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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1942
Page
2
North Carolina expect warmer with showers in extreme west Sunday and west and central areas by night. South Carolina warms Sunday with showers in the northwest. Georgia shows showers and rising temperatures Sunday then colder by night in the extreme northwest portion.
The article notes relaxations in the steel plate shortage under a maritime program and a forecast that carbon plate scarcity should end by the third quarter of next year. It also argues UN occupation of French North Africa won’t erase U S shipping problems, as shorter routes are offset by increased forces in North Africa.
Conflicting reports say several French warships were scuttled at Toulon while some submarines escaped to neutral ports including Barcelona. Allied and Axis sources noted possible further escapes. German anger at the action was voiced on Berlin radio.
Marine engineer officer Lutz describes rapid airfield repair under heavy fire on Guadalcanal near Kahili Bougainville, detailing runway construction, captured Japanese materials, and living conditions. He notes Japanese casualties higher, their fighting style, and air raid warnings relayed by telephone.
American air offensives against Japan’s allies in China continue with daylight raids on Yochow and Sienning. More than 58 tons of bombs dropped since Sunday on supply bases, with three prior expeditions meeting disaster. Leading the raid formations were Col. Herbert Morgan of Freedom, Pa., and Col. Robert L. Scott of Macon, Ga.
Allied forces in northeast Africa report the French empire fractured with Vichy and the Fighting French causing divisions. Observers in London expect a British move following Madagascar and Mayotte occupation. Reuters notes rising fears of Japan using Madagascar as a springboard and cites St Denis and Pointes-des-Galets as key population and port centers.
Vivian Louise Venable three weeks old and daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W G Venable died at their Asheboro road home Saturday afternoon after a brief illness. Survived by parents three brothers and five sisters all at home. Graveside funeral Sunday at 11 in Yadkin County with Charity Cemetery interment.
Allied forces claim four Axis bombers shot down over Algiers as Tunisian fighting intensifies. Red Army reports heavy winter offensive around Stalingrad, recapturing Kretskaya on the Don and trapping German troops while aiming to annihilate retreat corridors. Parallel Paris radio hints RAF may strike targets in Europe as Soviet steers advance from northwest of Stalingrad toward Rostov.
Radio Morocco warned of a clandestine transmitter using its wavelength but the voice of the United States Army led by Maj. Gen. George S. Patton Jr interrupted broadcasts and urged French to surrender. German armistice officials sought to shut the station as the Army signal continued to reach London and be rebroadcast by the BBC. A naval bombardment near Port Lyautey prompted a civilian alert with plans for shelter.
Soviet reports detailed a large operation to force the Germans back in the Stalingrad sector. They said about 400 prisoners were taken and numerous weapons and supplies captured or destroyed. The regular communique noted recapture of the factory area and 15 populated places with fierce fighting northwest of the city.
HAROLD V. BOYLE reports that German members of the Axis armistice commission in French Morocco were captured by U S forces and are en route to the United States as prisoners of war. The article notes lavish hotel life, costly packages sent home, and a manager's account of the commission members who stayed at the Miramar with portraits of Hitler and Goering on display.
London reports suggest anger at Hitler's Toulon move could unite factions in France behind the United Nations. Churchill to address the nation while De Gaulle and Catroux meet at No 10. Possible De Gaulle visit to Washington to present a united Free French stance to Roosevelt. Darlan’s status drawn as traitor by some, while De Gaulle and Darlan may reconcile. De La Borde, fleet commander, believed dead with his fleet. prisoner reports labeled Nazi propaganda.
Washington, Nov. 28. The Roosevelts face a strenuous first year of U S involvement in World War II with four of the president and Mrs. Roosevelts sons in military service. James, Elliott, Franklin Jr., and John have all seen active duty, while the family adjusts to war’s demands and Mrs. Roosevelt travels to Britain and backs civilian defense efforts.
A novel skin graft knife, developed by Dr. J. Poth and now advancing to production, promises quicker grafts and easier, larger skin coverage for burn and war injuries. The tool uses a floating frame, adjustable edge, and precision blades to reduce bleeding, aiding surgeons in field and hospital settings.
Russian radio from Moscow reports Italian navy has withdrawn to scattered forces in the Adriatic after three raids on northern Italy. Adriatic ports cited include Ancona Split Fiume Ragusa with anchorages at Dalmatia. The piece also notes historic manufacturing deliveries of horse drawn vehicles and wagons in the United States.
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