary Be YWCA Tuesday at 7 pm urging members to attend. P T A Council meets at Leonard Street School Wednesday at 6 30 Representatives from three schools to be present. WSCS Circle 2 Brooks Memorial Church holds a social meeting at 8 30 pm at the home of Mr. and Mrs. L B Haizlip Jr All men of the senior choir asked to attend.
Evangelist Beulah Lee of Winston-Salem will preach at Hill Holiness Church at 8 p m Thursday. The public is invited. Emmanuel Baptist Church hosts six gospel harmonizers tonight at 8 p m with public invited.
Reverend E D Taylor of Al will preach at Shiloh Baptist Church Wednesday night at p m. The public is invited. Mrs P K Spellman of bero spent the weekend as guest of Mrs W E Merritt and Mrs Spellman is the sister of Mrs Merritt.
Production resumed at the Cocker Machine and Foundry Co. plant in Gastonia after a presidential order seized the site to secure war equipment manufacturing. About 120 workers had walked out in January over a labor dispute, but army officials reported most machinists back to work and foundry operations set to restart once moulding patterns are reinstalled. Anderson assumed active charge to supervise operations.
The Rye airport headquarters are described as being located in the Bar ine region of White Plains New York. The note clarifies the local site designation for the aviation facility.
The report identifies falls as the most common cause of accidental death in 1943. It highlights the prevalence of fatal injuries from falls across various settings and underscores safety concerns for workers and the public.
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