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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1942
Page
2
North Carolina sees scattered showers tonight and across west and north central portions this afternoon, with continued warmth and a slight cool down in the mountains by morning. South Carolina remains warm with scattered showers tonight, starting in the mountains this afternoon.
The report notes that as the air offensive expands the ratio of American losses will rise, warning against overconfidence. It calls aerial offensives costly, cites British and German experiences, and compares aircraft. It praises the Japanese Zero as an excellent flying machine but a relatively poor fighting machine, with pilots favoring the P-40 for firepower, diving and protection.
Stalin argues Soviet resistance remains strong while criticizing Allied support. He asserts Allies must fully and promptly meet obligations to amplify Soviet aid. The message, written in Russian with English translation, echoes Churchill’s Moscow visit and the ongoing debate over a Second Front in 1941.
An old style pain relief salve offered with a mutton base promises easing for muscle aches. The ad advertises a stainless white Penetro variant priced at 25 cents with a double supply option at 35 cents.
The Soviet press reflects on Molotov’s May London Washington talks and joint Allied communiques pledging a second front in 1942. British dispatches report Stalin’s statement drew wide attention in Britain as the absence of a second front remains a major topic.
The passage extols Eisenhower as a decisive strategic mind whose quick logic and proven deeds inspire confidence in his troops and British authorities. It stresses his vivid personality and the ease with which he commands, arguing a general’s presence must prove itself with results to unite an army.
A veteran observer compares General Eisenhower to General Pershing noting their shared direct approach and insistence on discipline. He recalls Pershing’s firm command style, including a strict parade-ground salute, reflecting the wartime leadership ethos.
The 6 year old Chief Justice Stone and 43 year old Justice Douglas show vigor after vacations across New England to Oregon and California. Stone turns 70 next Sunday and could retire with full pay of 20500 a year, while Hughes retired at 79. Roberts, 67, ranks second in age and tenure beside Stone, and most justices served under Roosevelt. Justice Murphy served three months as Army lieutenant colonel. Airplanes release torpedoes in level flight, not in dives, hitting water near level.
Dispatches describe heavy Soviet pressure on German flanks around Stalingrad as Red Army units claim active operations northwest of the city. German reinforcements reach about 35 divisions while a political commissar travels to obtain phonographs and books for besieged troops.
A striking comparison notes New York City housing more automobiles than many entire foreign countries, underscoring urban density and transport demand. The remark highlights contrasts in vehicle ownership and city scale.
New York stocks showed mixed moves as shares in Seab, Sears, Shell and Studebaker advanced while Sou Pac and Oil Can faced pressure. Trading reflected cautious optimism with investors weighing oil, rail and consumer goods equities amid uncertain economic signals.
President Roosevelt expands anti inflation efforts with Byrnes as stabilization chief. Rent limits extend outside defense zones to hold housing costs steady while eviction protections and price controls cover wages salaries and farm prices. Officials promise rapid enforcement and new boards to oversee compliance.
A 33-year-old man, once in the army, was taken to Fort Riley today after his selective service registration finally led to his arrest for desertion from ten years ago. He told MPs he would rather be classed as a deserter than a draft dodger.
Treasury figures show the pending bill would add about 9.67 billion dollars to the 17 billion annually taken from taxpayers, with 7.9 billion in direct new taxes and 1.77 billion rebated after the war. The plan imposes 24 percent on low income to 80 percent surtax for higher incomes, up to 90 percent for some corporations, with warnings of a near maximum burden and compulsory savings to back postwar rebates.
President Roosevelt will deliver a radio address at 10 50 p m eastern war time for about three minutes. The speech supports the annual mobilization for human needs and launches the fall campaign to raise funds for community chests in cities nationwide.
DuBois Greece born confectionery proprietor Jack Malamas 43 left to be drafted saying he will pay half his army salary as rent for his store if he does not return the landlord would take over the business. He has run the shop 17 years and is confident he will come back.
Information please in Marion Indiana as a family offers 35 dollar reward for information about a four room furnished apartment availability amid a housing shortage.
In Arkansas City Kansas a reckless man with a red hair impulse left several hundred dollars in damage at the Missouri Pacific Railroad yards. He climbed a locomotive, blew the whistle, and opened the throttle. Yardmen halted him as the engine tore through a switch and wrecked a loading dock. He escaped before police arrived and remains at large.
A dense puzzle entry lists horizontal and vertical clues including actor and composer themed hints. It presents a mixed set of wordplay like emblems, abbreviations, and cross references with multiple numeric codes and partial hints.
Harrison outlines Hollywoods shift from feuds to unity as the Hollywood Canteen pools time and money for a $15,000 building. Victor Moore’s dishwasher note and Milestones anecdote on a lamp switch in Arabia highlight the era of collaboration and tech humor amid a glittering film industry landscape.
Director Lloyd Bacon interviews a new young player for Action in the North Atlantic. He recalls his father’s remark about actors learning all they can and then forgetting it. The piece notes a Christmas rush in Hollywood this October as stars prepare.
Starlets study postal regulations to determine what fits in a parcel not exceeding 11 pounds in weight, 18 inches in length, or 42 inches in girth. The note highlights size constraints guiding how items are boxed and mailed.
Officers went to the Wiley home to arrest Herman Wiley. John H. Lewis 40 a brother in law of Rep A L Bulwinkle died in a Gastonia hospital of a bullet wound Sheriff Clyde Robinson said was personal safety related. Major Vernon 30 01 near Mount Olive was killed by an automobile as he slept on the highway. J R Pintston 57 of Charlotte died in a hospital here early today of injuries suffered on a city street late Saturday when police said he was presumably struck by a hit men automobile. John Bunyan Broom 37 was killed by an automobile yesterday as he walked along the Mt Holly road near the Catawba river. He was a resident of the Mt Holly section.
Mrs Adelia Dixon 2 acted bravely when smoke from a neighbor's house appeared. She tried to use a water hose to fight the blaze but tripped and broke her arm. Firefighters extinguished the fire and halted further damage.
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